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Smith, Janice, Ed. – 1995
This manual was developed to help K-3 teachers incorporate science and science activities as an integral part of their curricula. It integrates hands-on science activities with other curricular areas, particularly the language arts. The activities include science background information, science process skills, classroom management suggestions,…
Descriptors: Elementary Education, Elementary School Science, Hands on Science, Integrated Curriculum
St. Andre, Ralph E. – 1993
Simple machines have become a lost point of study in elementary schools as teachers continue to have more material to cover. This manual provides hands-on, cooperative learning activities for grades three through eight concerning the six simple machines: wheel and axle, inclined plane, screw, pulley, wedge, and lever. Most activities can be…
Descriptors: Cooperative Learning, Elementary Education, Hands on Science, Mechanics (Physics)
Rushton, Erik; Ryan, Emily; Swift, Charles – 2001
In this activity, students look at different types of fabric and their respective individual properties. Using a magnifying glass and sandpaper, students test the weave and wear quality of sample fabrics. By comparing the qualities of different fabrics, they are able to better understand why there are so many different types of fabric and…
Descriptors: Elementary Education, Engineering, Experiential Learning, Hands on Science

Gondree, Lillian L.; Tundo, Valerie – Science Scope, 1996
Describes an alternative assessment approach to measure the knowledge and skills of students at the end of a hands-on, process-, and concept-oriented science program. Four segments of the evaluation are: general knowledge, laboratory skills, critical thinking and problem-solving skills, and teacher-specific assessments. Emphasizes retention of…
Descriptors: Alternative Assessment, Evaluation, Hands on Science, Middle Schools

Rushton, Erik; Ryan, Emily; Swift, Charles – 2001
One of the best ways to learn how something works is to take it apart, look at the pieces, and see how they are connected. In this activity, students disassemble and analyze a click pen and investigate the technology it uses. This activity requires a 30-minute time period for completion. (Author/SOE)
Descriptors: Elementary Education, Engineering, Evaluation Methods, Experiential Learning
Brown, Janet Harley; Shavelson, Richard J. – 1996
This book is intended for teachers who currently use (or are planning to use) a hands-on science curriculum. In addition, it would be useful to pre-service teachers, graduate students in education, and other educators interested in alternative forms of assessment. It offers teachers and other educators an opportunity to learn about performance…
Descriptors: Alternative Assessment, Elementary Secondary Education, Hands on Science, Performance
Strongin, Herb; And Others – 1991
Often elementary and junior high teachers search for effective, inexpensive, and easy-to-understand science activities. This document was designed with those teachers and their students in mind. It provides hands-on science activities that focus around three components: (1) themes--broad, unifying ideas that pervade science, math and technology;…
Descriptors: Elementary Education, Energy, Hands on Science, Junior High Schools
Taylor, Beverley A. P.; And Others – 1994
This document is a collection of some of the physics activities used in the Teaching Science with TOYS professional development program for teachers. The TOYS activities have been compiled into this document as a resource for teachers who want to use toy-based physical science activities in the classroom. The activities do not assume any…
Descriptors: Educational Games, Elementary Secondary Education, Hands on Science, Learning Activities
Sarquis, Jerry L.; And Others – 1995
This document is a collection of some of the chemistry activities used in the Teaching Science with TOYS professional development program for teachers. The TOYS activities have been compiled into this document as a resource for teachers who want to use toy-based physical science activities in the classroom. The activities do not assume any…
Descriptors: Chemistry, Educational Games, Elementary Secondary Education, Hands on Science
Search for Extraterrestrial Intelligence Inst., Mountain View, CA. – 1996
The possibility of life on other planets holds enormous fascination for people of all ages. This interdisciplinary learning kit uses that theme to launch scientific learning in young students. Through a series of hands-on activities, it directs participants to solve an outer space mystery thereby acquiring and developing scientific knowledge and…
Descriptors: Astronomy, Cooperative Learning, Elementary Education, Hands on Science
Russell, Helen Ross – 1997
In a world where science has become too confined to books and too reliant on technology, and science fairs have been taken over by parents, this paper offers suggestions to help young people have actual hands-on experience with nature. Topics include soil formation; ants; earthworms; temperature; weather predictions; rain acidity; physical science…
Descriptors: Elementary Education, Elementary School Science, Hands on Science, Naturalistic Observation

Rushton, Erik; Ryan, Emily; Swift, Charles – 2001
In this activity, students experiment and observe the similarities and differences between human-made objects and nature in small groups. Students compare the function and structure of hollow bones with drinking straws, bird beaks and tool pliers, and bat wings and airplane wings. A classroom discussion can be held to discuss similarities and…
Descriptors: Elementary Education, Engineering, Experiential Learning, Group Activities
Rushton, Erik; Ryan, Emily; Swift, Charles – 2001
In this activity, students learn about composite materials, tension as a force, and how they act on structural components through the design and testing of a strip of plastic chair webbing. This activity requires a 60-minute time period for completion. (Author/NB)
Descriptors: Daily Living Skills, Elementary Education, Engineering, Experiential Learning
Rushton, Erik; Ryan, Emily; Swift, Charles – 2001
Rube Goldberg is famous for his very complex machines that accomplish everyday tasks. In this activity, students design and build a Rube Goldberg machine that will accomplish a simple task in no less than 10 steps. This activity requires a 120-360 minute time period for completion. (Author/SOE)
Descriptors: Creative Activities, Critical Thinking, Design, Engineering
Rushton, Erik; Ryan, Emily; Swift, Charles – 2001
When asked to list some strong materials, people think of steel, concrete, and wood. In this activity, students learn about the force of compression and how it acts on structural components through a hands-on group problem. Using everyday products such as paper, toothpicks, and tape, students construct a structure that will support the weight of a…
Descriptors: Critical Thinking, Design, Engineering, Experiential Learning