"This book by Patrick Brown and Jim Concannon is a significant contribution to helping teachers achieve the vision of current science education reforms. It provides teachers with what they need. Both authors are experienced teachers and the activities provided in the book are all research based and classroom tested." --from the Foreword by Dr. Norman Lederman, Distinguished Professor of Mathematics and Science Education, Illinois Institute of Technology " Evidence-Based Science Activities in Grades 3-5 is for teachers who are struggling to implement the NGSS. To assist elementary teachers, each inquiry activity has extensive background, illustrations, related research and safety concerns that will assist students in learning science. The authors are veteran science educators with extensive interactions with elementary teachers." --Dr.

Lloyd H. Barrow, Professor Emeritus, Science Education, University of Missouri.