One way to get students writing during science time is through the use of science notebooks. Now, it is more than just asking students to draw pictures or write sentences about what they are doing. Successful science notebooks happen when the students are engaged in authentic, purposeful writing experiences. Students begin to understand they use their journals just as scientists would in the field: as a place to record ideas, test predictions, and draw detailed sketches.
Here is a handout describing science notebooks Click Here
Here are some sample rubrics you can use to assess science notebooks Click Here
Here are some examples of science notebook structures Click Here
Related Readings on integrating literacy and science:
Winokur, J., Worth, K., & Heller-Winokur, M. (2009). Connecting science and literacy through talk. Science and Children, 47(3), 46-49.
Zales, C. R., & Unger, C. S. (2008). The science and literacy framework. Science and Children, 46(3), 42-45.
Van Meeteren, B. D., & Escalada, L. T. (2010). Science and literacy centers.Science and Children, 47(7), 74-78.
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