The Sourcebook for Teaching Science, Grades 6-12: Strategies, Activities, and Instructional Resources [Paperback]

The Sourcebook for Teaching Science is a unique, comprehensive resource designed to give middle and high school science teachers a wealth of information that will enhance any science curriculum. Filled with innovative tools, dynamic activities, and practical lesson plans that are grounded in theory, research, and national standards, the book offers both new and experienced science teachers powerful strategies and original ideas that will enhance the teaching of physics, chemistry, biology, and the earth and space sciences.

About the Author vii

Acknowledgments xi

PART ONE Developing Scientific Literacy 1

1 Building a Scientific Vocabulary 3

For the Teacher 3

1.1 Biology Vocabulary 4

1.2 Chemistry Vocabulary 15

1.3 Physics Vocabulary 24

1.4 Earth and Space Science Vocabulary 28

Answers to Chapter Activities 33

2 Developing Science Reading Skills 35

For the Teacher 35

2.1 Science Reading Comprehension: Cloze 38

2.2 Science Reading Comprehension: Jigsaw 39

2.3 Science Vocabulary in Spanish and English 39

2.4 Scientific Terminology: Linking Languages 41

Answers to Chapter Activities 42

3 Developing Science Writing Skills 45

For the Teacher 45

3.1 Science Note Taking 46

3.2 Science Journaling 47

3.3 Science Essay Questions 49

3.4 Types of Science Writing 51

3.5 Science Writing Style 53

Answers to Chapter Activities 57

4 Science, Technology, and Society 58

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