Girl-Centred Chemistry and Physics in the Junior/Intermediate Elementary Years
Girl-Centred Chemistry and Physics in the Junior/Intermediate Elementary Years
Research indicates that there are significant differences in girls’ and boys’ brains that affect their learning, and which suggest that teachers need to adopt different strategies when teaching girls and boys. This article explains what we know about these differences, provides practical examples of “girl-centred” pedagogy, and offers an activity, entitled Label Detectives, to undertake with female students. By Beth Alexander.
Label Detectives
The accompanying activity for the article above.
Lunch with Leaders: Julie Payette and the NASA Crew
A personal account of the author’s attendance at a lecture given by NASA astronauts, and his thoughts on the day. By Stan Taylor.
Are Hand Sanitizers Dangerous in a Primary Classroom?
Hand sanitizers are fast and accessible, but are we using them safely and properly? This topic is investigated from a safety point of view. By Josh Veliz, on behalf of the STAO Safety Committee.
Environmental Education AQ course
I participated in the Environmental Education AQ course at the Canadian Ecology Centre because although I am passionate about the environment, I felt disconnected from it. I wanted an opportunity to spend time outdoors with other likeminded teachers so that I could learn further ways to integrate environmental science into the classroom. By Ann DeAgazio.
Dancing Salmon
This craft activity was used as part of a larger unit on the life cycle of the salmon and the importance of maintaining a clean environment for their survival, as well as for our own. By Jamie Milroy.
Science Demonstration: Sound Rings
This demonstration will show the properties of sound in the form of a sound ring. Geared to Grade 4. By Jessie Lloyd.
Careers in Science: Christina Sharma, Founder of Project CHIRP!
Project CHIRP! is an organization that wants to help residents create a song bird habitat in their own backyards. The author interviewed its founder to learn about her passion. By Stan Taylor.
STAO Hot Book Review – Electric Mischief: Battery-powered Gadgets Kids Can Build
This book combines the silly and the innovative – and appeals to the craft enthusiast and the hobbyist alike. Eight main electricity projects are featured, each requiring a varying level of hands-on know how. A great resource for teachers and parents alike. By Leila Knetsch.
STAO Hot Resource Review: Solids, Liquids and Gases
This resource is on the top of the reviewers “must buy” list, for the ease of explanations, the vivid colours and illustrations, and for making experiments relevant for students between ages 6 and 16. By Leila Knetsch.
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President's Message
Meet more fascinating members of the STAO/APSO Board of Directors and learn what they are doing for you in STAO! By Gerrie Storr.
Calendar of events
The latest goings-on in the science education world, plus some exciting news from a Canadian explorer!
Settlers and Soil
This cross-curricular activity explores questions such as why is soil important, what role it plays in the life cycle, does our waste consumption have an effect on our soil, and can we change the effect we have on our environment?, among others. Continuation from last issue. By Tanya Pulfer and Brandee Head.
Conservation of Endangered Animals
This culminating activity has students choosing an endangered animal to research. They will then submit a written report providing information about the endangered animal’s habitat and to suggest ways in which humans can help with the conservation of that animal. By Joanne Kelly Lau.
Paper Clip Drop
This activity is used to help demonstrate the relationship between surface tension and particle theory. By Sasha Dipnarine.
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