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Adapt or Discard?

A teacher shares his experience implementing the Next Generation Science Standards, from struggle to success....

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Patterns in the Sky

Ways to make the most of planetarium field trips for first-grade students....

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Seeing the Solar System Through Two Perspectives

Primary students explore Earth and space science by modeling and observing patterns....

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Embodying Earth's Place in the Solar System

Upper elementary students investigate seasonal constellations using software and model them with their bodies....

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Fossil Explorers

Third-grade students examine ancient organisms in modern times....

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Map That Find!

Fourth-grade students embark on an archaeological investigation....

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Editor's Note: Earth's Place in the Universe—Understanding Develops Over Time

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

Elementary Astronomy Earth & Space Science Learning Progression NGSS

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Teaching Through Trade Books: Sunrise, Sunset, and Shadows

This column includes activities inspired by children’s literature. This month’s issue discusses how making observations and collecting data about sunrise and sunset can help students develop an understanding of Earth's place in relationship to th...