COMPREHENSIVE SCIENCE
REGULAR/ADVANCED
ENRICHMENT
Teacher’s Note: The generic enrichment strategies below correlate to Howard Gardner’s Theory of Multiple Intelligences. Following the Science Pacing Guides, students should be encouraged to identify a science topic from the curriculum and select from the following instructional strategies to complete an enrichment experience.
Linguistic Intelligence
ð Design a brochure about a specific topic and ask students to share in classroom.
ð Create foldable books on scientific topics/concepts.
ð Create crossword puzzles/ word searches using vocabulary words from chapter(s) as a review activity.
ð Do oral reports/presentations on a variety of current research topics.
ð Design PowerPoint presentations on a variety of topics and share in classroom.
ð Create poems using scientific vocabulary or themes.
ð Write creative short stories incorporating scientific ideas.
ð Deliver an informative speech on a famous scientist/discovery/inventor.
ð Conduct projects that require specifying a problem, designing an experiment, analyzing data and reporting results/solutions.
ð Write essays on a variety of topics.
ð Write a newspaper article about a topic of interest.
ð Write diary entries as if you were a famous historical figure describing your role in a famous scientific discovery.
ð Create study guides/questions for chapter review.
ð Write a letter to the editor about a current issue/topic and take sides.
ð Create a scrapbook documenting a famous scientific event/discovery.
Logical-mathematical Intelligence
ð Design concept maps/webs/graphic organizers on topics dealing with Life Science, Earth and Space Science, and Physical Science to present to others.
ð Develop scientific/mathematical models for a complex situation.
ð Create flowcharts/charts/time lines on scientific discoveries.
ð Conduct Internet research and outlines on Life Science, Earth and Space Science, and Physical Science topics.
ð Design scale drawings of science concepts.
ð Create trivia games that others can play.
ð Develop crossword and other puzzles for classmates to solve.
ð Write a how-to book on a specific science concept.
ð Diagram procedures of an experiment.
ð Conduct research and laboratory experiments to investigate concepts.
ð Categorize facts and information.
ð Compose analogies.
Spatial Intelligence
ð Create cartoons/comic strips/comic books that illustrate a scientific concept/idea in sequential order.
ð Construct scale drawings/collages/mosaics/murals to demonstrate understanding of science concepts.
ð Make illustrated booklets on a variety of scientific topics.
ð Design maps and graphs to illustrate data.
ð Design picture postcards/posters to illustrate science concepts.
ð Make an informative video about a scientific concept/idea/theme.
ð Write book reports on scientifically accurate novels.
ð Create drawings of different types of cells in the human body.
ð Create a T-shirt design/logo that represents a specific theme/idea.
ð Create an ABC book/illustrated children’s book that demonstrates understanding of science concepts.
ð Make a sculpture of a famous scientist/inventor.
ð Create mnemonic devices from vocabulary words or scientific concepts.
ð Draw or paint a picture, poster, chart, or sketch representing science concepts learned.
ð Make a three-dimensional model of a science concept learned.
ð Sketch an illustration of how historic scientific figures might have changed events.
ð Take photographs or video to create a pictorial report.
ð Construct props and costumes to dramatize an event in science.
ð Create Venn diagrams or concept maps to explain information to others.
ð Build a shadow box or diorama display to illustrate science concepts.
Bodily-Kinesthetic Intelligence
ð Perform a skit/play depicting the life/ part of the life of a famous scientist/inventor.
ð Create informational TV Commercials on topics of interest.
ð Dance and explain the science concepts involved in movement.
ð Make a mobile demonstrating a scientific topic such as how traits are inherited.
ð Role-play science concepts and discoveries.
ð Create a dance or movement that explains a science concept.
ð Take a fieldtrip to further explore a science concept.
ð Act out vocabulary words or a sequence of events.
ð Construct projects and make diagrams and/or models of science concepts.
ð Perform charades of key science vocabulary and concepts.
Musical Intelligence
ð Perform songs/raps to help review vocabulary or scientific concepts.
ð Make a slide show dealing with a scientific concept/idea.
ð Write an original song, rap, jingle, or cheer to review important science concepts and/or discoveries.
ð Play instruments and describe the science concepts involved.
ð Compose music that conveys the theme or mood of the science lesson.
ð Create a rhythmic way to remember science concepts.
Interpersonal Intelligence
ð Create Interactive/Review games on scientific concepts/topics.
ð Conduct interviews/email interviews of scientists, engineers, and/or persons working in science fields.
ð Debate a controversial or current scientific issue.
ð Pantomime science concepts as a review activity.
ð Participate in activities, where each person in a group is responsible for specific tasks.
ð Participate in a global collaborative project.
ð Peer tutor a classmate on a science topic.
Intrapersonal Intelligence
ð Perform/write a monologue as if you were a famous scientist/inventor about your discovery/ invention.
ð Write journal entries with personal reflections on science concepts learned.
ð Research scientific topics.
ð Schedule a meeting with a science teacher/scientist to investigate a topic further.
ð Conduct an independent investigation of a scientific concept.
ð Self-assess projects and products and recommend improvements.
Naturalist Intelligence
ð Participate in field trips and nature walks to explore science concepts.
ð Make observations of the natural world; make predictions, and record findings.
ð Record changes or developments of certain scientific and/or engineering discoveries over time.
ð Photograph events in the natural world.
ð Sort, categorize, and classify items in the natural world.
ð Care for plants and animals in an ecosystem and study the interconnectedness of the living and nonliving parts.
ð Forecast and track the weather.
Resources
Learning Style Quiz at Edutopia.org - http://www.edutopia.org/multiple-intelligences-learning-styles-quiz?gclid=CLPvwd_-0psCFRKAxgodKGOomw
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Adapted from: Coil, C. (2004) Standards-based Activities and Assessments for the Differentiated Classroom. Pieces of Learning.