Kevin Stinson Regional Manager Phone: 513. 900 Kevin Stinson Regional Manager Phone: 513.900.0642 Email: kstinson@lab-aids.com *
Who We Are….. Grade 5-12 science publisher since 1963 Middle school High School Environmental Science, Physical Science, Biology, Chemistry Modules (SEPUP) and topic targeted kits (i.e., blood typing, molecular model building, rock cycle) From Complete Core Curricula to Units and Activity kits Former Teachers, Science Specialists, and Partnerships with Curriculum Developers (Ergopedia@MIT, EDC, and SEPUP at Lawrence Hall of Science) *
A Natural Approach to Chemistry Our Student Book… Chapters 1-4 address foundational ideas (sets stage) Chapters 1-14 follow innovative conceptual framework and address chemistry basics (Chem 1) Chapters 15-21 address advanced topics (Chem 2) Teacher’s guide supports use, reading strategies, extensions Powerpoints, ExamView On-line student books available *
A Natural Approach to Chemistry Our Student Book… One topic per page gauges development of understanding of singular concepts before connecting to others Written in outline form New vocabulary at bottom of page Written at 9th grade reading level Solved problems make thinking visible Real-world applications Synthesis ideas *
A Natural Approach to Chemistry Our Lab Manual… Separate lab manual teacher’s guide designed to support investigations 58 tested, engaging and content-rich labs Full-color book Students can easily follow investigations Each concept introduced through guided inquiry *
A Natural Approach to Chemistry No open flames No toxic materials references No disposal issues— products down the drain with water No need for fume hoods Our Equipment… Novel tools dimensional analysis cards spectrum cards atom models obsertainers distillation apparatus *
A Natural Approach to Chemistry Our LAB-Master… Modern tools for modern chemistry Temperature probe Voltage probe Programmable heater RGB spectrophotometer Rechargeable – run for 1 week on a single charge Graphics display Computer access to data on simple SD cards (just like your digital camera) SPILL RESISTANT! Intuitive for students to use Better student data Excel used for data program *
A Natural Approach to Chemistry PowerPoints Absentia Classroom animations and video Differentiated student skill sheets Online student texts ExamView AND: Equipment that students use Our Ancillaries… *
A Natural Approach to Chemistry What’s different between our chemistry program and others? Equipment Allowance of $30 for each Student Text and Lab Manual purchased LAB-AIDS® Catalyst Project – try BEFORE you buy! Content Expertise Access to authors Tailored professional development at no additional cost Building Durable Understandings *
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