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General Science
Multimedia-Physical Science
Catch the Wind, Harness the
Sun
Get students charged up about renewable
energy. They will love these 22
exciting activities and experiments focused on producing
and playing with renewable energy. Projects range from
the quick and simple — like the Pie Plate Wind-Maker —
to the thrillingly large-scale, like Pedal Power, in which
students use a bicycle to power a 12-volt battery. Each
activity teaches students about renewable energy and
larger environmental issues. 224 pages. Grades 7-12. Sh.
wt. 1.25 lbs.
SB48175M— $20.20
Solar Astronaut Robot
Combine robotics with the study of solar
energy with this robot! A solar cell is used to
power the plastic, colorful body. Contains 105 moving parts,
including gears, shafts, and motor. No soldering required!
Robot can also be powered by one “AA” battery (not
included). Grades 5-12. Sh. wt. 0.69 lbs.
SB48453M — $32.75
Physical Science Learning Chart Set
These teacher-created, classroom-ready charts cover a wide range of science concepts.
Activities are included on every chart back. Set of five charts includes States of Matter,
Laws of Motion, Simple Machines, Magnets, and Electrical Circuits. Each chart measures
17" x 22". Grades 2-9. Sh. wt. 0.88 lbs.
SB47739M — $11.85
STEM Interactive Whiteboard
Packs
Award-winning science, IT, and math
interactive whiteboard charts have been
combined to create these packs that target
STEM education, helping increase standards
across the three core subject areas.
The interactive charts feature the latest
technology with colorful images and curriculum-based
content to deliver a whole new TB24657M
teaching experience. Both teacher and student
can interact with text and images, providing
an engaging product that encourages
whole-class involvement. Each pack
includes interactive whiteboard charts, quiz
questions, printable worksheets,
fun features, and more information sections.
Elementary STEM Pack. Includes: 115
interactive whiteboard charts, 1,975 quiz
questions, 85 printable worksheets, 38 fun
features, and 22 more information sections.
Grades 1-6.
TB24656M
Sh. wt. 0.44 lbs.
TB24657M — $297.45
Secondary STEM Pack. Includes: 150 interactive whiteboard charts,
2,250 quiz questions, 107 printable worksheets, 41 fun features, and 28
more information sections. Grades 5-10.
Sh. wt. 0.44 lbs.
TB24656M — $347.45
SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS: Windows® 98 or higher, Pentium® III or above,
64 MB RAM; Macintosh® OS 9.0.4 or higher, G3 or above, 64 MB RAM.
300
Roller Coaster Physics DVD
Roller coasters are so much fun thanks to friction,
potential energy, gravity, and acceleration.
Learn about the wonderful world of applied
physics in this presentation. In a segment titled
Roller Coaster Physics, you’ll strap in and take
some terrifying turns on the scariest amusement
park attractions in the world. In a segment
titled The Planet Electric, the physics of motion
extends to the creation of electricity. See how
electric generators rely on mechanical motion to
create electricity. 25 minutes. Grades 6-12.
SB42357M DVD — $73.50
A Demo a Day for Physical Science
By Borislaw Bilash II.
350 pages, 8-1⁄2" x 11". Spiral-bound.
Nearly 200 demonstrations in physical science to
engage and enlighten students. Demonstrations were
developed and written by experienced teachers who
use them in their own classrooms. Each activity is
designed in an easy-to-follow, concise format, including
application, theory, materials, safety precautions,
procedure, chemical disposal information, and references
where available. Concepts covered include
waves, sound, and light; Newton’s laws of motion;
electrical charges and currents; force and mass; heat
energy; properties of matter; work, power, and simple
machines; atomic theory and bonding; classification
of matter; energy and motion; magnetism; and the
nature of a gas. Grades 8-12. Copyright 1997. Sh. wt.
0.88 kgs.
SB28726(X)M — $50.20
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Motion, Forces, &
Energy Bingo
A great tool for helping students
demonstrate an understanding
of physical science. Covers five
categories: Work & Machines,
Motion, Forces, Energy, and
Thermal Energy and Heat.
Students can play individually
for more of a challenge or in
cooperative teams. Includes
75 question cards, 30 different
5-1⁄2" x 8-1⁄2" playing cards,
master key, instructions, and
bingo chips in a sturdy box.
Grades 5-9. Sh. wt. 1.25 lbs.
SB46807M — $33.30