Skill Sharpeners: Science - Grade 2

SKU
075052
ISBN
9781629381541
Grade 2
Neutral
Consumable
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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Publisher's Description of Skill Sharpeners: Science - Grade 2

Build your second grader's understanding of physical, life, and earth science with this full-color activity book! Engaging reading selections, activities, and hands-on projects will motivate your child to learn science concepts that are based on the most current science standards.

The simple hands-on activities help your child understand and retain science concepts in a memorable way.

Each lesson includes reading selections and activities that focus on one science concept, covering the following second grade topics:

Physical Science

  • Matter
  • Changes in Matter
  • Forces and Motion
  • Forces at Play

Life Science

  • My Body
  • Body Parts
  • Animal Life Cycles
  • Plants
  • Habitats

Space and Earth Science

  • Space
  • The Sun
  • Weather

Earth's Systems

  • Geology
  • Water and Ice

Science and Engineering

  • Science
  • Engineering
Category Description for Skill Sharpeners: Science

Reinforce, practice, or introduce science topics in the areas of earth, life, and physical science. At the PK and K levels, children are taught using chants and rhymes as they learn things like colors, shapes, patterns, and sequences. Grades 1-6 are more independent and allow for increasing amounts of reading. Children will learn new vocabulary, tackle science reading comprehension, complete puzzles and exercises, and do hands-on activities like leaf rubbings and edible earth models. 144 pgs.


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Product Format:Paperback
Brand:Evan-Moor
Grade:2
ISBN:9781629381541
Length in Inches:10.875
Width in Inches:8.5
Height in Inches:0.25
Weight in Pounds:0.8
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