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Scratching Records

Third graders explore static electricity with latex-free supplies....

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The Physics of Sound

Using a learning center to promote STEM development in early childhood....

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Making Sense of Sound

Fourth graders use physical and technological models to illustrate and explain the nature and characteristics of sound....

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Getting Crafty With the NGSS

Using multimedia circuits to teach electricity in elementary school....

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Understanding Energy

Primary students investigate the effects of energy....

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Editor's Note: Teaching Energy Is Compelling

Science and Children’s editor shares thoughts regarding the current issue....

Physical Science Physics Instructional Materials Lesson Plans Teaching Strategies

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The Early Years: Preparing for Spring Gardening

This column discusses resources and science topics related to students in grades preK to 2. This month’s issue helps students build an understanding of the effects of the Sun’s radiation on the surface of the Earth through hands-on gardening....

Earth & Space Science Life Science NGSS

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Teaching Through Trade Books: The Sounds of Science

This column includes activities inspired by children’s literature. This month’s issue features activities that engage students in qualitative investigations as they make observations about sound and how it travels....

Elementary Preschool 5E Instructional Materials

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The Poetry of Science: Light and Sound

Building literacy in playful, meaningful ways. This month's issue discusses sound....

Elementary General Science Lesson Plans Teaching Strategies Literacy