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Maloney, Jane; Curtis, Sheila – Primary Science, 2012
How do teachers help children understand the difference between the structure of a flower and that of a root? Depending on the time of year this activity is quite easy. Get a bunch of flowers, germinate some chickpeas and raid the kitchen for carrots and beetroots--the children can experience the "real thing". But what if teachers want the…
Descriptors: Teaching Methods, Models, Scientific Literacy, Use Studies
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Zeitler, William R. – Science and Children, 1980
Three sets of elementary science materials are reviewed (ESS activity cards, ESS readers, "We Discover the World") that represent what can be done to enhance and structure learning for a single concept or topic. "We Discover the World" is a set of materials designed to introduce children to their world and their environment.…
Descriptors: Elementary Education, Elementary School Science, Instructional Materials, Science Course Improvement Projects
Griffith, Joe H.; And Others – 1971
This guide was developed to provide children with an opportunity to prepare and collect several common gases and to discover and work with some of their properties. The guide is divided into five major sections: (1) introduction, (2) materials, (3) activities, (4) balloons aloft, and (5) an appendix. The introduction provides information…
Descriptors: Elementary Education, Elementary School Science, Instructional Materials, Physical Sciences
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Science and Children, 1988
Reports on the development of science curricula projects. Lists features that can be applied to programs developed at the local level. Includes programs from the Biological Sciences Curriculum Study, Educational Development Center, and Technical Education Research Centers. (RT)
Descriptors: Elementary Education, Elementary School Science, Instructional Materials, Process Education
Gillmor, Mary S.; And Others – 1971
This booklet was written for anyone interested in growing mosquitoes and experimenting with them. There are three major sections: (1) rationale for studying mosquitoes, (2) raising mosquitoes, and (3) some scientific findings. The first section describes basic information about mosquitoes. The second section includes information about materials,…
Descriptors: Animals, Biological Sciences, Elementary Education, Elementary School Science
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Bruno, Merle S.; And Others – 1971
This teacher's guide on earthworms includes four major sections: (1) introduction, (2) caring for earthworms in the classroom, (3) classroom activities, and (4) the appendix. The introduction includes information concerning grade level, scheduling, materials, obtaining earthworms, field study, classroom clean-up, and records. Caring for earthworms…
Descriptors: Animals, Biological Sciences, Elementary Education, Elementary School Science
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Bicak, Laddie J. – American Biology Teacher, 1982
Proposes the use of schoolyard activities as a viable alternative to extended field trips for field investigations in biology. Describes and provides examples of different approaches including a problem oriented technique, Outdoor Biology Instructional Strategies (OBIS), and a sourcebook sponsored by the Council for Elementary Science…
Descriptors: Biology, Instructional Materials, Outdoor Activities, School Location
American Psychological Association, Washington, DC. – 1979
This guide is one part of eight instructional units developed by the Human Behavior Curriculum Project. These units provide a systematic study of behavior which can increase understanding of everyday life. They can be used to supplement other courses or as a separate course of study. There are three themes common to the units: (1) Human behavior…
Descriptors: Behavior Patterns, Behavioral Sciences, Instructional Materials, Psychology
Kennedy, Beth A.; Fortner, Rosanne W. – 1979
This investigation focuses on the major erosional forces affecting the shoreline which cause it to wear away and build up. The types of devices that protect the shoreline are also discussed. The investigation is presented in the form of a teachers' guide and a students' guide, both of which are included. In the teachers' guide, an overview of the…
Descriptors: Curriculum Development, Environmental Education, Geology, Instructional Materials
Stoever, Edward C., Jr. – 1979
Crustal Evolution Education Project (CEEP) modules were designed to: (1) provide students with the methods and results of continuing investigations into the composition, history, and processes of the earth's crust and the application of this knowledge to man's activities and (2) to be used by teachers with little or no previous background in the…
Descriptors: Earth Science, Geology, Instructional Materials, Science Activities
Romey, William D. – 1971
Suggested are methods for the collection of field evidence about processes that form plutonic and metamorphic rock. Description and discussion of these types of rocks are provided. The planning and execution of a successful field trip is discussed. Advanced field projects are also discussed. Included are five appendices, references, and a…
Descriptors: Earth Science, Field Studies, Field Trips, Geology
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Dorling, Geoffrey – Physics Education, 1988
Overviews the "Nuffield Coordinated Sciences" program. Discusses the aim, coordination of content, presentation, and the writing timetable. (YP)
Descriptors: Curriculum Development, Elementary Education, Elementary School Science, Foreign Countries
Stoever, Edward C., Jr. – 1979
Crustal Evolution Education Project (CEEP) modules were designed to: (1) provide students with the methods and results of continuing investigations into the composition, history, and processes of the earth's crust and the application of this knowledge to man's activities and (2) to be used by teachers with little or no previous background in the…
Descriptors: Earth Science, Geology, Instructional Materials, Oceanography
Stoever, Edward C., Jr. – 1979
Crustal Evolution Education Project (CEEP) modules were designed to: (1) provide students with the methods and results of continuing investigations into the composition, history, and processes of the earth's crust and the application of this knowledge to man's activities and (2) to be used by teachers with little or no previous background in the…
Descriptors: Earth Science, Geology, Instructional Materials, Radiation
Stoever, Edward C., Jr. – 1979
Crustal Evolution Education Project (CEEP) modules were designed to: (1) provide students with the methods and results of continuing investigations into the composition, history, and processes of the earth's crust and the application of this knowledge to man's activities and (2) to be used by teachers with little or no previous background in the…
Descriptors: Earth Science, Geology, Instructional Materials, Oceanography
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