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NSTA Press Book
Perspectives on Science Education. A Leadership Seminar
This book delivers what the title promises: perspectives on leadership and science education, presented in the form of a stimulating seminar. Authors Rodger Bybee and Stephen Pruitt are two of science educator's most prominent thought leaders. Writi...
By Rodger Bybee, Stephen Pruitt
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Editor's Note: Small Pieces of Matter
Science and Children’s editor shares thoughts regarding the current issue....
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The Early Years: Mixing Materials
This column discusses resources and science topics related to students in grades preK to 2. This month’s issue discusses how students can observe the properties of matter and document changes as materials are mixed....
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Poetry of Science: What’s the Matter?
Building literacy in playful, meaningful ways. Students identify the ways in which matter is described and classified in this month's poem....
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Teaching Through Trade Books: Matter All Around Us
This column includes activities inspired by children’s literature. This month’s activities allow students to develop an “understanding of observable properties of materials [which] is developed by … analysis and classification” (NGSS Lead S...
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Science 101: Why Does It Take Longer to Boil Potatoes at High Altitudes?
This column provides background science information for elementary teachers. This month’s issue looks at why water boils at different temperatures at different altitudes....