Call for Papers
Science & Children (PreK-5)
Write for our award-winning journal
Enhance preschool and elementary science teaching with your experience.
Upcoming Themes
Don’t see a theme that fits your idea? Don’t let that stop you from writing! We always make room for good manuscripts on any elementary science topic.
Submit Your Manuscript
Please read our manuscript guidelines before submitting your manuscript. Manuscripts should be submitted electronically; once online, follow the steps for New Author Registration.
Your 2000-word manuscript should describe a set of connected lessons or investigations that build an idea or content area
Include assessments (pre-, post- and formative) as well as enough detail that another teacher could replicate the lessons in the classroom
Examples of student work are encouraged
Questions?
Contact managing editor Valynda Mayes at vmayes@nsta.org.
Not ready to pen a feature article?
Consider writing a column. These shorter, focused pieces are the perfect way to share your experiences with the wider elementary science community.
Questions?
If you have any questions about the submission process, please contact the Science and Children editor by email.
Valynda Mayes, Managing Editor