Primary Science: Knowledge and Understanding (Achieving QTS)

by Debbie Wright (Author), Graham A Peacock (Author), Rob Johnsey (Author), John Sharp (Author), Debbie Wright (Author), Graham A Peacock (Author)

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  Paperback
  2000

  $3.25

  This course book has been written specifically to help trainee primary teachers develop their science subject knowledge. It addresses the subject knowledge requirements for primary science as set out in the Professional Standards for QTS, making clear the links with the pupils' National Curriculum and with the DfES exemplar Scheme of Work for science at Key Stages 1 and 2. Organised around the main areas of scientific knowledge, each chapter includes: self-assessment questions to test understanding of important concepts; research summaries to provide an insight into children's understanding; tasks to reinforce difficult concepts through practical activities.

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  Paperback
  2009

  $3.25

  The essential subject knowledge text for primary science. Secure subject knowledge and understanding is the foundation of confident, creative and effective teaching. The 5th edition of this popular text has a number of new features including a new self assessment section and M level extension boxes to provide further challenge in all chapters. References to the 2007 QTS Standards and the Early Years Foundation Stage are also included. With full coverage of the science curriculum, and updated research summaries reflecting the latest thinking, this text is written to help trainee primary teachers develop and consolidate their knowledge of science.