Encouraging young scientists to recognize the power found in their personal curiosity, this unit helps students develop observation and discovery skills. It also teaches research skills, developing a hypothesis, scientific experimentation and methodology, fields of science and more. Additional materials include student imagination, the included Journal, and items or places familiar to the student.
Young Scientist - Introduction to Observation and Discovery
SKU
024943
ISBN
9780897393058
Grade 4-6
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Charlotte Mason
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Description
Publisher's Description of Young Scientist - Introduction to Observation and Discovery
The Young Scientist – An Introduction to Observation and Discovery is a lively, engaging exploration of what science is, and what it means to be a scientist. Told through stories about the methods and accomplishments of a number of past and present-day scientists, it is all about the nature of scientific investigation and how to do it. Starting with the importance of curiosity, the book highlights the roles of observation, research, hypothesis, experimentation, the scientific method, and the sharing of knowledge. Sections are accompanied by hands-on activities that provide opportunities to be a scientist.
This beautifully illustrated book with its clear, simple text and interesting activities, encourages observation skills, creative thinking, experimentation, discovery and independence of thought--all characteristics of successful scientists. Its accompanying learning guide takes a student step-by-step through the book and activities.
Category Description for Young Scientists Series (Heron Books)
The Young Scientist series is hands-on, self-pacing, and meets the learning needs of diverse learners. The courses are well-written and focus on mastery. Students should expect to complete each course in 10-17 hours, with an end of unit exam.
Written to the student, Textbooks are abundantly illustrated and engaging. The Student Learning Guide supports independent learning with basic instructions and chapter reading or activity steps to complete. Activities vary and include drawing or labeling in a science journal, finding related items, teacher discussion, and hands-on activities or experiments. The Teacher Resource Packet includes the program philosophy, background information with materials list, end of unit exam, exam answers, and Certificate of Achievement. Home Study Kits include the softcover Student Text, Learning Guide, Science Journal, and Teacher Resource Packet.
Below is the program’s suggested sequence, in this order:
- Take a Closer Look - An Introduction to Microscopes for Young Scientists
- World of Plants - How Plants Live & Grow for Young Scientists
- Let's Find it! - All About Maps and Globes for Young Scientists
- Light Bulbs, Switches and Batteries - Hands-on Electricity for Young Scientists
- Our Amazing Planet - Introduction to Geography for Young Scientists
- The Young Scientist - An Introduction to Observation and Discovery
- The Fabulous Human Body - Anatomy for Young Scientists
- Let's Make Things Go! - All About Engines for Young Scientists
- World of Electricity - Everyday Electricity for Young Scientists
- Circulation of the Blood - The Circulatory System for Young Scientists
- World of Machines - An Introduction to Simple Machines for Young Scientists
Details
| Product Format: | Other |
|---|---|
| Grades: | 4-6 |
| Brand: | Heron Books |
| ISBN: | 9780897393058 |
| Length in Inches: | 11.5 |
| Width in Inches: | 9 |
| Height in Inches: | 0.5 |
| Weight in Pounds: | 1.35 |
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