Exam 10: Reading, Writing, and Interdisciplinary Approaches

Some pieces of children's literature can be used with a science lesson or unit because they contain descriptions and conclusions that parallel the topic being studied. What would be the best time to use such literature?

W An elementary science teacher is planning a unit on the water cycle of nature in which students will inquire into how water changes states from solid to liquid to gas and back. In addition to the science, the teacher is including reading, writing, mathematics, and social studies objectives in the unit. What form of curriculum is the teacher implementing?

What is the advantage of using an STS approach in science education?

What is the primary difference between a multidisciplinary curriculum and an integrated curriculum?

W The emphasis in children's science-oriented literature recently has been on non-fiction books rather than fiction. Why is this shift happening?

What should teachers and/or textbook committees look for when selecting a textbook series for elementary science?