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STEM Labs for Earth & Space Science
SKU
048678
ISBN
9781622236398
Grade 6-8
Neutral
Consumable
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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.
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Other methodologies
Religious Content
Secular
Contains content contrary to common Christian beliefs (i.e. evolution).
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
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.
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Everything you need is included.
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Description
Reinforce your science curriculum and introduce topics in the areas of geology, oceanography, meteorology, and astronomy. The hands-on activities in this book require research, teamwork, creativity in design, and opportunities to think on the processes used. This book includes handouts and 26 interactive activities (labs) that are reproducible for the purchaser. Each activity (lab) includes a teacher information page and a student challenge. Each challenge includes vocabulary, materials needed, requirements, and steps to follow. A rubric is included to help you grade the student challenges, and activities are aligned to current standards. ~ Donna
Publisher's Description of STEM Labs for Earth & Space Science
The Mark Twain Earth and Space Science book challenges students to work together while solving real-world problems.
STEM Labs for Earth and Space Science for sixtheighth grades provides 26 integrated labs that cover the topics of:
- geology
- oceanography
- meteorology
- astronomy
The integrated labs encourage students to apply scientific inquiry, content knowledge, and technological design.
STEM success requires creativity, communication, and collaboration. Mark Twains Earth and Space Science workbook for middle school explains STEM education concepts and provides materials for instruction and assessment. Each lab incorporates the following components:
- creativity
- teamwork
- communication
- critical thinking
Category Description for Stem Labs For ____ Science
Reinforce your science curriculum and introduce topics in the areas of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. The hands-on activities in these books require research, teamwork, creativity in design, and opportunities to think on the processes used. Each book includes handouts and 26 interactive activities (labs) that are reproducible for the purchaser. Each activity (lab) includes a teacher information page and a student challenge. Each challenge includes vocabulary, materials needed, requirements, and steps to follow. A rubric is included to help you grade the student challenges, and activities are aligned to current standards. Have more fun with your science curriculum by adding more hands-on activities. ~ Donna
Details
| Product Format: | Paperback |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Mark Twain Media |
| Grades: | 6-8 |
| ISBN: | 9781622236398 |
| Length in Inches: | 10.875 |
| Width in Inches: | 8.375 |
| Height in Inches: | 0.1875 |
| Weight in Pounds: | 0.35 |
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