Science Court: Fossils from Tom Snyder Productions
The fun and easy way to teach fundamental science concepts!
Science Court: Fossils is part of the Science Court series.
The Science Court series introduces core science concepts and models good scientific practice with this fun and engaging series that mixes animated courtroom drama, hands-on science activities, and humor. As each case unfolds, students examine the facts and perform hands-on experiments to help them predict the verdict. By discussing their findings in groups and as a class, students are able to articulate and comprehend challenging science topics.
In Science Court: Fossils, While protesting the construction of another Planet Cramwood, Jack Jenkins discovers a fossil at the construction site. The construction will have to be halted, if the fossil is really a fossil and actually came from that site. Cramwood and his attorney, Doug Savage, accuse Jenkins of planting a fake fossil and take him to Science Court. Is the fossil really a fossil? Will more fossils likely be found at the site?
Over the course of the trial, students will learn:
- How fossils are formed
- About different kinds of fossils
- How fossils can teach us about the past
- What conditions are necessary for fossilization to occur
- How to set up experiments to:
- Demonstrate the process of petrification
- Demonstrate how cast and mold fossils are formed
- Demonstrate how trace fossils are formed
- How to work as a team by:
- Becoming members of an interdependent group
- Listening and talking with others
- Sharing a common goal
Students are also introduced to the following terms:
- Fossil
- Fossilization
- Sediment
- Sedimentary rock
- Petrification
- Paleontology and paleontologist
MEETS STATE AND NATIONAL STANDARDS
Your students will:
- Learn and apply core concepts in science
- Gather evidence and make observations
- Use science to explain natural and physical phenomena
- Improve their ability to recall content and respond to open-ended questions
- Conduct hands-on experiments
- Work collaboratively to discuss, explain, and understand science concepts
Product Features
- Engaging, animated courtroom drama presents fundamental science concepts
- Student worksheets with short-answer questions
- Built-in time for discussion helps reinforce student learning
- Hands-on activities promote understanding of natural and physical phenomena
- Assessment Guide includes quizzes and rubric
What's Included:
A Mac/Win CD-ROM, a comprehensive Teacher's Guide with student worksheets, hands-on activities, and an Assessment Guide.
Science Court: Fossils from Tom Snyder Productions
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