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ERIC Number: EJ536648
Record Type: CIJE
Publication Date: 1997
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Reference Count: 0
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ISSN: ISSN-0036-8148
Siphons, Pumps, and Missile Launchers: Inquiry at the Water Tables.
Fitzsimmons, Pat F.; Goldhaber, Jeanne
Science and Children, v34 n4 p16-19,42 Jan 1997
Describes the experiences of children in a program that highlights the process of inquiry by allowing and encouraging children to raise questions, develop investigation strategies, formulate theories, and report findings in a variety of ways. Discusses the teacher's role in observing, respecting, and supporting children's work. (JRH)
Descriptors: Communication Skills, Elementary Education, Elementary School Science, Inquiry, Investigations, Science Activities, Science Process Skills, Scientific Concepts
Publication Type: Guides - Classroom - Teacher; Journal Articles
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Language: English
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