Science Court: Soil from Tom Snyder Productions
The fun and easy way to teach fundamental science concepts!
Science Court: Soil 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: Soil, Mr. Norton of Gadgetco is about to sell ten very expensive machines to the town that promise to fix the soil at The Old Dust Field. But Eddy Watt claims to have a competing machine that costs almost nothing. Norton accuses Eddy of stealing the plans for Gadgetco's machine and takes him to Science Court.
Over the course of the trial, students will learn:
- What plants need to grow
- The inorganic and organic materials that make up soil
- The roles soil plays in aiding plant growth
- How worms make the soil better for plant growth
- How to set up experiments to:
- Separate into layers the different types of materials that make up soil
- Test how well water moves, or percolates, through soil
- Observe how worms mix layers of soil
- Test how well plants grow in different types of soil
- 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:
- Organic
- Inorganic
- Humus
- Sand, silt, and clay
- Casting
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: Soil from Tom Snyder Productions
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