Primary Science for Trainee Teachers / Edition 1

by Judith Roden, James Archer

Overview

With chapter sequencing following the new Curriculum, this book supports trainee teachers to make use of the opportunities presented in the National Curriculum for effective and engaging Primary Science teaching.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781446296561
Publisher:	SAGE Publications
Publication date:	10/11/2014
Pages:	264
Product dimensions:	6.60(w) x 9.60(h) x 0.60(d)

About the Author

Judith Roden is an experienced teacher of science in all phases of education. She was a Principal Lecturer working in the Faculty of Education, Canterbury Christ Church University, where she undertook the role of crossphase science team leader, managing a large team of science tutors. She has written a number of science books including the Reflective Reader in Primary Science Education, co-wrote Extending Knowledge in Practice as well a number of books, articles and chapters in respected science books. Judith now works part time for Teach First Kent and Medway.

Table of Contents

Working scientifically
Plants
Animals, including humans: the parts of the body, the senses, teeth, nutrition and the digestive system
Animals including humans: growth, reproduction and the circulatory system
Variety of life: the characteristics of living things, variation and classification
Habitats
Everyday materials: their uses, properties and changes for materials
Forces
Earth, space and rocks
Light, sound and electricity