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Lott, Kimberly; Bennett, Brenda; Urbanek-Carney, Sara – Science and Children, 2020
This article illustrates several types of at-home science experiences that could be incorporated during grades K-2 to provide enriching science experiences that are motivating for students without requiring exhaustive work and preparation. These activities are designed to augment science interest and enthusiasm of students in the classroom and…
Descriptors: Learning Activities, Home Study, Science Education, Parent Participation
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Ashbrook, Peggy – Science and Children, 2016
By developing a relationship of trust and respect with children, educators create a classroom culture that supports questioning. One strategy to extend children's thinking is to provide unfamiliar materials to provoke questioning. This column discusses resources and science topics related to students in grades preK to 2. This month's column…
Descriptors: Questioning Techniques, Classroom Communication, Classroom Techniques, Early Childhood Education
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Science and Children, 2003
Presents a simple everyday science activity concerning fingerprints for children and their families to do together. Includes a description and the procedure for the activity. (KHR)
Descriptors: Elementary Education, Home Study, Parent Participation, Science Activities
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Science and Children, 2003
Presents a science activity on making paper airplanes in which the basic laws of physics are introduced. Provides procedures to make paper airplanes with illustrations. (Author/KHR)
Descriptors: Aerospace Education, Elementary Education, Home Study, Parents as Teachers
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Scribner-MacLean, Michelle – Science and Children, 1996
Presents suggestions for parents who wish to continue their children's science education at home. (JRH)
Descriptors: Elementary Education, Elementary School Science, Home Study, Parent Participation