Cooperative Chemistry

Journal Article | January 2003

Concept mapping in the organic chemistry laboratory can supplant cookbook activities with higher cognitive exercises. The common thread of most organic lab experiments is the synthesis, isolation, purification, and…

Natural Resources: Digging Soil

Journal Article | October 2009

It’s not hard to captivate children with the world of soil—many of them already love “dirt.” Plus, exploring soil requires no special equipment or field trips. Soil is everywhere, with only a shovel or trowel required.…

Managing Inquiry-Based Classrooms

Journal Article | June 2009

Though it may seem that classroom management comes naturally to some teachers, upon closer examination you’ll probably discover that preparation and adaptation are more important than any innate ability when it comes to…

Editor's Corner: Systems Thinking

Journal Article | September 2012

The Science Teacher’s editor shares thoughts on the current issue.

Editor's Corner: New Dimensions

Journal Article | December 2012

The Science Teacher’s editor shares thoughts on the current issue.

Idea Bank: School Greenhouse Design Tips

Journal Article | October 2006

Growing plants in a controlled environment such as a greenhouse can be a wonderful enhancement to any science program. Thoughtful planning, proper design, and faculty advocates who support the greenhouse as an important…

Digital Imaging Investigations

Journal Article | September 2003

Activities that involve capturing, modifying, and analyzing digital images enhance classroom science instruction using digital imaging technology.

Teaching Through Trade Books: A Balancing Act

Journal Article | September 2011

This column includes activities inspired by children’s literature. In this month’s issue students explore activities that involve balance.

Teaching Effective Scientific Writing

Journal Article | April 2001

In an extension of the preceding article, which describes a Towson University course that teaches students to analyze scientific information, this article summarizes the guidelines necessary for students to follow to…

Idea Bank: Start a Classroom Library!

Journal Article | June 2009

In today’s classrooms—science and otherwise—all teachers are charged with helping students develop literacy skills. One effective method for supporting literacy is to create your own science classroom library. These…

Health Wise: December 2009

Journal Article | November 2009

I teach biology and anatomy, and the most frequently asked health questions I get deal with sleep deprivation. Could you provide some information on this topic?

Writing Through Inquiry

Journal Article | March 2006

The inquiry science process provides a perfect opportunity for students to practice relational meaning in language. As students design their experiments, negotiate their ideas with peers, and share their data and…

The Early Years: Tooth Time

Journal Article | February 2006

One of the big changes in childhood is the loss of "baby" teeth, beginning around age five. Children often say, "I'm a big kid now. I lost my tooth!" This event is longed for, feared, and celebrated. Tooth care is…

Science Shorts: The Dynamics of Dissolving

Journal Article | January 2006

Dissolving is as much about the substance doing the dissolving (the solvent) as it is about the substance being dissolved (the solute). Dissolving depends on the interaction between the molecules of solvents and…

Explorations of Our Frozen Planet

Journal Article | November 2012

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