Science in the Industrial Age Lab Kit

SKU
032360
Grade K-6
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
$120.00
Warning
Choking Hazard
  • Small parts. Not for children under 3 years.
  • Children under 8 years can choke or suffocate on uninflated or broken balloons. Adult supervision required. Keep uninflated balloons away from children. Discard broken balloons at once.

Description

Organize your homeschool science lessons with this lab kit from Nature's Workshop Plus. Here is a sampling of the contents: batteries (9-Volt, AA, and D), aluminum foil, limestone rocks, baking soda, balloons, bamboo skewer, north/south bar magnet, chicken bouillon cube, clay dough, compass, construction paper, cooking oil, Epsom salt, white flour, food coloring, funnel, marbles, needle, disc neodymium magnet, hydrogen peroxide, ping pong ball, microwave popcorn, steel wool, stopwatch, cotton string, sunscreen, baker's yeast, copper wire, turmeric, LED and non-LED Christmas lights, marbles, etc. You will provide some common household items. See our website for the full list of included items.

Publisher's Description of Science in the Industrial Age Lab Kit

This kit is designed to accompany Science in the Industrial Age. Even though many of the included items may be easy to find at home or a nearby store this kit will allow you to spend more time learning and less time stressing. With this kit, students will discover magnetic forces, learning about converting heat to mechanical energy, how to make flaming paper that doesn't burn, make a model of an artisan well, how to grow crystals, experience the effects of erosion and so much more. A complete list of what is provided, and a list of items that you will provide, is included in the kit.

Category Description for Science in the Industrial Age
Introduces scientific advances from the early 1800s to the early 1900s and discusses a wide range of topics including medicine, human physiology, cell biology, evolution, chemistry, geology, electricity, magnetism, heat, light waves, sound waves, radioactivity, and conservation laws. Students also learn about the lives and beliefs of scientists and see how a person’s worldview affects his or her scientific conclusions.
Printed Student Notebooks for the Older and Oldest Student include the review activities and space for the student to respond. A convenient Lab Kit provides most items used for hands-on activities to better organize your day.
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Product Format:Other
Grades:K-6
Brand:Instructional Resources
Length in Inches:12
Width in Inches:17.75
Height in Inches:8.75
Weight in Pounds:15
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