About this Product
Summary
Explore a world of scientific discovery with our comprehensive educational book. From understanding the water cycle and its pivotal processes like evaporation and condensation, to mastering measurement techniques using non-standard and standard units, and delving into the fascinating realms of stoichiometry through estimating sand grains, each lesson is crafted to ignite curiosity and foster hands-on learning.
Dive into the scientific method with engaging experiments like building sand castles and creating detailed lab reports, and unravel the intricate relationship between lunar phases and tidal movements with our tide and moon phase graphing activities. Designed to inspire young minds and educators alike, this book provides a rich tapestry of knowledge, empowering students to explore, experiment, and comprehend the natural world around them with enthusiasm and insight.
Young Earth and Old Earth These lessons are designed to be inclusive and compatible with both young earth and old earth beliefs. Focused on present-day physical science principles, the curriculum avoids references to the geologic time scale or past processes like rock formation. This approach ensures that students of various beliefs can engage deeply in scientific exploration and learning during their beach educational experience.
Objectives
The student will observe the process of evaporation and the salt residue left behind from evaporated ocean water.
The student will construct a diagram of the water cycle and label key processes.
The student will measure objects using a non-standard unit of measurement and then convert those measurements into standard units (inches, centimeters, etc.).
The student will use stoichiometry to estimate the number of sand grains by finding the mass of a sample of sand.
The student will use the scientific method to build sand castle(s) and create a lab report of their findings.
The student will graph the high and low tides of any location they choose and compare the data to the moon phases.
The student will explain that the gravitational pull of the moon affects fluids on Earth, causing the rise and fall of large bodies of water.
The student will explain that the gravitational pull of the moon varies based on its position in the sun-earth-moon orbital system.
Due to the file size limits, the book is broken into three separate downloads in order to preserve the quality of the digital download.
Part 1
Bible Verses: Grounded in faith, our lessons weave biblical principles with scientific exploration, fostering a holistic learning environment.
Record Keeping: Learn the importance of meticulous record-keeping as you document your discoveries and experiments throughout the course.
Lesson: Ocean Water: Understand the composition of ocean water and the scientific processes behind its purification through evaporation and salt residue observation.
Lesson: Measuring: Master the art of measurement using non-standard units like seashells and convert them into standard units such as inches and centimeters, applying mathematical skills in a beach setting.
Part 2
Lesson: Counting by Mass: Explore stoichiometry by estimating the number of sand grains based on their mass, engaging in practical applications of chemistry amidst sandy shores.
Part 3
Lesson:
Sand Castles: Apply the scientific method to build and document your sand castle creations, turning beach play into a structured experiment with detailed lab reports. ????
Lesson: Tides: Graph and analyze tidal patterns against moon phases, unraveling the celestial mechanics that govern coastal waters, and connecting astronomy with earthly phenomena.
Resources: Access additional materials and references to enrich your learning experience and deepen understanding across all subjects covered.
Immerse yourself in a beach vacation like no other, where every wave brings a new lesson and every seashell holds a mathematical mystery to solve. Join us on this educational adventure where learning meets leisure, inspiring a lifelong love for science and discovery.
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Meet the Maker
With over 20 years of experience in teaching math and science, I've developed a passion for bringing logic, playfulness, and creativity into learning. I’ve taught graduate courses for educators through Colorado State University and work as an instructional designer for global companies, crafting learning experiences that are both meaningful and engaging. I thrive on designing games for any occasion, using them as powerful tools to inspire learning, team-building, and creative problem-solving. Whether it's developing a STEM lesson or creating a themed game, I’m all about combining fun and logic to make every experience impactful and memorable.
