Science and Children Articles on Reading Strategies

Kite Explorations

September 2006

The states of matter are a foundational property in physical science. Not only do they help students understand the physical world around them but also provide experiences on which to build later concepts, such as atomic structure and changes in matter. This lesson provides one opportunity to introduce these ideas.

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http://www.nsta.org/gateway&j=sc&n=52422

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Young Questioners

September 2006

Suggestions and an activity to help early elementary teachers develop questioning skills in students.

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http://www.nsta.org/gateway&j=sc&n=52425

Think-Alouds in Inquiry Science

September 2006

A think aloud is a cognitive coaching strategy that helps foster critical thinking in science.

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http://www.nsta.org/gateway&j=sc&n=52427

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