It is often claimed that students must have a thorough understanding of the processes of science to understand the constant changes in scientific theories and make meaningful decisions. This curriculum guide has five major parts including goals and objectives of elementary school science, problem solving, suggested scope and sequence, instructional aids and resources. Also included is a section on curriculum considerations for handicapped students. The section on instructional aids includes information on: (1) how to prepare; (2) safety; (3) equipment; (4) field trips; (5) science fairs, projects, clubs; (6) inservice training for science teachers; (7) science career education; and (8) computers in science education. Resource listings include periodicals, catalogs, regional resources, North Dakota publications, maps, science in the kitchen, and books for science experiments. (CW)