How About Science
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Quincy, Washington, United States
About the store
How About Science? is managed and created by me, David Howe. I've been teaching science to kids, K through college, for over three decades. In the 1990's I was known as "Commander Dave" on a televised science program designed for elementary and middle school students called "Young Astronauts." I have taught science courses in the public schools for over thirty years, have developed over a dozen different science and engineering summer camp programs for elementary kids, and was the elementary and secondary science methods instructor at Gonzaga University for several years. For more information about me and some of the science resources I have created, please go to http://www.howaboutscience.com/about.
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Physical Science: Pure Substances vs. Mixtures
This lesson is an introduction to pure substances and mixtures, and is part of a five-lesson series on Structure and Properties of Matter (click for bundle). This lesson supports MS-PS1 (Structure and Properties of Matter) of the NGSS. The handout and included answer key work together with videos and links found at Pure Substances vs. Mixtures on the How About Science? website. Here are some things you will like about “How About Science?” activities!∙ NO PREP (other than making copies
7th - 10th
Physical Science, Science
Physical Science: Chemistry
This lesson is an introduction to atoms, molecules, chemicals and chemical reactions, and is part of a five-lesson series on Structure and Properties of Matter (click for bundle). This lesson supports MS-PS1 (Structure and Properties of Matter) of the NGSS. The handout and included answer key work together with videos and links found at Chemistry on the How About Science? website. Here are some things you will like about “How About Science?” activities!∙ NO PREP (other than making copi
5th - 10th
Physical Science, Science
Physical Science: Structure and Properties of Matter
Lessons in the Structure and Properties of Matter unit are part of a larger unit on Physical Sciences (click for bundle) or they can be purchased individually. This unit includes lessons on Chemistry, The Periodic Table, States of Matter, Mixtures vs. Pure Substances, and Measuring Matter, supporting MS-PS1 (Structure and Properties of Matter) of the NGSS. Here are some things you will like about “How About Science?” activities!∙ NO PREP (other than making copies)∙ STANDARDS-BASED∙ EXCELLEN
6th - 10th
Physical Science, Science
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About the store
Experience
How About Science? is managed and created by me, David Howe. I've been teaching science to kids, K through college, for over three decades. In the 1990's I was known as "Commander Dave" on a televised science program designed for elementary and middle school students called "Young Astronauts." I have taught science courses in the public schools for over thirty years, have developed over a dozen different science and engineering summer camp programs for elementary kids, and was the elementary and secondary science methods instructor at Gonzaga University for several years. For more information about me and some of the science resources I have created, please go to http://www.howaboutscience.com/about.
Teaching style
Science is about asking questions, collecting evidence and drawing conclusions. So, the activities I use all revolve around that idea. Learning about scientific topics is so much more engaging when they are framed as part of an investigation. The 5 E's, engage, explore, explain, elaborate and evaluate are infused into every lesson I teach.
Awards & shining teacher moments
In 1991, I was chosen to be the on-air instructor for a series of televised science programs, which were broadcast to students across the country. I spoke to my students live on-air via telephone and was able to visit them on many occasions. Some were located in remote areas of Alaska and I arrived there via a combination of bush plane and dogsled. I worked extensively with scientists and engineers from NASA to put together programs that highlighted the latest missions. In addition, I traveled to locations around the world doing workshops and presentations. It was an amazing job! The picture in my store shows my son and I in our flight suits, ready for another mission!
My own education history
I have a BS in Fisheries and Wildlife Biology from the University of Missouri, a BS in Biology from Washington State University and an MA in Science Education from Pacific Lutheran University.
Additional biographical information
After teaching science on so many different levels and for so many years, I would love to be able to continue contributing by providing support for parents and teachers in any way I can. Teaching science is a challenging, but rewarding endeavor. It helps immeasurably if you have great resources at your disposal. The howaboutscience website, as well as the activities I offer on TPT, are my way of making it all a bit easier.
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