Beast Academy Science 4B from Art of Problem Solving is the second part of a two-volume science series that aligns with NGSS topics typically covered in 4th grade. This second semester text covers 16 chapters. Units include topics such as the power grid, the ocean, the brain, how organisms utilize their senses, information transmission, and others. Information is presented through fun, engaging, cartoon illustrations in a graphic novel format. There are experiments using common household items and discussion/comprehension questions over every topic of study. Hints and Solutions are in the back of the text and can be easily removed. 375 pages, softcover. ~Rebecca
Beast Academy Science 4B
SKU
011671
ISBN
9781934124864
Grade 4-7
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$48.00 Product Overview
- Covers concepts like renewable energy, natural disasters, waves, senses, transmitting information, and more!
- Engaging content includes cartoons, interesting informational text, and fun experiments
- Sixteen chapters; complete one a week
Description
Publisher's Description of Beast Academy Science 4B
Beast Academy Science 4B is the second in a two-part Level 4 science series. BA Science 4B content is aligned to the Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) for grade 4, but often goes well beyond what is typically expected of students. Science 4B includes units on the power grid, the ocean, and the brain.
Together with 4A, Level 4 is a complete science curriculum for motivated and curious students.
Category Description for Beast Academy Science
Introducing Beast Academy Science, featuring the same Beast
friends and format that you may be familiar with from Beast Academy Math. The characters are introduced at the start of each book and guide students
through their science learning, discussing important science concepts in an
engaging comic-style format. Instruction is in the form of informational text
with colorful infographics and other illustrations. Based on Next Generation
Science Standards (NGSS), topics cover concepts, practices, and standards outlined
for each grade level and go beyond those expectations. The recommended
schedule is one chapter per week for 32 weeks of science studies.
Level 3 is designed for students ages 8–10 and covers topics associated with earth science, like weather, the atmosphere, and some physics topics like motion and forces. These topics are spread across 6 units (3 units per book, 16 chapters per book).
Level 4 is designed for students ages 9–12. First semester (4A) is currently available with second semester (4B) coming later in 2025. Level 4A covers topics related to earth science, physics, and anatomy and will eventually follow the same sequence as Level 3, with topics spread out over 6 units (3 units per book, 16 chapters per book).
Interwoven throughout the lessons are a variety of question types such as challenge, discussion, research, and journal questions. The text is written directly to the student in an engaging and understandable way. Journal questions can be answered in a separate science notebook. Household labs are included throughout with clear instructions and discussion. A list of items needed for each chapter is provided at the front of the book. The activity pages can be completed directly in the book. Solutions are included in the back and can be easily removed. All pages are perforated for easy tear out. The text is non-reproducible, meaning each student will need their own copy. Additional free resources (extra practice, games, cards) are available at www.beastacademy.com.
Details
| Product Format: | Paperback Book |
|---|---|
| Grades: | 4-7 |
| Brand: | Art of Problem Solving |
| ISBN: | 9781934124864 |
| Length in Inches: | 10.875 |
| Width in Inches: | 8.5 |
| Height in Inches: | 1 |
| Weight in Pounds: | 2.25 |
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