Early Explorations in Science (Exploring Primary Science and Technology Series) - Hardcover

Johnston, Jane

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0335195415 ISBN 13: 9780335195411

Publisher: Open Univ Pr

Synopsis

Book by Johnston, Jane

About this title

About the Author

Jane Johnston is a senior lecturer in primary science education at the Nottingham Trent University, where she is involved in primary initial teacher training and in-service science education. Formerly she was a primary classroom practitioner, working with children from 5 to 11 years of age. She has a particular interest in the development of scientific attitudes and their effect on the development of scientific skills and concepts.

Review

"Jane Johnston also communicates a sense of effervescent enthusiasm for teaching and science and her treatment is comprehensive." - Times Educational Supplement "The ideas and recommendations, based on considerable classroom experience, make this book a valuable aid to students and reflective years' practitioners." - Primary Science Review "...a useful addition to the bookshelves of teachers." - Australian Science Teachers Journal "At last! A serious attempt to explore the scientific potential of infant and pre-school children...will start you thinking about science in a much more positive light." - Child Education "This 'user friendly' book is recommended for student teachers, teachers, and parents who are interested in interesting, rewarding and challenging lessons for children in science and technology education." - Science and Children

Edition details

• Publisher: Open Univ Pr
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0335195415
• ISBN 13: 9780335195411
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 166