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Direct linkBaird, Kate; Coy, Stephanie – Science and Children, 2020
In this article the authors describe a model that starts from the basics of the OWL (observe, wonder, learn) large-group discussion strategy then moves onto new experiences that serve as the jumping off point for student-generated questions and investigations. The OWL version of a KWL (Know-Want to Know-Learn) process becomes a path to language…
Descriptors: Science Instruction, Inquiry, Teaching Methods, Models
Purzer, Senay; Duncan-Wiles, Daphne; Strobel, Johannes – Science and Children, 2013
Hopscotch, basketball, or hide-and-seek? Children have many choices at recess, and while making these choices they must consider and make trade-offs. The way they make these decisions is not that different from the thought processes engineers use when making design trade-offs. Engineers have to make trade-offs because a design that meets all…
Descriptors: Science Process Skills, Design, Student Projects, Student Journals
Maltese, Adam – Science and Children, 2009
Earthquakes occur across the globe, and their efforts can be felt by people regardless of location. However, a moderate earthquake in Pakistan or Turkey may cause much greater damage than a stronger earthquake in Tokyo. It is imperative to help students understand why this disparity exists--often due to both natural and human influences. Students…
Descriptors: Seismology, Foreign Countries, Engineering, Grade 6
Peer reviewedHoofman, Judy – Science and Children, 1994
Although many students complain that the research-and-write about a favorite scientist is boring, a sixth-grade teacher offers successful alternatives. Through creative writing and hands-on activities, this assignment is made meaningful and fun for students. Excerpts from completed projects and evaluation tips are presented throughout the article.…
Descriptors: Elementary Education, Learning Activities, Middle Schools, Science Activities
Peer reviewedMonhardt, Rebecca M.; Monhardt, Leigh – Science and Children, 1997
Describes how to build a classroom museum developed by students to provide an ongoing learning experience. Offers tips on generating ideas through class discussion, assigning facilitating roles associated with museums, developing exhibits, including interpretation, and sharing the museum with others. Students who have created their own museum…
Descriptors: Classrooms, Design, Educational Facilities, Elementary Education
Peer reviewedSewall, Susan Breyer – Science and Children, 1991
Presents an activity that integrates science, environmental education, art, and social studies. Students identify and research an endangered species and construct a totem pole depicting the species using a recyclable material. (MDH)
Descriptors: Art Education, Conservation (Environment), Elementary Education, Endangered Species
Peer reviewedVandas, Steve – Science and Children, 1992
Poster and group activities help students understand the concept of wetlands. Activities involve students in classifying, defining, and depicting wetlands. (MDH)
Descriptors: Classification, Cooperative Learning, Earth Science, Ecology
