Explore the concepts that define the basic science studied by other middle-school students in the teacher-tested Scientific Theories, Laws, and Principles. Hands-on activities clarify concepts introduced in each lesson, and labs focus on applying science concepts using the scientific method. Included are knowledge builders, formulas, applications, investigations, and inquiry lab activities. Meets NSE and NCTM standards and is correlated to state, national, and Canadian provincial standards. 80 pages