Science in the elementary school

Frequency, Duration, and Time Devoted to Elementary Science Instruction and the Association with Science Achievement and Science Interest

“…Capitalizing on the natural curiosity and interest of children, the elementary school classroom is the best place not only to teach children about science, but also to introduce them to the process of doing science (Bingham, 1962). Researchers have continued to echo this call for the introduction of science as early as possible (Rillero, 2005;French, 2004;Gould, Weeks, & Evans, 2003;Kokoski & Downing-Leffler, 1995).…”

“…Bingham (1962) clearly articulates that if the United States educational system is to produce scientifically literate citizens as well as successful and productive scientists, this venture must start in the elementary school classroom.…”