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Moore, Suzanne; Kalinski, Charlene – Science and Children, 1996
Presents hands-on science activities that help young children learn about the five senses and connect different aspects of the early childhood curriculum. (JRH)
Descriptors: Early Childhood Education, Hands on Science, Science Activities, Scientific Concepts
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Rupnow, John; And Others – Science Teacher, 1995
Presents an activity that involves making peanut butter in the laboratory as a way to teach students the chemistry concepts of emulsification, solubility, and formulation. Enables students to realize that they can actually create or modify the physical and sensory characteristics of peanut butter and taste the differences in their work. (JRH)
Descriptors: Chemical Reactions, Chemistry, Food, Hands on Science
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Ciferno, Thomas M.; And Others – Physics Teacher, 1995
Describes the construction and use of an electrooptic apparatus that can be incorporated into the classroom to test liquid crystal displays (LCDs) and introduce students to experiments of an applied physics nature with very practical implications. Presents experiments that give students hands-on experience with technologies of current interest to…
Descriptors: Hands on Science, Optics, Physics, Problem Solving
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Malacinski, George M.; Zell, Paul W. – American Biology Teacher, 1996
Describes three models that provide a concrete experience of abstract concepts such as DNA replication, RNA synthesis, and protein synthesis. Explains their hands-on use and notes their advantages for teaching and learning. (JRH)
Descriptors: Biology, DNA, Educational Strategies, Hands on Science
Echols, Jean C.; And Others – 1996
This teacher's guide features step-by-step instructions for activities that use easily-obtained and inexpensive materials as well as background information, literature connections, and assessment ideas. The activities are designed for children in preschool through first grade. Lesson descriptions include suggestions for modifying the activities to…
Descriptors: Biological Sciences, Cooperative Learning, Elementary Education, Entomology
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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
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Emery, Dave – Science Scope, 1996
Describes a lab involving a cloud formation activity that uses the constructivist learning model to get students more involved in creating the lab. Enables students to develop a greater understanding of the concepts involved and more interest in the lab's outcomes. (JRH)
Descriptors: Constructivism (Learning), Earth Science, Hands on Science, Junior High Schools
National Academy of Sciences, Washington, DC. Government-University-Industry Research Roundtable. – 1996
This resource guide is a source of current information for teachers, principals, administrators, science curriculum specialists, parents, and those involved in systemic reform of science education. These curriculum materials and other resources support inquiry-based science teaching that fosters an understanding of science concepts through…
Descriptors: Educational Resources, Elementary Education, Elementary School Science, Hands on Science
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Erzberger, Andria; And Others – Physics Teacher, 1996
Describes the activities of the Physics Teachers Action Research Group in which college physics teachers work together in planning, revising, and evaluating student projects that foster greater conceptual understanding and address student misconceptions. Presents the details of a project in which students were asked to build an accelerometer. (JRH)
Descriptors: Acceleration (Physics), Hands on Science, Mechanics (Physics), Misconceptions
Berlin, Donna F., Comp. – 1995
This document is a compilation of lesson plans designed to teach math/science concepts that have appeared in the journal "School Science and Mathematics". The activities combine important mathematics and science fundamentals in a single lesson and have been tested by classroom teachers. The lesson plans include concepts, objectives, rationale,…
Descriptors: Class Activities, Elementary Secondary Education, Hands on Science, Integrated Curriculum
Rushton, Erik; Ryan, Emily; Swift, Charles – 2001
In this activity, students test whether the color of a material affects how much heat it absorbs. An ice cube is placed in a box made of colored paper (one box per color; white, yellow, red, and black) which is then placed in the sun. Students predict which color will melt the ice cube first and record the order and time required for the ice cubes…
Descriptors: Color, Early Childhood Education, Hands on Science, Heat
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Altshuler, Ken – Science Teacher, 1995
Describes a project where students build a motorized car that can perform well in two distinctly different competitions: traveling 20 meters in the shortest time and pulling a 500-gram mass the farthest distance in 20 seconds. Enables students to apply physics principles to a real problem and to discover the importance of teamwork on large…
Descriptors: Cooperative Learning, Engineering, Hands on Science, Interdisciplinary Approach
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Rushton, Erik; Ryan, Emily; Swift, Charles – 2001
In this activity, students learn how paper is made by working together to make their own paper. Students are introduced to the concept of recycling: what it is, its importance, and how it affects their lives. This activity is uses a time frame of 40 minutes. (Author/SOE)
Descriptors: Early Childhood Education, Environmental Education, Hands on Science, Interdisciplinary Approach
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
1999
This 23-minute videotape takes children, grades K-4, on a tour of the nine planets of our solar system and explains vital statistics and interesting facts about each. Key terms such as rotation, revolution, and orbit, are explained. A hands-on activity that can be used to demonstrate how Saturn's moons actually create its beautiful rings is also…
Descriptors: Astronomy, Elementary Education, Hands on Science, Science Activities
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