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Lindquist, William; Forsberg, Britt – Science and Children, 2014
One author shares the unique opportunity to be immersed in the science of "sound at work" through participation in NOAA's (National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration) Teacher at Sea Program. A third- through fifth-grade learning outcome within the Nature of Science section of the "Next Generation Science Standards"…
Descriptors: Acoustics, Instructional Innovation, Science Course Improvement Projects, Teaching Methods
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Jester, Linda L. – Science and Children, 1992
Describes a science project in which students make models of polymers using polyvinyl alcohol solution. Students make T-shirts using polymer paint to remind them of their activities. (MDH)
Descriptors: Chemistry, Concept Formation, Elementary School Science, Intermediate Grades
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Kirkwood, James J. – Science and Children, 1994
Students explore the workings of the lever, wheel and axle, and the inclined plane as they build simple toys--a bulldozer and a road grader. The project takes four weeks. Diagrams and procedures are included. (PR)
Descriptors: Elementary Education, Elementary School Science, Learning Activities, Models