STEM Quest: Tools, Robotics, and Gadgets Galore (Technology)

SKU
080584
ISBN
9781438011370
Grade 3-8
Secular
Non-Consumable
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
Designed to be written in; not reusable.
Non-Consumable
Not designed to be written in; reusable.
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Publisher's Description of STEM Quest: Tools, Robotics, and Gadgets Galore (Technology)

You'll find tons of super-fun, hands-on activities that will captivate all the inquisitive girls and boys around. Kids will discover milestones in invention history, construct a paper glider, build a power boat, and more. This book includes:

  • Compelling challenges, activities, and do-at-home experiments
  • High-quality, contemporary, "this isn't your boring school book" illustrations and graphics
  • Easy-to-follow, step-by-step instructions for the activities and experiments
  • Bite-sized text explaining scientific facts and stats, and much more
This inspiring series was created with input from STEM Editor Consultant Georgette Yakman. Ms. Yakman is the founding researcher and creator of STEAM Education, a U.S. organization that provides educational programs to encourage innovative learning in science and technology. So get ready to explore, engage, and entertain young minds with this exciting collection of genius activities and games!

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Product Format:Paperback
Brand:Barron's Educational Series
Grades:3-8
ISBN:9781438011370
Length in Inches:10.625
Width in Inches:8.5
Height in Inches:0.25
Weight in Pounds:0.7
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