JoinAll Learning Progression resources
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My ‘Phenomenal’ Journey in Elementary
I am the type of educator who gets very excited about new strategies, new and innovative technology, and new activities for students. However, I was m...
By Cindy Workosky
Blog Post
At the core of a Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) classroom is the sequence of exposing students to an interesting natural phenomenon, having ...
By Cindy Workosky
Blog Post
Introducing Crosscutting Concepts in the Elementary Grades
Four years ago, I moved from teaching middle school science to teaching grades 2–5 STEAM (science, technology, engineering, art, and mathematics) la...
By Cindy Workosky
Blog Post
Planning Three-Dimensional Instruction
Knowing that content material is most engaging when students can relate to it, I always begin my year with a student survey. The questions are designe...
By Cindy Workosky
NSTA Press Book
Dive In! Immersion in Science Practices for High School Students
What is it really like to plunge into the world of science learning and teaching? Find out in this unique book. Dive In! grew out of a teacher–scien...
By Karen J. Graham, Lara M. Gengarelly, Barbara A. Hopkins, Melissa A. Lombard
Journal Article
Methods and Strategies: Science Notebooks as Learning Tools
This column provides ideas and techniques to enhance your science teaching. Lessons from a multi-year professional study group offer insights on getti...
NSTA Press Book
Helping Students Make Sense of the World Using Next Generation Science and Engineering Practices
When it’s time for a game change, you need a guide to the new rules. Helping Students Make Sense of the World Using Next Generation Science and Engi...
By Christina V. Schwarz, Cynthia Passmore, Brian J. Reiser
NSTA Press Book
Disciplinary Core Ideas: Reshaping Teaching and Learning
Like all enthusiastic teachers, you want your students to see the connections between important science concepts so they can grasp how the world works...
By Ravit Golan Duncan, Joseph Krajcik, Ann E. Rivet
Journal Article
Editor's Note: Natural Hazards
Science and Children’s editor shares thoughts regarding the current issue....
Journal Article
Editor's Note: From Molecules to Organisms
Science and Children’s editor shares thoughts regarding the current issue....
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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....
Journal Article
Editor's Note: Identifying a Progression of Learning
Science and Children’s editor shares thoughts regarding the current issue....
Journal Article
The Early Years: A Progression of Learning
This column discusses resources and science topics related to students in grades preK to 2. This month’s issue offers an activity in which children ...
Journal Article
Formative Assessment Probes: Snap Blocks
This column focuses on promoting learning through assessment. This month’s issue covers progressing from parts and wholes to conservation of matter....
Journal Article
Editor's Note: Stability and Change
Science and Children’s editor shares thoughts regarding the current issue....