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Exploring the Building Blocks of Science Book 1 Kit
SKU
082492
Grade 1
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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.
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Warning
Choking Hazard
- Small parts. Not for children under 3 years.
Description
Kit includes a magnifying glass, toothpicks, clear plastic cups, cotton balls, tennis balls, rubber balls, toy car, marbles, petri dishes, balloons, funnel, heavy cord, ping pong ball, cardboard craft tube, LED flashlight, and Styrofoam balls in various sizes. You will need to provide colored pencils, white construction paper, child-safety scissors, large and mini marshmallows, measuring spoons and cups, and a black permanent marker. Lady Bug Land (item 004483) is optional.
Publisher's Description of Exploring the Building Blocks of Science Book 1 Kit
This kit contains 21 items for the experiments in the Building Blocks of Science Book 1, including Petri dishes, a toy car, styrofoam balls, balloons, an LED flashlight, and so much more! Use the provided materials to dive into a hands-on exploration of topics related to living things, cellular structure, viruses, bacteria, what atoms are and how they combine to form molecules, stored and moving energy, force, what the Earth is made of, and the solar system.
Contents list: Petri Dishes, polystyrene, 90 x 15 mm, 2 pack; Funnel, plastic, 65 mm dia.; Ball, hard rubber, 1-3/4"; Balloon, extra-large, 16"; Balloons, medium, 9"; 2 Tennis Balls; Cotton Balls, 12 count; Marbles, pack of 15; Styrofoam Balls, 1" diameter, 4 pack; Styrofoam Ball, 1.5"" diameter, 2 pack; Styrofoam Ball, 2" diameter, 2 pack; Styrofoam Ball, 3" diameter, individual; Styrofoam Ball, 4" diameter, individual; Toothpicks, pack; String, heavy cord, 25'; Toy Car; LED Flashlight, 25 Lumens; Magnifying Glass, 2"", 3X Lens; Ball, ping-pong; Cup, clear plastic, 9 oz, 9 pack; Cardboard Tube
Category Description for Exploring the Building Blocks of Science Book 1
Students will look at the question, "What is Science?" while covering topics such as: atoms, molecules, types of energy, the earth's layers, earth in space, our solar system, cells, viruses and bacteria, classification and more. A typical week includes reading the chapter, performing the experiment, and review.
Details
| Product Format: | Other |
|---|---|
| Grade: | 1 |
| Brand: | Home Science Tools |
| Length in Inches: | 4.6875 |
| Width in Inches: | 10.375 |
| Height in Inches: | 11.8125 |
| Weight in Pounds: | 2.1 |
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Reviews
1 Rating
1 Review
Rated 5 out of 5
Jul 30, 2023
Convenient
Everything arrived well-packaged and without any strong "made in China" smell. I haven't used any of it yet. Quality looks sufficient.
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