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
Beast Academy Science is an engaging, rigorous science curriculum from Art of Problem Solving (AoPS) that uses the same fun, comic-style format and Beast characters as Beast Academy Math. It goes beyond standard expectations by covering NGSS concepts, practices, and standards while encouraging deep thinking, discussion, and hands-on exploration.
The program makes science exciting and accessible for advanced elementary students.
Key Curriculum Features:
- Comic-style lessons with Beast characters guiding students through concepts
- Colorful informational text with infographics and illustrations
- Variety of question types: challenge, discussion, research, and journal questions
- Hands-on household labs with clear instructions and material lists
- One chapter per week recommendation (16 chapters per book)
- Solutions included in the back of each book
Program Components:
- Student Books (A & B per level): Non-reproducible books with instruction, activities, labs, and perforated pages
- Free Online Resources: Extra practice, games, and cards available at beastacademy.com
Important Notes:
- Level 3 (ages 8–10): Earth science, weather, atmosphere, motion, and forces
- Level 4 (ages 9–12): Earth science, physics, and anatomy
- Journal questions are best answered in a separate science notebook
- Pages are perforated for easy tear-out
Beast Academy Science stands out for its fun, challenging approach that builds strong scientific thinking and problem-solving skills. It is an excellent choice for advanced elementary students and families who enjoy the Beast Academy style.
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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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