Reviews exemplary examples of science programs and curricula. Cites and describes programs identified as noteworthy in: "The Search for Excellence in Science Education"; "National Diffusion Network"; "National Science Resources Center"; and "National Science Foundation." (ML)

Reports on a collaborative project for middle school science students involving physicians and teachers. Cites examples of specific programs conducted by the residents and highlights the benefits resulting from their lessons. Identifies the responsibilities of the physician and the teacher in facilitating successful programs of this type. (ML)

Describes a 3-day program sponsored by the Orange County Marine Institute that provides biological, cultural, and historical learning experiences. Discusses the setting and activities of the five ecosystems explored by the students. The Chaparral to Ocean Science Camp includes chaparral, riparian, woodland, intertidal, and pelagic environments.…

Main reasons for not using recently developed curriculum materials in elementary schools include misunderstandings about their psychological bases, and lack of trained teachers and curriculum coordinators in school districts. Efforts should be directed to improve these conditions. (PS)

Supported by American University's chemistry department, once a week science classes are offered to elementary school children. (CB)

Author discusses the development of scientific curiosity and of scientific attitudes through various British school programs, including one which teaches scientific principles to elementary school pupils using toys as instructional material. Hobbies which heighten an interest in science are detailed, for example, industrial archeology" and …

Suggests the use of full-time science specialists to combat the ever decreasing emphasis and time spent on science in the elementary schools. Includes a discussion of the current status of science teaching and provides suggestions for organization and implementation of an elementary science specialist program. (DS)

Presents a basic description of the Children's Television Workshop (CTW) science series "3-2-1 Contact," initially shown January through April, 1980. Includes information regarding basic goals, audience, schedule, format, weekly themes, school services, funding sources, staff members, and preproduction research. (CS)

Discusses the phases in the learning process as described originally by David Hawkins. The aspect of choice is included as each phase is described. The intent of the activities planned according to this approach is a happy, curious, and inquisitive child. (Author/SA)

This interpretive study of a Year Six classroom in North Queensland, Australia focuses on how two contrasting groups of children designed ill-defined engineering structures. The collaboration processes within the research team are explored. Classroom-related findings are also reported. (AIM)

Describes "Parents and Children for Terrific Science (PACTS)" program sponsored by the American Chemical Society's Education Division for encouraging the development of family science projects at the elementary and intermediate school levels. Discusses some examples and the results of the project. (YP)

A phenomenological approach was used to investigate the longitudinal recollections of participants of an out-of-school science program. The experience was a field trip to the Shenandoah National Park (USA) conducted in the fall of 2004. The science topic was geologic history and features related to the Shenandoah Valley. Two major themes relating…

Although weather, including its role in the water cycle, is included in most elementary science programs, any further examination of raindrops and snowflakes is rare. Together rain and snow make up most of the precipitation that replenishes Earth's life-sustaining fresh water supply. When viewed individually, raindrops and snowflakes are quite…

This paper discusses the relationship between the elementary science curriculum and curriculum development, and the actual elementary science program that is taught in the school. The roles of curriculum theory, instruction, curriculum statements, goals, and science program objectives are all reviewed. (SL)