The primary purpose of KIDS KITS is to enhance thinking skills. Higher levels of thinking are developed as students articulate questions, locate and use resources, organize information, and plan a presentation or product to demonstrate what they have learned. Engaging in this type of in-depth study develops the ability to reason and to write and communicate effectively. Problem solving and career education are integrated throughout the process. Attainment of Goal 2 is facilitated by assuring that all students experience challenge and success in their learning activities, thus developing or increasing positive attitudes towards school.
Parent involvement is encouraged.
Evidence of Effectiveness Interview data for students in grades 1-8 have been collected at the original school and at 13 adoption sites located in eight different states. Sites vary from small rural to large urban. The significance levels varied from .03 to .001. Requirements Staff at the adopting school develop at least six kits, using a wide variety of print and nonprint materials. Much of this material already is found in most schools.