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Middle School Science
SKU
050439
ISBN
9781601449078
Grade 6-8
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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.
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No other materials needed
Everything you need is included.
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Consumable
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Non-Consumable
Not designed to be written in; reusable.
Our Price
$42.99 
Description
This “go-to" resource provides students with a comprehensive review of the science topics covered in middle school. Offering over 500 pages, the chapters are organized by the branches of science covered: Physical Sciences: Chemistry, and Physics; Life Sciences; and Earth and Space Science. Topics include the nature of science and engineering design, matter, chemical formulas and reactions, mixtures and solutions, forces and interactions, energy, temperature and heat, electric and magnetic fields, waves and electromagnetic radiation, cells and cell theory, genetics, evolution, plants and animals, anatomy, ecosystems, the solar system, plate tectonics, rock cycle, oceans, weather, climate and more. Chapters are highly visual without being overwhelming. Clear definitions, a colorful text and illustrations, visually appealing tables, charts, outlines and boxes, and clear step-by-step procedures for applying theorems help students find key information quickly. Chapters conclude with a summary, which emphasizes key points in each chapter for test prep. Each chapter also includes practice exercises and quizzes to support learning. Answers are included at the back of the book. Provides an excellent review of the middle school sciences to prepare students for high school science. Or use it as a comprehensive spine-book if following a living books or unit study learning approach.
Publisher's Description of Middle School Science
This 512 page book for Grades 6-8 provides a concise and useful understanding of middle school general science. It offers definitions, instruction, examples, practice reviews, and practice tests. It can be used as a comprehensive review, for tutoring, as a reference for helping students with homework, for test prep, or as a complete homework guide and supplement to another middle school general science textbook. It is also well suited for use in Adult Basic Education programs.
Details
| Product Format: | Paperback |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Critical Thinking Company |
| Grades: | 6-8 |
| ISBN: | 9781601449078 |
| Length in Inches: | 11.125 |
| Width in Inches: | 8.5 |
| Height in Inches: | 1.125 |
| Weight in Pounds: | 3.55 |
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