Presents a six-step problem-solving process which the author has used to present creative science investigations to fourth, fifth, and sixth graders. (Author/SJL)

Intended for the elementary teacher who lacks science teaching experience, this article presents tips for finding background information and for stocking a portable "science lab" with everyday materials. It also outlines 10 easy experiments. (SJL)

This article offers ideas and activities to help develop a multidisciplinary unit that motivates students to learn about the languages, legends, and lifestyles of Native Americans. (DF)

This article about science fairs provides a list of topics children can research and suggestions for evaluating the possibilities of project ideas before children invest much work in them. Ideas for selecting a fair date and location, choosing judges, and involving parents and the community are included. (PP)

Information is presented for teaching about the formation of tornadoes and their effects. Ideas for relevant class discussion topics, writing assignments, and experiments to illustrate how temperature and air pressure changes involved in the storms work are also given. (PP)

Suggests how elementary teachers can go beyond the science text and use commonplace materials to create science experiments which sharpen students' observational skills and their ability to formulate testable hypotheses. Seven experiments are outlined, using materials such as paper, cotton socks, and mayonnaise. (SJL)

Author discusses science discovery lessons, presents a model of one, and offers suggestions for structuring other specific lessons. (Editor/MB)

A monthly guide to help teach the basic subjects. Here are suggestions for teaching language arts, science and mathematics. (RK)

Children should learn early that science is about doing, about experimentation, and not about recalling facts. This article suggests science curriculum ideas that emphasize process and discovery. A sample lesson plan employing the scientific method is given as well as a resource list that contains suggested sources for experiments. (IAH)