From Snorkelers to Scuba Divers in the Elementary Science Classroom

From Snorkelers to Scuba Divers in the Elementary Science Classroom: Strategies and Lessons That Move Students Toward Deeper Learning
By John Almarode and Ann M. Miller.
Inspire a deep and lasting love of science in young students
With so much attention paid to student performance in science, it is imperative for teacher to foster prolonged interest and deep conceptual understanding from an early age. From Snorkelers to Scuba Divers combines the latest findings in the science of learning with student and teacher-tested techniques to provide the framework for encouraging young learners to shed their snorkels and plunge into the world of science. Readers will find:

Evidence-based, research-driven strategies that encourage both deep thinking and conceptual understanding
Classroom examples that demonstrate each aspect of the standards-based instructional framework in action
Professional development tasks that provide teachers with support in implementing strategies for students at all levels, from surface to deep