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Direct linkERIC Number: EJ1115173
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2016-Jan
Pages: 6
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ISSN: ISSN-0036-8148
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Teaching through Trade Books: You Light up My Life
Royce, Christine Anne
Science and Children, v53 n5 p16-21 Jan 2016
The abstract nature of physical science concepts often means that they are the most challenging for elementary students to grasp. Understanding how light behaves allows students to form a foundation for their future understanding. This month's trade books and activities engage students in basic concepts related to light.
Descriptors: Physical Sciences, Scientific Concepts, Science Instruction, Science Education, Light, Elementary School Science, Grade 3, Grade 4, Grade 5, Science Activities
National Science Teachers Association. 1840 Wilson Boulevard, Arlington, VA 22201-3000. Tel: 800-722-6782; Fax: 703-243-3924; e-mail: membership@nsta.org; Web site: http://www.nsta.org
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Descriptive; Guides - Classroom - Teacher
Education Level: Elementary Education; Grade 3; Primary Education; Early Childhood Education; Grade 4; Intermediate Grades; Grade 5; Middle Schools
Audience: Teachers
Language: English
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