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"Many things make a great elementary science program; standards based content (the relevant concepts & processes), inquiry driven instruction, accessible resources, & easy support. The purpose of this web site is to help you learn about science Companion, with free access to our lessons & resources, plus supporting you every step of the way. If you are ready to try science Companion, we are ready to help. "

In this workshop she was presenting an idea to help elementary teachers develop science fair project-a mini-science fair poster. This idea involved the used of a trifolded piece of 11″ x 17″ paper. The teachers were inputting their "required" science fair heading with post-it notes. Revision was a breeze. The teachers learned the importance of brevity with completion. They added graphs and images by gluing their graph to a small post-it. It was all so tidy, so elegant, so inviting, I probably stared a little long, struck dumb by the simplicity of the mini-poster. Once I came to my senses I realized that the mini-poster was my answer-a way to incorporate authentic peer review, formative assessment in my science classes.

Although education research is not new, a gap has persisted between the research being conducted and what teachers are doing in the classroom. To help bridge that gap, the National Association for Research in Science Teaching recently published a virtual issue of the Journal of Research in Science Teaching focused on inquiry in the Science classroom.

Science Books Online lists free Science e-books, textbooks, lecture notes, monographs, and other Science related documents. All texts are available for free reading online, or for downloading in various formats. Select your favorite categories from the menu on the left, or browse the list of recently added books below.

Last week one of my colleagues asked if I knew of "any good websites" for space science lessons. I said of course I did and gave the suggestion to turn on the moon view in Google Earth. This post was prompted by that 90 second conversation. Here are eight (for the eight planets) good resources for space science lessons.

"20 Google Doc Templates for use in Science and Math Classrooms" A nice collection of templates for Google Docs for Math and Science classes.

Welcome to Reeko's Mad Scientist Lab! Your source for free science experiments for parents, teachers, and children of all ages. Kick off your shoes, pull up a chair, make yourself comfortable, Oh yeah. Did we mention that protective goggles are required? As you'll soon find out - nothing is ordinary around here. Be curious, explore (place your cursor over objects and click everywhere), and above all - HAVE FUN because as we all know - science rocks!

Interactive Science Modules FOSS(FULL OPTION Science SYSTEM)Web is the official site for the inquiry-based FOSS Science curriculum. A place for support, resources, and fun activities.

Nice website full of links on how science is being used in the real world.

Welcome to the River City Project. With funding from the National Science Foundation, we have developed an interactive computer simulation for middle grades Science students to learn scientific inquiry and 21st century skills. River City has the look and feel of a videogame but contains content developed from National Science Education Standards, National Educational Technology Standards, and 21st Century Skills.

A boatload of lessons for science K-12. A really great resource for science teachers of all levels.

NBC Learn interviews athletes, coaches, and scientists in this original 16-part series, and unravels the physics, biology, chemistry, and materials engineering behind the Olympic Winter Games. The Science of the Olympic Winter Games is made possible through a partnership with the National Science Foundation.

STEM Unit Plans Explore technology rich units that use project-based approaches to support the Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math Curriculum. Intel believes that young people are the key to solving global challenges. A solid math and Science foundation coupled with skills such as critical thinking, collaboration and problem solving are crucial for their success.

CS Unplugged is a collection of free learning activities that teach Computer Science through engaging games and puzzles that use cards, string, crayons and lots of running around. The activities introduce students to underlying concepts such as binary numbers, algorithms and data compression, separated from the distractions and technical details we usually see with computers. CS Unplugged is suitable for people of all ages, from elementary school to seniors, and from many countries and backgrounds. Unplugged has been used around the world for over twenty years, in classrooms, Science centers, homes, and even for holiday events in a park!

A nice list of educational science games to use in the classroom with students

" The Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) Education Coalition works to support STEM programs for teachers and students at the U. S. Department of Education, the National Science Foundation, and other agencies that offer STEM related programs"

"A 21st-century education revolves around the Internet for everything from collaboration, tools, lessons, and even earning degrees online. If you are looking for ways to integrate online learning into your science class, then take a look at these cool online tools that are just perfect for both teachers and students."

Strategies for Using LiveBinders The following are 5 reasons or strategies for using LiveBinders in your science or math class.

"The Flip camera is great for all types of projects in science and math - at any grade level. Flip cameras are small handheld video cameras that can record 30 or 60 minutes worth of video. They connect to a computer with a USB plug that "flips" out from the side of the camera. The benefits of these cameras include another means for assessing students understanding of concepts beyond worksheets and tests. Besides a teacher's record, the videos provide a digital record for parents and administrators to show a student's successes or areas which need improvement."

"What does it mean to be a successful science or math teacher? The definition of success is an elusive thing and measured in many ways. Merriam-Webster dictionary defines success as - resulting in or gaining a favorable outcome. This, without a doubt, is your and every other teacher's goal for their students."