The essential subject knowledge text for primary science.  Secure subject knowledge and understanding is the foundation of confident, creative and effective teaching. This comprehensive text includes interactive tasks, a self assessment section to allow trainees to better understand their level of knowledge and M level extension boxes to provide further challenge in all chapters. This 7th edition:

 - has been updated in line with the new primary science curriculum

 - includes a new chapter on 'Thinking Scientifically'

 - offers comprehensive coverage and research summaries reflecting the latest thinking.



This highly recommended text helps trainee primary teachers develop and consolidate their knowledge of science.