Holt science spectrum, a balanced approach

Subjects:

	Mathematics
	Science Chemistry. Earth science. Life Science. Physical Science. Physics. Space sciences.

Resource Type:
Lessons and activities; Teacher guides; Textbooks.

Languages:
English; Spanish.

Abstract:
This textbook, written for grades 9-12, sequentially covers topics in chemistry, physics, human biology, Earth science, and space science. In addition, mathematical applications are woven into every lesson. The text utilizes numerous supporting features to scaffold student comprehension. For example, Real World Application and Connections To boxes connect the material to everyday life, whereas math skills are reinforced through practice questions and Math Skills tutorials. Similarly, student critical thinking is supported through Inquiry Labs and Design Your Own Labs. Color photos and diagrams augment the material. Supplemental materials include worksheets, math skills lessons, and enrichment resources. A CD for Spanish-speaking students supports their conceptual learning by providing a verbal translation of both the text and diagrams. (Author/KRG)

Table of Contents:
[Teacher's guide:]
Teacher's introduction
     Program overview
     Reading skills
     Mathematics skills
     Cross-discipline options
     Student-centered features
     Labs and activities
     Assessment
     Technology
     Internet support
     Lesson planning
     Annotated teacher's edition
     National Science Education Standards and correlations
     Safety in the laboratory
     Master materials list
Student text
     1. Introduction to science
          Tailoring the program to your classroom
          Planning guide
               The nature of science
               The way science works
               Organizing data
               Chapter review
Unit 1. The nature of matter
     2. Matter
          Tailoring the program to your classroom
          Planning guide
               What is matter?
               Matter and energy
               Properties of matter
               Chapter review
     3. Atoms and the Periodic Table
          Tailoring the program to your classroom
          Planning guide
               Atomic structure
               A guided tour of the Periodic Table
               Families of elements
               Using moles to count atoms
               Chapter review
     4. The structure of matter
          Tailoring the program to your classroom
          Planning guide
               Compounds and molecules
               Ionic and covalent bonding
               Compound names and formulas
               Organic and biochemical compounds
               Chapter review
Unit 2. Changes in matter
     5. Chemical reactions
          Tailoring the program to your classroom
          Planning guide
               The nature of chemical reactions
               Reaction types
               Balancing chemical equations
               Rates of change
               Chapter review
     6. Nuclear changes
          Tailoring the program to your classroom
          Planning guide
               What is radioactivity?
               Nuclear fission and fusion
               Dangers and benefits of nuclear radiation
               Chapter review
Unit 3. Motion and energy
     7. Motion and forces
          Tailoring the program to your classroom
          Planning guide
               Motion
               Acceleration and force
               Newton's laws of motion
               Chapter review
     8. Work and energy
          Tailoring the program to your classroom
          Planning guide
               Work, power, and machines
               Simple machines
               What is energy?
               Conservation of energy
               Chapter review
     9. Heat and temperature
          Tailoring the program to your classroom
          Planning guide
               Temperature
               Energy transfer
               Using heat
               Chapter review
Unit 4. Using energy
     10. Waves
          Tailoring the program to your classroom
          Planning guide
               Types of waves
               Characteristics of waves
               Wave interactions
               Chapter review
     11. Electricity
          Tailoring the program to your classroom
          Planning guide
               Electric charge and force
               Current
               Circuits
               Magnets and electromagnetism
               Chapter review
     12. Communication technology
          Tailoring the program to your classroom
          Planning guide
               Signals and telecommunication
               Telephone, radio, and television
               Computers and the Internet
               Chapter review
Unit 5. The human body
     13 Food and diet
          Tailoring the program to your classroom
          Planning guide
               Nutrients and diet
               Energy and food
               Digestion
               Chapter review
     14. Circulation and respiration
          Tailoring the program to your classroom
          Planning guide
               Circulation and the heart
               Breathing and the lungs
               Smoking and disease
               Chapter review
     15. Physical fitness
          Tailoring the program to your classroom
          Planning guide
               Bones, joints, and muscles
               Exercise and physical fitness
               Spaceflight and fitness
               Chapter review
     16. Disease prevention and drug use
          Tailoring the program to your classroom
          Planning guide
               Causes of disease
               Disease prevention and treatment
               Drugs and drug abuse
               Chapter review
     17. Reproduction and growth
          Tailoring the program to your classroom
          Planning guide
               Human reproduction
               Pregnancy and birth
               Growth and development
               Chapter review
Unit 6. Exploring Earth and space
     18. The universe
          Tailoring the program to your classroom
          Planning guide
               The universe and galaxies
               Stars and the sun
               The solar system
               Chapter review
     19. Planet Earth
          Tailoring the program to your classroom
          Planning guide
               Earth's interior and plate tectonics
               Earthquakes and volcanoes
               Minerals and rocks
               Weathering and erosion
               Chapter review
     20. The atmosphere
          Tailoring the program to your classroom
          Planning guide
               Characteristics of the atmosphere
               Water and wind
               Weather and climate
               Chapter review
     21. Using natural resources
          Tailoring the program to your classroom
          Planning guide
               Organisms and their environment
               Energy and resources
               Pollution and recycling
               Chapter review
Reference section
     Appendix A. Study skills
     Appendix B. Useful data
     Appendix C. Problem bank
     Appendix D. Selected answers
     Glossary
     Index
     Credits
Supplementary materials:
     Laboratory experiments
     Inquiry labs
     Quick activities
     Math skills
     Real world applications
     Science and the consumer

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Pricing Information:

Description: 1 student text (hardbound)

Cost: $57.60

ISBN: 978-0-03-054351-7

Order#: H54351-7

Description: 1 teaching resources kit

Cost: $93.65

ISBN: 978-0-03-055568-8

Order#: H55568-X

Description: 1 Spanish resources kit

Cost: $86.05

ISBN: 978-0-03-055567-1

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Description: 1 teacher's edition (hardbound)

Cost: $82.45

ISBN: 978-0-03-055518-3

Order#: H55518-3

Description: 1 planner CD-ROM (Macintosh/Windows)

Cost: $81.00

ISBN: 978-0-03-056608-0

Order#: H56608-8

Description: 1 interactive tutor CD-ROM (Macintosh/Windows)

Cost: $53.95

ISBN: 978-0-03-055612-8

Order#: H55612-0

Description: 1 videotape and 1 workbook (paperback)

Cost: $53.80

ISBN: 978-0-03-055602-9

Order#: H55602-3

Publisher:
Holt, Rinehart and Winston

Notes:
Terms governing use and reproduction: Teachers using Holt Science Spectrum may photocopy blackline masters and tests in complete pages for classroom use only. They may copy the audio CDs in audiocassette format only for instructional purposes.

Contributor(s):

Authors: Ken Dobson; John Holman; Michael Roberts.

Equipment:
[One-stop planner CD-ROM:]
Macintosh--Macintosh; Adobe Acrobat Reader; specific requirements not listed in materials on hand.

Windows--IBM or compatible PC; Adobe Acrobat Reader; specific requirements not listed in materials on hand.

[Interactive tutor CD-ROMs:]
Macintosh--Macintosh, Power Macintosh minimum; OS 7.5 or higher; 16 MB RAM; 24 MB for concurrent Internet connection; 15 MB free disk space; 8-bit 256 color display minimum (640 x 480); 4x CD-ROM.

Windows--IBM or compatible PC, Pentium minimum; Windows 95, 98 or higher; 16 MB RAM; 24 MB for concurrent Internet connection; 15 MB free disk space; SoundBlaster compatible audio; 8-bit 256 color display (640 x 480); 4x CD-ROM.

Specifications:
Kit includes:
1 student text (xxii, 778 pages : color illustrations ; 29 cm.)
1 study guide (vi, 132 pages ; 28 cm.)
1 laboratory manual (xii, 84 pages ; 28 cm.)
1 datasheets (vi, 179 pages ; 28 cm.)
1 teachers guide (approximately 850 pages : color illustrations ; 29 cm.)
1 teachers laboratory manual (x, 84 pages ; 28 cm.)
1 integration enrichment resources (vii, 140 pages : 28 cm.)
1 chapter tests (iii, 101 pages ; 28 cm.)
1 assessment item listing (vii, 253 pages ; 28 cm.)
1 answer keys (iii, 87 pages ; 28 cm.)
1 basic skills worksheets (iv, 60 pages ; 28 cm.)
1 math skills worksheets (iii, 92 pages ; 28 cm.)
1 videotape (VHS, approximately 60 minutes : sound, color ; 1/2 in.)
1 set of video worksheets (iii, 27 pages ; 28 cm.)
1 one-stop planner CD-ROM (Macintosh/Windows : illustrations ; 4.75 in.)
1 set of 2 interactive tutor CD-ROMs (each, Macintosh/Windows : sound, color ; 4.75 in.)
1 Spanish resources binder (30 cm.)
1 Spanish glossary (28 pages ; 28 cm.)
1 set of audio CDs (30 audio CDs ; 4.75 in.)

Record Created: 08/29/2003 Last Modified: 04/15/2005