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Explore S.T.E.M. with Marie Curie
SKU
042630
Grade 3-7
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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
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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
$22.95 Warning
Choking Hazard
- Small parts. Not for children under 3 years.
Description
Winner of two Noble prizes, one in Physics with her husband, and one in Chemistry for her solo discoveries, Marie Curie is best known for her work with radium and polonium. One of her greatest contributions to science was the invention of “Little Curies’ which were used during World War I to take mobile x rays of injured soldiers on the battlefield. Learn more about this fascinating scientist and the scientific discoveries which eventually took her life through various hands-on activities. Students will construct a radium atom, scan the skeletal system to discover the answers to human body trivia questions, create a mock x-ray of your hand, and create glow in the dark slime. Includes the supplies to create an atom (Styrofoam ball and gems (clear, green and blue), radium display board, skeletal system with trivia board and scanner, bones sheet, white paint, paint brush, white glue, glycerin, activator for slime, stir stick, small measuring cup, glow in the dark powder, UV light, and 2 lithium coin cell batteries. Please note, parental supervision is recommended. Kit includes components that may be harmful if swallowed.
Publisher's Description of Explore S.T.E.M. with Marie Curie
Spark an interest in chemistry and physics with this S.T.E.M. kit. Young scientists will use hands-on activities to explore the discoveries of Marie Curie, whose extensive work included discovering radium and polonium, developing mobile X-ray units and making noticeable contributions toward cancer treatment. This comprehensive educational resource allows budding scientists to make their own glow-in-the-dark slime, create an x-ray and more as they learn about Marie Curie and her many contributions to chemistry and physics.• S.T.E.M learning kit helps kids explore the human body, learn about the element radium and discover the chemistry of glowing materials• Fosters an interest in chemistry and physics and encourages hands-on scientific exploration• Includes detailed informational guide book, over 300 colored gems, atom display board, glue, glycerin, activator, glow-in-the-dark powder, measuring cup, mixing and storage bowl, UV flashlight, paint brush, white paint, scanner and skeletal system poster.
Category Description for Explore S.T.E.M. Kits
Take S.T.E.M. learning to the next level with the Explore S.T.E.M. Kits. Each kit introduces the highlighted scientist and gives an overview of her field of study. Students then explore their field of study through related hands-on activities. Kits contain a guidebook with biographical information and detailed instructions for activities, a few questions (trivia or puzzle type) and the answers and supplies to complete the activities. A few household items are required; for example, tape, measuring cup, etc. ~Deanne
Details
| Product Format: | Other |
|---|---|
| Grades: | 3-7 |
| Brand: | MindWare |
| EAN/UPC: | 195130333040 |
| Length in Inches: | 11.625 |
| Width in Inches: | 10.125 |
| Height in Inches: | 2.25 |
| Weight in Pounds: | 1.3 |
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