“The Whelmers website is a tremendous place for simple presentations and demonstrations. Activities are closely aligned with the National Science Education Standards and provide direct links to the Standards from each activity. The teacher is given background material, research, and the objective of the activity.
Each month, there are 20 activities available online. Authored by Steve Jacobs, of Jake’s Attic and Mr. Wizard Studio, each activity provides the materials and the “how-to’s” of the activity. Even the teacher who is unsure of him/herself or is just beginning to go beyond the textbook, will feel comfortable using these activities.
The multiple types of assessment (i.e. individual, small group, etc.) are included, saving instructors tremendous amounts of time. This website is great for teachers trying to broaden their horizons and increase their knowledge in many areas of science. As a 20-year veteran of the classroom, I found activities that I will use. This site should be bookmarked, made available, and promoted to all K-16 science teachers.”
