Teaching Constructivist Science, K-8: Nurturing Natural Investigators in the Standards-Based Classroom
"Provides not justmore,butwhyandhow to! A much-needed book with wonderful strategies for setting up an inquiry-based classroom, choosing significant topics for investigation, differentiating within an inquiry-based classroom, and assessing learning."(Bena Kallick, Education Consultant 2006-11-09)"One of the best I have read! A well-written and beneficial professional development resource for inservice elementary teachers wishing to expand their knowledge or refresh their memory."(Christine Anne Royce, Assistant Professor of Education 2006-12-11)"So easy to follow, including the lists, figures, tables, and activities. The coverage of science methods includes everything I consider a priority to incorporate into a methods class, including the many real-life strategies and examples."(Jerry Clemens, Science Educator, Lake Zurich Middle School North, Hawthorn Woods, IL 2007-03-26)"Used for systemwide inservice, this book could serve as a framework for lesson development, critique, analysis, and modification. For those just starting out, there are copious useful materials included."(NSTA Recommends 2007-07-02)