Reading science stories is important for comprehension and extracting information. It helps us understand the world around us.
According to a study by James Kim at the Harvard Graduate School of Education, building background knowledge in science improves reading comprehension. Science stories make key aspects of the nature and process of science explicit within the context of a particular scientific investigation or episode in the history of science. They can help students understand the key traits that make science science.
Assigning students to read a science story and report back what the story highlights about the nature and process of science can help them reflect on whether and how their understanding of how science works changed through reading or watching the science story.
In addition, storytelling is an important aspect of science. A successful narrative relies on a consideration of time and place, and the reader wants to know where and when something is happening. By incorporating storytelling into science, we can make it more accessible and engaging for everyone.
The "Stories" dropdown menu will give you access to stories on different topics. Enjoy!
