Explore Atoms and Molecules! With 25 Great Projects

SKU
041514
ISBN
9781619304956
Grade 2-5
Teaching Method
Traditional
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Charlotte Mason
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Classical
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Unit Study
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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.
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Other methodologies
Religious Content
Secular
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Neutral
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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
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Presentation
Sequential
Curriculum progresses through well-defined learning objectives. Emphasizes mastery before moving to the next topic.
Spiral
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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.
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Description

A fun and colorful introduction to basic chemistry, this book has cartoons and loads of illustrations among the readable text. The projects require only common household items: clear jars, coffee filters, a science journal, colored pencils, a magnet, etc. Kids learn to document what they observe, and grow their science vocabulary. Projects include: make a model helium atom, researching an element of your choice, finding the colors in black ink, charting chemicals you find around the house (reading labels with parental guidance), freezing and melting water, etc. 8"x 10", 83 pgs, hc. ~ Sara

Publisher's Description of Explore Atoms and Molecules! With 25 Great Projects

If everything is made out of atoms and molecules, why do people look different from dogs? In Explore Atoms and Molecules! With 25 Great Projects, readers ages 7 to 10 investigate atoms and molecules and learn how they connect with each other in different ways to form many different materials.

  • Encourages readers to explore the structure of atoms and molecules and how they interact.
  • Uses an inquiry-based approach that encourages readers to visualize atoms and molecules at a macro level and reach their own conclusions through experimentation.
Category Description for Explore Science Series

Science is all around us, so explore! Each book includes 25 projects in an easy-to-follow format and provides simple, hands-on opportunities in a variety of science areas. Make a mold of an animal track or build a terrarium to see the water cycle in action in Rivers and Ponds. Create shadow puppets or plant a garden that blooms at night in Night Science! Make your own stalactite or grow your own crystals in Rocks and Minerals. For each chapter in the book, textual information is included with vocabulary words listed in bold with definitions. Projects are listed along with a supply list and numbered instructions. A glossary, resource page and index are found at the back of the book. Great resources to enhance your science curriculum and have some science fun with the ideas in these books. 92 pgs, pb. ~ Donna

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Product Format:Paperback
Brand:Nomad Press
Grades:2-5
ISBN:9781619304956
Length in Inches:10
Width in Inches:8
Height in Inches:0.25
Weight in Pounds:0.45
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