Rock and Learn

Here's the perfect way to learn important facts and get ready for a physical science test. Marko the Pencil takes learners on a journey to his Super Science Station where it's easy to grasp science concepts. Includes lab safety, scientific method, molecules, electricity, motion, energy, and much more. Meets the National Science Education Standards. Grades 2 - 8 Kevin's science test is approaching. Unfortunately, his study partner called and can't make it. Marko, a magical pencil, comes to the rescue by taking Kevin to Marko's Super Science Station. Kevin prepares for his test by first learning about lab safety. Next, Marko introduces Kevin to his friend Lumina, an animated light bulb. Lumina shows Kevin how to remember the 6 steps of the scientific method: Question, Gather, Hypothesize, Experiment, Conclude, and Report. Next comes the Matter Learning Center to gain an understanding of atoms, the particles of an atom, molecules, and states of matter. Kevin also explores the properties of matter that include melting point, boiling point, conductivity, luster, color, odor, density, hardness, magnetism, and texture. He discovers the differences between physical changes and chemical changes and mixtures versus pure substances. Surprise! Kevin's chair blasts off to the Electricity Learning Center to learn about electric circuits and how opposite electric charges attract each other. Kevin and Marko then move on to the Magnetism Learning Center where Marko's friend Terra, an animated globe, helps Kevin understand the poles of a magnet and build a simple electromagnet. Kevin and his friends visit the Motion and Gravity Center to learn about gravity, mass, distance between objects, velocity, acceleration, inertia, friction, and resistance. At last, everyone explores the Energy Learning Center to learn the different forms of energy, including heat, electrical, sound, chemical, mechanical, and light. By the end of the main section of this DVD, Kevin has enjoyed learni

Want an exciting way to learn important facts and get ready for an earth science test? Marko the Pencil and his friend Terra take learners on a fascinating journey to Marko's Super Science Station where it's easy and fun to understand science concepts and boost test scores. This science DVD covers the Solar System, weather and the water cycle, types of rocks, properties of minerals, volcanoes and plate tectonics, weathering, and alternative energy. Meets the National Science Education Standards. Grades 3 - 8. Approx. 61 minutes Kevin enjoys taking science tests and knows the perfect way to prepare. Even difficult science concepts can be easy to grasp with clear explanations and fun animations. Marko the Pencil offers lots of amusement to help Kevin understand science, have fun, and get ready for tests. Kevin is already waiting at Marko's Super Science Station when he is joined by Marko and Terra. "Earth science has a lot to do with understanding astronomy, geology, meteorology, and more," Terra explains. Kevin begins learning about the solar system, the Sun and the eight planets that orbit the Sun. Marko and Terra show Kevin an easy and entertaining way to remember the planets. Next, Kevin learns about the asteroid belt, dwarf planets, and comets. What happens in space affects things on Earth. Kevin gets a good grasp of how Earth and the Sun interact to create day and night and cause the seasons. Kevin and his friends have lots more to explore. They learn how the water cycle influences weather. A catchy song helps Kevin remember evaporation, condensation, precipitation, and accumulation. He discovers how changes in air pressure cause wind. In the Geology Learning Center, Kevin learns about different kinds of rocks and how they were formed. Fossils give clues as to what the environment was like. Plus, he attends a cool "rock concert" performed by: Sedimentary Sandstone, Igneous Granite, and Metamorphic Marble. After "rocking out," Kevin is ready for an experi

Here's an exciting way to learn important facts and get ready for a life science test! Marko the Pencil and his friend Bailey take learners on a fascinating journey to Marko's Super Science Station where it's easy and fun to grasp science concepts and boost test scores. This science DVD covers photosynthesis, plant parts, butterfly lifecycle, plant and animal cells, food chains, food webs, and more! Meets the National Science Education Standards. Grades 3 - 8. Approx. 59 minutes Kevin is a student who knows the perfect way to become well prepared for a life science test. Even difficult science concepts can be easy with clear explanations and exciting animations. Marko the Pencil has useful tips to help Kevin understand science, have fun, and get ready for a test. Marko introduces Kevin to Bailey, a butterfly who is an expert in Life Science. Once they arrive at Marko's Super Science Station, the fun begins. Kevin learns about photosynthesis and plant reproduction. There's even a surprise visit by legendary rocker "Rubbert Plant," who performs a medley of his hit songs about xylem and phloem cells. Bailey teaches Kevin about her favorite topic: the life cycle of a butterfly. Just as she is finishing the lesson, Bailey challenges Kevin to be a contestant on a game show about animal groups and characteristics. In the Cellular Learning Center, Kevin gets the inside scoop on plant and animal cells and learns how they are similar and different. Marko shares his "Edible Cell Model" recipes on his special website. At the Ecosystem Learning Center, Kevin learns how organisms depend on each other to keep ecosystems in balance through food chains and food webs. Marko and Bailey also talk about genetic traits and adaptations. The DVD menu makes it easy to review any section. When ready, students can practice taking a Life Science test (bonus chapter on DVD). Marko and Bailey coach Kevin on how to remember what he has learned and apply his knowledge. Marko even shares h