Adventures With Atoms And Molecules

Description

This book contains thirty illustrated experiments that are easy and fun to complete. The simple chemistry experiments each begin by asking a general chemistry question such as, "Do molecules move?" or "Are rubber molecules less bouncy when cold?" or "Can salt remove water from the air?" Each experiment includes a complete materials list. Most of the required materials are common items such as food coloring, salt, baking soda, rubber bands, and paper clips. All of the projects also include proper procedures, things to look for, and a thorough discussion of the results. Learn about the basic principles of chemistry in a hands-on and fun way with this great book. ~ Rachel

What is the link between cooking, firefighting, medicine, fabric, fireworks, and vegetables? The answer is chemistry! While chemistry may be something done in the laboratory by scientists, chemistry is also commonly used in factories and chemical plants, not to mention in the home too. The books in this series are designed to introduce children to the basic principles of chemistry through understandable text, brightly colored illustrations, and simple experiments. The informative experiments follow the fourstep

scientific process and use common household materials such as vinegar, purple cabbage, baking soda, galvanized nails/screws, modeling clay, etc. Each book also contains a reference section with the periodic table and a glossary of technical terms. 48 pgs, pb. ~Deanne

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.
Religious Content
Christian/Religious
Faith-based or including instructional religious content.
Neutral
Avoids religious or theoretical topics or presents multiple viewpoints without preference.
Secular
Contains content contrary to common Christian beliefs (i.e. evolution).
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.