Resources
- American Association for the Advancement of Science . 1993 . Project 2061: The benchmarks for science literacy , Washington , D.C. : American Association for the Advancement of Science . Both this and the National Science Education Standards detail what students should know and be able to do at various ages in order to develop into citizens who are more scientifically literate and able to vote knowledgeably on scientifically related issues
- Chaille , C. and Britain , L. 1991 . Young child as scientist: A constructivist approach to early childhood science education , New York : HarperCollins . Explains how teachers can use students' understanding, creativity, and curiosity to investigate questions relating to nature
- Lewis , B. 1991 . The kids guide to social action , Minneapolis , MN : Free Spirit . (1/800/735–7323; 400 First Ave. North, Suite 616, Minneapolis, MN 55401–1724.) Includes survey forms and methods for getting students involved in local community issues
- Miller , G. T. 1994 . Living in the environment , Belmont , Calif. : International Thomson . Provides scientific facts related to the concepts of environmental education
- National Research Council . 1995 . The national science education standards , Washington , D.C. : National Research Council . See Benchmarks
- Wisconsin Fast Plants , Carolina Biological Supply Co. . 2700 York Rd., Burlington, NC 27215. These plants go from seed to flower in a very short time and are thus very useful for teachers who must conduct investigations in a limited time frame