Language and Literacy in Inquiry-Based Science Classrooms, Grades 3-8

Research has long supported the positive effects of integrating literacy practices into the science curriculum; now this helpful and timely resource offers science educators effective strategies that they can implement immediately. Teachers of students aged 8 to 14 will find innovative ideas-aligned with national science education standards-for incorporating language analysis and science literature into inquiry-based science classrooms. Included are activities as well as sample lessons to help students:- Read and comprehend science texts - Find related resources to explore particular interests - Build their science vocabulary - Write to learn science concepts.This volume is valuable for teachers, leaders of professional development workshops, institutes, topical seminars in science and literacy, science and reading methods courses and study groups.