Complete Introduction to Earth & Space (Grades 3-5)

Explore the amazing world of Earth & Space with the Complete Introduction to Earth & Space kit (Grades 3-5) from Home Science Tools. This kit will take you on a journey through the field of Earth & Space, studying weather, geology, astronomy, and environmental science. This kit focuses on the observable features and phenomena of Earth, as well as the Solar System. It's a great way to explore the world around us and to get started on your solar system science project.

Earth & Space is the area of science that deals with the natural phenomena that occur on, within, and around Earth, including that which occurs in space. This kit is the perfect launch pad for a solar system science project.

The kit includes 17 unique, hands-on activities, the necessary science supplies to complete experiments, and a 50-page full-color manual. The primary topics covered in this kit include:

• Weather
• Seasons
• Astronomy
• Environmental Science
• Geological Formations
• Rocks and Minerals

Your student will experience Earth & Space topics including:

• Earth's tilt
• Stalactites and stalagmites
• The Water Cycle
• Local weather

They will also answer questions such as:

• Is the Earth tilted?
• What are the phases of the Moon?
• How does salinity and density impact currents?
• What are the properties of rocks and minerals?

Interested in learning more? Check out our Complete Introduction to Earth & Space (Grades 3-5) Sample!

More Information

• Safety Information (SDS)

• Mini Weather Station

• Compass
• 2 17-oz Bottles
• Cap for 17-oz Bottle
• Matches
• Bottle Connector
• Sand
• Inflatable Globe
• 2 Probes
• Masking Tape
• Penlight
• Foam Ball
• Refracting Telescope Kit
• Sandwich Cookies
• Marker
• Zip-close Bag
• Stirring Rod
• 6 Color Mixing Tablets
• Pie Plate
• Coffee Filter
• Epsom Salt
• 4 Cups
• Plastic Box
• String
• Geode
• Streak Plate
• Talc
• Slate
• Granite
• Sandstone
• Copper Coin
• Nail

In addition, you will need the following household items:

• Coloring Supplies
• Water
• Teaspoon
• Scissors
• Sock
• Hammer
• Fingernail

• 5-ESS1-2 Represent data in graphical displays to reveal patterns of daily changes in length and direction of shadows, day and night, and the seasonal appearance of some stars in the night sky.
• 4-ESS1-1 Identify evidence from patterns in rock formations and fossils in rock layers to support an explanation for changes in a landscape over time.
• 4-ESS2-2 Analyze and interpret data from maps to describe patterns of Earth’s features.