Dissect-It Rattlesnake Super Lab is a STEM learning activity toy featuring a proprietary, carvable, eco-friendly, gelatin Rattlesnake that contains a full organ and skeletal structure to reveal. Using the provided tools and the highly detailed instruction manual Dissect-It simulates the experience of scientific dissection. This is a very valuable tool for at-home learning.
Calming Weighted 2lb Snake: Manimo weighted animals are loving companion pets! Manimo weighted animals act as comforting companions for children and valuable partners for parents. They help children remain attentive in class, focus during homework, alleviate excess energy or provide the necessary calmness for bedtime. They can also keep a child company during rest or nap times, develop their imagination, or simply be there to hug! Manimo weighs 1 kg, and help the child to feel his body in its space and help to relax. The Manimo can be worn if necessary on the shoulders and around the neck or on the child’s thighs according to the shape of each animal. A period of use of 15 to 20 minutes is recommended due to the weight of the animal. The Weighted Snake is the perfect companion for your neck. It wraps and twists delighting both young and old. Made of lycra for visual stimulation. It’s nice to settle down with a Manimo on the shoulders! It’s easy to focus with a Manimo on the thighs! It is comforting to fall asleep with a Manimo on the belly! This Manimo weighted animal is a beautiful and powerful tool that helps children with their everyday challenges.
Snakes: This search-and-find book invites early readers to look for new vocabulary words and pictures while giving simple facts about a snake’s backyard habitat, body parts, and behaviors.
DIY Wooden Snake Painting Kit: Paint your own wiggly wooden snake! Paintbrush and paint included.
DIY snake n’ eggs Slime Kit: Includes charms and mix-ins for fine motor, multi-sensory fun!
Adaptive PreK-6 Curriculum Resources: Download PDF
Educational Standards Addressed:
- Science Standards
- Life Science (NGSS): Students learn about snake anatomy, types, and habitats, meeting standards like NGSS.K-ESS3-1 (animals’ needs in different environments) and NGSS.3-LS4-3 (habitats and adaptation).
- Structure and Function: Activities exploring snake anatomy and adaptations meet standards such as NGSS.4-LS1-1, which covers how animals’ body structures serve functions for survival.
- Literacy and Language Arts Standards
- Reading Comprehension: Reading about snake types and habitats builds comprehension and aligns with CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RI.1.1 (understanding key details) for younger grades and CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RI.4.3 (explaining relationships in informational text) for older students.
- Vocabulary Development: By discussing terms like “venomous” and “camouflage,” students engage in vocabulary expansion, meeting CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.L.3.4 for understanding word meanings.
- Fine Arts Standards
- Artistic Creation: Painting wooden snake models encourages creative expression and aligns with the National Core Arts Standards (NCAS) for exploring artistic processes and connecting art to the natural world.
- Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) Standards
- Self-Regulation and Sensory Comfort: Using a weighted snake plush provides comfort and supports focus, addressing SEL competencies like self-awareness and self-management, essential for students with sensory needs.
Importance of Kinesthetic Learning:
- Engagement and Focus
Kinesthetic learning promotes active engagement, particularly for students who find it challenging to sit still or focus during traditional lessons. Activities like holding a weighted plush or using slime provide grounding and focus, reducing distractions. - Improved Memory and Retention
Hands-on experiences help students remember facts and concepts by associating them with physical actions. For instance, dissecting a gelatin snake or painting snake models makes abstract details about anatomy and habitats more memorable. - Enhanced Understanding through Movement and Touch
Kinesthetic learners benefit from physically exploring concepts. When students mold slime to simulate snake skin or use a dissection kit, they gain a clearer understanding of texture, function, and form. - Emotional Regulation and Sensory Comfort
Kinesthetic activities, like using a weighted plush, provide sensory grounding and reduce anxiety, particularly for neurodivergent students. By accommodating their need for movement or tactile input, these activities help students feel more secure and willing to engage in lessons.
