Janice VanCleave's Big Book of Science Experiments
SKU
009409
ISBN
9781119590651
Grade K-12
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Charlotte Mason
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Learns through seeing, prefers written instructions and visual materials.
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Janice
strikes again with 100 more new and tried-and-true activities that focus on
chemistry, physics, astronomy, earth science, and biology for classroom or
home. The author encourages going in order since some experiments build on
previous content. There is a step-by-step pattern to each activity:
Each
experiment starts with an introduction to the topic of investigation.
This helps to set the stage for a well-rounded experience. Terms are bolded and
used in context of the subject matter.
See for yourself provides a list of all the materials that you will
need for the experiment.
What happened? This is where the experiment is explained with the
results that should occur and why. This is written in an understandable way for
all students.
A
challenge question is presented that relates to the investigation. The
author walks through the process from a logical point of view to the answer.
Measurements
are given in the English imperial system followed by approximate metric
equivalents in parentheses. The graphics are in color and a glossary of terms
is included in the back. ~Amber
Publisher's Description of Janice VanCleave's Big Book of Science Experiments
With more than 100 experiments, Janice VanCleave's Big Book of Science Experiments lives up to its name!
Featuring brand new experiments, such as making slime to better understand chemistry, and creating safe explosions to better understand physics, and updated experiments from some of her most popular books, Janice VanCleave is bringing her trusted learning approach to science to today's students. Students will love the full color spreads and fun experiments. Teachers and students will love that the supplies for the experiments are easily obtained, that the experiments are step-by-step, and that the Next Generation Science Standards are a part of every lesson.
