1. Kevin Stinson Regional Manager Phone: 513. 900
Kevin Stinson Regional Manager Phone: *

2. 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 EDC, and SEPUP at Lawrence Hall of Science) *

3. 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 address advanced topics (Chem 2)
Teacher’s guide supports use, reading strategies, extensions
Powerpoints, ExamView
On-line student books available *

4. 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 *

5. 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 *

6. 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 *

7. 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 *

8. 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… *

9. 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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