Matter : Its Properties and Its Changes

Tom Derosa

ISBN 10: 0890515603 / ISBN 13: 9780890515600

Published by Master Books, 2009

About this Item

This exciting series is built around three components: good science, creation apologetics, and Bible references. Science is a great area to teach, because children have a natural curiosity about the world. They want to know why and how things work, what things are made of, and where they came from. The trick is to tap into their curiosity so they want to find answers. Many elementary level science lessons begin with definitions and scientific explanations, followed by an activity. A more effective method is to reverse this order and begin with an activity whenever possible, and the lessons found in these books begin with an investigations, followed by scientific explanations and opportunities to apply the knowledge to other situations. In addition to the investigations, there are sections on creation apologetics, written mostly in narrative forms, connections to Bible references, on-your-own challenges; pause and think questions; projects and contests; and historical stories about scientists and engineers. These sections encourage students to think more critically, to put scientific ideas into perspective, to learn more about how science works, to gain some expertise in a few areas, and to become more grounded in their faith in the Bible.

Seller Inventory # CIN0890515603VG

Bibliographic Details

• Title: Matter : Its Properties and Its Changes
• Publisher: Master Books
• Publication Date: 2009
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0890515603
• ISBN 13: 9780890515600
• Binding: Paperback
• Condition: Very Good

About this title

Synopsis

Experience the science of fun! In this Investigate the Possibilities series the 3rd through 6th grade, elementary chemistry becomes infused with fun through activities and applied learning! This dynamic full-color book provides over 20 great ways to learn about bubbles, water, colors, salt, and the periodic table, all through interactive lessons that ground students in their faith in God. Help tap into the natural curiosity of younger learners with activities utilizing common household items, teaching them why and how things work, what things are made of, and where they came from. You will learn about...

• The physical properties of chemical substances
• Why adding heat causes most chemical changes to react faster
• The scientist who organized a chart of the known elements
• The difference between chemical changes and physical changes

Investigate God's amazing world through science that is both fun to explore and educationally sound in this comprehensive series!

About the Author

Tom DeRosa, as an experienced science educator and a committed creationist, has incorporated both his passions in the founding and the directing of the Creation Studies Institute, a growing national creation organization whose chief focus is education. His wealth of experience in the public school classroom, Christian school and the Homeschool markets for over 35 years has given special insights into what really works in engaging young minds. He holds a Masters Degree in Education, with the emphasis of science curriculum. He is an author and sought out enthusiastic Creation speaker who has a genuine love for the education of our next generation.

Carolyn Reeves is especially skilled at creating ways to help students develop a greater understanding of not just scientific concepts, but how these are applied within the world around us. Carolyn retired after a 30-year career as a science teacher, finished a doctoral degree in science education, and began a new venture as a writer and an educational consultant. She and her husband make their home in Oxford, MS, where they are active members of North Oxford Baptist Church. The Reeves have three children, three in-law children, and nine grandchildren.