Classroom-tested, this children's book uses inexpensive toys, food and everyday household objects to make projects for celebrations from around the world. Each motivating lesson includes cross-curricula extensions, safety tips and suggested resources for further study.
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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 holidays...are 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 excellent 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.
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Paperback. Condition: Good. Classroom-tested, this children's book uses inexpensive toys, food and everyday household objects to make projects for celebrations from around the world. Each motivating lesson includes cross-curricula extensions, safety tips and suggested resources for further study. Seller Inventory # CIN0070647585G