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Patterns and textures

Submitted by khenkes on Tue, 12/28/2021 - 17:07

"Describes how little details around you can help solve mysteries and come up with new ideas. As readers use scientific inquiry to learn about patterns and textures and how often they benefit and are used in society, an activity based on real world situations challenges them to apply what they've learned in order to solve a puzzle"--.

Measurement

the measured mystery
  • Sohn, Emily
Describes the different ways we use measurements in everyday life and how and when to use them. As readers use scientific inquiry to learn about the many different units and tools for measuring, an activity based on real world situations challenges them to apply what they've learned in order to solve a puzzle.
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Fabric

it's got you covered!
  • Sohn, Emily
Describes the different fabrics we use for clothes: where they come from, how they're made, and when it's best to use them. As readers use scientific inquiry to learn how to tell which fabric to use and why, an activity based on real world situations challenges them to apply what they've learned in order to solve a puzzle.
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Variables and experiments

getting across the river
  • Sohn, Emily
"Describes how using variables and performing experiments, like scientists do, can help find answers to questions. As readers use scientific inquiry to problem solve on their own, an activity based on real world situations challenges them to apply what they've learned in order to solve a puzzle"--.
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Models and designs

it's a roller coaster ride!
  • Sohn, Emily
Explains how models are useful in designing roller coasters, buildings, and more, and presents puzzles and activities designed to help young readers understand the information that can be represented with models.
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Patterns and textures

Submitted by khenkes on Wed, 10/02/2019 - 15:46

"Describes how little details around you can help solve mysteries and come up with new ideas. As readers use scientific inquiry to learn about patterns and textures and how often they benefit and are used in society, an activity based on real world situations challenges them to apply what they've learned in order to solve a puzzle"--.

Measurement

the measured mystery
  • Sohn, Emily
2011
Poses a scientific puzzle that provides readers with information about how to measure, weigh, and time things, and includes related activities.

Mixtures and solutions

the sugar in the tea
  • Sohn, Emily
2011
An introduction to mixtures and solutions that explains how materials mix and includes simple experiments to help readers understand the scientific concepts they are learning.

Solids and liquids

who messed up my sand?
  • Sohn, Emily
2011
Describes the properties of solids and liquids and includes activities based on real-world situations that challenge readers to apply what they have learned in order to solve a puzzle.

Matter and energy

finding the power
  • Sohn, Emily
2011
"Describes how matter is related to energy, which the human body needs to do just about anything - run, eat, sleep, grow. As readers use scientific inquiry to learn about how matter changes and its effects on Earth, an activity based on real world situations challenges them to apply what they've learned in order to solve a puzzle"--.

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