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Description:

Uses the theory of Multiple Intelligences to explore science themes within the classroom.

Seasons and Weather - design of measuring instruments, the investigation of human responses to weather (such as building design) and seasons (such as seasonal sport) and the impact that weather has on our environment.

Water Science - introduces some of the structural properties of water and includes hands-on tasks to explain concepts such as saturation. Students are required to research the water cycle, and consider water-wise actions that can be carried out in the community.

Multiple Intelligence (MI) areas are used to provide a means by which students can explore the topics in a variety of contexts. MI enables students to draw on their strengths and focus on learning styles that they can easily master. Each activity is designed to enrich students. understanding of the topic, allowing them to express their knowledge in a range of ways.

Based on science outcomes with integrated links, activity sheets have been developed for each area of intelligence. These pages can be photocopied and given to students as one sheet, or pasted on cards and placed in a learning centre set-up, where students can select their own cards. Another advantage of having activities organised under various intelligences is that a cross-curricular program has been developed where students can explore science themes through activities that incorporate other learning areas such as Technology, Math, English, Social Studies, Health and the Arts.

"Extra" activities included on each card enable independent or advanced workers to further explore and deepen their understanding of the main task. Get Involved is a section provided on each card that encourages students to apply their understanding in a real-life setting. The aim here is to promote community awareness and environmental action. These Get Involved tasks often require students to work together and consider the actions of themselves and others in school, home and community settings.

Background notes for each topic provide a knowledge base and can be used by students as a springboard for further research.

A checklist is provided as a guide for teacher assessment and a student self-assessment sheet is included so that students can progress through the activity cards independently.