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Science Projects in Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency: A Guide for Elementary and Secondary School Teachers
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Science on a Shoestring.
2nd ed. Kara Strongin and Gloria Strongin. Menlo Park, Calif.: Addison-Wesley, 1991.
Recommended grade level:
K-8. This second edition of Science on a Shoestring includes 62 investigations grouped under 3 themes--matter, change, and energy. Students investigate how matter behaves, interacts, and how it can change; they become aware of the changes occurring in themselves and in their environment; and they become more aware of the effects of gravity, magnetism, electricity, sound, and light upon them and their environment. Most investigations may be introduced without regard to sequence.
Each lesson in Science on a Shoestring includes a suggested grade level; a list of required materials (all inexpensive and easily obtainable); a short vocabulary list; a brief overview of the activity, including an explanation of the concepts involved; and step-by-step procedures for conducting the activity. Most lessons offer ideas for home investigations, and questions for discussion and/or evaluation. A master list of materials is included.
Price:
Teacher's guide (ISBN 0-201-25760-2), $18.95.
Publisher/supplier:
Addison-Wesley/Longman.
Materials:
Available locally, or from commercial suppliers.
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