This book if written by experts in science and education as well as experiences classroom teachers. The explain: the latest research on how children learn and what this evidence tell you about the most effective classroom practices; what you need to understand about the new standards; and how literacy can be synergistically integrated into science lessons. Plus seven sample 5E Instructional Model-based mini-units (one or more activities for each of the Engage, Explore, Explain, Elaborate, and Evaluate phases) that demonstrate how to use the NGSS in your units on physical, life, and Earth and space sciences. For grades K-5.
This resource is supported by the Institute of Museum and Library Services under the provisions of the Library Services and Technology Act as administered by State Library of Iowa.