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Forces Acting on Structures and Mechanisms


Although this kit contains a specific manual, the materials and equipment provided will support a variety of the science and technology programs. 1 Manual "Forces Acting on Structures and Mechanisms", 1 book "Forces Make Things Move", 1 book "Forces - Science all Around Me", 1 book "Forces The Ups and Downs", 1 book "Pulling", 1 book "Pushing", 3 pictures of Construction Vehicles, 1 Deluxe Gear Box, 4 Hammers, 4 C-Clamps, 4 Jr. Hacksaws, 8 Spring Scales 10N, 1 Weight 500g, 1 mini Winch, 1 Nut Cracker, 1 Plier, 1 Ice Tong, 1 Tweezer, 24 Pulleys, 8 Pencil Sharpeners, 5 empty Spools, 8 Egg Beaters, 1 Hand Drill, 1 pkg Drill Bits, 4 Mitre Boards, 1 Paint Roller, 8 Wooden Pulley Supports, 1 Rolling Pin, 4 Glue Guns, 1 pkg Elastic Bands, 12 Glue Sticks, 1 bottle White Glue, 25pcs Jinks Wood, 1 container Finishing Nails 1", 1pkg Bamboo Skewers, 1 roll String, 8pr Safety Glasses and 1 Safety in Elementary Science and Technology Guide. Recommended for Grade 5 In this "Hands-On Science and Technology" module, students will develop an understanding of forces by designing and building mechanical devices and structures. They will identify the forces acting on and within structures and mechanisms, and give simple descriptions of forces.
Date Published:2003

Although this kit contains a specific manual, the materials and equipment provided will support a variety of the science and technology programs. 1 Manual "Forces Acting on Structures and Mechanisms", 1 book "Forces Make Things Move", 1 book "Forces - Science all Around Me", 1 book "Forces The Ups and Downs", 1 book "Pulling", 1 book "Pushing", 3 pictures of Construction Vehicles, 1 Deluxe Gear Box, 4 Hammers, 4 C-Clamps, 4 Jr. Hacksaws, 8 Spring Scales 10N, 1 Weight 500g, 1 mini Winch, 1 Nut Cracker, 1 Plier, 1 Ice Tong, 1 Tweezer, 24 Pulleys, 8 Pencil Sharpeners, 5 empty Spools, 8 Egg Beaters, 1 Hand Drill, 1 pkg Drill Bits, 4 Mitre Boards, 1 Paint Roller, 8 Wooden Pulley Supports, 1 Rolling Pin, 4 Glue Guns, 1 pkg Elastic Bands, 12 Glue Sticks, 1 bottle White Glue, 25pcs Jinks Wood, 1 container Finishing Nails 1", 1pkg Bamboo Skewers, 1 roll String, 8pr Safety Glasses and 1 Safety in Elementary Science and Technology Guide. Recommended for Grade 5 In this "Hands-On Science and Technology" module, students will develop an understanding of forces by designing and building mechanical devices and structures. They will identify the forces acting on and within structures and mechanisms, and give simple descriptions of forces.

Date Published:2003

Plants and Soils


Although this kit contains specific manuals, the materials and equipment provided will support a variety of the science and technology programs. . 1 manual "Growth & Changes in Plants", 1 manual "Soils in the Environment", 1 book "How a Seed Grows", 1 book "How We Use Soil", 1 book "The Magic School Bus Gets Planted", 1 book "Plants: A Resource Our World Depends On", 1 book "Plant Life Cycles", 1 book "Soil: A Resource Our World Depends On", 1 book "Tiny Green Thumbs", 1 book "What is a Plant?", 1 book "Wiggling Worms at Work", 1 book "Wonderful Worms", 1 information sheet "Examples of Harmful Plants found in Ontario, 1 information sheet "Examples of Products made with Clay", 1 information sheet "Vegetable Seeds", 1 set of information sheets "Compost", 1 information sheet "Tomato Sphere", 8 Clear Plastic Jars with Lids, 8 Magnifying Glasses, 8 Medicine Cups 30ml, 1 Potato Masher, 1 Spray Bottle, 8 Trowels, 8 Tweezers, 500ml Clay, 100 Plastic Cups 150ml, 1 Food Coloring red or blue, 4L Peat Moss, 5L Potting Soil, 2L Sand, 1 pkg Mung Bean Seeds, 1 pkg Radish Seeds and 1 Safety In Elementary Science & Technology Guide. Recommended for Grade 3 In these Hands-On Science and Technology modules students will focus on the study of plants, specifically the characteristics and requirements of plants and their patterns of growth. Students will also conduct a number of hands-on investigations in the environment. Activities will look at different kinds of plants and animals that live in soil; the importance of soil in providing a base for gardens, forests, fields and farms: the components of various soils, and the effects of moving water on soils. Students will observe and investigate plants in their local environment and learn about the importance of plants and soils for humans and animals.
Date Published:2003

Although this kit contains specific manuals, the materials and equipment provided will support a variety of the science and technology programs. . 1 manual "Growth & Changes in Plants", 1 manual "Soils in the Environment", 1 book "How a Seed Grows", 1 book "How We Use Soil", 1 book "The Magic School Bus Gets Planted", 1 book "Plants: A Resource Our World Depends On", 1 book "Plant Life Cycles", 1 book "Soil: A Resource Our World Depends On", 1 book "Tiny Green Thumbs", 1 book "What is a Plant?", 1 book "Wiggling Worms at Work", 1 book "Wonderful Worms", 1 information sheet "Examples of Harmful Plants found in Ontario, 1 information sheet "Examples of Products made with Clay", 1 information sheet "Vegetable Seeds", 1 set of information sheets "Compost", 1 information sheet "Tomato Sphere", 8 Clear Plastic Jars with Lids, 8 Magnifying Glasses, 8 Medicine Cups 30ml, 1 Potato Masher, 1 Spray Bottle, 8 Trowels, 8 Tweezers, 500ml Clay, 100 Plastic Cups 150ml, 1 Food Coloring red or blue, 4L Peat Moss, 5L Potting Soil, 2L Sand, 1 pkg Mung Bean Seeds, 1 pkg Radish Seeds and 1 Safety In Elementary Science & Technology Guide. Recommended for Grade 3 In these Hands-On Science and Technology modules students will focus on the study of plants, specifically the characteristics and requirements of plants and their patterns of growth. Students will also conduct a number of hands-on investigations in the environment. Activities will look at different kinds of plants and animals that live in soil; the importance of soil in providing a base for gardens, forests, fields and farms: the components of various soils, and the effects of moving water on soils. Students will observe and investigate plants in their local environment and learn about the importance of plants and soils for humans and animals.

Date Published:2003

Strong and Stable Structures


Although this kit contains a specific manual, the materials and equipment provided will support a variety of the science and technology programs. 1 book "Build It!", 1 book "Civil Engineering and the Science of Structures", 6 books "Homes Around the World Level 01" 1 book "Rosie Revere Engineer", 1 book "The Ramp Man", 1 guide "Grade 3 Strong and Stable Structures", 1 guide "Start Here Guide Strong and Stable Structures", 1 guide "Stability hands-on Science & Technology", 1 Puncture Proof Ball, 1 Bench Hook, 1pks Wooden Blocks, 2 Fulcrums, 1 sm Glue Gun, 1 Heavy Duty Hold Punch 6mm, 2 Wooden Planks, 4 pkg Playing Cards, 1 Saw, 4 med Wooden Wheels, 4 sm Wooden Wheels, 1 pkg Elastic Bands, 2 pkgs Brass Fasteners, 20 sm Glue Sticks, 2 sheets Gussets, 20pcs Jinks Wood, 2 pkg Pipe Cleaner 15cm, 2 pkgs Plasticine, 500 Popsicle Sticks, 2pcs Sandpaper, 3 boxes Regular Straws, 2 rolls Kite String, 1 roll Masking Tape 12mm, 1 roll Masking Tape 18mm, 1 roll Transparent Tape, 1 box toothpicks, 1pr Safety Glasses and 1 Safety in Elementary Science and Technology Guide. Recommended for Grade 3 This kit deals with the applications of stability. The use of levers, changing the shape of materials, and using equipment and tools to cut and join are addressed and will focus on the processes of inquiry and design.
Date Published:2002

Although this kit contains a specific manual, the materials and equipment provided will support a variety of the science and technology programs. 1 book "Build It!", 1 book "Civil Engineering and the Science of Structures", 6 books "Homes Around the World Level 01" 1 book "Rosie Revere Engineer", 1 book "The Ramp Man", 1 guide "Grade 3 Strong and Stable Structures", 1 guide "Start Here Guide Strong and Stable Structures", 1 guide "Stability hands-on Science & Technology", 1 Puncture Proof Ball, 1 Bench Hook, 1pks Wooden Blocks, 2 Fulcrums, 1 sm Glue Gun, 1 Heavy Duty Hold Punch 6mm, 2 Wooden Planks, 4 pkg Playing Cards, 1 Saw, 4 med Wooden Wheels, 4 sm Wooden Wheels, 1 pkg Elastic Bands, 2 pkgs Brass Fasteners, 20 sm Glue Sticks, 2 sheets Gussets, 20pcs Jinks Wood, 2 pkg Pipe Cleaner 15cm, 2 pkgs Plasticine, 500 Popsicle Sticks, 2pcs Sandpaper, 3 boxes Regular Straws, 2 rolls Kite String, 1 roll Masking Tape 12mm, 1 roll Masking Tape 18mm, 1 roll Transparent Tape, 1 box toothpicks, 1pr Safety Glasses and 1 Safety in Elementary Science and Technology Guide. Recommended for Grade 3 This kit deals with the applications of stability. The use of levers, changing the shape of materials, and using equipment and tools to cut and join are addressed and will focus on the processes of inquiry and design.

Date Published:2002

Magnets, Forces and Movement


1 manual "Magnetic and Charged Materials", 1 manual "Forces and Movement", box of assorted magnets (3 Ceramic Magnets, 1 Cow Magnet, 3 Cylinder Magnets, 8 Horseshoe Magnets, 3 Magnet Strips 5cm, 3 Magnetic Wands), box of: (1 Steel Ball, 1 Foil Cup, 1 pc Felt, 1 Foldback Clip, 1 Magnetic Marble, 1 Marble, 1 Nail, 8 Steel Needles, 1 Nut and Bolt, 1 Pipe Cleaner, 1 Rubber Stopper, 8 Screws, 1 pc Sponge, 1 Plastic Spoon, 1 pc Styrofoam, 1 Washer, 1 Wooden Shape), box of: (30 Balloons, 8 Combs, 8 pc Felt, 1 Hygrometer, 2 pkg Magnetic Strips 60cm, 8 Nails, 8 pcs Plexiglass, 2 pcs Silk Cloth), box of: (8 Toy Cars, 16 Washers 8 lrg 8 med, 8 pcs Wool Cloth), box of: (8 pr Bar Magnets, 1 vial Steel Balls 50), bag of: (30 ea Beads, Elastics, Skewers, Spools, Toothpicks), bag of: (4 Lucite Rods clear, 4 PVC Rods grey, 1 Rod Stirrup), box of: (8 Electroscopes, 8 Foiled Corks, 1 Spool of Thread, 1 box of Thumb Tacks), box of: (1 ea Friction Bus, Noise Maker, Spinning Top, Tower Top, Tumble Toy, Yoyo), box of: (8 sheets of Sand Paper, 8 5n Spring Scales, 8 Wood Blocks with Screw Eye, 1 Horseshoe Magnet lrg, 1 Magnet Tester, 1 roll String) and 1 Safety in Elementary Science and Technology Guide. Recommended for Grade 3 (1) Matter and Materials Strand In these "Hands-On Science and Technology" manuals students will focus on materials that are magnetic and those that can hold an electric charge. They will investigate the ways in which different materials affect magnetic strength and electric charge, that every magnet has two poles and that the strength of a magnet depends on the types and combinations of the various materials from which it is made. Students will also describe their observations of static electricity and the conditions that affect it. (2) The Energy & Control Strand This strand introduces students to two types of forces and the effects of these forces. The first type of force involves pushes and pulls, or direct interaction. The second type involves interaction at a distance, such as magnetic or static electric forces. The students will explore the effects of different forces including muscular force, magnetism, static electricity, and gravitational force. Students will investigate ways in which forces create movement in objects and will expand their understanding by designing and making devices that use a form of energy to create controlled movement.
Date Published:2004

1 manual "Magnetic and Charged Materials", 1 manual "Forces and Movement", box of assorted magnets (3 Ceramic Magnets, 1 Cow Magnet, 3 Cylinder Magnets, 8 Horseshoe Magnets, 3 Magnet Strips 5cm, 3 Magnetic Wands), box of: (1 Steel Ball, 1 Foil Cup, 1 pc Felt, 1 Foldback Clip, 1 Magnetic Marble, 1 Marble, 1 Nail, 8 Steel Needles, 1 Nut and Bolt, 1 Pipe Cleaner, 1 Rubber Stopper, 8 Screws, 1 pc Sponge, 1 Plastic Spoon, 1 pc Styrofoam, 1 Washer, 1 Wooden Shape), box of: (30 Balloons, 8 Combs, 8 pc Felt, 1 Hygrometer, 2 pkg Magnetic Strips 60cm, 8 Nails, 8 pcs Plexiglass, 2 pcs Silk Cloth), box of: (8 Toy Cars, 16 Washers 8 lrg 8 med, 8 pcs Wool Cloth), box of: (8 pr Bar Magnets, 1 vial Steel Balls 50), bag of: (30 ea Beads, Elastics, Skewers, Spools, Toothpicks), bag of: (4 Lucite Rods clear, 4 PVC Rods grey, 1 Rod Stirrup), box of: (8 Electroscopes, 8 Foiled Corks, 1 Spool of Thread, 1 box of Thumb Tacks), box of: (1 ea Friction Bus, Noise Maker, Spinning Top, Tower Top, Tumble Toy, Yoyo), box of: (8 sheets of Sand Paper, 8 5n Spring Scales, 8 Wood Blocks with Screw Eye, 1 Horseshoe Magnet lrg, 1 Magnet Tester, 1 roll String) and 1 Safety in Elementary Science and Technology Guide. Recommended for Grade 3 (1) Matter and Materials Strand In these "Hands-On Science and Technology" manuals students will focus on materials that are magnetic and those that can hold an electric charge. They will investigate the ways in which different materials affect magnetic strength and electric charge, that every magnet has two poles and that the strength of a magnet depends on the types and combinations of the various materials from which it is made. Students will also describe their observations of static electricity and the conditions that affect it. (2) The Energy & Control Strand This strand introduces students to two types of forces and the effects of these forces. The first type of force involves pushes and pulls, or direct interaction. The second type involves interaction at a distance, such as magnetic or static electric forces. The students will explore the effects of different forces including muscular force, magnetism, static electricity, and gravitational force. Students will investigate ways in which forces create movement in objects and will expand their understanding by designing and making devices that use a form of energy to create controlled movement.

Date Published:2004

Light and Sound


Although this kit contains specific manuals, the materials and equipment provided will support a variety of the science and technology programs. 1 book "Big Idea Light and Sound", 2 books "Extreme Earsplitters! The World's Loudest Noises, 1 guide "Start Here Guide Light and Sound", 1 manual "Light & Sound Energy", 1 manual "Materials That Transmit Reflect or Absorb Light or Sound, 12 pcs Colored Acetate, 1 Reflective Arm Band, 1 CD of Sounds, 1 Styrofoam Ball, 8 Wooden Blocks, 8 pcs Colored Cellophane, 6 Alarm Clocks, 8pcs Cotton Cloth, 8pcs Felt Cloth, 8pcs Polyester Voile Cloth, 8 pcs Copper Tubing, 6pcs Dowel 3/16", 6 Flashlights, 1pc Garden Hose 1m, 8 Double Concave Lenses, 8 Double Convex Lenses, 8 Mirrors, 3 Optical Instruments Kaleidoscope Octoscope Rattleback, 4pcs Clear Plastic, 4pcs Colored Plastic, 4pcs Frosted Plastic, 4pcs Opaque Plastic, 6 CD's, 4 Bicycle Reflectors, 8 Tuning Forks, 1pc Nichrome Wire 10cm, 12 AA Batteries, 1 box Elastic Bands, 1 roll Fishing Line, 1 bag Toothpicks, 1 box Jumbo Straws, 1 roll String and 1 Safety in Elementary Science & Technology Guide. Recommended for Grade 4 In these "Hands-On Science and Technology" modules students will examine a wide variety of materials that transmit, reflect and absorb light and sound energy. They will also examine the unique characteristics of light and sound energy. Through hands on investigations, students will learn how light travels, and will use this knowledge to construct simple optical devices. Similarly they will investigate ways that these materials affect or are affected by sound and light, and will expand their knowledge of the properties of materials. Students will learn about how sound is created by vibrations, how it travels, and how a variety of sounds can be produced and controlled. They will have opportunities to discover how the different properties of materials can help in designing products.
Date Published:2003

Although this kit contains specific manuals, the materials and equipment provided will support a variety of the science and technology programs. 1 book "Big Idea Light and Sound", 2 books "Extreme Earsplitters! The World's Loudest Noises, 1 guide "Start Here Guide Light and Sound", 1 manual "Light & Sound Energy", 1 manual "Materials That Transmit Reflect or Absorb Light or Sound, 12 pcs Colored Acetate, 1 Reflective Arm Band, 1 CD of Sounds, 1 Styrofoam Ball, 8 Wooden Blocks, 8 pcs Colored Cellophane, 6 Alarm Clocks, 8pcs Cotton Cloth, 8pcs Felt Cloth, 8pcs Polyester Voile Cloth, 8 pcs Copper Tubing, 6pcs Dowel 3/16", 6 Flashlights, 1pc Garden Hose 1m, 8 Double Concave Lenses, 8 Double Convex Lenses, 8 Mirrors, 3 Optical Instruments Kaleidoscope Octoscope Rattleback, 4pcs Clear Plastic, 4pcs Colored Plastic, 4pcs Frosted Plastic, 4pcs Opaque Plastic, 6 CD's, 4 Bicycle Reflectors, 8 Tuning Forks, 1pc Nichrome Wire 10cm, 12 AA Batteries, 1 box Elastic Bands, 1 roll Fishing Line, 1 bag Toothpicks, 1 box Jumbo Straws, 1 roll String and 1 Safety in Elementary Science & Technology Guide. Recommended for Grade 4 In these "Hands-On Science and Technology" modules students will examine a wide variety of materials that transmit, reflect and absorb light and sound energy. They will also examine the unique characteristics of light and sound energy. Through hands on investigations, students will learn how light travels, and will use this knowledge to construct simple optical devices. Similarly they will investigate ways that these materials affect or are affected by sound and light, and will expand their knowledge of the properties of materials. Students will learn about how sound is created by vibrations, how it travels, and how a variety of sounds can be produced and controlled. They will have opportunities to discover how the different properties of materials can help in designing products.

Date Published:2003

Pulleys and Gears


Although this kit contains a specific manual, the materials and equipment provided will support a variety of the science and technology programs. 1 book "Doctor DeSoto", 1 book "The Inventa Book of Mechanisms", 1 book "Make it Work! Machines", 1 book "The Way Things Work", 1 Curriculum Guide Pulleys and Gears, 1 book "Machines and Work", 1 Gear Box, box of: (10 lrg Gears, 10 med Gears, 10 sm Gears, 15 Inserts for Gears, 30 Fixed Pulleys 10 lrg 10 med 10 sm), box of: (6 lrg Bevel Gears, 6 med Bevel Gears, 10 sm Bevel Gears, 6 ex sm Bevel Gears, 18 Inserts for Bevel Gears, 10 lrg Rack Gears, 10 sm Rack Gears, 5 lrg Worm Gears, 5 sm Worm Gears, 10 Spring Scales 2-5n 2-10n 2-30n 4-50n, 1 manual Egg Beater, 3 prs Work Gloves, 10 Double Sheave Pulleys, 10 Single Sheave Pulleys, 5 Tape Measures, 1 set of 6 Weights 1-1kg 1-500g 2-200g 2-100g, 10pcs Doweling 1/8", 10 pcs Doweling 3/16", 1 pkg Elastic Bands, 15 Threaded Hooks, 15pcs Jinks Wood, 1 pc Nylon Rope 6m, 1 roll String, 1 roll Duct Tape, 10 pr Safety Glasses and 1 Safety In Elementary Science & Technology Guide. Recommended for Grade 4 This kit provides the students with opportunities to learn the basic concepts of mechanics using simple machines: levers, pulleys and gears. It emphasizes a hands-on approach through a well-defined, logical progression of experiences. A variety of materials such as a gear box, and assorted sizes and types of pulleys and gears are included to enable students to complete the design tasks.
Date Published:2001

Although this kit contains a specific manual, the materials and equipment provided will support a variety of the science and technology programs. 1 book "Doctor DeSoto", 1 book "The Inventa Book of Mechanisms", 1 book "Make it Work! Machines", 1 book "The Way Things Work", 1 Curriculum Guide Pulleys and Gears, 1 book "Machines and Work", 1 Gear Box, box of: (10 lrg Gears, 10 med Gears, 10 sm Gears, 15 Inserts for Gears, 30 Fixed Pulleys 10 lrg 10 med 10 sm), box of: (6 lrg Bevel Gears, 6 med Bevel Gears, 10 sm Bevel Gears, 6 ex sm Bevel Gears, 18 Inserts for Bevel Gears, 10 lrg Rack Gears, 10 sm Rack Gears, 5 lrg Worm Gears, 5 sm Worm Gears, 10 Spring Scales 2-5n 2-10n 2-30n 4-50n, 1 manual Egg Beater, 3 prs Work Gloves, 10 Double Sheave Pulleys, 10 Single Sheave Pulleys, 5 Tape Measures, 1 set of 6 Weights 1-1kg 1-500g 2-200g 2-100g, 10pcs Doweling 1/8", 10 pcs Doweling 3/16", 1 pkg Elastic Bands, 15 Threaded Hooks, 15pcs Jinks Wood, 1 pc Nylon Rope 6m, 1 roll String, 1 roll Duct Tape, 10 pr Safety Glasses and 1 Safety In Elementary Science & Technology Guide. Recommended for Grade 4 This kit provides the students with opportunities to learn the basic concepts of mechanics using simple machines: levers, pulleys and gears. It emphasizes a hands-on approach through a well-defined, logical progression of experiences. A variety of materials such as a gear box, and assorted sizes and types of pulleys and gears are included to enable students to complete the design tasks.

Date Published:2001

Habitats and Communities


Although this kit contains a specific manual, the materials and equipment provided will support a variety of the science and technology programs. 1 book "Backyard Birds", 1 book "Crinkleroot's Guide to Knowing Animal Habitats", 1 book "Habitats", 1 book "Kids Canadian Bird", 1 book "A River Ran Wild", 1 book "Tracking and the Art of Seeing", 1 book "Where the Forest Meets the Sea", 1 Curriculum Guide "Habitats and Communities", 1 Overhead Transparency "Bird Beaks", 6 Bone Sorting Charts laminated, 12 Bug Viewers, 12 pr Chopsticks, 12 Clothespins, 1 Flashlight w/Batteries, 1 Hole Punch, 15 Magnifying Glasses, 2 sets Measuring Spoons, 1 pkg Rubber Strips, 12 plastic Spoons, 6 Foil Trays, 3 Trowels, 32 sm Vials, 1pkg assorted Beans, 1 pkg Lima Beans, 35 Plastic Cups, 6pr Non-Latex Gloves, 6 Owl Pellets, 5L Potting Soil, 1pkg Sunflower Seeds in shell, 50 Wooden Stir Sticks, 1 roll String, 1 pkg Toothpicks and 1 Safety In Elementary Science and Technology Guide. Recommended for Grade 4 This kit provides an opportunity to explore and compare ways in which plants and animals satisfy their needs in specific habitats. Students will investigate the interrelationships of plants and animals and their dependency when sharing the same habitat.
Date Published:2001

Although this kit contains a specific manual, the materials and equipment provided will support a variety of the science and technology programs. 1 book "Backyard Birds", 1 book "Crinkleroot's Guide to Knowing Animal Habitats", 1 book "Habitats", 1 book "Kids Canadian Bird", 1 book "A River Ran Wild", 1 book "Tracking and the Art of Seeing", 1 book "Where the Forest Meets the Sea", 1 Curriculum Guide "Habitats and Communities", 1 Overhead Transparency "Bird Beaks", 6 Bone Sorting Charts laminated, 12 Bug Viewers, 12 pr Chopsticks, 12 Clothespins, 1 Flashlight w/Batteries, 1 Hole Punch, 15 Magnifying Glasses, 2 sets Measuring Spoons, 1 pkg Rubber Strips, 12 plastic Spoons, 6 Foil Trays, 3 Trowels, 32 sm Vials, 1pkg assorted Beans, 1 pkg Lima Beans, 35 Plastic Cups, 6pr Non-Latex Gloves, 6 Owl Pellets, 5L Potting Soil, 1pkg Sunflower Seeds in shell, 50 Wooden Stir Sticks, 1 roll String, 1 pkg Toothpicks and 1 Safety In Elementary Science and Technology Guide. Recommended for Grade 4 This kit provides an opportunity to explore and compare ways in which plants and animals satisfy their needs in specific habitats. Students will investigate the interrelationships of plants and animals and their dependency when sharing the same habitat.

Date Published:2001

Movement


Although this kit contains a specific manual, the materials and equipment provided will support a variety of the science and technology programs. . 1 Manual "Movement", 1 book "Pulleys and Gears", 1 book "Ramps and Wedges", 1 book "Rosie's Walk", 1 book "Screws", 1 book "Sledding", 1 book "Wheels and Cranks", 8 Rubber Balls, 8 Ping-Pong Balls, 8 Tennis Balls, 1 C-Clamp, 1 Clothespin, 1 Corkscrew, 1 Doorstop, 20pcs Dowel 1/4"-6" length, 1 Garlic Press, 1 Hacksaw, 2 Hammers, 1 Hole Punch, 1 Mitre Board, 1 Nut and Bolt, 1 Nutcracker, 1 Pencil Sharpener, 1pr Pliers, 8 Ramps, 2 Slot Screwdrivers, 10 Screws, 4 Toy Cars, 8 Cookie Trays, 1pr Tweezers, 40 Washers, 64pcs Dowel 3/16"-18" length, 144 Cardboard Wheels, 1 White Glue, 2pr Safety Glasses and 1 Safety in Elementary Science and Technology Guide. Recommended for Grade 2 In this "Hands-On Science and Technology" module students will explore movement as experienced in their everyday lives. Students will describe the position and movement of objects, design and make simple mechanisms that move, and recognize that different mechanisms move in different ways.
Date Published:2003

Although this kit contains a specific manual, the materials and equipment provided will support a variety of the science and technology programs. . 1 Manual "Movement", 1 book "Pulleys and Gears", 1 book "Ramps and Wedges", 1 book "Rosie's Walk", 1 book "Screws", 1 book "Sledding", 1 book "Wheels and Cranks", 8 Rubber Balls, 8 Ping-Pong Balls, 8 Tennis Balls, 1 C-Clamp, 1 Clothespin, 1 Corkscrew, 1 Doorstop, 20pcs Dowel 1/4"-6" length, 1 Garlic Press, 1 Hacksaw, 2 Hammers, 1 Hole Punch, 1 Mitre Board, 1 Nut and Bolt, 1 Nutcracker, 1 Pencil Sharpener, 1pr Pliers, 8 Ramps, 2 Slot Screwdrivers, 10 Screws, 4 Toy Cars, 8 Cookie Trays, 1pr Tweezers, 40 Washers, 64pcs Dowel 3/16"-18" length, 144 Cardboard Wheels, 1 White Glue, 2pr Safety Glasses and 1 Safety in Elementary Science and Technology Guide. Recommended for Grade 2 In this "Hands-On Science and Technology" module students will explore movement as experienced in their everyday lives. Students will describe the position and movement of objects, design and make simple mechanisms that move, and recognize that different mechanisms move in different ways.

Date Published:2003

Everyday Structures


NOTE: This kit has been completely updated for September 2018. Although this kit contains a specific manual, the materials and equipment provided will support a variety of the science and technology programs. . 1 Teachers Guide-Grade 1 Understanding Structures and Mechanisms, 1 Guide - building structures with young children, 1Guide - Iggy Peck’s Big Project Book For Amazing Architects, 5 Photos (Building, Kite, Sailboat, Bridge, Windmill), 1Booklet- Art Straws,1 Book û Look at that Building,1 Book- Cat on a Chimney,1Bookû The Most Magnificent Thing,1 Book- Misbuilding/Untransport: Function and Design,1 Book- Paper Skyscraper,1Bookû Iggy Peck, Architect,1 Book - The Three Little Pigs an Architectural Tale,1Pkg. Straws & Connectors, 6 Air Straw Connectors,1Pkg. Washers - 8 Large, 12 Medium, 12 Small, 4 Rulers,2 Pkgs.Pipe Cleaners, 15cm,2 Pkg. Pipe Cleaners, 30cm,2 Boxes Straws, Jumbo,50 Straws, Paper - 25 narrow and 25 wide,1 Roll Tape, Masking, 18mm,1 Roll Tape, Scotch,2 Boxes Brass Fasteners, 200 Jinx wood,150 Dowels,1 Pkg Modeling Clay,1 Roll String,3 pkgs Assorted Fabric,1 Bottle Wood Glue,1 Box Popsicle Sticks, 2 Pkgs Dog House Building Activity (Package 1 :Popsicle Sticks, Toothpicks, White Modeling clay (in lieu of marshmallows),White Glue Package 2:Engineering Design Form, Construction Paper, Graph Paper ). Recommended for Grade 1 This kit contains small pieces of jinx wood, popsicle sticks dowels and teachers' resources to promote the building of some simple structures. Selected primary books, straws, connectors and pipe cleaners are provided to support student learning.
Date Published:1998

NOTE: This kit has been completely updated for September 2018. Although this kit contains a specific manual, the materials and equipment provided will support a variety of the science and technology programs. . 1 Teachers Guide-Grade 1 Understanding Structures and Mechanisms, 1 Guide - building structures with young children, 1Guide - Iggy Peck’s Big Project Book For Amazing Architects, 5 Photos (Building, Kite, Sailboat, Bridge, Windmill), 1Booklet- Art Straws,1 Book û Look at that Building,1 Book- Cat on a Chimney,1Bookû The Most Magnificent Thing,1 Book- Misbuilding/Untransport: Function and Design,1 Book- Paper Skyscraper,1Bookû Iggy Peck, Architect,1 Book - The Three Little Pigs an Architectural Tale,1Pkg. Straws & Connectors, 6 Air Straw Connectors,1Pkg. Washers - 8 Large, 12 Medium, 12 Small, 4 Rulers,2 Pkgs.Pipe Cleaners, 15cm,2 Pkg. Pipe Cleaners, 30cm,2 Boxes Straws, Jumbo,50 Straws, Paper - 25 narrow and 25 wide,1 Roll Tape, Masking, 18mm,1 Roll Tape, Scotch,2 Boxes Brass Fasteners, 200 Jinx wood,150 Dowels,1 Pkg Modeling Clay,1 Roll String,3 pkgs Assorted Fabric,1 Bottle Wood Glue,1 Box Popsicle Sticks, 2 Pkgs Dog House Building Activity (Package 1 :Popsicle Sticks, Toothpicks, White Modeling clay (in lieu of marshmallows),White Glue Package 2:Engineering Design Form, Construction Paper, Graph Paper ). Recommended for Grade 1 This kit contains small pieces of jinx wood, popsicle sticks dowels and teachers' resources to promote the building of some simple structures. Selected primary books, straws, connectors and pipe cleaners are provided to support student learning.

Date Published:1998

Air and Water


Although this kit contains specific manuals, the materials and equipment provided will support a variety of the science and technology programs. . 1 Manual "Air & Water in the Environment", 1 Manual "Energy from Wind and Moving Water", 1 book "Air is All Around You", 1 book "Air-What Living Things Need", 1 book "Did a Dinosaur Drink This Water", 1 book "Down Comes the Rain", 1 book "Feel the Wind", 1 book "How We Use Water", 1 book "The Lorax", 1 book "The Magic School Bus Wet All Over", 1 book "Water", 1 book "What Living Things Need-Water", 8 Table Tennis Balls, 6pcs Bamboo, 1 Toy Boat, 1 Hair Dryer, 1 Kettle, 1 Pinwheel, 8 Empty Spools, 1 Thermometer, 1 Windsock, 1 Bubble Fluid w/Wand, 32 BBQ Skewers, 4pcs Dowel 20cm, 4pcs Dowel 30cm, 1 pc Faux Fur, 32 Feathers, 1 spool Fishing Line, 1 Food Colouring 60ml, 32 Flexible Straws, 1 roll Kite String and 1 Safety in Elementary Science and Technology Guide. Recommended for Grade 2 These "Hands-On Science and Technology" modules expand on the students' understanding of different forms of energy and on how the different forms of energy can be used, as well as the characteristics of air and the various forms of water in the environment. Students will investigate changes in air and water as they are heated and cooled and learn about their movement through the environment. Students will design and construct their own wind and water propelled devices, and identify wind and moving water as renewable sources of energy.
Date Published:2003

Although this kit contains specific manuals, the materials and equipment provided will support a variety of the science and technology programs. . 1 Manual "Air & Water in the Environment", 1 Manual "Energy from Wind and Moving Water", 1 book "Air is All Around You", 1 book "Air-What Living Things Need", 1 book "Did a Dinosaur Drink This Water", 1 book "Down Comes the Rain", 1 book "Feel the Wind", 1 book "How We Use Water", 1 book "The Lorax", 1 book "The Magic School Bus Wet All Over", 1 book "Water", 1 book "What Living Things Need-Water", 8 Table Tennis Balls, 6pcs Bamboo, 1 Toy Boat, 1 Hair Dryer, 1 Kettle, 1 Pinwheel, 8 Empty Spools, 1 Thermometer, 1 Windsock, 1 Bubble Fluid w/Wand, 32 BBQ Skewers, 4pcs Dowel 20cm, 4pcs Dowel 30cm, 1 pc Faux Fur, 32 Feathers, 1 spool Fishing Line, 1 Food Colouring 60ml, 32 Flexible Straws, 1 roll Kite String and 1 Safety in Elementary Science and Technology Guide. Recommended for Grade 2 These "Hands-On Science and Technology" modules expand on the students' understanding of different forms of energy and on how the different forms of energy can be used, as well as the characteristics of air and the various forms of water in the environment. Students will investigate changes in air and water as they are heated and cooled and learn about their movement through the environment. Students will design and construct their own wind and water propelled devices, and identify wind and moving water as renewable sources of energy.

Date Published:2003

Technology Hand Tool Kit.


Primary ($40), Junior ($60), or Intermediate ($90) Building Materials can be purchased from the Science and Technology Loan Centres to support this kit. Search the Insignia catalogue for 'Building Materials' to review the contents for each division. 1 binder "Design, Build, Fix, Create and Innovate Your Future", 1 book "Design and Make Activities - TTS" 1 book "Inventeering Problem Solving Approach", 1 Centre Punch Awl, 3 Bench Hook/Mitre Box 2 lrg 1 sm, 2 C-Clamps 3", 4 F-Clamps 6", 2 Pistol Grip Drills, 1 Traditional Hand Drill, 15 Drill Bits 5-1/8 5-3/16 5-5/32, 1 set 3 Hand Files, 3 Glue Guns, 1 Hole Punch 6mm heavy duty, 5 Jinx Jointers, 1 set 3 Pliers, 1 Metal Safety Ruler metric, 1 Sanding Block, 3 Junior Hacksaws, 3 Ultra Thin Razor Saws, 4pr Safety Scissors, 1 Tape Measure 12'/3.5m, 1 set 5 Stubby Screwdrivers, 10 sm Glue Sticks, 12 pr Safety Glasses and 1 Safety In Elementary Science and Technology Guide. Recommended for Grades 1 to 8. This kit scaffolds development of technological problem-solving through designing and building. It contains a class set of tools and materials appropriate for the construction of mechanical devices, structures, prototypes, etc. The materials and equipment provided will support a variety of the Science and Technology programs. Tag word - tool kit - hands on technology.
Date Published:2008

Primary ($40), Junior ($60), or Intermediate ($90) Building Materials can be purchased from the Science and Technology Loan Centres to support this kit. Search the Insignia catalogue for 'Building Materials' to review the contents for each division. 1 binder "Design, Build, Fix, Create and Innovate Your Future", 1 book "Design and Make Activities - TTS" 1 book "Inventeering Problem Solving Approach", 1 Centre Punch Awl, 3 Bench Hook/Mitre Box 2 lrg 1 sm, 2 C-Clamps 3", 4 F-Clamps 6", 2 Pistol Grip Drills, 1 Traditional Hand Drill, 15 Drill Bits 5-1/8 5-3/16 5-5/32, 1 set 3 Hand Files, 3 Glue Guns, 1 Hole Punch 6mm heavy duty, 5 Jinx Jointers, 1 set 3 Pliers, 1 Metal Safety Ruler metric, 1 Sanding Block, 3 Junior Hacksaws, 3 Ultra Thin Razor Saws, 4pr Safety Scissors, 1 Tape Measure 12'/3.5m, 1 set 5 Stubby Screwdrivers, 10 sm Glue Sticks, 12 pr Safety Glasses and 1 Safety In Elementary Science and Technology Guide. Recommended for Grades 1 to 8. This kit scaffolds development of technological problem-solving through designing and building. It contains a class set of tools and materials appropriate for the construction of mechanical devices, structures, prototypes, etc. The materials and equipment provided will support a variety of the Science and Technology programs. Tag word - tool kit - hands on technology.

Date Published:2008

Primary Outdoor Inquiry


1 guide "Discovering Nature with Young Children", 1 book "Backyard Birds", 1 book "Bugs of Ontario", 3 books "Butterflies of Toronto", 1 book "Habitats", 1 book "The Kids Canadian Tree Book", 1 pamphlet "Start Here Guide", 1 instruction sheet "Pocket Microscope", 1 instruction sheet "Terrarium w/lid, 3 Binoculars, 12 Bug Viewers, 4 plastic Collection Bottles 250ml, 4 plastic Collection Bottles 500ml, 1 Compass, 25 sm Hand Lenses, 6 Paint Brushes, 3 Pocket Microscopes, 6 Rulers 30cm, 25 plastic Spoons, 1 Spray Bottle, 6 Cloth Tape Measures, 1 lrg Terrarium w/lid, 6 Tripod Magnifiers, 6 Trowels, 6 AA Batteries, 1 container Charcoal 75ml, 25 plastic Cups 8oz, 1 Drainage Piece-Styrofoam w/holes, 50 Popsicle Sticks, 4L Soil and 1 Safety In Elementary Science and Technology Guide. Recommended for grades K to 3. Students use inquiry skills to explore nature both inside and outside the classroom. This kit contains tools and materials for observing, exploring, and collecting in the outdoor environment. The materials and equipment will support a variety of strands and grades from the Science & Technology curriculum, as well as support learning in the Kindergarten program.
Date Published:2012

1 guide "Discovering Nature with Young Children", 1 book "Backyard Birds", 1 book "Bugs of Ontario", 3 books "Butterflies of Toronto", 1 book "Habitats", 1 book "The Kids Canadian Tree Book", 1 pamphlet "Start Here Guide", 1 instruction sheet "Pocket Microscope", 1 instruction sheet "Terrarium w/lid, 3 Binoculars, 12 Bug Viewers, 4 plastic Collection Bottles 250ml, 4 plastic Collection Bottles 500ml, 1 Compass, 25 sm Hand Lenses, 6 Paint Brushes, 3 Pocket Microscopes, 6 Rulers 30cm, 25 plastic Spoons, 1 Spray Bottle, 6 Cloth Tape Measures, 1 lrg Terrarium w/lid, 6 Tripod Magnifiers, 6 Trowels, 6 AA Batteries, 1 container Charcoal 75ml, 25 plastic Cups 8oz, 1 Drainage Piece-Styrofoam w/holes, 50 Popsicle Sticks, 4L Soil and 1 Safety In Elementary Science and Technology Guide. Recommended for grades K to 3. Students use inquiry skills to explore nature both inside and outside the classroom. This kit contains tools and materials for observing, exploring, and collecting in the outdoor environment. The materials and equipment will support a variety of strands and grades from the Science & Technology curriculum, as well as support learning in the Kindergarten program.

Date Published:2012

Biodiversity


Life Systems. 1 ea Biodiversity Series-Butterflies, Fish, Mammals, Spiders, Reptile and Amphibians, Mushrooms, Trees, Shrubs and vines, Bees. Activity Guide- Our Urban Pollinators. 1 ea Peterson Guides-Birds, Insects and Wild Flowers. 1 ea Teacher and Investigations Manual "Grade 6 Biodiversity 2014", 8 AA Batteries, 2 chewed Beaver Wood, 4 Bug Viewers, 1 set Animal Flash Cards, 1 set Insect Rubbing Plates 16 pcs, 2 Leaf & Flower Presses plus cardboard, 2 lrg glass Folding Magnifiers, 4 Pocket Microscopes, 1 box Real Bug Insect, 1 Stereo Microscope, 8 Tweezers, 2 Seed Packages and 1 Safety In Elementary Science and Technology Guide. This kit supports the implementation of the Grade 6 Biodiversity unit of the Science and Technology Curriculum, and can also support Interactions In The Environment.
Date Published:2014

Life Systems. 1 ea Biodiversity Series-Butterflies, Fish, Mammals, Spiders, Reptile and Amphibians, Mushrooms, Trees, Shrubs and vines, Bees. Activity Guide- Our Urban Pollinators. 1 ea Peterson Guides-Birds, Insects and Wild Flowers. 1 ea Teacher and Investigations Manual "Grade 6 Biodiversity 2014", 8 AA Batteries, 2 chewed Beaver Wood, 4 Bug Viewers, 1 set Animal Flash Cards, 1 set Insect Rubbing Plates 16 pcs, 2 Leaf & Flower Presses plus cardboard, 2 lrg glass Folding Magnifiers, 4 Pocket Microscopes, 1 box Real Bug Insect, 1 Stereo Microscope, 8 Tweezers, 2 Seed Packages and 1 Safety In Elementary Science and Technology Guide. This kit supports the implementation of the Grade 6 Biodiversity unit of the Science and Technology Curriculum, and can also support Interactions In The Environment.

Date Published:2014

Skeleton


The materials and equipment provided will support a variety of the science and technology programs. 1 Skeleton with the following parts: Base with Metal Post, Head, Limbs and Torso. 1 Matching Challenge Game: 19 Cards, 1 roll Masking Tape, 1 Skeleton Chart, Packing Styrofoam and 1 Safety in Elementary Science and Technology Guide. A full 5' 6" John Hopkins University fully articulated skeleton with stand. Comes complete with guide and poster.
Date Published:2003

The materials and equipment provided will support a variety of the science and technology programs. 1 Skeleton with the following parts: Base with Metal Post, Head, Limbs and Torso. 1 Matching Challenge Game: 19 Cards, 1 roll Masking Tape, 1 Skeleton Chart, Packing Styrofoam and 1 Safety in Elementary Science and Technology Guide. A full 5' 6" John Hopkins University fully articulated skeleton with stand. Comes complete with guide and poster.

Date Published:2003

Inquiry Through Light and Shadows


1 book "Guess Who's Shadow", 1 book "Shadows and Reflections", 1 Teachers Guide "Inquiry Through Light and Shadows", 1 vial assorted Beads, 1 pc Burlap 25x25cm, 1 vial assorted Buttons, 2 Cellophane Sheets(2 colours), 2 Clipboards, 1 set Colour Paddles, 5 assorted Cookie Cutters, 8 Incandescent Flashlights, 2 Food Colouring Red & Green, 5 Letter Shapes, 5 lrg Magnifiers 3x6x, 5 plastic Medicine Droppers, 1 pc Nylon Mesh, 10 plastic Mirrors, 1 Optical Devices-1 Kaleidoscope & 1 pr Bug Glasses, 2 Acrylic Prisms, 1 ea Clear & Frosted Plexiglass, 5 Translucent Plexiglass-5 Colours, 5 Power Polygons-5 shapes, 2 Reflectors-1 Bike & 1 Arm Band, 5 hollow Acylic Rods-5 colours, 5 solid Acylic Rods-5 colours, 1 Shadow Puppet-Wooden Acrobat Man, 10 plastic Test Tubes w/Lid, 2 pcs Flexible Tubing 20cm-1 opaque & 1 transparent, 10 assorted Washers, 5 assorted Wooden Shapes, 16 D-Cell Batteries, 1 pc Bubble Wrap 25x25cm and 1 Safety In Elementary Science & Technology Guide. Recommended for Kindergarten. This kit provides students an opportunity to explore and compare ways in which light and shadows interact with different materials. Students can investigate the interrelationships of light from various sources using opaque, translucent objects and shapes made from various materials.
Date Published:2009

1 book "Guess Who's Shadow", 1 book "Shadows and Reflections", 1 Teachers Guide "Inquiry Through Light and Shadows", 1 vial assorted Beads, 1 pc Burlap 25x25cm, 1 vial assorted Buttons, 2 Cellophane Sheets(2 colours), 2 Clipboards, 1 set Colour Paddles, 5 assorted Cookie Cutters, 8 Incandescent Flashlights, 2 Food Colouring Red & Green, 5 Letter Shapes, 5 lrg Magnifiers 3x6x, 5 plastic Medicine Droppers, 1 pc Nylon Mesh, 10 plastic Mirrors, 1 Optical Devices-1 Kaleidoscope & 1 pr Bug Glasses, 2 Acrylic Prisms, 1 ea Clear & Frosted Plexiglass, 5 Translucent Plexiglass-5 Colours, 5 Power Polygons-5 shapes, 2 Reflectors-1 Bike & 1 Arm Band, 5 hollow Acylic Rods-5 colours, 5 solid Acylic Rods-5 colours, 1 Shadow Puppet-Wooden Acrobat Man, 10 plastic Test Tubes w/Lid, 2 pcs Flexible Tubing 20cm-1 opaque & 1 transparent, 10 assorted Washers, 5 assorted Wooden Shapes, 16 D-Cell Batteries, 1 pc Bubble Wrap 25x25cm and 1 Safety In Elementary Science & Technology Guide. Recommended for Kindergarten. This kit provides students an opportunity to explore and compare ways in which light and shadows interact with different materials. Students can investigate the interrelationships of light from various sources using opaque, translucent objects and shapes made from various materials.

Date Published:2009

Heat in the Environment


Earth & Space. Temperature probes and infra-red heat sensor with manuals, UV coated glass plus stand, heat lamp, thermometers, hot plate, curriculum guide, product life cycle posters, Toronto temperature map. Recommended for Grade 7. This Kit provides students opportunities to learn basic concepts of the role energy plays in our environment, from the urban heat island effect to global warming. Included are temperature probes and infra-red sensors that allow students to collect and analyze data in ways that were impossible in the past.
Date Published:2008

Earth & Space. Temperature probes and infra-red heat sensor with manuals, UV coated glass plus stand, heat lamp, thermometers, hot plate, curriculum guide, product life cycle posters, Toronto temperature map. Recommended for Grade 7. This Kit provides students opportunities to learn basic concepts of the role energy plays in our environment, from the urban heat island effect to global warming. Included are temperature probes and infra-red sensors that allow students to collect and analyze data in ways that were impossible in the past.

Date Published:2008

Robotics Kit Lego EV3


To be booked by the Principal only. The principal can order by emailing scitechrobotics@tdsb.on.ca. Introduction to Educational Robotics: EV3 in the Classroom is an educational tool for teachers, instructors, counsellors and parents who want to work on robotics projects with young people aged 10 to 14. it was created as a comprehensive guide to the concepts and skills required to complete a classroom robotics project. 1 Guide - Introduction to Educational Robotics 3 preassembled LEGO EV3's which includes 541 pieces. Robotics is the tool of choice for problem-based learning and constructivism, and its educational potential extends well beyond the fields of mathematics, science and technology. Robotics helps to decompartmentalize learning, and actively promotes students' assimilation of concepts in various subjects - including languages (English and French), social studies, and the arts - and their acquisition of cross-curricular skills.
Date Published:

To be booked by the Principal only. The principal can order by emailing scitechrobotics@tdsb.on.ca. Introduction to Educational Robotics: EV3 in the Classroom is an educational tool for teachers, instructors, counsellors and parents who want to work on robotics projects with young people aged 10 to 14. it was created as a comprehensive guide to the concepts and skills required to complete a classroom robotics project. 1 Guide - Introduction to Educational Robotics 3 preassembled LEGO EV3's which includes 541 pieces. Robotics is the tool of choice for problem-based learning and constructivism, and its educational potential extends well beyond the fields of mathematics, science and technology. Robotics helps to decompartmentalize learning, and actively promotes students' assimilation of concepts in various subjects - including languages (English and French), social studies, and the arts - and their acquisition of cross-curricular skills.

Date Published:

Microscopes


4 Boreal Microscope Guides, 12 Medicine Droppers, 4 Microscopes w/dust covers, 24 Well Slides for water samples-(Pond, River, Fish Tank), 1 box glass Microscope Slides, 6 Tweezers, 1 box Cover Slips, 1 pkg Optical Lens Wipes and 1 Safety In Elementary Science and Technology Guide.
Date Published:1995

Learning to Innovate


Structures & Mechanisms. 7 books "A Native American Thought of It", "Africans Thought of It", "Latin Americans Thought of It", The Arab World Thought of It", "The Chinese Thought of It", The Inuit Thought of It" and "The New Way Things Work", Magazine "100 Ideas, Inventions &Discoveries that Will Change the World", Start Here Guide, Bag Clips, Cam Buckles, Can Opener, Cord Locks, Cups, Egg Beater, Garlic Crusher, Manual Hand Drill, Pistol Grip Hand Drill, Magnifying Lens, Pencil Cases, Scissors, Side Release Buckles,2 Solar Elephants(1 disassembled), 2 Solar Flying Pigs(1disassembled). The Innovation Exercise Kit provides materials and teaching ideas to support the invention process for middle school students. With this kit, teachers can set up to 8 different learning centres which provide students with multiple opportunities to critically think about the design process. A Start Here Guide and a Learning Centres and Background Information document can be downloaded from the Hyperlinks section.
Date Published:2014

Structures & Mechanisms. 7 books "A Native American Thought of It", "Africans Thought of It", "Latin Americans Thought of It", The Arab World Thought of It", "The Chinese Thought of It", The Inuit Thought of It" and "The New Way Things Work", Magazine "100 Ideas, Inventions &Discoveries that Will Change the World", Start Here Guide, Bag Clips, Cam Buckles, Can Opener, Cord Locks, Cups, Egg Beater, Garlic Crusher, Manual Hand Drill, Pistol Grip Hand Drill, Magnifying Lens, Pencil Cases, Scissors, Side Release Buckles,2 Solar Elephants(1 disassembled), 2 Solar Flying Pigs(1disassembled). The Innovation Exercise Kit provides materials and teaching ideas to support the invention process for middle school students. With this kit, teachers can set up to 8 different learning centres which provide students with multiple opportunities to critically think about the design process. A Start Here Guide and a Learning Centres and Background Information document can be downloaded from the Hyperlinks section.

Date Published:2014

Water


Although this kit contains a specific manual, the materials and equipment provided will support a variety of the science and technology programs. 1 Early Years Document "Water in the Kindergarten Program", 1 book "Exploring Water w/Young Children, 1 Rubber Ball, 1 Basin, 1 Displacement Pail, 12 Medicine Droppers, 3 Funnels, 3 assorted Graduated Cylinders, 6 lrg Magnifying Glasses, 1 Plumber's Nightmare, 2 Sieves, 3 assorted Syringes, 1 Tornado Tube, 1 pc Flexible Tubing, 1 Water Mill, 1 Water Pump, 1 bottle Yellow Food Colouring 60ml, 1 bottle Green Food Colouring 60ml and 1 Safety In Elementary Science and Technology Guide. Recommended for Grade K This collection of materials will support the Water Centre in the Kindergarten Program. It will involve children in exploring, investigating and problem solving around the common properties of water e.g. using tubes to direct the flow of water and forms of technology, e.g. using a water pump. As teachers observe and interact with the children, they will discover many uses and activities for the materials in this box. For suggestions please refer to the document, Water in the Kindergarten Program, (Toronto District School Board, 2001) included in this kit.
Date Published:1995

Although this kit contains a specific manual, the materials and equipment provided will support a variety of the science and technology programs. 1 Early Years Document "Water in the Kindergarten Program", 1 book "Exploring Water w/Young Children, 1 Rubber Ball, 1 Basin, 1 Displacement Pail, 12 Medicine Droppers, 3 Funnels, 3 assorted Graduated Cylinders, 6 lrg Magnifying Glasses, 1 Plumber's Nightmare, 2 Sieves, 3 assorted Syringes, 1 Tornado Tube, 1 pc Flexible Tubing, 1 Water Mill, 1 Water Pump, 1 bottle Yellow Food Colouring 60ml, 1 bottle Green Food Colouring 60ml and 1 Safety In Elementary Science and Technology Guide. Recommended for Grade K This collection of materials will support the Water Centre in the Kindergarten Program. It will involve children in exploring, investigating and problem solving around the common properties of water e.g. using tubes to direct the flow of water and forms of technology, e.g. using a water pump. As teachers observe and interact with the children, they will discover many uses and activities for the materials in this box. For suggestions please refer to the document, Water in the Kindergarten Program, (Toronto District School Board, 2001) included in this kit.

Date Published:1995