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Tiny Solar System Kit
SKU
024786
Grade 3-AD
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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
Learning about the solar system? This STEAM activity lab is a creative and fun way to provide a hands-on visual for your children. The illustrated science manual gives interesting information about the solar system and shows 10 different activities you can try with the kit. The small (approximately 2 inch) base holds the light-up sun and the 8 plastic arms representing the different planets rotating around the sun. There is a separate earth and moon model located on a one-inch base. A mini poster and sticker sheet are also included. Even though the planet models are small, this resource still provides a great visual.
Publisher's Description of Tiny Solar System Kit
Bring the wonder of the universe to your child's room!This 20-piece miniature solar system model with a light-up sun gives young astronomers an out-of-this world experience! The separate Earth-and-Moon model demonstrates day and night, the phases of the moon, Earth’s seasons, and solar and lunar eclipses. Ten interactive activities include mapping out a scale model of the solar system, making impact meteors, demonstrating eclipses, and creating art using the Sun’s UV rays. A colorful mega-mini poster brings the solar system to your bedroom wall!Includes solar system base with on/off switch and timer for light, LED sun, 8 planets on transparent arms, Earth-and-Moon model, 8 clear planet name stickers, full-color sticker sheet, 26-inch x 4-inch two-sided solar system poster, and an illustrated foldout packed with solar system facts and 10 science activities.
Tiny Solar System requires three 1.5-volt button cell batteries, which are included in the kit. Battery replacement, if needed, must always be done by an adult.
Details
| Product Format: | Other |
|---|---|
| Brand: | SmartLab |
| Grades: | 3-AD |
| EAN/UPC: | 860009347397 |
| Length in Inches: | 8.5 |
| Width in Inches: | 5.5 |
| Height in Inches: | 2 |
| Weight in Pounds: | 0.4 |
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