After-School Science Plus
Author | : Linda Colón |
Publisher | : Educational Equity Concepts |
Total Pages | : |
Release | : 2000 |
ISBN-10 | : 0931629209 |
ISBN-13 | : 9780931629204 |
Rating | : 4/5 (09 Downloads) |
Book excerpt: This two-volume set, Planning Guide & Activity Guide, provides the tools for implementing inquiry-based science that meet the National Science Standards in after-school settings. The Planning Guide, for administrators, has sections on staff development, family outreach materials in English & Spanish resources. The Activity Guide, for group leaders consists of 11 hands-on, step-by-step activities, career & role model materials, print & web site resources, family letters in English & Spanish & much more. Facilitate fun, hands-on, physical science activities. Dispel stereotypes about girls/women in science. Create opportunities for students to see science as part of their daily lives. Involve parents/family members in science activities. Reinforce literacy skills. Provide information on career options & diverse role models. Create an environment that says, "Science is for everyone." Costs: 2-Vol. Set $49.95, Planning Guide $24.95, Activity Guide $29.95 (5 or more @ $22.00ea.) Add 15% ; postage/handling. Visit our website for other science titles, e.g.: Playtime is Science: An Equity-Based Parent/Child Science Program, for children with & without disabilities, K-3 grade. Educational Equity Concepts, Inc., 100 Fifth Avenue, 2nd Fl., NY, NY 10011. (212) 243-1110. www.edequity.org.