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Introduction |
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Chapter 1 Inquiring Minds Want to Know |
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What are the main elements of inquiry-based instruction? |
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How do we select appropriate materials for children in science? |
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Chapter 3 Eggs in the Roses |
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How do we give children opportunities to explore science for themselves? |
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Chapter 4 Physics in the Breezeway |
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How can we help children conduct a simple investigation? |
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How can we ask children effective questions in science? |
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How can we use visual representations and models to support student learning? |
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How do we adjust science instruction based on student learning? |
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Chapter 8 Making a List, Checking It Twice |
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How can we support children in representing data in developmentally appropriate ways? |
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Chapter 9 Baby Bird Birthday |
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How can we encourage children to communicate their scientific ideas in multiple ways? |
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Chapter 10 Shake, Rattle, and Roll |
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How can we make science relevant to the lives of young children? |
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How can we accumulate meaningful resources for our science instruction? |
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Chapter 12 Playing with Fire |
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How can we ensure safety for all children during science instruction? |
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Chapter 13 Swimming in the Deep End |
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How can we meet the needs of all students in science instruction? |
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Chapter 14 When the Train Derails |
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How do we respond to unexpected challenges during science instruction? |
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Chapter 15 Creepy-Crawlies |
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How can we model positive attitudes about science for children? |
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Chapter 16 On the Road Again |
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How can we maximize the learning potential of field trips in science? |
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Chapter 17 Flying Monkeys |
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How do we capture teachable science moments? |
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Appendix A 4Ex2 Instructional Planning Tool |
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Appendix B Formative Assessment Examples |
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Appendix C Sample Inquiry Lesson for Life Science |
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Appendix D Sample Inquiry Lesson for Physical Science |
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Appendix E Sample Inquiry Lesson for Earth Science |
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Appendix F Inquiry-Based Instruction Self-Assessment |
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Appendix G Sample Science Contracts |
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References |
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Index |
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