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7 Subject Science Portfolio Minecraft & the Real World
SKU
015759
ISBN
9781548785208
Grade 5-10
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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.
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Description
To use this book from The Thinking Tree, you will choose 4 books and 2 documentaries about each scientific subject. Students will also build something in their Minecraft world based on these subjects and use gel pens/colored pencils to complete the activities in the book. Topics include: botany, chemistry, geology, meteorology, physics, technology and zoology. The book provides a framework for the content the student chooses to use. They will be asked to draw a scene from a documentary, write a review, write a paragraph on what you learned, draw a diagram or illustration, create a comic strip, find 4 words with more than 10 letters and write the definitions, doodle while listening to an audio book, and more. The pages mostly repeat in the 7 different science topics. Nearly all content comes from outside sources. The Minecraft theme is scattered throughout. Uses the dyslexie font in places. 280 pgs, pb. ~Sara
Publisher's Description of 7 Subject Science Portfolio Minecraft & the Real World
A research handbook for kids who love Minecraft! Your student will learn about Botany, Technology, Chemistry, Meteorology, Zoology, Geology, and Physics with this creative research guide. They'll use library books, videos, and online research to complete assignments. Your student will also get to try out some of their findings in Minecraft. Make learning fun while tapping into your students interests with this amazing book.
Creative children, struggling and reluctant learners, and students with learning challenges all thrive with these books!
Uses a Dyslexia-friendly font to help with letter reversal and reading confusion.
Category Description for Thinking Tree Journals
This series of workbooks from Thinking Tree combines nature study and state studies with a focus on the various state birds, flowers, and trees. Each book features two pages per state plus vocabulary pages. While the first page is primarily a nature study (i.e. botanical name, describe habitat, etc.), the second page is more general. These pages include state-specific questions (ratification dates, capital cities) and a creative writing assignment (poem, short story, or unique state tidbit).
Details
| Product Format: | Paperback |
|---|---|
| Brand: | The Thinking Tree |
| Grades: | 5-10 |
| ISBN: | 9781548785208 |
| Length in Inches: | 11 |
| Width in Inches: | 8.5 |
| Height in Inches: | 0.75 |
| Weight in Pounds: | 1.7 |
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