Hydropower: Renewable Energy Science Kit

SKU
024255
Grade 2-AD
Teaching Method
Traditional
Teacher-centered curriculum commonly used in classrooms that may include a text, teacher manual, tests, etc.
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.
Classical
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).
Unit Study
A thematic or topical approach centered around one topic that integrates multiple subject areas.
Montessori (Discovery)
A methodology based on the work of a 20th century educator that emphasizes student and sensory-driven discovery learning and real-life applications.
Other
Other methodologies
Religious Content
Secular
Contains content contrary to common Christian beliefs (i.e. evolution).
Neutral
Avoids religious or theoretical topics or presents multiple viewpoints without preference.
Christian/Religious
Faith-based or including instructional religious content.
Learning Modality
Auditory
Learns through listening, talking out loud or reading out loud.
Visual
Learns through seeing, prefers written instructions and visual materials.
Kinesthetic/Tactile (Hands-On)
Learns through moving, doing and touching.
Multi-Sensory
Curriculum that employ a variety of activities/components.
Presentation
Sequential
Curriculum progresses through well-defined learning objectives. Emphasizes mastery before moving to the next topic.
Spiral
Topics and concepts are repeated from level to level, adding more depth at each pass and connecting with review.
Conceptual/Topical
Focus is on the “why,” often with a unifying concept as well as specific skills; coverage may be broader.
Teacher Involvement
Low Teacher Involvement
Student-led materials; parent acts as a facilitator.
Medium Teacher Involvement
A mix of teacher-led time and independent student work.
High Teacher Involvement
Teacher-led lessons; may utilize discussions, hands-on activities and working together.
Additional Materials Required
No other materials needed
Everything you need is included.
Other Materials Required
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Other Materials Optional
There are additional resources mentioned or recommended but are not absolutely necessary.
Consumable
Consumable
Designed to be written in; not reusable.
Non-Consumable
Not designed to be written in; reusable.
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Description
It's easy to see the power of water during a flood, in the waves of the ocean, or when you visit a dam. It's harder to understand how to harness that power to generate electricity! This kit delves into the properties of water by leading students to investigate surface tension, adhesion and cohesion and water pressure while building machines that convert energy from water. I like that the less exciting "water properties" experiments are mixed in with the building and construction, which will hold their attention better than having to start with the absolute basics. Students will build a waterwheel, a sawmill, a hammer mill and even a hydroelectric power station that will power an LED. The 12 experiments and building projects will help students develop a much better understanding of the possibilities and challenges of hydroelectric power. Jess
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Product Format:Kit
Brand:Thames and Kosmos
Grades:2-AD
EAN/UPC:857853001841
Length in Inches:11.5
Width in Inches:16.5
Height in Inches:3.125
Weight in Pounds:1.75
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