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Dig It Up! Giant Gem Discovery (gemstones)
SKU
078364
Grade PK-5
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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
$29.95 Warning
Choking Hazard
- Small parts. Not for children under 3 years.
Description
A dig kit for gem lovers, this geode shaped kit is filled with 12 different gems waiting to be discovered. Included in this kit is the giant gem-filled geode, 12 beautiful gems, a bonus mini dig kit, a bonus gem, 2 chisels, a hammer, an excavation brush, a sponge, an 18" x 24" infographic poster, and a guidebook/dig journal. Once the gems have been uncovered, they can be identified by the poster included with this kit, which also has facts about each gem.
Publisher's Description of Dig It Up! Giant Gem Discovery (gemstones)
Delve into mystery of what treasures rest deep inside the earth as you uncover the 12 genuine gemstones inside this giant piece of geode! Uncover stones like jasper, amethyst and tiger's eye, then use the gem identification poster learn more about each one, complete with scientific, historical and mythological facts! Just soak the gem in a bowl or sink, chip away with your chisels, and discover!
Category Description for Dig It Up! Discovery Kits
Dig kits are not just for dinosaur fans! These quality kits from Mindware feature either a large dig project with multiple items to find, or multiple small dig projects - one for each child. Kits with 12 small dig projects are great for parties and the "dig" item is not just plain blocks; there are horseshoes for the horses, tiny barns for the farm animals, etc.! Use the included dig tools to unearth your small treasures.
Details
| Product Format: | Other |
|---|---|
| Brand: | MindWare |
| Grades: | PK-5 |
| EAN/UPC: | 192073780757 |
| Length in Inches: | 9.125 |
| Width in Inches: | 11.25 |
| Height in Inches: | 5 |
| Weight in Pounds: | 3.5 |
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