Tag Archives: physical science

Sub Plans for Physics

Posted on November 14, 2017 by Gabe Kraljevic

This is my first year of teaching physics and I can’t think of generic substitute plans for this class. Can you suggest some generic/emergency plans that could help me?  – E., Michigan One of the hardest things is to wake … Continue reading →

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Argument-Driven Inquiry in Physical Science

Posted on December 23, 2016 by Carole Hayward

Interested in teaching your students how to make and support their science explanations in the classroom? We’ve got just the thing. The newest books in the Argument-Driven Inquiry Series from NSTA Press is here. Argument-Driven Inquiry in Physical Science Lab … Continue reading →

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Tailoring professional development to the needs of a small group

Posted on October 26, 2015 by Peggy Ashbrook

I sometimes wish I could have another hour or more with a presenter of a session at a conference or other professional development program. I want to more-fully explore the ideas presented or a question the discussion raised in my … Continue reading →

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Using Physical Science Gadgets and Gizmos in Elementary Grades

Posted on February 8, 2015 by Carole Hayward

The authors of the popular Phenomenon-Based Learning series have released a new book geared toward elementary-age students. Using Physical Science Gadgets & Gizmos, Grades 3-5: Phenomenon-Based Learning is the latest book by Matthew Bobrowsky, Mikko Korhonen, and Jukka Kohtamäki. The … Continue reading →

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Physical science activities

Posted on April 27, 2014 by Mary Bigelow

Middle schoolers enjoy a challenge. The featured articles in this issue show that incorporating physical science concepts with engineering practices and crosscutting concepts can lead to challenging projects for students (and their teachers as they choose and develop activities aligned … Continue reading →

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Elementary Extravaganza, Ramps and pathways

Posted on April 4, 2014 by Peggy Ashbrook

The Elementary Extravaganza was pulsing with energy as educators from many settings rushed in at 8am to get personal attention from the hundreds of presenters who were ready to share their work. Thanks to the sponsors–www.BioEdOnline.org, Delta Education, School Speciality, … Continue reading →

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How's the weather at your science museum?

Posted on October 25, 2011 by Debra Shapiro

Teachers and students are exploring the weather through exhibits at science museums around the country. Continue reading →

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Children and motion

Posted on October 2, 2011 by Peggy Ashbrook

What is in motion in your classroom, in addition to children? Spinning tops are one of the materials I keep available all year long because they can be an independent or collaborative activity, children’s ability to spin them increases as … Continue reading →

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Find support and share resources at the Learning Center

Posted on June 30, 2011 by Peggy Ashbrook

As I was packing up materials and readying the classrooms for summer storage I reflected back over the year and thought about the next. Developing an on-going inquiry (or overlapping inquiries because more than one class uses the space at … Continue reading →

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"Are you ready?" (What I learned on my summer vacation: ramps, video conferencing with children, and climate)

Posted on August 16, 2010 by Peggy Ashbrook

Are you hearing that question too often from people who wonder how you are going to make the adjustment back to school now that we are into August? I used to say, “No, I’m not nearly ready” but have decided … Continue reading →

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