Mason Jar Scientist

SKU
033365
ISBN
9781631583117
Grade 2-6
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.
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Description

Learn about 30 uses for a canning jar! Written by a homeschooler turned homeschool mom, these STEAM-based projects span weather; chemical reactions; plants and biomes; light, sound, and matter; and earth and space science. Each easy-to-do experiment includes an intro, supply list with steps, photos, the science behind what's happening, additional questions, and one extension for each of the STEAM projects. Worksheets can be reproduced. Adult supervision is needed. 123 pages, reinforced pb.

Publisher's Description of Mason Jar Scientist

Scientific learning doesn't have to stop when kids hop off the school bus. With The Mason Jar Scientist, you and your kids can have a blast together while learning about fascinating scientific topics!

This book provides dozens of practical, hands-on experiments illustrating scientific principles—that can all be done within a mason jar. Each experiment also includes discussion questions and great ideas for STEAM-based extension activities. You and your child will learn about:

  • Clouds
  • Why the sky is blue
  • Tornadoes
  • The greenhouse effect
  • Light refraction
  • Sound vibrations
  • The solar system
  • Biomes
  • And much more!

All you need for each activity is a mason jar, some household ingredients, and a desire to learn!


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Product Format:Paperback
Brand:Racehorse for Young Readers
Grades:2-6
ISBN:9781631583117
Length in Inches:9
Width in Inches:6
Height in Inches:0.375
Weight in Pounds:0.55
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