No-cost, easy-to-use activities teach physical science and develop scientific thinking Developing Critical Thinking through Science presents standards-based, hands-on, minds-on activities that help students learn basic physical science principles and the scientific method of investigation. Each activity is a 10- to 30-minute guided experiment in which students are prompted to verbalize their step-by-step observations, predictions, and conclusions. Reproducible pictures or charts are included when needed, but the focus is inquiry-based, hands-on science. Preparation time is short, and most materials can be found around the home. Step-by-step procedures, questions, answer guidelines, and clear illustrations are provided. Practical applications at the end of each activity relate science concepts to real-life experiences. Grades 4-8.
I use this with my kindergarten and 3rd grader. We really like it. It really makes them think and is totally hands on. Activity one, we looked at a picture in the book. Then we made a list about what we saw in the picture like what the person was wearing, she's happy, she's pretty, etc. Then we classified our statements into three categories: observations, inferences, and opinions. Once prompted, my 5 year old caught on. This really makes them use their brains! You will love it, too.
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