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Proposes feasible and empowering steps for change, as well as simple and delicious vegetarian recipes.
This teacher resource offers a detailed introduction to the Hands-On Science program, which includes its guiding principles, implementation guidelines, an overview of the science skills that grade 6 students use and develop, and a classroom assessment plan complete with record-keeping templates.The guide has four instructional units:Unit 1: Diversity of Living Things Unit 2: Flight Unit 3: Electricity Unit 4: The Solar System Each unit is divided into lessons that focus on specific curricular outcomes. Each lesson hasmaterials lists activity descriptions questioning techniques activity centre and extension ideas assessment suggestions activity sheets and visuals
The pleasures of the garden are often accompanied by creatures who likely have not been invited: slugs, aphids, spiders, beetles. But they are nothing to be afraid of, they are all part of a fascinating world beneath your feet. This is a whimsical compendium of historical facts, trivia, and folklore about garden creatures that takes a fresh look at the pests who share your turf. Over 100 illustrations, this delightful and charming book is ideal for curious gardeners and bug people alike, covering ants, bees, earthworms, fleas, grasshoppers, maggots, mites and more.
The scientific method is a tool commonly used by scientists as a formal model for investigation. Many know the basic steps involved, but fewer are aware of the rich history of the method's development. This insightful resource tackles the history and evolution of the scientific method, delving back to ancient history and touching on the strong influence of Islamic scientists, too. Lively text engages the readers as they learn about some of the major players who helped develop the scientific method we use today.
Get to know the amazing creatures right outside your door! What do toads like to eat? Why do crickets sing? Why does a firefly glow? If you've ever longed to know more about the habits of the animals and insects that live in your backyard, here's the book you've been waiting for! With Backyard Pets, you'll find out how to catch and care for lots of different, easy-to-find critters, from terrific toads to slithering slugs. You'll perform all sorts of investigations and activities, including discovering how snails eat and how caterpillars protect themselves, before you return your newly found pets safely to their natural home. And you'll even find out how to attract birds and butterflies to ho...
The lessons in this module introduce students to the classification system for living things. Students investigate the animal, plant, fungus, protest, and moneran kingdoms, to observe, identify, compare, and classify various living things. As well, they explore the field of archaeology through a study of fossils.Also included:* Materials lists; * Activity descriptions;* Questioning techniques; * Activity centre and extension ideas;* Assessment suggestions;* Activity sheets and visuals. The module offers a detailed introduction to the Hands-On Science program (guiding principles, implementation guidelines, an overview of the skills that young students use and develop during scientific inquiry), a list of children's books and websites related to the science topics introduced, and a classroom assessment plan with record-keeping templates.
"An exploration of the life cycle, diet, behavior, anatomy, and conservation status of beetles"--Provided by publisher.
From preconception to adolescence to creating a healthy family lifestyle, this guide covers health during pregnancy and natural childbirth; healthful eating for the whole family; uses and abuses of TV, computers and video games; discipline issues; and more.
A fabulous collection of science projects, explorations,techniques, and ideas! Looking to wow the judges at the science fair this year? Everyone'sfavorite science teacher is here to help. Janice VanCleave's A+Science Fair Projects has everything you need to put together awinning entry, with detailed advice on properly planning yourproject, from choosing a topic and collecting your facts todesigning experiments and presenting your findings. Featuring all-new experiments as well as time-tested projectscollected from Janice VanCleave's A+ series, this easy-to-followguide gives you an informative introduction to the science fairprocess. You get thirty-five complete starter projects on varioustop...