Teachers and student teachers who wish to improve their teaching will find an entirely fresh and effective model offered in Reflective Teacher Development in Primary ScienceThrough case studies of primary science teachers, the author shows that if inquiry and reflection is a central part of the learning process, then the following qualities become manifest in all participants: -- curiousity to learn more and to learn better-- confidence to take the next step in the enquiry process-- courage to seek improvement-- trust in the other people taking part-- attention to significant details about events-- open-mindednessFrom descriptions of their work, the book offers a perspective on the personal qualities and professional contexts for improving the process of development which is critical of significant features of recent approaches to teacher professionalism. It offers insights into abilities needed to transcend the complexities of classroom life, with which teachers could play a pivotal role in the improvement of education.