Elementary Science Education Articles for Teachers

Turn Over a New Leaf this Spring!

04-27-12

Springtime is a season of growth, change, and renewal. The smells in the air and the brilliant sunshine make it a favorite time of year for everyone. However, it also a time when children of all ages may see changes occurring. Perhaps they no longer feel close to the best friend they have had for...

Winter Wonderland Activities

02-21-12

Punxsutawney Phil emerged from his burrow on Groundhog Day to announce 6 more weeks of winter. Keeping his prediction alive and well, the chill in the air brings a myriad of opportunities for winter inspired activities and lessons. Delighting the senses in a winter wonderland Exploring the sens...

Integrating Science and Literature: Life as We Knew It

11-04-11

In the real world, our activities rarely involve a singular discipline. The process of purchasing a car often requires researching various models online (language arts and science), crunching numbers to determine how much one can afford (math), and talking to friends or neighbors about their expe...

Busting More Myths Using the Scientific Method

11-02-11

Myths. Folklore. Urban legends. Most students are familiar with at least a few examples of these; for instance, mention the idea that Americans never landed on the moon, and you’re sure to elicit a bevy of opinions! Fascination with urban legends is one reason the television show Myt...

Falling into Science!

10-04-11

The beginning of every school year is an exciting time for both children and teachers – everyone is ready for new opportunities, friends, and learning experiences. The first few months set the tone in our classrooms, and it is the perfect time for teachers to show students that science is n...

Busting Myths Using Science in the Classroom

09-26-11

Busted! The Mythbusters phenomenon has proven or busted hundreds of urban legends over the years, and many science teachers have transferred the techniques used by the quirky duo of Adam and Jamie to the classroom. Using modern day science to separate fact from fiction seems as though it mi...

Interesting Activities Involving Erosion

09-16-11

Since the beginning of time the Earth has been subject to constant erosion caused by water, wind, ice, and waves. It is the reason valleys form and beaches shift along the coastline. There are many interesting, interactive ways for your students to learn about this scientific process here are s...

How to Inspire the Young Inventors in Your Classroom

09-14-11

There is a moment in every child’s life when they begin asking that magical question, "Why?" As a teacher, I think it is my job to promote this type of questioning. I want my students to thrive on a quest for knowledge, taking pride in the process and discovery of the answer to this most im...

Gardening with Your Students

07-05-11

Organic produce is becoming more readily available, farmer’s markets are springing up everywhere, and community gardens have been appearing in the most unlikely places. Many schools are starting their own gardens and are placing the control in their students’ hands. The results are as...

Explore Rocks With Hands On Activities

05-19-11

When students found out that we were going to study rocks for our next science topic, I heard groans from every corner of the room. It turned out that after a preschool fascination with the shiny, round, and sparkly varieties, rocks don’t hold the attention of many elementary students...

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