scrapbabe Posted June 10, 2010 Share Posted June 10, 2010 I just got an email from Smithsonian Books that has published the Joy Hakim science books/teacher guides/student guides. They are getting a new publisher and so are offering a sale. You could get all 3 books, teachers guides, and student guides for 91.85 +tax. There's a lot of information, so if you'd like that information, send me an email and I'll send you the email from Smithsonian Books, with the link to purchase. Smiles, Shalynn Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
happygrrl Posted June 10, 2010 Share Posted June 10, 2010 Ooh! These are on my list! I'd love the link, please! Thank you. (edited because my first post read "I'd love the kink". Not something I want discussed on the boards this afternoon.) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scrapbabe Posted June 10, 2010 Author Share Posted June 10, 2010 Ooh! These are on my list! I'd love the link, please!Thank you. (edited because my first post read "I'd love the kink". Not something I want discussed on the boards this afternoon.) :lol: I'm just posting the email in it's entirety here. Smiles, Shalynn Smithsonian Books recently changed to a new publisher (Random House) that distributes our titles including Joy Hakim's The Story of Science series, and we have a special offer to share with you on The Story of Science books and teacher materials. The discount is 50% off the retail price of The Story of Science books (Aristotle Leads the Way, Newton at the Center and Einstein Adds a New Dimension) and guides with free shipping. This is a limited time offer, and there can only be one order of each book and guide per teacher. Please follow the link below take advantage of this offer: https://selfservice.randomhouse.biz/bizcf/acmart/index.cfm Please scroll down for ordering instructions and call or email me with any questions. Please feel free to share this email with your colleagues. You can find more information on the series including a sample chapter from each book at: http://smithsonianbooks.com/usersection/Default.aspx?tab=joy&content=Aristotle&fvalue=Aristotle http://smithsonianbooks.com/usersection/Default.aspx?tab=joy&content=Newton&fvalue=Newton http://smithsonianbooks.com/usersection/Default.aspx?tab=joy&content=Einstein&fvalue=Einstein Here you can find your state's Standards of Learning Evaluation Results for The Story of Science series: http://www.smithsonianeducation.org/db/search/detail.aspx?museumid=-1&supplierid=-1&pamphletcategoryid=-1&statusid=-1&mediaid=-1&KEYWORD=hakim+&gradeid=-1&categoryid=-1 Best regards, Laura Laura Slook, Sales & Marketing Manager for The Story of Science Smithsonian Books 600 Maryland Ave SW Washington, DC 20016 P (414) 217-2422 lauraslook@comcast.net _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Step 1: Enter the ISBN # for each book separately starting with Aristotle Leads the Way in the keyword search box and hit the search button. Once you hit search it will prefill all of the information with the discount. Please do the same for the Newton and Einstein books. Aristotle Leads the Way ISBN # 9781588341600 Newton at the Center ISBN # 9781588341617 Einstein Adds a New Dimension ISBN # 9781588341624 For anyone interested in ordering the Teacher Guides the ISBNs are: Aristotle Leads the Way Teacher Guide ISBN # 9781588342515 Newton at the Center Teacher Guide ISBN # 9781588342522 Student Guide ISBNs are: Aristotle Leads the Way Student Guide ISBN # 9781588342546 Newton at the Center Student Guide ISBN # 9781588342553 Keyword search (Title, Author or ISBN): NOTE: ISBNs can be entered in the form below with or without the dashes. Course Name Enrollment ISBN Book Title Format Retail Price Exam Fee ____________________________________________________________________________________________________ Step 2: Confirm that all three books appear and show a total cost of $40.41 plus tax as they do below. If you order the books and the Teacher Guides your total will be $85.35 plus tax. And adding on the Student Guides your total will be $91.35 plus tax: Course Name Enrollment ISBN Book Title Format Retail Price Exam Fee Total: $40.41 __________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Step 3: Please continue filling out the next three sections: Billing Information, Shipping Information and Submission Information and click the submit order button to complete your transaction. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Capt_Uhura Posted June 10, 2010 Share Posted June 10, 2010 So you can just order the teacher and student guides w/out the books? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JumpedIntoTheDeepEndFirst Posted June 10, 2010 Share Posted June 10, 2010 Any news on when they will publish the Student and Teacher guides for Einstein? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
radiobrain Posted June 10, 2010 Share Posted June 10, 2010 (edited) Um, when I do this the normal price comes up. I only want the TM & SM for Newton. Will this only work if I order everything? Sorry, it is just confusing. :confused: Thanks though! I hope I can figure out how it works. edit: DOH my browser wasn't opened all the way. :) Got it. Edited June 10, 2010 by radiobrain Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scrapbabe Posted June 10, 2010 Author Share Posted June 10, 2010 https://selfservice.randomhouse.biz/bizcf/acmart/index.cfm Click on the link above. Then enter the isbn number for the teacher or student books. Hit enter and the sale price should show up. Smiles, Shalynn Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scrapbabe Posted June 10, 2010 Author Share Posted June 10, 2010 So you can just order the teacher and student guides w/out the books? Yes, it let me enter just the teacher guide and student guide without the books. See the above directions. Shalynn Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scrapbabe Posted June 10, 2010 Author Share Posted June 10, 2010 Any news on when they will publish the Student and Teacher guides for Einstein? Don't know the answer to this. But there's a phone number and email address of the representative posted at the end of the email. If you find out, let us all know.:001_smile: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
happygrrl Posted June 10, 2010 Share Posted June 10, 2010 :lol: I'm just posting the email in it's entirety here. Smiles, Shalynn Thanks a bunch! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
catz Posted June 10, 2010 Share Posted June 10, 2010 I just got an email from Smithsonian Books that has published the Joy Hakim science books/teacher guides/student guides. They are getting a new publisher and so are offering a sale. You could get all 3 books, teachers guides, and student guides for 91.85 +tax. There's a lot of information, so if you'd like that information, send me an email and I'll send you the email from Smithsonian Books, with the link to purchase. Smiles, Shalynn Oh boy - it's my lucky day! Thank you so much for sharing this. :001_smile: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tohru Posted June 10, 2010 Share Posted June 10, 2010 Is this Legit? Although it is a great deal, I am little leary of giving away my credit card number to a random checkout website that isn't linked to anything else, in addition the email address to inquire was a personal email account and the phone went unanswered... Any one have experience doing it this way before? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scrapbabe Posted June 11, 2010 Author Share Posted June 11, 2010 I would be leary too, but I sought her out from the Smithsonian website to ask a question about a link to the samples. So she has since put me on her mailing list. I can call tomorrow and see if it's legitimate. I am using a credit card (not debit) that is a gift card so they can't rack up a bill. But I'm always cautious about that no matter where I order from. If it had just been a random email I would have not sent it along. Smiles, Shalynn Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scrapbabe Posted June 11, 2010 Author Share Posted June 11, 2010 I am checking with Smithsonian Books to make sure it's legit. I will let you know tomorrow. Shalynn Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Capt_Uhura Posted June 11, 2010 Share Posted June 11, 2010 I just got the same email. ANd I too had contacted the Contact Us at Smithsonian regarding their Hakim products so that is how I got on the email list. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scrapbabe Posted June 11, 2010 Author Share Posted June 11, 2010 I just faxed a copy of the email to Smithsonian Books asking if it was legitimate. I'll let you know the response. Shalynn Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scrapbabe Posted June 11, 2010 Author Share Posted June 11, 2010 Christina, I will let you know... but I'm sure it's fine. As I said... I initiated the first contact with her - so it's not just some spam. Shalynn Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StephanieZ Posted June 11, 2010 Share Posted June 11, 2010 Thanks!! I needed the Newton quest guides and the Einstein book. . . and I just got them all ordered at a great price. Thanks!!!!!!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HeidiKC Posted June 11, 2010 Share Posted June 11, 2010 Any news on when they will publish the Student and Teacher guides for Einstein? The National Science Teachers Association has developed The Story of Science Classroom Companion for Einstein Adds a New Dimension. One for teachers, one for students. Found this on Joy Hakim's website. http://www.joyhakim.com/PDF/EinsteinThe%20Fission%20Vision%20Teacher%20and%20Student%20Editions.pdf Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scrapbabe Posted June 11, 2010 Author Share Posted June 11, 2010 The confirmation email I got back appears totally normal so I am pretty sure it is fine. I have been waiting for a good deal on these books so thanks for posting. Oh good, I'm glad! :001_smile: Shalynn Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Luckymama Posted June 11, 2010 Share Posted June 11, 2010 Wow, thanks! I don't have the time to take a good look now (last day of school here) but I sure will this weekend :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rootsong Posted June 11, 2010 Share Posted June 11, 2010 Yay, I just put in my order! Thank you!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AHASRADA Posted June 11, 2010 Share Posted June 11, 2010 I was a little concerned about whether it was legit or not, also, but there are a couple of other things that I was uncomfortable with as well (didn't keep me from ordering ;), but I am concerned.) Everything on the checkout page says that this is to order an "examination copy". For every title, I was required to enter a course name (I put "History of Science") and number of students enrolled (I said 2). In the shipping info., I had to list a school name (I used our homeschool name we invented) and also a department (I put "homeschool"). I assumed this was all a technicality. However, before clicking on "place order", I had to initial a statement that I am a K-12 teacher in an educational institution. OK, sure, whatever. Once the order was placed, a disclaimer came up that it can take 2-4 weeks for delivery, and that orders may be "verified". So, I am wondering if, once they realize we are homeschoolers, they will cancel our orders? My other concern, is that shipping costs were not listed anywhere. Normally, they would have at least shown up on the final invoice, but nothing. Again, I had to agree to pay "the cost of the items, plus any fees associated with fulfilling the order" or something similar. So, now I am afraid that they could tack on so much in shipping that it could end up costing more than if I had paid normal price at Amazon. How and when will I found out how much shipping and handling is? In a month when I receive the books? As I said, I already placed my order, but if anyone has any answers to these questions, I would like to hear them :bigear:. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nmoira Posted June 11, 2010 Share Posted June 11, 2010 *glare* I'd successfully not purchased anything homeschooling related for almost two weeks. Oh, and thanks. :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scrapbabe Posted June 11, 2010 Author Share Posted June 11, 2010 Okay, ladies, here's the scoop. I'm only telling you what I have found out and what I know... and hope you will hold me blameless. I called Random House today and asked about the email. She said that since it came from Smithsonian she didn't know, but that it was true that Random House was now distributing the Joy Hakim Books. I told her what the email said, and told her what the link was (the website address) and she said she thought it was legitimate. I did fax Smithsonian to ask and left a message on the phone but haven't heard back from them. As far as shipping... the original email said that the shipping was free. They shouldn't be charging you any shipping. And as far as it being okay for homeschoolers to purchase... I asked the person (Laura Slook) who sent the original email if I could send the offer to other homeschoolers. Her response was "absolutely, it's a great deal". So she knows we aren't accredited schools. So I guess you have to decide for yourself whether or not you feel comfortable ordering. I haven't been able to find anything that leads me to believe it is not legitimate. Hope that helps! Smiles, Shalynn Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scrapbabe Posted June 11, 2010 Author Share Posted June 11, 2010 *glare* I'd successfully not purchased anything homeschooling related for almost two weeks. Sorry Moira!:D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scrapbabe Posted June 12, 2010 Author Share Posted June 12, 2010 I got a confirmation from Smithsonian Books that this offer is legitimate. It should be safe to order. :001_smile: Smiles, Shalynn Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Veritaserum Posted June 12, 2010 Share Posted June 12, 2010 I got a confirmation from Smithsonian Books that this offer is legitimate. It should be safe to order. :001_smile: Smiles, Shalynn Whew! I ordered the Aristotle set and sure hope it comes. :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scrapbabe Posted June 12, 2010 Author Share Posted June 12, 2010 When anyone who ordered gets their package, let us know. I will do the same. Smiles, Shalynn Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scrapbabe Posted June 14, 2010 Author Share Posted June 14, 2010 OT - I got the impression that the study guides were for upper elementary ages. Am I correct (I didn't order those and now I am wondering if I should regret it)? Don't know the answer - my assumption was upper elementary. Did you look at the samples? Also, for everyone else, I talked with the rep at Smithsonian who said that it was okay for home schoolers to order, despite having to initial that you are an accredited school. She said when they switched to Random House that Random House only had the one form to use for discounts, so they had to use what they had. She assured me that many homeschooling orders had come through and were processed already. Smiles, Shalynn Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
plansrme Posted June 14, 2010 Share Posted June 14, 2010 OT - I got the impression that the study guides were for upper elementary ages. Am I correct (I didn't order those and now I am wondering if I should regret it)? I have the guides for the first book, and the TG says the lessons meet the National Science Education Standards, grades 5-8, and Benchmarks for Science Literacy, Grades 6-8, and that seems to be about right. For what it's worth, we have not used them yet, but I like what I have seen so far of the Aristotle guide and ordered the Newton book and guides. Terri Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tigwoman64 Posted June 14, 2010 Share Posted June 14, 2010 Hello! I am wondering if these books are still available for this price! Please let me know as I need all three asap! Thanks so much! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scrapbabe Posted June 14, 2010 Author Share Posted June 14, 2010 Hello! I am wondering if these books are still available for this price! Please let me know as I need all three asap! Thanks so much! As far as I know... they are still available. Try it and see - you've nothing to lose. : ) Shalynn Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
happydays Posted June 16, 2010 Share Posted June 16, 2010 My books arrived this afternoon. They are amazing!!! The books have beautiful hardcover books with great pictures. I was amazed at how thick they all are. The guides are extensive. The workbooks look great. I look forward to using them and hearing how others use them. Sarah Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nmoira Posted June 16, 2010 Share Posted June 16, 2010 My books arrived this afternoon.They are amazing!!! I thought mine might be here after hearing a big thump on the porch, but it was just he Rainbow Resources catalogue. :lol: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StephanieZ Posted June 17, 2010 Share Posted June 17, 2010 My books arrived this afternoon! What a deal!!!!! Thanks OP! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Elisa Posted June 17, 2010 Share Posted June 17, 2010 How were the books delivered? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aoife Posted June 17, 2010 Share Posted June 17, 2010 the payment went through for mine so they should be here soon i hope! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
extendedforecast Posted June 18, 2010 Share Posted June 18, 2010 Thank you for letting us know about this offer. I ordered everything available today, and the offer was still good. I wonder how many days it'll take to get my books. Cindy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StephanieZ Posted June 18, 2010 Share Posted June 18, 2010 How were the books delivered? UPS Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scrapbabe Posted June 18, 2010 Author Share Posted June 18, 2010 Oh yay! I'm so glad they have started to arrive! I look forward to getting mine soon too! Smiles, Shalynn Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scrapbabe Posted June 18, 2010 Author Share Posted June 18, 2010 Thank you for letting us know about this offer. I ordered everything available today, and the offer was still good. I wonder how many days it'll take to get my books. Cindy You're welcome. I'm glad the offer is still good, my sister wants in too. Shalynn Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Halcyon Posted June 18, 2010 Share Posted June 18, 2010 do you think a very science-y, story loving upcoming 3rd grader would like these books? Or should I wait?...or should i just buy them and hold onto them as they're such a good deal? lol...... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Elisa Posted June 18, 2010 Share Posted June 18, 2010 UPS Ok thanks. I'll be on the lookout for brown! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scrapbabe Posted June 18, 2010 Author Share Posted June 18, 2010 do you think a very science-y, story loving upcoming 3rd grader would like these books? Or should I wait?...or should i just buy them and hold onto them as they're such a good deal? lol...... I'd think they're a little much for an upcoming 3rd grader. My boys will be in 5th and 8th next year. I think that's just about right. It is a great deal, so buying now isn't a bad idea. I bought my Hakim books years ago before we could really use them and I'm excited to buy the teacher's books now so we can finally start to use them. I don't generally buy years in advance unless it's a deal I can't pass up and I'm absolutely certain it's something we will want to use later. Smiles, Shalynn Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Capt_Uhura Posted June 18, 2010 Share Posted June 18, 2010 I think I looked at these some time ago and they seemed more geared for classroom use. Can someone who has them comment on this? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Veritaserum Posted June 18, 2010 Share Posted June 18, 2010 Got mine today via UPS. I'll be using them with my dd who will start 5th this fall. :D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
catz Posted June 19, 2010 Share Posted June 19, 2010 I got mine yesterday too! All looks great. :) Planning to use them w/highly accelerated 4th grader and pulling a 1st grader along for the ride. We'll see how it goes! Not worried about the 4th grader, but I'm hoping not to do another full science curric. for the 1st grader. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SFKC Posted June 24, 2010 Share Posted June 24, 2010 My science-minded fourth grader is going to love this series. And I am impressed with the turnkey Teacher and Student quest guides -- comprehensive, multidisciplinary, easy-to-follow units built around the Aristotle and Newton Hakim chapters. Lesson plans? Check! Aristotle would be great to use in conjunction with (or shortly following) the ancient history year. Our history group used SOTW1 as a spine this past year, so the historical groundwork is laid. Thanks again for the heads up on this sale, Scrapbabe! KC Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scrapbabe Posted June 24, 2010 Author Share Posted June 24, 2010 Thanks again for the heads up on this sale, Scrapbabe! KC Just doing my duty to the board. :D I got mine yesterday and am excited to get started. Smiles, Shalynn Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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