Science and Children Articles on Creative Integration

Real Earthquakes, Real Learning

(Science and Math Integration)

September 2003

Plotting real earthquake data from United States Geological Survey and other websites teaches map skills and introduces plate tectonics in a concrete way.

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http://science.nsta.org/enewsletter/2005-03/sc0309_26.pdf

Drawing on Student Understanding

(Science and Art Integration)

Students spent a significant amount of time learning about insects, using art and drawing as tools to deepen their understanding. Using artistic expression enhances students' abilities to communicate science explanations, to engage in science as a means for explanation, and to communicate their ideas to the public.

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http://science.nsta.org/enewsletter/2005-09/sc0101_18.pdf

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A Blended Neighborhood

(Science, Math, and Social Studies Integration)

April 2003

Teachers in a multi-age classroom integrated science, mathematics, and social studies while having students explore their own neighborhood. Following lessons on shapes and materials, students constructed a model of a neighborhood.

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http://www.nsta.org/gateway&j=sc&n=48110

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