Dr Birdley Teaches Science: Elements, Compounds and Mixtures

Elements, Compounds and Mixtures, a Dr Birdley Teaches
Science book, explains critical concepts in science using words, images and
characters. It is focused on standards-based learning objectives and makes
science accessible to all learners. It exemplifies good science teaching.
Following the outline provided, teachers help students

1. warm up by assessing
   prior knowledge and developing vocabulary with vocabulary build-up
   exercises


2. learn about a new
   concept with the source cartoon. It explains critical concepts in science
   using words, images and characters


3. apply the new concepts
   in independent practice with hands-on activities, study questions that
   prompt students to explain the concepts in words, puzzles and practice
   problems that link visual and verbal information, background articles that
   expand on the cartoon’s central points, and graphic organisers that help
   students sort and synthesise main ideas


4. assess new learning
   with quizzes and tests that check for understanding of key ideas.

Concepts covered in this
book include:

• Symbols & Formulas


• Compound Coolness


• Subatomic Particles


• Two Types of Mixtures


• All About Elements


• Elements Blocks


• Mendeleev