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.
Volume 59, Number 3 Design Thinking is a mindset that values perspectives and embraces failure. Students are encouraged to iterate and think flex...
“‘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...
Elementary Journal
Lesson Plans
NSTA Press Book
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...
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...
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...
"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...
Reports Article
Web Seminar
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...
Journal Article
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...
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...
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....
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