Students try experiments, like magnets going through water, plastic, wood and paper. Then they give predictions, such as determining how many paper clips the magnet can pickup and which bar magnet is the strongest. Initially, the teacher serves as the facilitator and the student serves as the learner. Students can keep a science journal, and their reports can be read to students in class in order to compare the results they get on hands-on activities done at home. Kits also contain worksheets for students to use.
Students can share their kits and can work other student kits.
This hands-on supplementary science kit program gives each child an opportunity to be involved in science. It develops student interest in science and leads to improved scores in both IGAP and CTBS testing. These kits are used to supplement science teaching in the classroom. The contents of the kits are common household items which are easily accessible materials. This program encourages parent involvement with their children at home and facilitates parent involvement at school.