About the Teacher's Guide
Friendly, supportive, and flexible.
That's the Teacher's Guide for
the Delta Science Modules, Third Edition. All the science background and key points for
guiding 12 hands-on activities are provided. Teacher pages for the Delta Science Readers
give page-by-page discussion questions, opportunities for inquiry, and tips for reading
in the content area. Varied assessment features are included. Copymasters and a standards
correlation are included at the back of each guide.
- Objectives focus of the activity and student goals
- Schedule time to allow for the activity; number of sessions
- Vocabulary new words introduced in the activity
- Materials items used in the activity; quantity needed for each student, team, or the class
- Materials Preparation step-by-step instructions for what you need to prepare prior to class
- Materials Background Information science information related to the activity
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- Guiding the Activity questions in bold type to use in leading inquiry and discussions; how-to steps for completing the activity and activity sheet
- Reinforcement activity suggestions for students who need more experience with the concepts; may also be used as ongoing assessment opportunities
- Science Journals suggested ways students can add to their science journals or portfolios
- Additional Information sample answers for discussion questions; tips for facilitating the activity; safety reminders as
- Cleanup materials management instructions to facilitate cleanup and return of materials to the kit
- Science at Home follow-up activities that students can do at home
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