Scaffolding science inquiry through lesson design

the long version

"This book helps you see the big picture of a powerful science curriculum as well as the details of daily instruction. Michael Klentschy and Laurie Thompson frame the goals and standards of science education through lesson design. They show how to scaffold your curriculum with science notebooks and classroom discussion. And they illustrate their ideas with annotated student work, sample lesson plans, and lesson-planning templates. You'll find ways to create opportunities for authentic learning, meet content standards, and help students own important ideas."--BOOK JACKET.