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The Great Pumpkin.

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Johnson, Maureen; Stone, Judith – Science and Children, 1989

Described are five halloween season activities. Included are investigations which focus on observing, measuring, creating, and cooking. A recipe for pumpkin bread is given. Ideas for infusing science into a halloween party are provided. (CW)

Descriptors: Biological Sciences, Botany, Cognitive Ability, Cognitive Development

Teaching Angiosperm Reproduction by Means of the Learning Cycle.

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Scharmann, Lawrence C. – School Science and Mathematics, 1991

Discussed is an alternative teaching strategy to uncover and assess a common misconception in the life sciences and to articulate its use in teaching a unit on angiosperm reproduction. The learning cycle is described, and a concept map on reproduction on angiosperms is included. (KR)

Descriptors: Cognitive Development, Concept Formation, Educational Strategies, Learning Processes