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Enhanced Science Now 8

Enhanced Science Now is a series of eight books for Classes 1 to 8. This series adheres to the guidelines of the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 and adopts the holistic learning theory. This enhanced edition retains the focus of the original, where the development of lateral thinking, analytical, research and deduction skills in students were encouraged. This edition has been enhanced with key features that would help in the holistic development of a student through interesting questions, projects and activities while providing experiential learning and fostering innovative thinking and creativity.

Enhanced Science Now is a series of eight books for Classes 1 to 8. This series adheres to the guidelines of the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 and adopts the holistic learning theory. This enhanced edition retains the focus of the original, where the development of lateral thinking, analytical, research and deduction skills in students were encouraged. This edition has been enhanced with key features that would help in the holistic development of a student through interesting questions, projects and activities while providing experiential learning and fostering innovative thinking and creativity.

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ISBN

9789390163236

Format

Paperback

First Edition

2015

Latest Edition

2021

Books of the Series

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  • ClassClass 8
  • LevelMiddle
  • Science in Context Interesting extra information on the topic being discussed
  • Summary Snapshot of the chapter in the form of a graphic organizer for quick revision
  • Exercise Questions dealing with lower levels (Remembering and Understanding) of revised Bloom’s taxonomy
  • Cognitive Corner Section dealing with higher levels (Applying, Analyzing, Evaluating and Creating) of revised Bloom’s taxonomy and Life Skills
  • Worksheets Pictorial exercises at the end of each chapter based on the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals
  • Skills You Need A variety of interesting information and activities to introduce skill courses with some form of experiential learning
  • Happiness Activity Sheets A variety of interesting activities based on life skills, self-awareness, other awareness, emotional needs and mental needs
  • Vernacular Names List of plants and animals used in the book and their names in a few Indian regional languages
  • National Science Olympiad Paper Latest NSO paper to help students to prepare for competitive examinations
  • STEAM Booklet An engaging STEAM-based activity booklet for the future problem solvers, critical thinkers, innovators and inventors
  • Coursebooks 1 to 8
  • Collins DigiSuite 1 to 8
  • Teacher’s Resource Books 1 to 8
  • Multimedia eBooks offer interactive learning with videos, animations, presentations, and audio for better concept comprehension and retention.
  • The audio feature offers a flexible learning experience by allowing students to listen to chapters. It also helps auditory learners and those with reading difficulties comprehend course material easily.
  • Interactive slideshows combine engaging visuals and concise text to help students better grasp concepts.
  • Interactivities engage students through quizzes, games, and more. Active participation leads to better retention of the concepts covered.
  • Animations simplify complex concepts with clear audio and engaging visuals, making it easy for students to understand.
  • Lesson plans offer comprehensive guidance for teachers, including pre-, post-, and while-reading activities, teaching strategies, and learning objectives.
  • Additional worksheets are provided for practice and reinforcements.
  • The question paper generator enables educators to create, organize and assess students’ understanding with a question bank based on Bloom’s taxonomy.

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Series Editor
Jyothsna Natraj
A teacher at Vidya Mandir Senior Secondary School, Chennai with more than a decade of teaching experience

Dr Geetha Iyer is the Former Head of Sahyadri School KFI, Pune. She is an author, a naturalist and consultant in the twin fields of education and environment. She is a curriculum specialist with many years of experience in concept development and regularly conducts workshops on all aspects of teaching science