Teaching Emerging Scientists: Fostering Scientific Inquiry with Diverse Learners in Grades K-2 [Paperback]

Table of Contents

Preface

Chapter 1: Factors Which Influence Your Science Teaching Philosophy

Why Teach Science To Young Children?

Your Personal Context

Who Are You And How Do You Feel About Science?

What Is Your Teaching And Learning Style?

What Are Your Views On Science And Scientists?

What Were Your Early Experiences With Science?

Science Education Then And Now

How has science education changed since the 1950s?

Chapter 2: How Young Children Learn and Think about Science

Can You Recall Your First Experience With Science?

What Are Your Childrens Views Of Science And Scientists?

What Does Research Say About How Young Children View Science And Scientists?

What is Science?

What Are K-2 Childrens Ideas About Science?

How Do Young Children Learn Science?

Childrens Understandings Of Physical Properties

Childrens Understandings Of Animals

Childrens Understandings Of Plants

Childrens Understandings Of Earth Science

What Are Some Common Misconceptions In Your Science Classroom?

Chapter 3: Your Children And Science Learning

Who Are Your Children?

What Are Your Class Demographics?

How Can You Develop A Cultural Understanding Of Your Children?

How Can You Use Your Childrens Lived Experiences To Inform Your Teaching?

What Are Your Expectations For Your Children?

How Can You Help Your K-2 Children Succeed In Science?

Chapter 4: The Inquiry Approach to Teaching and Learning SlS)