Teaching Children Science: Discovery Activities and Demonstrations for the Elementary and Middle Grades (NSE K-8 Contant Standards)

This truncated, paperback volume is composed of lessons, activities, and elementary science content derived from the fifth edition of Joseph Abruscato's successful text, Teaching Children Science: A Discovery Approach.

Intended for both pre-service and practicing teachers, the text provides elementary science content and activities that follow Abruscato's “discovery approach.” Current ideas are presented in a motivating, engaging style that will captivate the student and enhance the science classroom.

The text is divided into three parts: Earth/Space, Life, and Physical Sciences. Each of these three areas begins with a lesson and unit planning chapter followed by “A” Chapters which present science content and “B” Chapters which contain activities and demonstrations for children cross-referenced to the NSE K-8 Science Standards. Through its structure, writing style, and attention to contemporary issues, this serves as an important volume for both pre-service and in-service teachers who want to create meaningful science experiences within the context of discovery learning.

Intended for both pre-service and practicing teachers, Teaching Children Science: Discovery Activities and Demonstrations for the Elementary and Middle Grades, 2/e presents contemporary ideas in a motivating, engaging writing style that captivates future classroom teachers and enhances his/her instruction in the science classroom. This truncated paperback volume is composed of lessons, activities, and elementary science content derived from the Sixth Edition of Joseph Abruscato's successful text, Teaching Children Science: A Discovery Approach, Sixth Edition. Continuing the author's emphasis on a ”discovery approach,” each of the three areas covered (Earth/Space, Life and Physical Sciences) begins with lesson and unit planning. The second part presents science content followed by the last section which contains a plethora of activities and demonstrations that are cross-referenced to the NSE K-8 Science Standards.

Allow your students to “discover” science through this practical text.

New to This Edition:

• With a renewed focus on the NSE content standards, this text provides clear direction of what teachers need to know to be prepared for the classroom.
• Discusses implementation of the NSE K-8 Content Standards and provides curriculum responsive to those standards.
• Covers elementary science topics including earth and space science, life science, physical sciences, and technology in a lively and engaging style that students find accessible.
• Satisfies the NSE Standards of “the human side of science” (all chapters).
• Continuing its strength in supportive pedagogy, this text guides students into discovery. Features such as “A Look Ahead,” “Go Further,” “Quick Checks,” and “Demonstrations” provide students with tangible suggestions to bring into the classroom.

“This is an excellent resource for future teachers to have during their actual teaching.”
Professor Russell Agne, The University of Vermont

“Dr. Abruscato¿s writing style appeals to those who aspire to teach science as well as to those who have a desire to teach but are among the many who tend to be science shy.”
Professor Jim Dawson, Rochester College

Author bio:

Dr. Joseph Abruscato received his Bachelors and Masters Degrees from Trenton State College and his Ph.D. from The Ohio State University. He presently teaches science curriculum and methods courses at the University of Vermont, Burlington. He was inspired by his own teachers to enter the teaching profession and his personal experience as a teacher has enhanced his professional work as a teacher educator. Dr. Abruscato has presented hundreds of speeches and workshops across the United States and Canada and has published a variety of science books for children and teachers including Teaching Children Science and Whizbangers and Wonderments.

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