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American Girl: Discover Science
SKU
032669
ISBN
9781465473868
Grade 1-3
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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.
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Other Materials Optional
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Consumable
Consumable
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Non-Consumable
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Description
Discover some basic laws of science with this interactive idea book. The project ideas are demonstrated by American Girl® dolls and accessories. The book gives ways to observe nature from a scientific perspective, create simple projects, conduct easy experiments, and more! The information in this book will help cultivate imagination and creativity in the minds of young readers. Adult supervision is required for some projects. 63 pgs, hc. ~ Brianna
Publisher's Description of American Girl: Discover Science
Explore the fascinating world of science and technology with your favorite American Girl® characters. What are the bubbles in your bathtub made of? Why are lemons sour? What makes guitars twang and cymbals clang? Join the girls as they show us how science can explain the wonders of the everyday world around us. Many of the things that today's girls enjoy, from camping to cooking, or singing to stargazing, can be used as a starting point to delve into science. Themed pages covering nature, chemistry, physics, astronomy, and much more, are packed with images of the American Girl dolls and their accessories, as well as clear photos and explanations of real-life science. This book contains more than 50 inspiring ideas that can be developed as science fair projects-or just for fun at home! With American Girl® as inspiration, science has never been more fun!
Details
| Product Format: | Hardcover |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Dorling Kindersley |
| Grades: | 1-3 |
| ISBN: | 9781465473868 |
| Length in Inches: | 10.375 |
| Width in Inches: | 8 |
| Height in Inches: | 0.375 |
| Weight in Pounds: | 0.85 |
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