Elementary Resources

A solid foundation of science education in grades K-5 is essential. Instilling a wonder and enthusiasm for science, as well as addressing the critical need for a well-informed citizenry is crucial during this time.

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Science and Children—January/February 2022

Volume 59, Number 3 Design Thinking is a mindset that values perspectives and embraces failure. Students are encouraged to iterate and think flex...

Journal

Culturally Responsive Teaching

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How Do Kites Fly?

Lesson Plan

Teaching Science Through Trade Books

“‘What was your favorite book as a child?’ In more than 10 years of facilitating workshops, we have never heard anyone reply, ‘My fourth-grade...

NSTA Press Book

Journal and Lesson Plans

Elementary Journal

Lesson Plans

Bestselling Elementary books

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The NSTA Atlas of the Three Dimensions

New in 2020! Download and read a sample chapter from this book to learn more.A key aspect of learning in K–12 education is the idea that what studen...

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Uncovering Student Ideas in Physical Science, Volume 3: 32 New Matter and Energy Formative Assessment Probes

Have you been wanting to learn more about what your students know (or think they know) about major concepts in matter and energy? Have you been wishin...

NSTA Press Book

Uncovering Student Ideas in Science, Volume 1, Second Edition: 25 Formative Assessment Probes

This is the new updated edition of the first book in the bestselling Uncovering Student Ideas in Science series. Like the first edition of volume 1, t...

NSTA Press Book

Picture-Perfect STEM Lessons, 3-5: Using Children’s Books to Inspire STEM Learning

"Teachers in our district have been fans of Picture-Perfect Science for years, and it’s made a huge impact on how they fit science into their school...

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From the Field: Freebies and Opportunities for Science and STEM Teachers, August 9, 2022

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From the Field: Freebies and Opportunities for Science and STEM Teachers, August 2, 2022

Web Seminar

NSTA/ASTE Web Seminar: The Role of Instructional Materials in Science Teacher Education, November 17, 2022

Join us on Thursday, November 17, 2022, from 7:00 PM to 8:15 PM ET for a NSTA/ASTE co-sponsored web seminar in the series titled Preparing t...

Reports Article

From the Field: Freebies and Opportunities for Science and STEM Teachers, July 26, 2022

Journal Article

Young Mathematicians: A Successful Model of a Family Math Community

Web Seminar

Web Seminar: FA22: Are Your Lab SOPs in Place for a Safer School Year? October 3, 2022

Join us on Monday, October 3, 2022, from 7:00 – 8:15 PM ET to learn about safety considerations for STEM spaces. As the 2022-2023 school year s...

Reports Article

From the Field: Freebies and Opportunities for Science and STEM Teachers, July 19, 2022

Web Seminar

Web Seminar: FA22: Lab Safety Considerations for Pre-Service Elementary Science/STEM Teachers, September 19, 2022

Elementary Pre-service Teachers! Join us on Monday, September 19, 2022, from 7:00 – 8:15 PM ET to learn about safety considerations for the elementa...

Web Seminar

Science Update: Earthquakes: What’s Shakin? September 15, 2022

Join us on Thursday, September 15, 2022, from 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM ET for another edition of NSTA's Science Update web seminars....

Reports Article

From the Field: Freebies and Opportunities for Science and STEM Teachers, July 12, 2022

Journal Article

Argumentation to Inform an Engineering Design Decision

Journal Article

Making C-E-R 'Attractive' for Elementary Teacher Candidates

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