Description: The Essentials of Science and Literacy: A Guide for Teachers Worth, Karen; Winokur, Jeff; Crissman, Sally; Davis, Martha and Heller-Winokur, Martha Product Overview The twenty-first century has brought with it considerable buzz surrounding the
connections between science and literacy. Karen Worth and her colleagues have
been at the center of this discussion for more than a decade, and they share
their very practical ideas and insights.―Lori FultonAuthor of Science
Notebooks: Writing About InquiryThe voice of real teachers is loud and
clear―the centerpiece of this very readable and profoundly helpful book. It
will be extraordinarily helpful for anyone interested in using writing and
talk to enhance the learning in a classroom where students have a direct
experience with science as inquiry.―Harold PrattPast NSTA presidentThe case
for cross-disciplinary collaboration is supported by moving testimonials from
classroom teachers who joined the authors in their quest for a deeper
understanding of the science-literacy connection. A must read for teachers in
either domain.―Peter DowAuthor of Outdoor Inquiries: Taking Science
Investigations Outside the ClassroomEssentials of Science and Literacyprovides
classroom teachers with a wealth of classroom tested and research-based best
practices designed to engage students. It addresses one of the major
shortcomings in many classrooms, providing students with the time and
opportunity to make sense and to communicate their understanding of the
science investigation they are engaged in.―Mike KlentschyAuthor of Scaffolding
Science Inquiry Through Lesson DesignKaren Worth and her colleagues understand
the link between science and literacy connection. Their book is filled with
both practical strategies and thought-provoking ideas that invite you to
explore how the literacy teaching you may already be doing can be used in
science instruction to the benefit of learning and thinking in both
domains.This highly readable and profoundly insightful book has three
straightforward sections:Essentials, from the nature of scientific inquiry to
the importance of teacher questionsTalk, from creating a culture of talk to
gathering ideas and making meaningWriting, from the anatomy of science
notebooks to their implementation and to writing beyond the notebook.A study
guide is also included, making Essentials of Science and Literacy ideal for
book study with your PLC or preservice teachers.Let Essentials of Science and
Literacy inspire you to see the natural fit between your inquiry science
teaching and your balanced literacy instruction. Read more Details Publisher : HEINEMANN; 1st edition (August 5, 2009) Language : English Paperback : 128 pages ISBN-10 : 0325027110 ISBN-13 : 11 Reading age : 5 - 11 years Grade level : Kindergarten - 6 Item Weight : 8 ounces Dimensions : 7.4 x 0.29 x 9.3 inches Best Sellers Rank: #700,477 in Books (See Top 100 in Books) #396 in Science & Technology Teaching Materials #558 in Elementary Education #1,325 in Reading & Phonics Teaching Materials Quality Products This will be shipped securely Returns must be within 30 days - item EXACTLY as it was sent. Must have tracking number. Email us with any issues/questions. Thanks for looking! Fast and Free Shipping Shipping is free for this item. We get your order shipped out and delivered to your doorstep as quickly as possible. Commitment We are committed to making sure that you leave this transaction satisfied. That means having access to real people that get your questions and concerns answered quickly. Give us a shot and we will make sure that you will look to us again!
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ISBN: 0325027110
ISBN10: 0325027110
ISBN13: 9780325027111
EAN: 9780325027111
MPN: does not apply
Brand: Heinemann Educational Books
GTIN: 09780325027111
Item Length: 9.3 in
Item Height: 0.3 in
Item Width: 7.4 in
Author: Martha Heller-Winokur, Karen Worth, Martha Davis, Sally Crissman, Jeff Winokur
Publication Name: Essentials of Science and Literacy : a Guide for Teachers
Format: Trade Paperback
Language: English
Subject: Teaching Methods & Materials / Reading & Phonics, Teaching Methods & Materials / Science & Technology, Teaching Methods & Materials / Language Arts
Publisher: Heinemann
Publication Year: 2009
Type: Textbook
Subject Area: Education
Item Weight: 8.3 Oz
Number of Pages: 128 Pages
