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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Activating Learning with Phenomena

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Uncovering Earth’s History, One Sample at a Time

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Advocating for Science from Within the Classroom

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Phenomena-driven Science Instruction

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Bestselling Elementary books

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Activating Students' Ideas: Linking Formative Assessment Probes to Instructional Sequence, K-5

Science teachers face an incredible challenging task of combining research on how students learn best, the three-dimensions of the Science Education F...

NSTA Press Book

Universal Design for Learning Science: Reframing Elementary Instruction in Physical Science

New in 2020! Download and read a sample chapter from this book to learn more.Here’s good news: With this practical book, you can learn from experien...

NSTA Press Book

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...

NSTA Press Book

It's Still Debatable! Using Socioscientific Issues to Develop Scientific Literacy, K–5

It’s Still Debatable! encourages scientific literacy by showing you how to teach the content and thinking skills K–5 students need to explore real...

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Instructional Space Housekeeping Safety Protocols

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Freebies and Opportunities for Science and STEM Teachers, September 24, 2024

Journal Article

Activating Learning with Phenomena

Journal Article

Uncovering Earth’s History, One Sample at a Time

Teaching Through Trade Books...

Journal Article

Advocating for Science from Within the Classroom

Journal Article

Phenomena-driven Science Instruction

Editor's Note...

Journal Article

Why is that Pole Wet on One Side and Not the Other?: Transitioning to Phenomenon and Problem-Driven Teaching in Kindergarten

This paper discusses two teachers’ experiences implementing a phenomenon and problem-driven curriculum for the first time in two kindergarten classe...

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What Should We Investigate?

In this article, we describe how we use classroom phenomena to help fifth grade students develop testable questions and productive investigations. Eng...

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Freebies and Opportunities for Science and STEM Teachers, September 17, 2024

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Web Seminar: Strategies on Applying for a Science Teaching Position, November 21, 2024

Join us on Thursday, November 21, 2024, from 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM ET, to learn about strategies educators can use when applying for a science teaching p...

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