My colleague Sean Cavanagh, who covers math and science here at Education Week, recently wrote an article about science labs in elementary schools. According to the story, although science standards ...

Fourth grade science can be so much more than reading from a textbook—it’s about discovery, creativity, and making connections to the real world. From NGSS-aligned lesson plans to cross-curricular ...

Baking bread is about more than mixing ingredients, kneading dough, and cooking at the right temperature—it's about math, science, and reading, too.?? That was the lesson fourth-graders learned last ...

From how we cook and store food to what tastes good, the kitchen is all about CHEMISTRY! Grab your lab coat and put on an apron in this fun week of some of our favorite food-based experiments! You’ll ...

Many elementary students are on a “starvation diet of thin and infrequent science instruction,” according to a new report from Change the Equation. More than half of 4th graders spend less than three ...

Lincoln University students got a chance to work with local elementary students in preparation for leading their own classrooms one day. Through the River Reporters project with local Thorpe Gordon ...

McKinley Elementary School in Elkins Park held their very first Science Fair Thursday. The 4th graders showcased their projects for the entire school, and many of them were pretty impressive. One ...

From glowing bubbles to crystal gardens, 4th grade science can be a thrilling adventure when kids get to experiment with their own hands. These activities blend fun with real scientific principles, ...