How Baseball Works

Does a curve ball really curve? How do hitters swing with such zing? What makes the great players great? And how can you become one of "the greats"? This book answers all these questions and many, many more. Packed with legendary tales from the pros, fascinating "Quick Hit" facts, insider tips to help you perfect your own game, and all the dazzling science behind the sport, this book covers baseball from every exciting angle.

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Jumpstarters for Science

Bring on the basics of science! The short, daily warmups provide practice in using the skills of observation, reading, critical thinking, and research. Topics include: matter and energy; living things; ecosystems and habitats; astronomy and space sciences; and earth materials; as well as ancient life. Each reproducible activity page contains 5 lessons or warmups--one for each school day of the week! Answer keys and suggestions for use are also included. 48 pages. Grades 4-8+

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It Couldn't Just Happen: Fascinating Facts About God's World

If your 8- to 14-year-olds are asking tough questions about creation and evolution, they'll find answers right here! With colorful graphics and newspaper-style layout, this biblically based almanac offers solid truths instead of unstable theories. 192 pages, kivar softcover from W.

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The World of Plants Great Science Adventures

Angiosperms, germination, photosynthesis---get to the root of it all with this comprehensive program! The lab activities and "Investigative Loops" (question, research, observation) provide hands-on learning. Visual 3-D graphic organizers help make complicated material simple; then students chronicle each of the 24 lessons by creating their own science booklets. Everything you need is here! For single- or multilevel classrooms. Grades K to 8. 168 pages, softcover from Common Sense Press.

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The World of Insects and Arachnids

From the Great Science Adventures Series, this workbook for grades K-8 instructs through vocabulary, 3D graphic organizers, lab experiments, and science projects.

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The World of Space

In each of the 24 lessons, students make a Lots of Science Library Book using the masters provided inside. Information, pictures and diagrams make the study of space meaningful. For lab activities, our exclusive Investigative Loop process helps students get the most from their experience. Complete and clear directions are provided, along with the materials lists, questions to ask, and data for students to record. 3D Graphic Organizers make complicated material simple. Students see and touch each part, increasing understanding and retention. Teacher pages include vocabulary words, concept maps, assessments, assignments, assignments for all grade levels, and enrichment activities.

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The World of Tools and Technology

In each of the 24 lessons, students make a Lots of Science Library Book using the masters provided inside. Information, pictures and diagrams make the study of tools and technology meaningful. For lab activities, our exclusive Investigative Loop process helps students get the most from their experience. Complete and clear directions are provided, along with materials lists, questions to ask, and data for students to record. 3D Graphic Organizers make complicated material simple. Students see and touch each part, increasing understanding and retention. Teacher Pages include vocabulary words, concept maps, assessments, assignments for all grade levels, and enrichment activities.

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Science Up to Standards, Grades 5-8

Science Up to Standards is loaded with activities based on the guidelines defined by the National Science Education Standards. The format follows closely those standards which encourage teachers to provide students with activities requiring both partial and full inquiries. In partial inquiry activities, students are given some instructions on how to approach the problem-solving issue. In full inquiry activities, students design their own strategies for finding answers. This great resource provides activities in seven content areas: Science as Inquiry, Physical Science, Life Science, Earth and Space Science, Science and Technology, Science in Personal and Social Perspectives, and History and Nature of Science. 154 pages.

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