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Description
Dr. Rebecca Keller of Gravitas has compiled a selection of terrific, "super-simple" science experiments that can be used with any science curriculum. Super Simple Science Experiments breaks down the steps of scientific investigation and allow students to focus on one bite at a time. These experiments can be done with household items and help students develop skills needed for higher level science thinking. Each experiment is only one page in length and includes an objective, materials needed and an outline of the experiment. Other embellishments include a one-word description of the skill being developed (found in an upper corner of the page), illustrations if necessary, and the 'results and conclusions' for that particular experiment. A cumulative materials list is found at the front of each book and any pages or templates needed for the experiments are found at the back of the book and are reproducible for family use. Examples from the chemistry experiments book are identifying elements from the periodic table, testing for bases and acids, separating ink, polymers, making a DNA model, and osmosis. In astronomy children will be constructing models of the planets, sun and moon, finding the constellations and important stars, and more.
As of press time astronomy, biology, and chemistry are in print, but others in the series will follow. 101 Science Experiments will include some experiments from the other books in the series along with a few new ones.
The Super Simple Science Experiments Lab Notebook is also available and is referenced in many of the experiments. This notebook offers boxes for sketching and blank wide-ruled lines for writing as directed in the experiments. The laboratory notebook is not required. Students can use a notebook or notesketch pad (20178, 20179, 19930) which has room on each page for sketching and writing.
If you are looking to add more hands-on time to your science curriculum or you want to add more to your Gravitas curriculum, these books are a great option. The experiments included in these books overlap very little with the experiments found in the Gravitas curriculum therefore would serve as a good extension to the program. This series offers some good, simple hands-on alternatives. ~ Donna
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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.
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Other Materials Optional
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Consumable
Consumable
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Non-Consumable
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