A Phenomena-Based Physics, Volume I, Grade 6 - Paperback

by Manfred Von Mackensen (Author)

Science in Waldorf schools is strictly experience-based, designed to show to students phenomena in the natural world and call from them observations and ideas that are new, creative and original. In this book for teaching sixth grade physics, experiments and approaches are explained in detail. The whole concept that underlies phenomena-based physics teaching is made clear, and ideas for ways to present the arenas of Sound, Light, and Heat, to give students a science-based insight into basic human experiences. Ben Franklin would be proud as this approach was his method for discovering and describing the phenomena associated with electricity If you want to learn how lively, thorough, and engaging physics can be, this is the book for you

Author Biography

After many years of Waldorf science teaching in elementary grades and high school, Manfred von Makensen developed skilled techniques for preparing teachers for science teaching. He has written books about Waldorf science teaching and his passing in 2015 marked a significant loss for the Waldorf school movement worldwide. Von Mackensen developed a new quality of language for pursuing keen observation as a basis for good scientific comprehension. His work has unlocked creativity for many teachers.