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Storm Warning

A design challenge requires students to create structures that can withstand a hurricane’s effects....

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Complementing Curricula

A fourth-grade ecology lesson connects science and social studies....

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What’s Shaking?!

Students explore earthquakes and other natural hazards using technology....

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In Our Neighborhood: Who's Been Here?

A project-based unit introduces third graders to the animals in their surroundings....

Elementary Life Science Teaching Strategies Literacy

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Science and Superheroes

In this role-play activity, students act as superhero agents while learning the science behind a series of gadgets....

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Editor's Note: Natural Hazards

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

Elementary Earth & Space Science Learning Progression Lesson Plans

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The Early Years: Navigating Natural Disasters

This column discusses resources and science topics related to students in grades preK to 2. This month’s issue has students attempting to contain moving water and experience and use its force....

Early Childhood Elementary Pre-service Teachers Preschool Earth & Space Science Physical Science

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The Poetry of Science: Hurricanes

Building literacy in playful, meaningful ways. This poem about hurricanes helps students connect to ideas about changes in Earth's surface, emergency preparedness, and storms....

Elementary General Science Lesson Plans Teaching Strategies Literacy