Ph-ocusing on Photosynthesis In and Out of the Garden
Francine C. Coss
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Science is a highly neglected subject in the elementary grades. Most elementary students are steered toward less complex topics than those discussed in science class. This could be due to the lack of appropriate resources or curriculum available to elementary students. However, it could also be due to the lack of personal understanding and comprehension of science topics experienced by the classroom teachers. I find it extremely necessary to fill this void of science resources for elementary students and for elementary level teachers. Through participation in 'The Chemistry of Photosynthesis' seminar I will pave an avenue of resources and age/grade level appropriate curriculum that will increase awareness of problems, solutions and general information regarding photosynthesis. I also expect to encourage the study of sciences simply through exposing other teachers and students to the activities and experiments conducted in my own classroom.
