Primary Science: Knowledge and Understanding

Primary Science: Knowledge and Understanding by Graham Peacock is a comprehensive resource published by SAGE Publications on July 6, 2012. This sixth edition spans 224 pages and is designed to enhance the subject knowledge and understanding necessary for effective teaching in primary science. It includes interactive tasks and a self-assessment section, enabling trainees to gauge their knowledge levels while providing M level extension boxes for additional challenges throughout the chapters.

Readers will find that this text covers the full science curriculum and incorporates updated research summaries that reflect contemporary educational thinking. It aims to support trainee primary teachers in developing and consolidating their understanding of science, with detailed links to the 2012 Teachers’ Standards. This edition serves as a foundational tool for those pursuing a career in education, particularly in the fields of teaching and science and technology.