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Science Comics: Whales
SKU
083633
ISBN
9781250228383
Grade 4-8
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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.
Additional Materials Required
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Everything you need is included.
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Consumable
Consumable
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Non-Consumable
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Description
Publisher's Description of Science Comics: Whales
Every volume of Science Comics offers a complete introduction to a particular topic—dinosaurs, the solar system, volcanoes, bats, robots, and more. Whether you're a fourth grader doing a natural science unit at school or a thirty-year-old with a secret passion for airplanes, these books are for you!
In this volume, Zip, an enthusiastic beaked whale, is eager to share everything he can about whale pods by broadcasting his very own undersea podcast! He will travel across the global ocean interviewing a diverse assortment of whales and dolphins about their amazing behaviors and habitats, as well as their interactions with the human world. Can this one small whale tell the story of the whole ocean and the interconnectivity that affects us all?
Category Description for Science Comics
Kids can enjoy exploring a variety of different subjects through Science Comics series. If your child is interested in topics like nature, animals, space, or robotics they will love diving into the Science Comics series as these subjects are included as well as many more. Each book follows specific characters that lead the reader through an entertaining and educational story. The format of this series makes it fun for students that love comics, and it will be easy for them to learn and retain the included information. Students will also continually laugh and be amused as they connect with the featured characters in the story. It should be noted that while this series has great information, it does contain evolutionary content and perspectives on certain subjects. Overall, these Science Comics are funny, enjoyable, and very informative on a wide range of topics.
Details
| Product Format: | Paperback |
|---|---|
| Brand: | First Second Press |
| Grades: | 4-8 |
| ISBN: | 9781250228383 |
| Length in Inches: | 8.5 |
| Width in Inches: | 6 |
| Height in Inches: | 0.3125 |
| Weight in Pounds: | 0.55 |
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