STEM Green Science at Home (STEM Starters for Kids)

SKU
052723
ISBN
9781631586606
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

This creatively designed book is full of interesting activities and experiments to conduct with regular items that most people will have around the house. Tucked into the two-page layout for each learning adventure is the activity, a closer look at what is scientifically happening, extra snippets of information, and “Eco-tips" of ways to apply the knowledge to everyday life. Kids will learn about conserving energy, recycling, organic food, pollution, greenhouse gas, and more. The context of the material takes on a more modern-day environmentalist tone. ~ Judy

Publisher's Description of STEM Green Science at Home (STEM Starters for Kids)

Save the world with these fun step-by-step science projects you can do at home!

Explore the science in everyday life with these simple, step-by-step experiments to do around the home that will teach kids to be eco-conscious. Each activity takes a complex, scientific concept and environmental issue in practice and makes it easy for kids to understand.

This book also include practical actions to help children make a difference and important facts to communicate the climate crisis. Young scientists will enjoy discovering the science behind the simple phenomena all around them.


Category Description for Stem Starters For Kids

This series is full of information for the young scientist. Each book focuses on a different science category. The colorful pages with cute illustrations give interesting facts pertaining to the subject and actually explain scientific concepts in a way that young children will understand. There are even a few paper and pencil activities throughout each book. This series would be a great on-the-go resource. Answers for activities are included in the back.

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Product Format:Paperback
Brand:Racehorse for Young Readers
Grades:2-6
ISBN:9781631586606
Length in Inches:9.6875
Width in Inches:7.4375
Height in Inches:0.25
Weight in Pounds:0.45
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