Great Science Adventures Homeschool Curriculum K-8

The World of Vertebrates

By Dinah Zike, M. Ed. and Susan Simpson

"The world of animals comes alive through reading, writing, labs, and research. Students create their own 3D Graphic Organizers for fish, amphibians, reptiles, birds, and mammals. The characteristics, environments, systems, and habits of these animals are discovered in The Lots of Science Library Books and then reinforced while completing the Graphic Organizers."

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"Hand-on labs using everyday items solidify the concepts learned. Research applies those concepts to various vertebrates of your student’s choice. The finished product is a set of Desktop Projects suitable for presentation to a small group, which will become a colorful keepsake. The World of Vertebrates begins with the natural interest we all have in animals and broadens it to a biological study."

ISBN-13:
9781929683246

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Discovering the Human Body and Senses

By 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."

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"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."

ISBN-13:
9781929683147

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The World of Plants

By 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

ISBN-13:
9781929683055

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World of Insects and Arachnids

By 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

ISBN-13:
9791929683085

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Discovering Earth's Landforms and Surface Features

By Dinah Zike, M. Ed. and Susan Simpson

In 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.

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Kindergarten to Grade 8

ISBN-13:
9781929683123

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Discovering the Ocean

By 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

ISBN-13:
9781929683239

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World of Space

By Dinah Zike, M. Ed. and Susan Simpson

One 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

ISBN-13:
9791929683078

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Discovering Atoms, Molecules, and Matter

By 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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Kindergarten to Grade 8

ISBN-13:
9781929683253

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The World of Light and Sound

By 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

ISBN-13:
9781929683130

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The World of Tools and Technology

By Dinah Zike, M. Ed. and Susan Simpson

The 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

ISBN-13:
9791929683061

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