"A Joint Publication."

Includes bibliographical references (pages 179-180) and index.

Take Us Out, Mr. Data -- Think Different -- I've Got a Theory About That -- Elementary, My Dear Watson -- I Must Be a Bit Indirect in This Chapter -- Scientists Do Experiments ... -- We're Counting on You -- Bob the Builder and You -- Learning to Fish.

This witty book adapts classic investigations to help students in grades 3 through 8 truly think and act like scientists. Chapter by chapter, this accessible primer illustrates a "big idea" about the nature of science and offers clear links to the Next Generation Science Standards and its Science and Engineering Practices. You'll also find: A reader-friendly overview of the NGSS; guidance on adapting the activities to your grade level, including communicating instructions, facilitating discussions, and managing safety concerns, and, case studies of working scientists to highlight specifics about the science and engineering practices.-- Designed foremost for grades 3-8 teachers, this accessible, classroom-based primer gently introduces teachers to the Next Generation Science Standards and Engineering Practices and helps teachers better understand and teach key ideas around the Nature of Science.

Text in English.