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The goal of this book is to provide dynamic activities to help encourage student interest in science, provide quick and easy ideas for teachers, and supplement content available in the classroom.
List of contents
Table of Contents
Preface
Introduction
Chapter 1 Using Food to Teach Science
Pancake Chemistry-Physical and Chemical Changes with CookingEdible Landfill-LandfillsBrown Apples-OxidationPop Rocks and Soda Pop-Chemistry with Carbon DioxideHow Many Ways Do You Taste?-Sense of TasteSecret Food Codes-Writing Messages with FoodDon't Burn the Toast-Types of Heat TransferMostly Cloudy-Types of CloudsBaking Footprints-FossilsIron for Breakfast-Iron in FoodEating the Moon-Phases of the MoonMilky Magic-Chemical Changes with MilkScientific Bubble Gum-Using the Scientific MethodChapter 2 Using Games to Teach Science
Guess the Scientist-Famous ScientistsToss the Globe-Characteristics of EarthBird Beaks-Animal AdaptationsCatch Me if You Can-HabitatsRock Scavenger Hunt with GPS-Types of Rocks
About the author
Dr. S. Kay Gandy was an elementary teacher of 27 years and a university professor of 17 years. She has worked extensively with teachers around the world and authored books on activities to teach social studies and mapping skills.
Harmony Hendrick is an elementary school teacher of 16 years. She served on committees to develop Kentucky Academic Standards and has shared presentations at state and national levels.
Jessica Roberts is an elementary school teacher of 17 years. She has developed teacher resources and shared presentations at state and national levels.
Summary
The goal of this book is to provide dynamic activities to help encourage student interest in science, provide quick and easy ideas for teachers, and supplement content available in the classroom.
