Great Science Adventures Curriculum K-8
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The
Great Science Adventures Series from Common Sense Press is a multilevel
kindergarten to 8th grade home school science curriculum.
 Each book in the
series is formatted in the same fashion. There are 24 lessons with hands-on
activities that use regular sheets of white paper and various folds to make
different projects. There is are 24 little science book masters for making
copies to be read with each lesson. The Investigative Loop™ provides lab
activities with complete, clear directions, material lists, questions, and data
for students to record. There are currently nine books in the series and more
details are shown below. Each title in this series is on sale for $20.50.
Life Science
Discovering the Human Body and Senses
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Dinah Zike, M. Ed. and Susan Simpson
 "The
magnificent workings of the human body are introduced by the systems where they
function. For example, while studying the respiratory system students learn the
parts of the system, how each work individually and with other parts, and the
importance of these parts in the entire body."
View Table of Contents "Labs and other
activities show students how these system parts complete their jobs in the body.
3D Graphic Organizers made in each lesson visually present information for all
aged students. Desk Top Projects are created by students for each system of the
body. While the content covered in this study is extensive, as in all Great
Science Adventures books, it is appropriate for grades K-8." |
9781929683147 |
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World of Plants
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Dinah Zike, M. Ed. and Susan Simpson
 The
World of plants covers the basics of plant life. Topics such as photosynthesis,
respiration and transpiration, ferns, stems, flowers, roots, leaves, trees,
seeds, and more are covered. This book in the Great Science Adventures series
has the same type of hands-on activities as the other books in the series.
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Kindergarten to Grade 8 |
9781929683055 |
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World of Insects and Arachnids
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Dinah Zike, M. Ed. and Susan Simpson
 The
World of Insects and Arachnids, another of the Great Science Adventures, covers
such topics as insects, metamorphosis, spiders, insect defense, crustaceans,
ticks and mites, and more. Many hands-on projects are included.
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Kindergarten to Grade 8 |
9791929683085 |
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Earth Science
Discovering Earth's Landforms and Surface Features
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Dinah Zike, M. Ed. and Susan Simpson I n
Discovering Earth's Landforms and Surface Features, you student will study the
physical features of Earth, lithosphere, earthquakes, mountains, volcano,
tsunamis, rocks, fossils, minerals, soil, erosion, caves, glaciers, rivers,
lakes, coastlines, deserts, and more. Like the other books in the Great Science
Adventures, this book is formatted with the hands-on activities and the little
Science Library books.
View Table of Contents Kindergarten to Grade 8 |
9781929683123 |
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Discovering the Ocean
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Dinah Zike, M. Ed. and Susan Simpson
 "Discovering
the Ocean engages students in the geography, water patterns, and marine life of
our ocean. Students enjoy learning about the different types of life near and in
the ocean, from the smallest crustacean to the largest whale. 3D Graphic
Organizers are easy to create and make a beautiful display for family or
friends."
There are lessons about oceanography, saltwater, ocean floor,
ocean layers, waves, tides, ocean currents, how the ocean affects weather,
seashore life, estuaries, fish, sea plants and animals, ocean resources, and
more.
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Kindergarten to Grade 8
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9781929683239 |
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World of Space
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Dinah Zike, M. Ed. and Susan Simpson
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of the Great Science Adventures
from Common Sense Press, The World of Space is a
multi-level hands-on activity science curriculum for
grades K-8. Topics include sun, moon, stars, planets,
meteors, space exploration and more.
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Kindergarten to Grade 8 |
9791929683078 |
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Physical Science
Discovering Atoms, Molecules, and Matter
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Dinah Zike, M. Ed. and Susan Simpson
 Topics
in Discovering Atoms, Molecules, and Matter include: matter, composition of
matter, atoms, nucleus, electrons, elements periodic table, molecules, molecules
bond, compounds, mixture, solids, liquids, gases, measurement of matter,
physical and chemical changes, nuclear power and more.
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Table of Contents
Kindergarten to Grade 8 |
9781929683253 |
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World of Light and Sound
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Dinah Zike, M. Ed. and Susan Simpson
 The
World of Light and Sound includes the study of light,
sunlight, rainbows, shadows, mirrors, color, lasers,
lenses, sound, how sound travels, hearing, reflection,
absorption, and a comparison of light and sound
(similarities and differences.)
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Kindergarten to Grade 8 |
9781929683130 |
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World of Tools and Technology
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Dinah Zike, M. Ed. and Susan Simpson
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World of Tools and Technology is a great science
accompaniment to a history study of Ancient Egypt where
many of the basic tools were used to build the pyramids.
The tools studied include the lever, inclined plane,
wedges, screws, wheel and axle, and pulleys. In
addition, friction, gears, cranks, springs, and tool
power are studied.
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Kindergarten to Grade 8 |
9791929683061 |
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