Descriptor
Source
| Learning | 1 |
| Science and Children | 1 |
Author
| Asimov, Isaac | 1 |
| Crosslin, Rick | 1 |
| Fredericks, Anthony D. | 1 |
| Heller, Patricia | 1 |
| Knight, Ruth | 1 |
| Patterson, Jo | 1 |
| Stubbs, Harriett S. | 1 |
Publication Type
| Guides - Classroom - Learner | 5 |
| Guides - Classroom - Teacher | 5 |
| Guides - Non-Classroom | 2 |
| Journal Articles | 2 |
| Books | 1 |
| Computer Programs | 1 |
Education Level
Audience
| Students | 7 |
| Practitioners | 5 |
| Teachers | 5 |
| Parents | 3 |
Location
Laws, Policies, & Programs
Assessments and Surveys
What Works Clearinghouse Rating
Stubbs, Harriett S.; And Others – 1989
A topic which is often not sufficiently dealt with in elementary school textbooks is acid rain. This student text is designed to supplement classroom materials on the topic. Discussed are: (1) "Rain"; (2) "Water Cycle"; (3) "Fossil Fuels"; (4) "Air Pollution"; (5) "Superstacks"; (6) "Acid/Neutral/Bases"; (7) "pH Scale"; (8) "Acid Rain"; (9)…
Descriptors: Acid Rain, Air Pollution, Chemistry, Elementary Education
Peer reviewedKnight, Ruth – Science and Children, 1989
Described is a method which can be used to teach children how to study science. Included are suggestions for efficient use of the textbook, how to learn in the laboratory, hints for note-taking, how to ask questions, and how to study for tests. (CW)
Descriptors: Elementary Education, Elementary School Science, Intermediate Grades, Middle Schools
Crosslin, Rick – Learning, 1994
Presents two sets of calendars for July and August that include simple science or math activities for each day. The first set is for students in grades 3-5; the second set is for middle school students. The activities motivate students to investigate and collect data and reinforce concepts learned in school. (SM)
Descriptors: Elementary School Students, Intermediate Grades, Junior High School Students, Junior High Schools
Download full textUnited Nations Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organization, Paris (France). Intergovernmental Oceanographic Commission. – 1998
The student textbook is designed for grades 5-8 and explores various earth science topics. A cartoon character named Tommy Tsumi explores earth facts and concepts throughout the text. Activities, materials, and learning objectives for each unit in the textbook are presented in the teacher's guide. Units in both books include: (1) "The Outside…
Descriptors: Earth Science, Earthquakes, Intermediate Grades, Junior High Schools
Fredericks, Anthony D.; Asimov, Isaac – 1990
Interest in a science fair is low when students feel undirected and lack the information they need to produce a successful project. For many students, parents, and teachers, planning and carrying out a science fair project may be very frustrating. This book is designed to be a reference that helps teachers guide students through this process. The…
Descriptors: Elementary School Science, Exhibits, Extracurricular Activities, Instructional Materials
Heller, Patricia – 1982
Designed to supplement a short course for middle school children and their parents, this manual provides sets of learning experiences about electronic communication devices. The program is intended to develop positive attitudes toward science and technology in both parents and their children and to take the mystery out of some of the electronic…
Descriptors: Audio Equipment, Electronic Equipment, Elementary Education, Elementary School Science
Patterson, Jo – 1986
This kit includes a variety of instructional materials designed to teach language arts, science, mathematics and social studies while integrating soil and water conservation concepts into the intermediate-level classroom. The activities included in the student study manual are intended to be used to: (1) introduce a topic prior to using the…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Uses in Education, Conservation Education, Conservation (Environment)
