Activities for teaching science as inquiry

Section 1. Teaching Inquiry Science Activities

When Scientists and Students Inquire

Phases of Inquiry Instruction: The 5-E Model

Characteristics of Inquiry Classrooms

About the Science Activities in This Book

Using the Science Activities in This Book

Getting Started with Inquiry Science

Section 2. Physical Sciences Activities

Properties of Matter

Motion and Forces

Sound

Temperature and Heat

Light

Magnetism

Electricity

Section 3. Life Science Activities

Characteristics of Organisms

Organisms and Their Environments

Structures and Functions of Human Systems

Section 4. Earth and Space Science Activities

Rocks and Minerals

Atmosphere, Weather, and Climate of the Earth

The Earth's Oceans

Viewing the Sky From Earth.

Appendix A: Safety Suggestions for Elementary and Middle School Inquiry Activities

Appendix B: Measuring Tools, Measuring Skills

Appendix C: Selected Sources of Science Supplies, Models, Living Things, Kits, and Software

Appendix D: Selected Science Education Periodicals for Teachers and Children

Appendix E: Professional Societies for Teachers, Supervisors, and Science Educators

Appenidx F: Contemporary Elementary Science Projects and Programs.