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Communities, Cameras, and Conservation

This article describes how students in a citizen science project in Colorado collect data on mountain lions....

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Editor's Note: December Editor Notes

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

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It's No Problem to Invent a Solution

A kindergarten class learns about inventions, inventors, and how to be an inventor. Engaging students in learning about pencil sharpeners led to researching and developing a lesson plan designed so students could learn how inventions are solutions to...

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Be Your Own Groundhog

By analyzing data collected at citizen-science websites, students can test predictions about the arrival of spring....

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Citizen Science in Your Own Backyard

In this article the authors share some citizen science entomology investigations and suggest how to incorporate them as "backyard extensions" of your own classroom lessons....

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Editor's Roundtable: Rock-Solid Standards

Science Scope’s editor shares thoughts regarding the current issue....

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The Green Room: Tar Sands and the Keystone XL Oil Pipeline

This column focuses on making your teaching more environmentally friendly. This month’s issue describes tar sands and the controversy surrounding them....

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Career of the Month: Forensic Anthropologist

This column shares interviews with professionals using science in the workplace. This month’s issue discusses the work of a forensic anthropologist....

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Scope on the Skies: Exploring the Earth's Atmosphere

This column focuses on astronomy throughout the year. This month’s issue details information about the layers of the atmosphere....

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Using a Desktop Explosive Volcano Model to Explore Eruptions

This article describes how to build a model that simulates the volcanic eruptions on the Hawaiian Islands....

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Limestone or Wax?

Students are challenged to make engineering choices based on material properties. The authors focus on an Engineering is Elementary unit that emphasizes students' understanding and application of properties of materials in the context of an engineeri...

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Science 2.0: Simulations in the Classroom

This column shares web tools that support learning. This month’s issue discusses how using simulation software can help students deepen their understanding of science concepts....

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Everyday Engineering: Toying Around With Wind Ups

This column provides an inside look at the marvels of engineering in everyday life. In this issue the authors use wind-up toys to introduce students to how gears interact....

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The New Teacher's Toolbox: Defining Your Homework Stance (Part 1)

This column shares tips for teachers just beginning their career. This month’s issue discusses different approaches to homework....

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Exploring the Science Framework

This article discusses what it means for students to be mathematically proficient in the context of science and makes connections in math with the Common Core State Standards....

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Explorations of Our Frozen Planet

Learn more about the cryosphere and the consequences of global warming....

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Exploring the Science Framework

This article discusses what it means for students to be mathematically proficient in the context of science and makes connections in math with the Common Core State Standards....

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Tried and True: Inside the Earth: Using Cookie Dough to Teach the Layers of the Earth

This column provides classic demonstrations and experiments with a new twist. This month’s issue discusses using cookie dough to assess what students know about the layers of the Earth....

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Teaching Through Trade Books: Bridges and Skyscrapers

This column includes activities inspired by children’s literature. This month’s issue talks about the secrets behind engineering marvels and discovering that the materials you choose to build something are just as important as how you build it....

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Investigating Future Climate Scenarios

Identify which locations are most at risk for a global warming–induced rise in sea level....

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Safety First: Modeling Safety in Clay Use

This column shares safety information for your classroom. This month’s issue discusses the types of clay and when to use each type....

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Project Citizen: Promoting Action-Oriented Citizen Science in the Classroom

In this article the authors present the multidisciplinary Project Citizen approach to teaching and learning science and engaging students in action-oriented citizen science....

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The Science of Safety

Students explore engineering with model cars and ramps. ...

Book Chapter

Balancing Chemical Equations Simulation

In this activity, students will use paper cutouts to simulate chemical reactions and balancing products and reactants...

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Expansion and Contraction

In this activity, students will measure the expansion and contraction of a balloon as it is cooled and heated....

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Calculating Moles Lab

In this activity, students calculate how many moles of salt and sugar are contained in packets....

eBook

Science Stories: Using Case Studies to Teach Critical Thinking (e-book)

Stories give life and substance to scientific methods and provide an inside look at scientists in action. Case studies deepen scientific understanding, sharpen critical-thinking skills, and help students see how science relates to their lives. In Sci...