Mosaic: An Integrated Approach to Mathematics, Science, Technology, & Language

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Authors: Haidee Williams, Concepcion Molina, Danny Martinez, Vicki Dimock, Joni Wackwitz (editor), Deborah Linscomb (contract writer), Patricia Latham (EL accommodations), Matthew Avant (artist), Jane Thurmond (designer)

Price: Available free online
• Published: 2012    • 468 pages   

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MOSAIC is a K–5 supplemental instructional program that provides engaging and rigorous lessons and resources that integrate math, science, and technology while supporting English learners and academic language skills. Aligned with Texas standards and grounded in research, the inquiry-based activities and real-life scenarios make math and science exciting and relevant for students while building a strong foundation of skills and connections among concepts.

Units:
  • Kindergarten: Energize Your Five Senses
  • Grade 1: Energy All Around Us: Light, Heat, and Sound
  • Grade 2: Changes in Light, Heat, and Sound Energy
  • Grade 3: Exploring Light, Thermal, Mechanical, and Sound Energy in Everyday Life
  • Grade 4: Differentiating Among Light, Thermal, Mechanical, Sound, and Electrical Energy
  • Grade 5: Exploring the Uses of Light, Thermal, Mechanical, Sound, and Electrical Energy

Mosaic: An Integrated Approach to Mathematics, Science, Technology, & Language was made possible through a grant from the Sid Richardson Foundation of Fort Worth, Texas. Since 1947, the Foundation has generously supported education, healthcare, human services, and culture in Texas.