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Microscopic Life Kit
SKU
082516
Grade 5-12
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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.
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.
Our Price
$59.95 
Description
Already own a quality microscope and just trying to figure out what to do with it, or just wanting to find an affordable set of supplies for your upcoming biology studies? Let Home Science Tools provide the quality supplies you need for success. Kit includes plain glass slides (72), concave glass slides (12), slide coverslips, Methylene Blue Stain, Eosin Y Stain, 5 prepared slides (ficus leaf, paramecium, protozoa, bacteria, and allium (onion) root mitosis), #11 scalpel, 2 sterile lancets, Nutrient Agar, plastic petri dishes (5), sterile swab applicators, 1 ml. Pipets, latex gloves, protozoa mix (grow your own culture of mixed protozoans and algae!), Protist Identification Key, clear plastic cup, and Study Guide. Oh, and if you love the idea of this kit and are in need of a quality microscope, check out the Microscopic Discovery Kit (item 082515) with all of the necessary supplies found here plus a quality microscope!
Publisher's Description of Microscopic Life Kit
This Microscopic Life kit allows you to grow and examine bacteria, investigate tiny pond protozoa, and get an up-close look at some of the cells in your own body! This kit includes a study guide to help you learn more about microscopic life, petri dishes, sterile nutrient agar, protozoa mix, microscope slides, stains, instructions to help you create your own slides and so much more! Microscope not included.
Category Description for Microscopes And Slides
Review and compare microscopes sold at Rainbow Resource Center with our helpful Microscope Comparison Charts for: Grades K-8 and for Grades 6-12. Each microscope on the charts has an item number that links back to our website for a detailed description.
Details
| Product Format: | Other |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Home Science Tools |
| Grades: | 5-12 |
| Length in Inches: | 4.375 |
| Width in Inches: | 6.375 |
| Height in Inches: | 9.125 |
| Weight in Pounds: | 2.3 |
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