Examine star systems, climate vs. weather, geological
processes, natural hazards, and environmental impacts including the study of
oil spills. 17 Activities. The Complete Introduction to Earth and Space Lab Kit for
grades 6-8 provides 15 hours of learning and is a wonderful option for a
guided, exploratory based Science course at the middle school level. To create
a full semester (or year!) course, supplement the experiments with related
books, online videos, and/or online research. The opportunities for an
immersive learning experience are endless! The included Guide offers ideas for
more in-depth learning. Please note, the included suggestions are topical and not
specific resources, which allows you (and your child) to pick resources they
want to read!
Complete Introduction to Earth & Space Lab Kit (Grades 6-8)
SKU
033987
Grade 6-8
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Teaching Method
Traditional
Teacher-centered curriculum commonly used in classrooms that may include a text, teacher manual, tests, etc.
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
A thematic or topical approach centered around one topic that integrates multiple subject areas.
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.
Other
Other methodologies
Religious Content
Secular
Contains content contrary to common Christian beliefs (i.e. evolution).
Neutral
Avoids religious or theoretical topics or presents multiple viewpoints without preference.
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.
Additional Materials Required
No other materials needed
Everything you need is included.
Other Materials Required
There are additional required resources that are a separate purchase.
Other Materials Optional
There are additional resources mentioned or recommended but are not absolutely necessary.
Consumable
Consumable
Designed to be written in; not reusable.
Non-Consumable
Not designed to be written in; reusable.
Our Price
$139.95 Warning
Choking Hazard
- Small parts. Not for children under 3 years.
Description
Publisher's Description of Complete Introduction to Earth & Space Lab Kit (Grades 6-8)
The Complete Introduction to Earth & Space kit for grades 6-8 takes students on an advanced exploration of Earth's systems and celestial phenomena through 17 comprehensive hands-on activities. With a detailed 50-page full-color manual and specialized scientific equipment, students investigate complex topics including star systems, weather patterns, geological processes, natural hazards, and environmental impacts. Through experiments simulating natural disasters, testing rock properties, studying oil spills, and using astronomical tools like an astrometer, students gain practical understanding of Earth's dynamic systems. The kit helps middle school students answer sophisticated questions about climate versus weather, geological processes, and environmental challenges while developing genuine scientific investigation skills.
Contents List: Absorbent Pad; Beaker; Bottles, 17-oz; Cups; Dishwashing Liquid; Feather; Grass Seeds; Leaf Set; Magnet; Marshmallows; Masking Tape; Mini Weather Station; Modeling Dough; Peat Moss, bags; Pebbles; Pipet; Plastic Box; Poly Bags; Recording Timer Paper Tape; Rock Study Kit; Rubber Bands; Safety Glasses; Sand, bags; Science Notebook; Sling Psychrometer; Star and Planet Locator; Straw; String; Tape Measure; Toothpicks; Vegetable Oil; Vinegar
Contents List: Absorbent Pad; Beaker; Bottles, 17-oz; Cups; Dishwashing Liquid; Feather; Grass Seeds; Leaf Set; Magnet; Marshmallows; Masking Tape; Mini Weather Station; Modeling Dough; Peat Moss, bags; Pebbles; Pipet; Plastic Box; Poly Bags; Recording Timer Paper Tape; Rock Study Kit; Rubber Bands; Safety Glasses; Sand, bags; Science Notebook; Sling Psychrometer; Star and Planet Locator; Straw; String; Tape Measure; Toothpicks; Vegetable Oil; Vinegar
Category Description for Complete Introdution to Earth and Space Lab Kits
These impressive kits introduce the basics of earth and space science without a textbook! Guided by the detailed full-color manual (46-50 pgs.), students will discover essential topics through hands-on activities and experiments. These guides are quite helpful as they introduce and explain the topics being studied, give step-by step instructions to the activities, ask related questions to analyze results, and provide a “what happened” explanation after the activity. While there is space to answer questions, middle school students may benefit from creating a student notebook. A Sketch Notebook is included in the Grade 9+ Kit. Along with the guide, each kit includes most supplies to complete the activities. A few household items are required.
Details
| Product Format: | Other |
|---|---|
| Grades: | 6-8 |
| Brand: | Home Science Tools |
| Length in Inches: | 19.5625 |
| Width in Inches: | 13.3125 |
| Height in Inches: | 8.4375 |
| Weight in Pounds: | 13.65 |
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