Accurately conveying the nature of science (NOS)--what science is and how it works--is common to most science education standards documents, including the "National Science Education Standards" and "Science for All Americans". Understanding the NOS is crucial to scientific literacy since mistaken ideas of science will likely affect students' attitudes toward science and learning in science classes. Here, the authors present and discuss strategies for science teachers in order for them to convey an accurate story about NOS to their students. (Contains 1 figure.)