1. The Elementary Science Classroom Teaching Science vs vs TEACHING SCIENCE

2. The Elementary Science Classroom  Classroom Layout  Traffic flow  Tables vs Desks  Demonstration table  Computer station(s)

3. The Elementary Science Classroom  Storage – Everything has a place...  Clear plastic containers  Inventory of supplies  Labels  Chemicals  Solutions  Containers (bottles & jars)  Plastic ! ! !

4. The Elementary Science Classroom  Student Learning Centers  Single concept  Enrichment Reinforcement  Hands-on  Active learners  HOTS  Process of science (discovery & inquiry)

5. The Elementary Science Classroom  Science Displays  Inform  Enhance & Capture the students natural curiosity  Enrich  Resource Materials  Various agencies  Mailing lists

6. The Elementary Science Classroom  Parental contact  Letter home explaining activity  Needed supplies

7. The Elementary Science Classroom “... Most science classrooms... Lack adequate supplies and equipment.... Such tools, along with reasonable in- service, might make science truly exciting and academically productive.”