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Gilroy, Pamela J. – 1989
The movement-exploration activities described in this book are designed to appeal to primary-level children's natural instinct toward imaginative play and discovery and offer opportunities to develop physical skills in a familiar environment. The discovery of the physical self involves body-part and body-surface identification, isolated movements…
Descriptors: Anatomy, Human Body, Motor Development, Movement Education

Gabel, Dorothy; And Others – Science Teacher, 1992
Chemistry can be described on three levels: sensory, molecular, and symbolic. Proposes a particle approach to teaching chemistry that uses magnets to aid students construct molecular models and solve particle problems. Includes examples of Johnstone's model of chemistry phenomena, a problem worksheet, and a student concept mastery sheet. (MDH)
Descriptors: Chemistry, Cognitive Development, Concept Formation, Magnets

Simpson, Patty; Wise, Kevin – Science Activities, 1993
Presents an activity in which students develop science process skills by making inferences as to the contents of a "mystery" box from observations based on their sensory perceptions. Provides instructions for implementing and extending the activity. (MDH)
Descriptors: Discovery Learning, Grade 5, Integrated Activities, Intermediate Grades