"The ©2016 update of Interactive Science focuses on an implementation of Problem-Based Learning, STEM, Performance Expectation activities, and support for new standards while transitioning to a brand-new digital platform, Realize."--Publisher's website.

Interactive Science Activity Workbooks Homeschool Activities Workbook includes: · Activities Workbook About the Program Interactive Science Activity Workbooks develop the skills necessary for children to truly understand science concepts with: · Fun, educational activities for kids · Opportunities for kids to create their own experiments · Easy, step-by-step instructions for kids to complete experiments at home Key Points/Program Differentiators · Customized for at-home use · Individual attention · Uses easy-to-find materials · Visually engaging and fun to use Program Overview The Interactive Science Activities workbooks are designed for the home environment, and modified from the lengthy lab manuals used in schools. They are custom designed at-home activities for students and parents to use on their own or with the Interactive Science grade-level bundles. The Pearson at Home Interactive Science Activities workbooks provide children with a student-centered approach to scientific discovery. Each hands-on activity presents a child with a challenging question that can be investigated and explored independently or with parent guidance. As part of the directed inquiry process, the child will answer this question by exploring the resources, following the outlined procedures of each activity, collecting data, and drawing conclusions. In some instances, parents might need to help children with certain parts of the activity. Following the directed inquiry, the child will be given an opportunity to expand and demonstrate scientific reasoning by modifying the investigation and designing his or her own experiments to illustrate the concept. Utilizing these activities will encourage every child to think like a scientist and encourage him or her to be inquisitive. This curriculum has been modified specifically for homeschool families. At times, there may be references to print or digital components that are not included within the homeschool bundle. This will not hinder your child's successful completion of the course.

Core science, technology, and math ideas and practices in this STEM workbook! In this workbook, activities provide a balance of core knowledge learning and investigation and application. They also address the three dimensions of science learning outlined in the Next Generation Science Standards--disciplinary core ideas, science and engineering practices, and crosscutting concepts. The focus is on concepts and skills from physical, life, and earth and space Sciences, and on familiarizing students with science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) concepts. Assessment rubrics for success criteria are also included. Features ready-to-go, reproducible activities! Skills covered in this workbook: * Physical, Life, Earth and Space Sciences * Engineering, Technology, and Applications of Science * Informational Text * Project-based Activities * STEM Occupations About this workbook: Designed for teachers with parents in mind, this workbook is perfect for the classroom and for home! It promotes student confidence, learning, and success and offers the ideal supplement to enhance or enrich any curriculum. This must-have STEM workbook: * Includes manageable activities that reinforce essential skills and concepts * Meets standards and cover curriculum efficiently and effectively * Provides a consistent, clear approach 104 pages Grades 4-5 Authors: Janis Barr, David MacDonald, Elizabeth MacLeod