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Commentary: Science in Structure
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Science learning does not have to stop at the classroom door. A well-designed construction project takes as many opportunities as possible to give students additional scientific stimulation. A periodic table on the…
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Science Shorts: Nature of Science Is...
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The phrase “nature of science” refers to the characteristics of scientific knowledge that necessarily result from the scientific investigations that scientists conduct to develop knowledge. Yet, these characteristics…
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The Crosswicks Creek Caper: A third-grade geology investigation
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In this inquiry-based “caper,” students designed and conducted experiments to find answers to their questions related to "mystery rock." Through this investigation, the children learned that rocks and minerals have…
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Scientific Discoveries the Year I Was Born
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In this learning activity, students research what significant scientific advances happened in the year of their birth and present them to the class. The activity promotes writing, helps students enhance their scientific…
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The New Teacher's Toolbox: Making Your Mark
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This column shares tips for teachers just beginning their career. This month’s issue discusses making a name for yourself as a teacher and developing a good reputation.
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The Early Years: Collards and Caterpillars
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Community, assemblage, network, complex, interdependent, web, and synergism—definitions of an ecosystem often include these words to highlight the dynamic interrelated workings of plants and animals with their physical…
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Science 101: What Is a Crystal?
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Science and Children's column dedicated to basic science addresses the question, What is a crystal? A geologist provides the answer.
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The <i>Next Generation Science Standards</i> and the Earth and Space Sciences
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This article examines the important features of Earth and space science standards for elementary, middle, and high school levels.
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Editor’s Corner: Small Science
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We know that nanotechnology offers real possibilities. It already appears in commercial products such as computers, sunscreens, high-performance sporting equipment, and stain-resistant fabrics. The evolution from vacuum…
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This study found no evidence that seat location affects student achievement even in very large classes where students sitting in the back are a considerable distance from the instructor. Rather, the differences in…
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Field Trips Online: Investigating water quality through the Internet
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Alternatives to the traditional field trip exist. Teachers can supplement occasional field trips with Internet-based inquiry lessons to explore water quality.
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Environmental Education and Service Learning in the Tropics: Making Global Connections
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Research has suggested that a service-learning component can add a powerful dimension to learning course content in a variety of science disciplines, in addition to assisting students in seeing connections between their…
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Scope on Safety: Beware of students bearing kits
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After the holidays, many students are eager to bring in cool science-related gifts to share with their classmates. Items like laser pointers, introductory chemistry sets, rocketry kits, electronics/electricity kits, and…
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Commentary: The Risk of Intelligent Design
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An opinion piece about an alternative explanation to evolution—Intelligent Design (ID) theory.
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To what extent can Earth’s natural resources support the growing human population? Mathis Wackernagel and colleagues developed the concept of the “ecological footprint” to quantify the amount of land area required to…
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