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SUMMER READINGWhat does summer reading mean to you? For some of you, it may mean
reading the latest best seller by the pool. For others, it might
mean helping struggling students become better readers. For others
still, it might mean getting caught up on the professional literature
that you just don't seem to get to during the school year. This
issue gives you suggestions on some good reads, shows you how some
teachers are working this summer, and provides you with a summary
of the newest titles from NSTA Press. Enjoy your summer reading! Summer Reading in the News Article summaries provided by the NSTA WebNews Digest (Visit http://www.nsta.org/mainnews for nationwide news for science educators). No Summer Break for this Student (St. Petersburg Times) A high school student devotes a part of her summer to attending a statewide conference in an effort to help third graders improve their reading skills. Click here to read more: http://www.sptimes.com/2004/06/02/Pasco/No_summer_break_for_t.shtml Summer Reading on the Net In this month's high school journal, The Science Teacher, NSTA members read "Cool Books for Hot Days." The link to that article is: http://www.nsta.org/gateway&j=tst&n=49452 NSTA Articles on Summer Reading The following NSTA journal articles provide you with useful ideas for classroom lessons and activities related to summer reading. Click here to read more: http://science.nsta.org/enewsletter/2004-07/high_school.htm Books, Books, BooksNSTA has put together a catalog of the latest books for the high school teacher to make your summer reading worthwhile. To view the catalog, click here: http://science.nsta.org/enewsletter/2004-07/highcatalog.pdf To order any of the items in the catalog, visit: http://store.nsta.org. Professional Development The professional learning plan from the Eisenhower National Clearinghouse details 15 effective strategies for professional development. The first two strategies involve Immersion into Inquiry in Science and Immersion into the World of Scientists. (Eisenhower National Clearinghouse) Click here to read more: http://www.enc.org/professional/learn/ideas/science/document.shtm?input=ACQ-142559-2559_10b,00.shtm NSTA Opportunities Managing Your Membership The Internet allows you to get information when it's most convenient for you. To learn more about managing your NSTA membership online or to get information about joining, visit: http://science.nsta.org/enewsletter/2004-07/www.pdf Write for NSTA's Journals The Science Teacher (Grades 9–12) has issued this Call for Papers on specific topics. Click here to find out more: Next Month's Theme: International Interests If your colleagues would like to subscribe to Science Class, please direct them to: http://www.nsta.org/newsletters. THE FINE PRINTThis
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