Taking an atom first approach, Real Science 4 Kids (RS4K), was written to give children the framework necessary to learn and enjoy science. As children are introduced to chemistry first, they learn that science is about the “why” (causes) and not just the “what” (observations) of science. Real Science 4 Kids has several options to best meet your homeschool needs. Focus on Science, which contains Elementary and Middle School options, is a unit study program that focuses on one subject at a time (chemistry, biology, physics, etc.) Each book covers a semester of instruction. The Exploring the Building Blocks of Science Series was originally written in response to customer requests for grade level, year-long programs. This series has been rewritten and renamed the Science Series. The Science Series is essentially an updated Building Blocks of Science series with updated experiments, referred to as RATATAZ. The RATATAZ experiments are built upon a multimodal learning approach: R-read, A-ask, T-test, tinker, try, A-answer, and TAZ - talk, tell & dazzle, which focuses on following the scientific method and creative problem solving.
Description
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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.