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Feature of the Week: Science Exploration, by Ann Dillon

Every morning on my way to work I listen to National Public Radio (NPR). During the broadcast, there is a section dedicated to science. The commentator made an intriguing statement, "Science is life; it's all around you including you…." I wonder if our students realize that as well. On the other hand, do students view science as subject matter that is only relative to their lives in school? I would hope students believe and understand that science is everywhere. To help them believe in science, the sites mentioned below support the following proposals:

Keep asking questions and be inquisitive.

Make science an authentic learning experience.
- NPR informative: http://stardate.utexas.edu/ or www.npr.org/programs/sfkids/ (Science Friday's for Kids)

To further help motivate learners and relate science to their everyday lives, check out the following links:
- Solar System - www.lalc.k12.ca.us/laep/smart/sunrise/sunhome.html
- Odyssey of the Mind Activities @ http://www.odysseyofthemind.com
- Nature Island Carolina Coastal Science Station www.ncsu.edu/coast/index.html
- Jason Project www.jasonproject.org
- Understanding and applying science:
- http://www.lhs.berkeley.edu/equals
- Phone #(510) 643-6525.
- Backyard science projects to do with children: www.familyplay.com/activities/actBackyard.html
- Still not enough…. A one-stop location for terrific links: www.familyplay.com/advice/surfmonkey.e1104science.html

Keep in mind that science is all around your family. We can live science every day if we are open to the possibilities!

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