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Biology: Life as We Know It! (Basher Science)
SKU
083635
ISBN
9780753462539
Grade 4-6
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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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Everything you need is included.
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Description
Publisher's Description of Biology: Life as We Know It! (Basher Science)
Nature's building blocks have never been more sociable than in this newest offering from the creators of The Periodic Table and Physics. From cells to DNA, from viruses to mammals, from chlorophyll to flowers and fruit, and including the human body's parts and systems, Biology is a single volume BIO101 course. Distinctive characters, a creative palette, and straight- forward text make it all clear—and fun!
Category Description for Science Chunks Year A
Covers plants. Gregor Mendel, biomes, atoms and molecules, and light and sound.
Books scheduled for Younger Students (gr. 1-3) include:Biology: Life as We Know It (Basher Science), DK Children's Encyclopedia, and Chemistry: Getting A Big Reaction (Basher Science).
Scheduled books for Older Students (gr. 4-6) include: Usborne Science Encyclopedia (choose hardcover or softcover), Kingfisher Science Encyclopedia, and the DK Smithsonian Super Earth Encyclopedia.
All students will read: George Mendel: The Friar Who Grew Peas
Details
| Product Format: | Paperback |
|---|---|
| Grades: | 4-6 |
| Brand: | Kingfisher |
| ISBN: | 9780753462539 |
| Length in Inches: | 7 |
| Width in Inches: | 7 |
| Height in Inches: | 0.375 |
| Weight in Pounds: | 0.6 |
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for Science Chunks
A fun and helpful way to get some of the basic concepts of Biology down
Recommended to use with our science curriculum.
Required for Elemental Science Biology Grammar stage