The slime trails of snails lead the author's students to a better understanding of science as inquiry and the processes of science. During this five-day activity, students get up close and personal with one of her favorite creatures, the land snail. Students begin by observing the organism and recording their observations. After making initial…

Uses student-constructed models to teach about the atom and its structure in order to achieve internalized understanding of the concept among students. (YDS)

Describes an instructional approach to teach students the importance of recycling and motivate them to recycle. Explains the history of papermaking and the process of paper making. (YDS)

Presents an activity in which students act like real-estate agents who market their planets as a great place to live. Evaluates students on their presentations. (YDS)

Introduces an inquiry-based lab design in which students try to find evidence on a particular problem. Investigates the effects of decreases in the pH level on the environment. Includes students' hypotheses and research results. (YDS)

Presents an inquiry activity in which students design a solar cooking apparatus. Students are also asked to write a paragraph that explains the ways in which science knowledge helped them in the design of their cooker. Includes a grading rubric. (SOE)

Presents an effective way to review concepts with students while playing games in science class. Includes grading criteria for student presentation and game assignment. (KHR)