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Triops Refill Pack
SKU
031947
Grade 1-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
There are additional required resources that are a separate purchase.
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.
Our Price
$11.95 $11.95 $7.95
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Description
If your first batch of Triops have all passed away, it's easy to start the cycle again with this inexpensive refill pack. Contains Triops eggs, nutrients, and food.
Category Description for Triops
If you want a pet and you aren't allowed to have one or you just love strange-looking creatures, you're going to love Triops. Triops are small swimming crustaceans which resemble horseshoe crabs. They have three eyes, a round shovel-shaped exoskeleton, and a shrimp-like tail. Because they look prehistoric and in fact are identical to their long-fossilized ancestors, they are sometimes called "dinosaur shrimp." In the wild, Triops live in shallow ponds, which dry up seasonally. However, their eggs are able to survive for months to years before the pond fills again. What makes them gratifying as pets is that they hatch in 18-48 hours, quickly grow to their adult size of 1-2 inches, and have a lifespan of 20-90 days. Plus, they're easy to take care of, animated, and large enough to watch!
When getting started with your Triops, the manufacturer suggests that you boil bottled water and let it sit and cool before adding the eggs. Although they have added buffers to address quality inconsistencies in bottled water, this will help remove chlorine and any other impurities. You may also choose to try tap water, if you boil it and let it sit for 2 days in the light. Add only 25 Triops eggs at a time to the environment, in case there is an issue with the water and you need to start again.
Details
| Product Format: | Habitats |
|---|---|
| Grades: | 1-AD |
| Brand: | Triops |
| EAN/UPC: | 767968930212 |
| Length in Inches: | 5 |
| Width in Inches: | 4 |
| Height in Inches: | 0.5 |
| Weight in Pounds: | 0.1 |
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Reviews
7 Ratings
7 Reviews
Rated 2 out of 5
Jan 31, 2025
No hatchlings
I couldn't get them to hatch. I have been successful in previous years and have a good set up for them, but no luck this time sadly.
Rated 3 out of 5
May 18, 2023
Triops refill
I grew these a long time ago and enjoyed watching them, I decided to try again because they used to be easy to grow ..... I paid a bit of money to get the supposed larger variety, I didn't have much luck and they seemed rather delicate. I ordered a few of the refills hoping to have better luck..... I finally got a couple of them swimming around now ! They are interesting little creatures!
Rated 3 out of 5
Apr 1, 2023
The product seems decent, I got everything advertised, but for the life of me, I can't get these guys to live for more than a few days.
Rated 1 out of 5
Sep 17, 2021
I havent been able to grow one yer
They didnt survive
Rated 5 out of 5
Dec 3, 2020
Impressed
My family loves triops! These were the biggest weve ever gotten and the kit was perfect! We will be ordering again!
Rated 5 out of 5
Jun 9, 2020
Good Refill Pack
Comes with substantial amounts of eggs and food. Instructions are comprehensive and easy to follow. Would purchase again.
Rated 5 out of 5
Jul 12, 2007
We ordered the Triops several months ago and had a really nice learning experience We raised the Triops from eggs and watched them mature and grow It was very exciting They are easy to grow I believe we had 13 at one time! Since we homeschool both a 10-year old and a 5-year old it can be difficult to find programs that they can both use But this came in really handy! There is also a website with about 50 pages that you can download from the company (their website and information is in the package) that is from the New York School Curriculum where they discuss topics such as what they are how long they live what types of conditions they need to thrive etc that can be downloaded and used as science material We did that and really got a lot out of it As for the price it is fantastic and I would recommend that everyone get a set It is amazing to care for something living without a lot of work like a large pet
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What is in the kit? Does it have limestone?
I got a few triops packs, they came with everything they say is in the box, but it’s a toss up as to whether you’ll get triops or not, and the customer service wasn’t all that great when I tried to get ahold of them.
Mines aren't hatching I waited 4 days?
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it's so easy and they only last one month, perfect for a classroom
I hope to grow them in my classroom for my students.
One is for a Christmas present and one is for my biology loving son to include in his pond style aquarium.
Already had a tank I can use. i had these many years back. For home, not for education, but figured the purchase could support your work!