Science Projects for Holidays Throughout the Year

Features

• Cover Type: Paperback with 374 pages
• Published by: Terrific Science Press December 1, 1999
• Written in: English
• ISBN 10 Number: 1883822300
• ISBN 13 Number: 978-1883822309
• Book Dimensions: 10.8 x 8.4 x 1.1 inches
• Weighs: 2.3 pounds

Product Description
Use holidays and other special days to engage students in fun hands-on science.


* 23 complete lessons
* Includes historical and cultural background information
* Cross-curricular integration
* National Science Education Standards
* 374 pages
* Grades K-5

Back Cover Copy
Tap the energy of special celebrations for hands-on science learning. Harness kids' holiday high spirits into building science process skills with these enjoyable hands-on activities with motivating celebratory themes! This unique approach to teaching science makes complex concepts meaningful while encouraging appreciation for cultural diversity and celebrations from around the world. Classroom-tested, and developed with funding from the National Science Foundation, Science Projects for Holidays Throughout the Year keeps students interested and actively involved through the use of inexpensive toys, food, and everyday household objects. Each motivating lesson, perfect for home or school use, includes cross-curricular extensions, safety tips, corollaries to the National Science Teachers Association standards, and suggested sources for further study. Read what teachers who tested these activities say: "Toy activities for the holidaysare the best allies a teacher ever had in the battle against the holiday crazies." Rose White, Leo Politi School, Los Angeles ,CA. "Redirect(s) the energy sparked by the holidays into the fascinating world of science. What a great way to keep students actively engaged in learning." Veronica Newman, Oakdale Elementary School, Cincinnati, OH. "An great way to tie science, social studies, and language arts together." Peggy Kulczewski, Harding elementary School, Monmouth, IL. "My students will be enjoying learning science without even realizing it." Regina Bonamico, Chauncey Rose Middle School, Terre Haute, IN. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.