Based on courses run by the authors for trainee and practicing teachers, this book will provide clear and practical guidance for teaching science in the primary classroom. It offers practical examples for use in the classroom and will explain how to turn theory into creative and lively science lessons.

Each chapter will focus on practical day-to-day issues and offer guidance on questioning techniques; planning and assessing learning; the use of role-play in learning; classroom organization and management; and safety. Examples of children′s work are included, case studies and different aspects of science are covered in each chapter. The emphasis is on providing the reader with ideas for interesting lessons and enjoyable classroom activities.

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Hellen Ward is actively involved in science education, working as a Principal lecturer at Canterbury Christ Church University and with teachers in a number of Local Authorities. Hellen has written several books and a number of other publications, and has developed teaching resources and teaching materials to support the teaching and learning of science. She has also contributed to science television programmes, website and teaching resources for the BBC Hellen is faculty Director for STEM at Christ Church and is also an independent education consultant. Hellen is an active member of the Association for Science Education (ASE). and a regular contributor to both national and regional conferences. She is also a member of the Association for Achievement and Improvement through Assessment (AIAA) and has published materials on assessment. Hellen is a hub leader for the Primary Science Quality Mark working with teachers across the kent and Medway region.

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.

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