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Teaching science in the primary classroom : a practical guide

Hellen Ward (Author), Judith Roden (Author), Claire Hewlett (Author), Julie Foreman (Author)
Based on courses run by the authors for trainee and practising teachers, this book provides clear and practical guidance for teaching science in the primary classroom. It offers practical examples for use in the classroom and explains how to turn theory into creative and lively science lessons. Each chapter is focused on practical day-to-day issues and offers guidance on questioning techniques; planning and assessing learning; the use of role-play in learning; classroom organization and management; and safety. Examples of children's work are included, case studies and different aspects of science are covered in each chapter. The emphasis is on providing the reader with ideas for interesting lessons and enjoyable classroom activities. This book will appeal to classroom and student teachers needing a practical guide to teaching primary science

Print Book, English, 2005
Paul Chapman Publishing, London, 2005