Science 3
Earth and Space Science: Exploring Soils
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| Investigate the characteristics, including soil composition and ability to absorb water, of different types of soils in their environment. (SI) |
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| Analyze the interdependence between soil and living things, including the importance of soil for individuals, society, and all components of the environment. (CP, DM) |
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R071591
The Sand Rose. Episode 12
Moko is a young and curious explorer who constantly questions everything that grabs his attention. Each episode describes an adventure where Moko is seeking an answer to his question. The episode ends with a short explanation to the question. In this video, Moko's gift, a rose, wilts in the heat. Another gift, the sand rose, is created by water and sand.
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CD/DVD
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unavailable
Record posted/updated:
November 28, 2018
R043931
Dig In!: Hands-On Soil Investigations
This NSTA resource aims to assist teachers to involve their students in earth science activities. The book is divided into four sections: What is Soil?, Who Uses Soil?, What Lives in Soil? and Where is Our Soil Going? Each section includes an overview, suggested lessons, required materials, evaluation and extension ideas.
Included in the book is an icon that indicates additional information can be found at www.scilinks.org. The book contains a table of contents, a glossary and a listing of s...
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Book
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$23.95 US
Record posted/updated:
November 28, 2018
R012793
Concentus Citizenship Education Resources. Grade 3: The Intentional & Explicit Teaching of Essential Citizenship Competencies
Students investigate the responsibilities of varying levels of government and the scope of influence of their decisions. Students extend their use of maps and globes to represent the Earth and consider why people choose to live and settle where they do. Students begin to learn about the relationship between beliefs, rights and responsibilities. Students consider the impact of culture and diversity on interpretation of current events.
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Document
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Free
Record posted/updated:
January 21, 2019
R052469
Adventures in Sand
Baird examines how sand is made, how sand is used in everyday life and how sand can provide clues to the past. Students will learn that erosion and decay can form sand and that sand comes in many colours, such as Prince Edward Island's distinct red sand.
The book includes many photographs of various sand types and a table of contents.
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Book
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$12.95
Record posted/updated:
November 28, 2018
R048741
Fire! The Renewal of a Forest
The forest has been dry and scorched for weeks. One afternoon, a hot wind blows and storm clouds gather. Lightning strikes a tree in the meadow and ignites the dry vegetation. No life remains in the burnt forest. As the years slowly pass, seeds start to germinate and small creatures inhabit the forest. Students will learn that fire is sometimes good for the regeneration of forests.
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Book
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$12.95
Record posted/updated:
November 28, 2018
R023554
Focused Study. Connecting Societies, Science, Technology and the Natural Prairie Environment in Saskatchewan. Grade 3
The scope of this study guide connects interactions between societies, technology and the natural environment, focusing on changes to the prairie ecosystem and native plant communities. Conditions necessary for plant growth are also investigated, using selected native plants. Basic plant structure, function and mechanisms of adaptation are reviewed, as well as the fundamental importance of soils for sustaining life.
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Document
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Free
Record posted/updated:
December 27, 2018
R053548
Pearson Saskatchewan Science 3. Student Edition
Pearson Saskatchewan Science 3 is custom published for Saskatchewan and developed by a team of Saskatchewan teachers. Each unit starts with a list of "Big Ideas" that set the focus for the unit. A Big Idea then provides the title for each section in the unit. Throughout the unit, opportunities are provided for students to work together, communicate ideas, perform experiments and carry out library and Internet research. Key vocabulary is bolded throughout the unit and an explanation of each te...
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Pearson Saskatchewan Science 3. SMART Notebook Lessons
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Pearson Saskatchewan Science 3. Teacher's Resource Kit
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Book
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$79.27
Record posted/updated:
November 28, 2018
R030232
Hands-on Science Grade 3: An Inquiry Approach (WNCP ed.)
This new edition contains easy-to-follow lesson plans that incorporate an inquiry-based approach to learning. The student-centred activities also include ideas for integrating Indigenous knowledge, multicultural connections and real-world applications into each lesson. The four units contained in the resource are: Growth and Changes in Plants, Materials and Structures, Forces That Attract or Repel and Soils in the Environment.
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Book
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$124.00
Record posted/updated:
November 28, 2018
R052563
Winnie Finn, Worm Farmer
Winnie Finn loves worms and knows everything about them. At this year's county fair, Winnie would like nothing better than to win the grand prize - a wagon to transport her worms around. The trouble is, there is no prize for raising worms. Exercising her creativity, however, Winnnie uses her worms to help solve some of the town people's problems and to win her prized wagon. At the back of the book, the author provides information on worms and composting.
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Book
Video
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$20.50
Record posted/updated:
November 28, 2018
R054123
Yucky Worms
On a visit to his grandmother, a young boy is revolted by the "yucky" worms that are dug up in the garden. The boy changes his mind when he discovers how interesting worms can be and how they help the soil, plants and animals around the garden. This video is enhanced with appealing artwork and the witty remarks of the many worms who comment on all the action. A special segment titled, How To Be A Wormologist includes interesting garden experiments. This video is an adaptation of the picture b...
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CD/DVD
Price :
$34.95
Record posted/updated:
December 8, 2018