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Crystal Growing Caves & Geodes Chemical Wild Environmental Science Kit
SKU
082135
Grade 3-7
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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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Religious Content
Secular
Contains content contrary to common Christian beliefs (i.e. evolution).
Neutral
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Christian/Religious
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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
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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.
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Description
Become a speleologist (cave scientist) with this kit inspired by the deep, dark world of underground caves! Beginning with an introduction to cave discoveries, the instruction guide provides step-by-step instructions and did you know fact boxes. Activities vary. Budding speleologists will make a crystal stalagmite, a crystal geode, jumbo crystals, and 3 types of kitchen crystals. Also includes instructions and materials to make a stalactite cave display case! Along with the well-illustrated instruction guide, the kit includes alum powder, mono (powder), Epsom salts, plaster, beaker, blue and yellow liquid color, stirring sticks, baking paper, plastic dishes, plastic vial with lid, round stick and holder, spoon, tweezers, and plaster mold. A few household items are also necessary: Kettle, disposable paper/plastic cups, scissors, paper towels and plastic film. If you chose to do the kitchen crystal activities, you will also need table salt, teaspoons, string, white sugar, food coloring, bamboo skewers and other household items.
Publisher's Description of Crystal Growing Caves & Geodes Chemical Wild Environmental Science Kit
Children will discover the caves, rock formations, glistening geodes and crystals with this STEM kit. Create chemical reactions to grow sparkling crystals in plaster shapes, make geodes and construct a crystal column. Learn about water crystals and diamonds with this geological kit. Plus, children will explore the worlds of caves and the animals that live in them. After children create their geodes, they can place their work in the cave-themed display case. Develop analytical, problem-solving, creative and universal STEM skills as children grow their crystals. Includes safe, high-quality ingredients packaged in no-spill containers and a full-color educational instruction booklet.
Category Description for Wild Environmental Science Kits
Unleash wild explorations with one of these unique STEAM kits covering a wide range of scientific fields. Each kit provides a colorfully illustrated guide with step-by-step instructions, and most lab/chemical supplies. You need to provide some household or commonly found items. Reviewing the Forensic Science Lab Kit activities include extracting evidence, finger printing and shoe print casting, analyzing clothing fibers, identifying "poison", soil analysis, UV fluorescence, and more. Creativity and scientific understanding will be inspired with one of these themed kits! See individual kit listings for more details. Parental supervision required. Promotes evolutionary teaching. *Note: Chemical hazards in some kits.
Details
| Product Format: | Other |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Learning Advantage |
| Grades: | 3-7 |
| EAN/UPC: | 9313920043387 |
| Length in Inches: | 12.625 |
| Width in Inches: | 15.1875 |
| Height in Inches: | 2.875 |
| Weight in Pounds: | 2.5 |
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