Understanding Primary Science

Martin W Wenham

ISBN 10: 1848601190 / ISBN 13: 9781848601192

Published by SAGE Publications Ltd, 2009

About this Item

2009. Third. Paperback. Now in its 3rd edition, this book provides a prime resource for for enabling the effective teaching of science at primary level. It now also includes a CD-rom of 200 science investigations for use with young learners of science, to help trainee teachers explore the practical application of the topics covered in the book. Num Pages: 296 pages, black & white tables, figures. BIC Classification: JNLB; JNU; YQS. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 231 x 185 x 18. Weight in Grams: 492. . . . . . Books ship from the US and Ireland.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Understanding Primary Science
• Publisher: SAGE Publications Ltd
• Publication Date: 2009
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1848601190
• ISBN 13: 9781848601192
• Binding: Soft cover
• Edition: 3rd Edition
• Condition: New

About this title

Synopsis

Giving primary teachers the background knowledge they need to plan effective programs of work and answer children′s questions with confidence, the Third Edition of this popular text now also includes a CD containing 200 science investigations, allowing teachers to explore the topics covered in the book with their pupils. The book relates explanations of scientific theories and concepts with children′s everyday experiences, helping teachers and trainees to think about how to present the topics, and includes lots of practical activities. It is also closely linked to the National Curriculum, with new Quick Guides on the CD clearly showing which sections of the book cover each part of each attainment target at Key Stages 1 and 2.

 

About the Author

Martin Wenham originally trained in plant biology and forestry, becoming a teacher in 1967, after four years in full-time research. His teaching experience has included work in secondary, primary and special schools, with pupils of all ages from 5 to 18. Between 1989 and 1998 he was a Lecturer in Primary Education at the University of Leicester, specializing in science and art.