Grades 3-5An important mathematical concept for children to learn is the relationship between two quantities such as miles per hour or cost per gallon. … [Read more...] about Ease on Down the Road
License Plate Riddles
Grades 2-4License plates can be used both to help children develop their knowledge of numbers and as an introduction to algebra. … [Read more...] about License Plate Riddles
Evidence, Models and Explanations
Scientists test the explanations they come up with, and the results of their tests are evidence on which to base their explanations. Sometimes they call their explanations "theories" or "models" or "hypotheses". Children can test their theories about the world too: Is it the … [Read more...] about Evidence, Models and Explanations
Unifying Concepts and Processes
Children can be introduced gradually to basic scientific concepts that will provide a framework for understanding and connecting many scientific facts and observations. In this website, we will focus on five concepts and processes taken from the National Science Education … [Read more...] about Unifying Concepts and Processes
Hands-On Works Well
Investigating and experimenting are great ways for children to learn science and increase their understanding of scientific ideas. Hands-on science can also help children think critically and gain confidence in their own ability to solve problems. Young children especially are … [Read more...] about Hands-On Works Well
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