172 pages
228 x 145mm
ISBN-10: 1 85856 017 9
ISBN-13: 978 185856 017 5
Published 1997

This book examines the reality of science in primary classrooms. It offers a balanced comparison of models, content and approaches and stresses the importance to children of global issues such as environment, health and energy.

Through an extended case study, the book raises questions of current concern and suggests solutions which take account of the need for equality and justice in science opportunities. The book encourages teachers to accept their own tentative ideas and to refine these as a means of professional development.

Alan Peacock lectures in Primary Science at the University of Exeter School of Education


Other Titles in the Series already Available:
Opportunities for Mathematics in the primary school
Opportunities for English in the primary school