Science Court: Water Cycle from Tom Snyder Productions
The fun and easy way to teach fundamental science concepts!
Science Court: Water Cycle 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: Water Cycle, Mr. I.M. Richman slips and falls at the subway station. He blames leaky water pipes made by Pip Peterson. Meteorologist Maria Hernandez takes the stand as an expert witness in the case. Are the pipes really leaking? Or are they victims of the water cycle?
Over the course of the trial, students will learn:
- Definitions of:
- Condensation
- Evaporation
- Water vapor
- States of matter
- Water cycle
- How to set up experiments to:
- Demonstrate condensation & the presence of water vapor in the air
- Compare the rates of evaporation
- Model the water cycle
- How to work as a team by:
- Becoming members of an interdependent group
- Listening and talking with others
- Sharing a common goal
In addition, students will be able to:
- Describe three states of water
- Give examples of condensation and evaporation
- Describe the four stages of the water cycle
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: Water Cycle from Tom Snyder Productions
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