Publisher's Synopsis
"Evans Bookshelf" is a series of photocopiable books for use in the classroom at Key Stages 1 and 2. Each title includes a guide to using the book, suggestions for classroom discussion and a topic web giving a breakdown of the subject areas covered. As well as covering National Curriculum requirements, the books provide a basis for cross-curricular work.;This title offers a wide range of activities which explore topics such as magnetism, meteorology and human respiration. Scientific vocabulary is introduced, scientific theories explored and abstract concepts explained.;Photocopiable sheets are provided for classroom work or for use with individual children. Topic webs provide an at-a-glance breakdown of those areas of the National Curriculum that are covered by the different activities. A pupil's own checklist allows children to assess their own work and a teacher's checklist can be used to keep an on-going record of each child's progress. Follow-up activities are suggested for use if further study is required.