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Big Science for Little People
SKU
008231
ISBN
9781611803501
Grade PK-3
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Teaching Method
Traditional
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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
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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.
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Other methodologies
Religious Content
Secular
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Neutral
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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
Written by a mom with a passion for science, this amazing little book is chock full of helpful information and 52 hands-on activities, all designed to encourage curiosity and a love for science! The first chapter dives into the task of creating a home science lab using easily found kitchen and craft/art items, and recyclable resources. Each activity begins with a short introduction, followed by a supply list and step-by-step instructions. After the experiment is completed, an explanation and questions or ideas to take it further are included. While the pages are two-color with text boxes, illustrations are minimal. A sampling of experiments includes the dancing raisin, tornado in a bottle, making a mobius strip, animating a flip book and much more! 135 pgs, pb. ~Deanne
Publisher's Description of Big Science for Little People
Introduce future engineers, inventors, naturalists, and artists to the physics and chemistry, biology and ecology behind everyday play. Create chemical reactions, explore gravity and friction, transform states of matter, play with air pressure, and much more through 52 simpleexperiments that zip and zoom, fly and fizz, bubble and burst. Geek mom Lynn Brunelle has created an interactive guide perfect for both kids and their parents: the projects will engage children, and the informative lessons will help parents when asked the inevitable question, why?
The projects include:
1. The Exploding Lunch Bag: Will you get out of the way before the vinegar and baking soda react with a fizzy burst?
2. Seed Hunt: Seek out whirly, sticky, and smooth seeds for a science-filled outdoor adventure!
3. The Marshmallow Launcher: Harness energy to fling sugary treats in the name of science.
4. And many more!
Details
| Product Format: | Paperback |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Roost Books |
| Author: | Lynn Brunelle |
| Grades: | PK-3 |
| ISBN: | 9781611803501 |
| Length in Inches: | 7.5 |
| Width in Inches: | 5.5 |
| Height in Inches: | 0.3125 |
| Weight in Pounds: | 0.4 |
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