This unit brings the world of science into the classroom of a second language teacher through simple experiments that require very little preparation but have a high interest value for the class. It presents a fun, light-hearted look at science for the non-scientist teacher and the second language student. Students will learn some basic scientific vocabulary, while also discovering the scientific process through motivating hands-on experiments. Throughout the unit students are shown the scientific inquiry process of identifying a question, listing the materials required, conducting and describing the experiment, analyzing the result and coming up with a conclusion. Along the way, they also learn about Francophone cultural components that are linked to their science theme.

Final Task: Students work in small groups to create a science show for a younger audience. The show features fun and motivating science experiments. Each member in a group is integrated in the final presentation as host, expert, or lab technician.

Each Starter Kit contains the following: 30 Student Books, 1 Teacher Resource Book, 1 CD, 1 Video, Language and Strategy Cards, and 1 Storage/Carrying Case.

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