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Science Encyclopedia Small-format (Usborne 2015 Edition)
SKU
018008
ISBN
9780794523558
Grade 4-AD
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Charlotte Mason
A methodology based on the work of a 19th century educator who maintained that children learn best from literature (Living Books), not textbooks.
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A methodology based on the Latin Trivium (three stages of learning), including the grammar stage (memorization and facts), logic stage (critical thinking), and rhetoric stage (developing/defending ideas).
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Topics and concepts are repeated from level to level, adding more depth at each pass and connecting with review.
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Focus is on the “why,” often with a unifying concept as well as specific skills; coverage may be broader.
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Description
This book is obviously an Usborne book; it's overloaded with interesting information and tons of color pictures. But it also has something else: internet links. A great deal of science is packed in the book, with even more available online at the many quality websites chosen by Usborne. More than 1,000 internet links and 180 QR links are included. Perform more than 120 experiments and activities, and see video clips, diagrams, pictures, and other helpful online highlights. Sites allow you to see video clips of animals, hear animal sounds, build your own roller coaster, dissect a virtual frog, relive the story of landing on the moon complete with sounds, images, and slideshows, and so much more. All of science is covered in this book: physics, chemistry, biology, information technology, earth sciences, astronomy, anatomy, zoology, and Earth conservation. A wonderful resource even for those without online access. This book is available in two sizes (with identical content).The small-format paperback version measures 7 1/2" x 9 1/2". The large-format hardcover version measures 8 3/4" W x 11" H. 448 pgs. ~ Stephanie
Publisher's Description of Science Encyclopedia Small-format (Usborne 2015 Edition)
You will find the whole field of science from physics, chemistry, biology, information technology, Earth sciences and astronomy to new fields such a genetic engineering, nanotechnology, telecommunications and the preservation of planet Earth including: Clear explanations of over 2,500 scientific terms -- Over 1,500 illustrations and diagrams -- Over 140 experiments, activities and observations to carry out -- A quick reference dictionary defining over 1,500 scientific terms -- Test-yourself revision aids. This combined volume includes: Energy, Forces & Motion, Earth and Space, Human Body, Materials, Mixtures & Compounds, World of Plants, Animal World, and Light, Sound & Electricity.
Category Description for Science Chunks Year A
Covers plants. Gregor Mendel, biomes, atoms and molecules, and light and sound.
Books scheduled for Younger Students (gr. 1-3) include:Biology: Life as We Know It (Basher Science), DK Children's Encyclopedia, and Chemistry: Getting A Big Reaction (Basher Science).
Scheduled books for Older Students (gr. 4-6) include: Usborne Science Encyclopedia (choose hardcover or softcover), Kingfisher Science Encyclopedia, and the DK Smithsonian Super Earth Encyclopedia.
All students will read: George Mendel: The Friar Who Grew Peas
Details
| Product Format: | Softcover Book |
|---|---|
| Grades: | 4-AD |
| Brand: | Usborne |
| ISBN: | 9780794523558 |
| Length in Inches: | 9.4375 |
| Width in Inches: | 7.5 |
| Height in Inches: | 1.1875 |
| Weight in Pounds: | 3.1 |
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Reviews
3 Ratings
3 Reviews
Rated 4 out of 5
Sep 4, 2021
Good pair for any science
Always love the Usborne books. Informative, QR codes are fantastic for easily extending the information. Wish the pages were full size
Rated 5 out of 5
May 31, 2020
Excellent Quality Science Encyclopedia for Elementary Learners
I love this encyclopedia!! I just created my very first unit study for my kids using this as the spine. It's colorful and informative, but not too overwhelming. I was able to find other books and activities using the topics covered in the space section for a fun summer study! I highly recommend this book!
Rated 5 out of 5
Jun 22, 2017
Excellent Reference & Resource
Thorough and concise. Secular science reference. Science concepts explained well. Using with Elemental Chemistry and Physics for the Grammar Stages curriculum.
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Can you please explain the difference between this "small format" and the other 2015 regular edition?
The small format (11.25"x 9") is identical to the large one (9.44"x 7.5"). The pages have a reduced font size and smaller graphic sizes. The large one is hardcover while the small format one is softcover. Here is the link for the large one:
https://www.rainbowresource.com/product/000980/Science-Encyclopedia-2015-Ed---Usborne.html?
paperback or hardcover?
It is a paperback book.
It goes along well with Classical Conversations Memory work.
need for my daughter's school
I saw good reviews from homeschool moms.
We will be using this as a resource to expand upon our weekly science memory work in Classical Conversations.