Science Lessons & Investigations-Grade 3

This book presents science learning through in-depth investigation and observation, supporting Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) in life, earth, and physical science. Each comprehensive unit includes a hands-on engagement activity to allow students to explore and investigate science concepts. The 12 science units build upon prior knowledge and experience and allow students to apply their understanding in a variety of ways. Each unit guides students through exploring the science concept and includes hands-on, cross-curricular activities to extend learning. This robust teaching resource gives you everything you need, including: teacher support pages and an answer key, unit concept page to guide discussion, vocabulary/words to know, reading selections with real-life visual examples, comprehension and vocabulary activities, "I wonder" and research-and-write writing prompts, plus hands-on science investigation that includes experiments, STEM challenges, observations, art projects, and other cross-curricular projects to enhance learning. Topics covered include: Life Science (Plant and Animal Life Cycles, Nature and Nurture, Adaptations, Organisms in a Changing Environment, Group and Social Behavior, Fossils of Ancestors), Earth Science (Weather, Climate, Natural Processes and Hazards), and Physical Science (Changes in Movement, Predicting Motion from Patterns, Magnetic Forces). Includes answer key for vocabulary and comprehension activities. Ideal for the classroom and homeschooling. 224 pages