Lesson Plans for STACI WHITTENTON, Benold Middle School Week of Monday, February 03, 2014 Monday, February 03, 2014 Day 99

Size: px
Start display at page:

Download "Lesson Plans for STACI WHITTENTON, Benold Middle School Week of Monday, February 03, 2014 Monday, February 03, 2014 Day 99"

Transcription

1 Lesson Plans for STACI WHITTENTON, Benold Middle School Week of Monday, February 03, 2014 Monday, February 03, 2014

2 » identify the main functions of the systems of the human organism, including the circulatory, respiratory, skeletal, muscular, digestive, excretory, reproductive, integumentary, nervous, and endocrine systems.[7.12b]» learn relationships between sounds and letters of the English language to represent sounds when writing in English. [ELP.5A]» write using newly acquired basic vocabulary and content-based grade-level vocabulary.[elp.5b]» spell familiar English words with increasing accuracy, and employ English spelling patterns and rules with increasing accuracy as more English is acquired. [ELP.5C]» edit writing for standard grammar and usage, including subject-verb agreement, pronoun agreement, and appropriate verb tenses commensurate with grade-level expectations as more English is acquired. [ELP.5D]» write using a variety of grade-appropriate sentence lengths, patterns, and connecting words to combine phrases, clauses, and sentences in increasingly accurate ways as more English is acquired.[elp.5f]» narrate, describe, and explain with increasing specificity and detail to fulfill content area writing needs as more English is acquired.[elp.5g] Lesson Three - Day 1: Puberty, Anatomy, and Pregnancy Lesson Three - Day 2: Puberty, Anatomy, and Pregnancy Recap of daily activities and inform of next Parent Signature Page» identify the main functions of the systems of the human organism, including the circulatory, respiratory, skeletal, muscular, digestive, excretory, reproductive, integumentary, nervous, and endocrine systems.[7.12b]» learn relationships between sounds and letters of the English language to represent sounds when writing in English. [ELP.5A]» write using newly acquired basic vocabulary and content-based grade-level vocabulary.[elp.5b]» spell familiar English words with increasing accuracy, and employ English spelling patterns and rules with increasing accuracy as more English is acquired. [ELP.5C]» edit writing for standard grammar and usage, including subject-verb agreement, pronoun agreement, and appropriate verb tenses commensurate with grade-level expectations as more English is acquired. [ELP.5D]» write using a variety of grade-appropriate sentence lengths, patterns, and connecting words to combine phrases, clauses, and sentences in increasingly accurate ways as more English is acquired.[elp.5f]» narrate, describe, and explain with increasing specificity and detail to fulfill content area writing needs as more English is acquired.[elp.5g] Lesson Four: STD's Lesson Five: Why Do Some Teens Have Sex? of this Parent Signature Page 7th Grade PreAp Science 7th Grade PreAp Science 7th Grade PreAp Science 7th Grade PreAp Science 7th Grade PreAp Science Lesson Six: Sex and the Law Recap of daily activities and inform of next Parent Signature Page

3 Recap of daily activities and remind of this Parent Signature Page of this Parent Signature Page

4 » relate the position of the Moon and Sun to their effect on ocean tides.[8.7c]» understand the general meaning, main points, and important details of spoken language ranging from situations in which topics, language, and contexts are familiar to unfamiliar.[elp.2g]» demonstrate and predict the sequence of events in the lunar cycle.[8.7b]» model and illustrate how the tilted Earth rotates on its axis, causing day and night, and revolves around the Sun causing changes in seasons.[8.7a] (8.7A,B, &C) I will describe general meaning, main points, and details heard in classroom discussion about tides. (2G) Warm-up: Reflect on how you behave in class... be prepared to share. Checking For Understanding: - Seasons, Moon Phases and Tides Go Over Test - Retest if necessary - Waves Journal Page» Physics. Optics. Know the electromagnetic spectrum.[9-12.viii.j.1]» Earth and Space Sciences. Solar system. Describe the structure and motions of the solar system and its components.[9-12.ix.c.1] I will be able to describe the different wavelengths of the electromagnetic spectrum and describe how they are used to determine distances in space. (8.8C) I will use simple and complex sentences to write about waves and the electromagnetic spectrum. (5E) Math Benchmark today - classes we see will... - Universe in my Pocket - Assemble Spectroscopes» demonstrate comprehension of increasingly complex English by participating in shared reading, retelling or summarizing material, responding to questions, and taking notes commensurate with content area and grade level needs.[elp.4g]» Physics. Optics. Know the electromagnetic spectrum.[9-12.viii.j.1]» Earth and Space Sciences. Solar system. Describe the structure and motions of the solar system and its components.[9-12.ix.c.1] I will be able to describe characteristics and properties of wave. (8.8C) I will demonstrate comprehension of text read about waves by answering questions in a class discussion. (4G) Sentence Stem - A wave is a and motion that carries energy through matter. - Ask the Astronomer Video - Electromagnetic Spectrum and Waves - Electromagnetic Spectrum and Waves Notes - Transverse and Compressional Waves -Slinky Demo» Physics. Optics. Know the electromagnetic spectrum.[9-12.viii.j.1]» Earth and Space Sciences. Solar system. Describe the structure and motions of the solar system and its components.[9-12.ix.c.1] I will be able to describe the different wavelengths of the electromagnetic spectrum and describe how they are used to determine distances in space. (8.8C) I will use simple and complex sentences to write about waves and the electromagnetic spectrum. (5E) In a matter moves back and forth or up and down, while in a matter is squeezed and then spreads out. - Review Electromagnetic Spectrum and Waves - Color the Electromagnetic Spectrum 8th Grade Core/PreAp Science 8th Grade Core/PreAp Science 8th Grade Core/PreAp Science 8th Grade Core/PreAp Science 8th Grade Core/PreAp Science» describe components of the universe, including stars, nebulae, and galaxies, and use models such as the Herztsprung-Russell diagram for classification.[8.8a]» recognize that the Sun is a medium-sized star near the edge of a disc-shaped galaxy of stars and that the Sun is many thousands of times closer to Earth than any other star.[8.8b]» model and describe how light years are used to measure distances and sizes in the universe.[8.8d]» speak using grade-level content area vocabulary in context to internalize new English words and build academic language proficiency.[elp.3d] I will explore how different wavelengths of light are used to classify stars. (8.8C) I will speak using words about stars and galaxies. (3D) Questions - Fingerprint of the Elements - Element Bulbs / Spectroscopes - Star Spectral Data

5 I will be able to relate the position of the Moon and Sun to their effect on ocean tides. (8.7C) I will describe general meaning, main points, and details heard in classroom discussion about tides. (2G) Warm-up: Clear your desk of everything except a writing utensil and piece of paper Checking For Understanding: Seasons, Moon Phases and Tides Test Seasons, Moon Phases, and Tides Test Today Math Benchmark today - classes we see will... I will be able to describe characteristics and properties of wave. (8.8C) I will demonstrate comprehension of text read about waves by answering questions in a class discussion. (4G) Sentence Stem - A wave is a and - Infrared Video - Spectrum Video - Intro to Spectroscopes - just looking. I will explore how different wavelengths of light are used to classify stars. (8.8C) I will speak using words about stars and galaxies. (3D) Questions - Fingerprint of the Elements - Element Bulbs / Spectroscopes - Star Spectral Data

6 - Universe in my Pocket - Assemble Spectroscopes motion that carries energy through matter. - Ask the Astronomer Video - Electromagnetic Spectrum and Waves - Electromagnetic Spectrum and Waves Notes - Transverse and Compressional Waves -Slinky Demo In a matter moves back and forth or up and down, while in a matter is squeezed and then spreads out. - Review Electromagnetic Spectrum and Waves - Color the Electromagnetic Spectrum - Infrared Video - Spectrum Video - Intro to Spectroscopes - just looking.

7

Lesson Plans for STACI WHITTENTON, Benold Middle School Week of Monday, December 16, 2013 Monday, December 16, 2013 Day 76

Lesson Plans for STACI WHITTENTON, Benold Middle School Week of Monday, December 16, 2013 Monday, December 16, 2013 Day 76 Lesson Plans for STACI WHITTENTON, Benold Middle School Week of » monitor understanding of spoken language during classroom instruction and and elaborated spoken language.[elp.2e]» monitor understanding

More information

Lesson Plans for Staci Whittenton, Benold Middle School Week of Monday, August 31, 2015 Monday, August 31, 2015 Day 6

Lesson Plans for Staci Whittenton, Benold Middle School Week of Monday, August 31, 2015 Monday, August 31, 2015 Day 6 Lesson Plans for Staci Whittenton, Benold Middle School Week of Monday, August 31, 2015 Monday, August 31, 2015 all sides of scientific evidence of those scientific explanations, so as to encourage the

More information

Lesson Plans for Andrew Hampf, Benold Middle School Week of Monday, February 08, 2016 Monday, February 08, 2016 Day 102

Lesson Plans for Andrew Hampf, Benold Middle School Week of Monday, February 08, 2016 Monday, February 08, 2016 Day 102 Lesson Plans for Andrew Hampf, Benold Middle School Week of understanding of increasingly complex and elaborated spoken language.[elp.2e]» demonstrate listening comprehension of collaborating with peers,

More information

Haveouts Guided Notes Pen/pencil CAV Card Do First in Handout

Haveouts Guided Notes Pen/pencil CAV Card Do First in Handout Haveouts Guided Notes Pen/pencil CAV Card Do First in Handout Do First: Answer in your DFAD Answer the questions are in your Guided Notes, no DFAD this week. You have 4 mins. Thursday, February 15 th is

More information

EMPOWERING TEACHERS. Day 1 Read and record the details from The Earth on a large chart. LA , LA

EMPOWERING TEACHERS. Day 1 Read and record the details from The Earth on a large chart. LA , LA LA.3.1.7.5, LA.3.1.7.7 EMPOWERING TEACHERS Comprehension Instructional Routine: Compare and Contrast the Topics in Two Texts Preparation/Materials: two large texts for the teacher of The Earth and Mercury,

More information

Classroom Activities/Lesson Plan. Students will read supported and shared informational materials, including social

Classroom Activities/Lesson Plan. Students will read supported and shared informational materials, including social Grade Band: Middle School Unit 18 Unit Target: Earth and Space Science Unit Topic: This Is the Solar System Lesson 5 Instructional Targets Reading Standards for Informational Text Range and Level of Text

More information

- To cover the standards and benchmarks required by Michigan State for grade 5 in Science.

- To cover the standards and benchmarks required by Michigan State for grade 5 in Science. Science Department-Middle School Course Description SUBJECT: Science (501) GRADE LEVEL: 5 DURATION: 1 ACADEMIC YEAR of 250 min / Week including 100 min of lab sessions /week BOOK : Harcourt School Publishers

More information

Evergreen School - Fourth Grade Science Curriculum

Evergreen School - Fourth Grade Science Curriculum Evergreen Elementary School Evergreen School - Fourth Grade Science Curriculum September Animal Growth and Adaptations Bird Beak Investigation Basic Needs of Animals Animal Body Part Adaptations Animal

More information

Passwords. ScienceVocabulary

Passwords. ScienceVocabulary Passwords ScienceVocabulary F To the Student Mitosis. Apogee. Ion. Sometimes it seems that scientists speak a language all their own. Passwords: Science Vocabulary will help you learn the words you need

More information

HR Diagram, luminosity, magnitude, temperature, main sequence, red giants, red supergiants, white dwarfs,

HR Diagram, luminosity, magnitude, temperature, main sequence, red giants, red supergiants, white dwarfs, Learning Target MONDAY 9/16/13 HR Diagram, luminosity, magnitude, temperature, main sequence, red giants, red supergiants, white dwarfs, Describe components of the universe, including stars, nebulae, and

More information

Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills

Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills Crazy Plant Shop 6.11C Identify some changes in genetic traits that have occurred over several generations through natural selection and selective breeding such as

More information

The Reasons for Seasons By Gail Gibbons

The Reasons for Seasons By Gail Gibbons The Reasons for Seasons By Gail Gibbons Recommended Reading for grades 3-5 DD This book is about the four seasons and the wonders that come with each one of them. It explains how the position of the Earth

More information

The Ever-Changing Sky. By Megan McGibney

The Ever-Changing Sky. By Megan McGibney The Ever-Changing Sky The Ever-Changing Sky By Megan McGibney Look up at the sky. You will see the sun. It is bright and shiny, warming everything in the world. Look up at the sky again at night. You may

More information

Texas Education Agency 6 8 TEKS and TAKS for Science and English Language Arts: Middle School Grades. Passwords: Science Vocabulary

Texas Education Agency 6 8 TEKS and TAKS for Science and English Language Arts: Middle School Grades. Passwords: Science Vocabulary CURRICULUM ASSOCIATES, Inc. Life Science Lesson 1: Cells 6.10.B determine that all organisms are composed of cells that carry on functions to sustain life 3: Photosynthesis and 7.8.B identify that radiant

More information

SCIENCE. Honors Biology Enrollment in Honors Geometry or higher Math course or Honors English, and department recommendation

SCIENCE. Honors Biology Enrollment in Honors Geometry or higher Math course or Honors English, and department recommendation SCIENCE COURSE CREDIT OPEN TO PREREQUISITE Biology 1.0 9 None Honors Biology 1.0 9 Enrollment in Honors Geometry or higher Math course or Honors English, and department AP Biology 1.0 11-12 Biology and

More information

Paterson Public Schools

Paterson Public Schools A. Concepts About Print Understand how print is organized and read. (See LAL Curriculum Framework Grade KR Page 1 of 12) Understand that all print materials in English follow similar patterns. (See LAL

More information

*6.6.A (PSE 8.3.B-C, 8.3.A,D) *7.6.A (PSE 8.3.B-D) *7.6.B (PSE 8.2A-E)

*6.6.A (PSE 8.3.B-C, 8.3.A,D) *7.6.A (PSE 8.3.B-D) *7.6.B (PSE 8.2A-E) 1 st 2 nd 3 rd 4 th 5 th 6 th Cat # 1 8 th Grade Standards Wk 1 Wk 2 Wk 3 Wk 4 Wk 5 Wk 6 8.5.A describe the structure of atoms, including the masses, electrical charges, and locations, of protons and neutrons

More information

SCIENCE. Honors Biology Enrollment in Honors Geometry or higher Math course or Honors English, and department recommendation

SCIENCE. Honors Biology Enrollment in Honors Geometry or higher Math course or Honors English, and department recommendation SCIENCE COURSE CREDIT OPEN TO PREREQUISITE Biology 1.0 9 None Honors Biology 1.0 9 Enrollment in Honors Geometry or higher Math course or Honors English, and department recommendation AP Biology 1.5 11-12

More information

Classroom Activities/Lesson Plan

Classroom Activities/Lesson Plan Grade Band: Middle School Unit 18 Unit Target: Earth and Space Science Unit Topic: This Is the Solar System Lesson 3 Instructional Targets Reading Standards for Informational Text Range and Level of Text

More information

(A) demonstrate safe practices during laboratory and field investigations as outlined in the Texas Safety Standards

(A) demonstrate safe practices during laboratory and field investigations as outlined in the Texas Safety Standards Alignment of Alien Rescue with the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) Alien Rescue was designed to meet the learning goals set out in the National Science Standards and TEKS. The following is

More information

Students will read supported and shared informational materials, including social

Students will read supported and shared informational materials, including social Grade Band: Middle School Unit 18 Unit Target: Earth and Space Science Unit Topic: This Is the Solar System Lesson 9 Instructional Targets Reading Standards for Informational Text Range and Level of Text

More information

Q2 S PA C E S C I E N C E

Q2 S PA C E S C I E N C E EARTH & SPACE SCIENCE 8 MRS. DUDDLES Q2 S PA C E S C I E N C E FRIDAY 01/19/2018 HALF DAY PM (RECORDS DAY) Students will relate Earth s days, years, and seasons to Earth s movement in space Students will

More information

Picture Match Words Attract Universe Star Galaxies Debris Planets Revolve Rotate Axis Tilt

Picture Match Words Attract Universe Star Galaxies Debris Planets Revolve Rotate Axis Tilt Picture Match Words Attract Universe Star Galaxies Debris Planets Revolve Rotate Axis Tilt Picture Match Board Spelling Pyramid Star Planet S St Sta Star Debris Attract Revolve Rotate Tilt Axis Write 2

More information

8th Grade Science. (5A F) Matter and energy. The student knows that matter is composed of atoms and has chemical and physical properties.

8th Grade Science. (5A F) Matter and energy. The student knows that matter is composed of atoms and has chemical and physical properties. 8th Grade Science Chemistry (5A F) Matter and energy. The student knows that matter is composed of atoms and has chemical and physical properties. Questions 5A: (5A) describe the structure of atoms, including

More information

7.RP.A.2 Recognize and represent proportional relationships between quantities.

7.RP.A.2 Recognize and represent proportional relationships between quantities. Lesson Overview We often observe the Moon in the night sky. Understanding the phases of the Moon requires a clear understanding that the Moon reflects light and rotates around the Earth. In this activity,

More information

Salwan Public School Sector-15(II), Gurugram

Salwan Public School Sector-15(II), Gurugram Salwan Public School Sector-1(II), Gurugram SOMAT-019 : Salwan Open Mastery Achievement Test Circular No. / 018-19 Friday, 11 th March 019 Dear Parent Greetings! We, at Salwan Public School, Gurugram,

More information

Grade 6 Science. The University of Texas at Austin, Continuing & Innovative Education K-16 Education Center 1

Grade 6 Science. The University of Texas at Austin, Continuing & Innovative Education K-16 Education Center 1 090313 Grade 6 Science Content This Exam for Acceleration/Credit by Exam can help you prepare for the exam by giving you an idea of what you need to study, review, and learn. To succeed, you should be

More information

The Ever-Changing Sky

The Ever-Changing Sky The Ever Changing Sky The Ever-Changing Sky By Megan McGibney Look up at the sky. You will see the sun. It is bright and shiny, warming everything in the world. Look up at the sky again at night. You may

More information

Elizabethtown Area School District

Elizabethtown Area School District Elizabethtown Area DISCOVERING THE UNIVERSE Course Number: 358 Length of Course: 18 weeks Grade Level:10-12 Elective Total Clock Hours: 120 Length of Period: 80 minutes Date Written: June 11, 2007 Periods

More information

BENCHMARK SC.E.1.2.1

BENCHMARK SC.E.1.2.1 SC.E.1.2.1 BENCHMARK SC.E.1.2.1 Benchmark SC.E.1.2.1 The student knows that the tilt of the Earth on its own axis as it rotates and revolves around the sun causes changes in season, length of day, and

More information

West Windsor-Plainsboro Regional School District Science Curriculum Grade 3

West Windsor-Plainsboro Regional School District Science Curriculum Grade 3 West Windsor-Plainsboro Regional School District Science Curriculum Grade 3 Unit 1: Planet Earth and the Solar System Content Area: Science Course & Grade Level: Astronomy, Grade 3 Summary and Rationale

More information

Second Grade Pre Post Test. Teacher s Edition

Second Grade Pre Post Test. Teacher s Edition P r e - P o s t T e s t 2 n d G r a d e T e a c h e r s E d i t i o n 1 Second Grade Pre Post Test Teacher s Edition English Pre Post Test Teacher s Edition 2 nd Grade P r e - P o s t T e s t 2 n d G r

More information

Grade 8 Science and IPC TEKS Comparison

Grade 8 Science and IPC TEKS Comparison Color Coding: Readiness Supporting Not tested Not addressed Partially addressed Addressed Knowledge & Skills C Grade 8HEMISTRY Notes correlating Grade 8 to IPC IPC (5) Matter and Energy. The student knows

More information

Course Description: Anatomy & Physiology 10 th 12 th grades. Grade

Course Description: Anatomy & Physiology 10 th 12 th grades. Grade Anatomy & Physiology 10 th 12 th grades Essential principles of human anatomy and physiology are presented. Students will develop an appreciation for God s greatest creation the human body. Hole s Essentials

More information

Paterson Public Schools

Paterson Public Schools By this marking period students should be applying skills and strategies learned in the first three marking periods. (See LAL Curriculum frameworks Grade KR page 1 of 12) Identifying front cover, back

More information

Elementary Science: Curriculum Map for Grade 5

Elementary Science: Curriculum Map for Grade 5 Second Nine Weeks Earth Science Guiding Question: How are the physical characteristics of each planet different? GLE0507.6.1 Compare planets based on their known characteristics. GLE 0507.Inq.1 Explore

More information

Greenwich Public Schools Science Curriculum Objectives. Grade 3

Greenwich Public Schools Science Curriculum Objectives. Grade 3 Greenwich Public Schools Science Curriculum Objectives Grade 3 THE NATURE OF SCIENTIFIC INQUIRY, LITERACY AND NUMERACY Scientific Inquiry: Scientific Literacy: Connecticut State Standards for Grades 3,

More information

Middle School 7th Grade Science Curriculum

Middle School 7th Grade Science Curriculum Middle School 7th Grade Science Curriculum Course Description: Students will engage in units related to three core areas in science: matter and energy, Earth s processes, and living things. Throughout

More information

Native Hawaiian Dry Forest Plants. Developed by: Nick DeBoer and Sylvie Bright

Native Hawaiian Dry Forest Plants. Developed by: Nick DeBoer and Sylvie Bright Grade Level: Sixth grade Native Hawaiian Dry Forest Plants Developed by: Nick DeBoer and Sylvie Bright Purpose: This curriculum is designed to communicate: I. How dry forest ecosystems are affected by

More information

T is for transferring heat energy. Define and illustrate conduction, convection, and radiation. Explain how each illustration shows heat transfer.

T is for transferring heat energy. Define and illustrate conduction, convection, and radiation. Explain how each illustration shows heat transfer. Name: Period: QUARTER 4 PROJECT 1 Science ABC Review Book Instructions **Denotes Quarter 4 Topics **A is for adaptation. Define adaptation. Draw and label a picture of a plant and an animal that has an

More information

8 th Grade Earth, Moon and Sun Systems Review

8 th Grade Earth, Moon and Sun Systems Review 8 th Grade Earth, Moon and Sun Systems Review #1 Click on the link to learn What causes Seasons? A #2 H G B D C What is season A in this diagram? E F A: Summer B: Fall C: Winter D: Spring D. Spring A #3

More information

Stellar Astronomy 1401 Spring 2009

Stellar Astronomy 1401 Spring 2009 Stellar Astronomy 1401 Spring 2009 Instructor: Ron Wilhelm Office: Science Building Room 9 Contact information: Office Hours: 742-4707 or ron.wilhelm@ttu.edu MWF 10:00-11:00 PM T & Th 11:30-12:30 AM Or

More information

Investigation 2: The Moon

Investigation 2: The Moon Science Notebook Sun, Moon, and Stars Investigation 2: The Moon Big Question: How, and why, does the Moon s appearance change? 1 Alignment with New York State Science Standards & Performance Indicators

More information

Science, Grade 8. General Course Information :: The student is expected to...

Science, Grade 8. General Course Information :: The student is expected to... Science, Grade 8 General Course Information :: The student is expected to... STAAR Resources Pacing Guide Weeks 1-2: Lab Safety, Equipment, & Scientific Method Unit Weeks 3-9: Chemistry Unit Weeks 10-11:

More information

WORKING DRAFT COHORT I & II

WORKING DRAFT COHORT I & II Timeline > Quarter Four (12 lessons) Science: How do the interactions between the earth, moon and sun produce night and day? How can we use the scientific method to investigate: moonlight and sunlight,

More information

HPISD Science Grade 5 Curriculum

HPISD Science Grade 5 Curriculum HPISD Science Grade 5 Curriculum Unit Name Unit 4: Earth and Space Science Unit Overview Students will identify and discover the formation of fossil fuels as well as alternative energy resources such as

More information

Science & Tech. Subjects, Grade 6-8 (RST.6-8.1) Cite specific textual evidence to support analysis of science and technical texts.

Science & Tech. Subjects, Grade 6-8 (RST.6-8.1) Cite specific textual evidence to support analysis of science and technical texts. Alignment of Alien Rescue with the Common Core Alien Rescue was designed to meet the learning goals set out in the Common Core English Language Arts & Literacy in Science and Technical Subjects, Grade

More information

Concepts: Understand that changes in the weather affect us; name changes in the weather; describe how changes in the weather affect us.

Concepts: Understand that changes in the weather affect us; name changes in the weather; describe how changes in the weather affect us. DY 1 Concept & Vocabulary Development Grade 2 Unit 4 Question of the Week: How do changes in the weather affect us? To introduce and discuss concepts and vocabulary related to the ways changes in the weather

More information

Fifth Grade Science Alignment Record Science GLCE v Expectation District Resources/Alignment Vocabulary Additional Resources

Fifth Grade Science Alignment Record Science GLCE v Expectation District Resources/Alignment Vocabulary Additional Resources ocesses IP.M.1 Inquiry Process Fifth Grade Sc Alignment Record Sc GLCE v.12.07 Inquiry involves generating questions, conducting investigations, and developing solutions to problems through reasoning and

More information

APS Science Curriculum Unit Planner

APS Science Curriculum Unit Planner APS Science Curriculum Unit Planner Grade Level/Subject The Stars Stage 1: Desired Results Enduring Understanding Stars are similar to living organisms in that the materials they are made out of and the

More information

Second Grade First Nine Week ELA Study Guide 2016

Second Grade First Nine Week ELA Study Guide 2016 Second Grade First Nine Week ELA Study Guide 2016 Second grade students will take their nine-week tests the week of October 17, 2016. For the ELA Test, students will read 3 passages (a fictional selection,

More information

PAP Eighth Grade Science Year-at-a-Glance ARKANSAS STATE SCIENCE STANDARDS

PAP Eighth Grade Science Year-at-a-Glance ARKANSAS STATE SCIENCE STANDARDS PAP Eighth Grade Science Year-at-a-Glance ARKANSAS STATE SCIENCE STANDARDS FIRST SEMESTER SECOND SEMESTER Unit 1 Motion Unit 2 Waves Unit 3 Space Unit 4 Genetics 9 weeks 8 weeks 7 weeks 8 weeks 8-PS2-1

More information

Science Scope and Sequence Louisburg USD #416. Earth Science 9 Biology 10 TEST 10 Chemistry App. Chemistry Human Biology Physics App.

Science Scope and Sequence Louisburg USD #416. Earth Science 9 Biology 10 TEST 10 Chemistry App. Chemistry Human Biology Physics App. Standard 1: Science as Inquiry Benchmark 1 Techniques Math and technology Lab procedures Designs investigations, including developing questions, gathering and analyzing data, and designing and conducting

More information

What Objects Are Part of the Solar System?

What Objects Are Part of the Solar System? What Objects Are Part of the Solar System? Lesson 1 Quiz Josleen divided some of the planets into two main groups. The table below shows how she grouped them. Paul created a poster showing the solar system.

More information

*These items are to be integrated throughout the content. However, you will find new resources for student practice with these concepts here.

*These items are to be integrated throughout the content. However, you will find new resources for student practice with these concepts here. 6 th Grade Science Scope and Sequence 1 st Quarter 2017-2018 Sequence of Concepts Rationale for Sequence Prior Knowledge Scientific Method and Engineering Design *These items are to be integrated throughout

More information

Concepts: Understand the meaning of words related to dinosaurs and paleontologists; describe dinosaurs; describe the work of paleontologists.

Concepts: Understand the meaning of words related to dinosaurs and paleontologists; describe dinosaurs; describe the work of paleontologists. DY 1 Concept & Vocabulary Development Grade 5 Unit Question of the Week: How can paleontologists help us understand the past? To introduce and discuss concepts and vocabulary related to dinosaurs and paleontology.

More information

SOURCES AND RESOURCES:

SOURCES AND RESOURCES: A Galactic Zoo Lesson plan for grades K-2 Length of lesson: 1 Class Period (60 minutes) Adapted by: Jesús Aguilar-Landaverde, Environmental Science Institute, February 24, 2012 SOURCES AND RESOURCES: An

More information

Bay Area Scientists in Schools Presentation Plan

Bay Area Scientists in Schools Presentation Plan Bay Area Scientists in Schools Presentation Plan Lesson Name: We Love Gravity! Presenter(s) Virginia Lehr, Laura Hidrobo Grade Level 5 Standards Connection(s) Solar System and Gravity Teaser: Gravity is

More information

Fourth Grade, Lesson 11 Solar System

Fourth Grade, Lesson 11 Solar System FOURTH GRADE, LESSON 11 SOLAR SYSTEM 1 Fourth Grade, Lesson 11 Solar System Vital Information Grade / Level: Fourth Grade (4) Subject: Spanish Language Topic or Unit of Study: Solar System Lesson Title:

More information

6 th Grade TEKS. Whacha-gotta-no!

6 th Grade TEKS. Whacha-gotta-no! 6 th Grade TEKS Whacha-gotta-no! (1) Scientific investigation and reasoning. 1(A) demonstrate safe practices during laboratory and field investigations as outlined in the Texas Safety Standards; and 1(B)

More information

GRADE 6: Earth and space 1. UNIT 6E.1 12 hours. The movement of the Earth and the Moon. Resources. About this unit. Previous learning.

GRADE 6: Earth and space 1. UNIT 6E.1 12 hours. The movement of the Earth and the Moon. Resources. About this unit. Previous learning. GRADE 6: Earth and space 1 The movement of the Earth and the Moon UNIT 6E.1 12 hours About this unit This unit is the only unit on Earth and space in Grade 6. The unit requires some knowledge of light

More information

What are the three basic types of spectra?

What are the three basic types of spectra? Learning from Light Our goals for learning What are the three basic types of spectra? How does light tell us what things are made of? How does light tell us the temperatures of planets and stars? How do

More information

Define umbra and penumbra. Then label the umbra and the penumbra on the diagram below. Umbra: Penumbra: Light source

Define umbra and penumbra. Then label the umbra and the penumbra on the diagram below. Umbra: Penumbra: Light source Lesson 3 Eclipses and Tides LA.8.2.2.3, SC.8.E.5.9, SC.8.N.1.1 Skim or scan the heading, boldfaced words, and pictures in the lesson. Identify or predict three facts you will learn from the lesson. Discuss

More information

Unit Maps: Middle School Earth Science

Unit Maps: Middle School Earth Science Structure of Earth Earth and space. The student understands the structure of Earth and the rock cycle. The student will explain what it means to say that God created the world and all matter out of nothing

More information

State of New Jersey Core Curriculum Standards Passwords: Science Vocabulary

State of New Jersey Core Curriculum Standards Passwords: Science Vocabulary CURRICULUM ASSOCIATES, Inc. Language Arts Literacy Curriculum C. Decoding and Word Recognition 1. Recognize some words by sight Grade 1 D. Fluency 1. Answer questions correctly that are posed about stories

More information

10/14/ /20/2018 Day View th Grade Math & Science. Page 1 of 9. Monday 10/15/2018. Teacher Duty Day

10/14/ /20/2018 Day View th Grade Math & Science. Page 1 of 9. Monday 10/15/2018. Teacher Duty Day Monday 10/15/2018 Teacher Duty Day Page 1 of 9 Extra Resources HWWeekof1015Due1019.pdf LongDivisionTicTacToeFREE.pdf Tuesday 10/16/2018 CrackingtheClassroomCodeSolarSystemScienceEscapeRoom.pdf solarsstemanchor.jpg

More information

5.3 Astronomy Outline

5.3 Astronomy Outline 5.3 Astronomy Outline Enduring Understanding: The position of the Earth in the Solar System affects the conditions of life on our planet. Essential Question: How does the position of the Earth in the Solar

More information

Chapter 26 Section 1 pages Directed Reading Section: Viewing the Universe

Chapter 26 Section 1 pages Directed Reading Section: Viewing the Universe Name: Period: Chapter 26 Section 1 pages 659-666 Directed Reading Section: Viewing the Universe 1. How did observations of the sky help sailors in the past? 2. What is the main reason people study the

More information

The Sun-Earth-Moon System

The Sun-Earth-Moon System Name The Sun-Earth-Moon System Section 28.3 The Sun-Earth-Moon System Date Main Idea Details Read the title of Section 3. List three things that might be discussed in this section. 1. 2. 3. Review Vocabulary

More information

Boy Scout Badge Workshop ASTRONOMY

Boy Scout Badge Workshop ASTRONOMY Boy Scout Badge Workshop ASTRONOMY Welcome to the Schenectady Museum & Suits-Bueche Planetarium! During this workshop, you will explore the museum, see a show in the planetarium, and try out some other

More information

McKinley Presidential Library & Museum Planetarium Show Ohio Science Standards Fifth Grade

McKinley Presidential Library & Museum Planetarium Show Ohio Science Standards Fifth Grade Fifth Grade-Interconnections Within Systems: Cycles on, such as those occurring in ecosystems, in the solar system, and in the movement of light and sound result in describable patterns. Speed is a measurement

More information

BENCHMARK SC.F Standard 1 The student describes patterns of structure and function in living things.

BENCHMARK SC.F Standard 1 The student describes patterns of structure and function in living things. SC.F.1.2.1 BENCHMARK SC.F.1.2.1 Standard 1 The student describes patterns of structure and function in living things. Benchmark SC.F.1.2.1 The student knows that the human body is made of systems with

More information

Science 8 th Grade Scope and Sequence

Science 8 th Grade Scope and Sequence Sample Science 8 th Grade Science 8 th Grade Scope and Sequence August - October = ESS1: Earth s Place in the Universe Essential Questions: What is Earth s place in the Universe? What makes up our solar

More information

Living Things. Lower KS2 Learning Objective. Ideas for practice. knowledge

Living Things. Lower KS2 Learning Objective. Ideas for practice. knowledge Lower KS2 Learning Objective Living Things Plants: 1. Identify and describe the functions of different parts of plants: roots, stem, leaves and flowers 2. Identify the requirements of plants for life and

More information

Geography The Restless Atmosphere

Geography The Restless Atmosphere Geography The Restless Atmosphere It is not necessary to carry out all the activities contained in this unit. Please see Teachers Notes for explanations, additional activities, and tips and suggestions.

More information

Science Year 5 and 6

Science Year 5 and 6 Science Year 5 and 6 The principal focus of science teaching in upper Key Stage 2 is to enable pupils to develop a deeper understanding of a wide range of scientific ideas. They should do this through

More information

Third Grade Math and Science DBQ Weather and Climate/Representing and Interpreting Charts and Data - Teacher s Guide

Third Grade Math and Science DBQ Weather and Climate/Representing and Interpreting Charts and Data - Teacher s Guide Third Grade Math and Science DBQ Weather and Climate/Representing and Interpreting Charts and Data - Teacher s Guide A document based question (DBQ) is an authentic assessment where students interact with

More information

Stars. The composition of the star It s temperature It s lifespan

Stars. The composition of the star It s temperature It s lifespan Stars Stars A star is a ball of different elements in the form of gases The elements and gases give off electromagnetic radiation (from nuclear fusion) in the form of light Scientists study the light coming

More information

Characteristics of Stars

Characteristics of Stars Characteristics of Stars This section explains how astronomers measure distances to stars. It also describes how stars are classified. Use Target Reading Skills As you read about stars, stop and write

More information

Functional Vertebrate Anatomy (ZOO 3713C), Spring Lectures: Monday, Wednesday, Friday, 11.45am 12.35pm (period 5)

Functional Vertebrate Anatomy (ZOO 3713C), Spring Lectures: Monday, Wednesday, Friday, 11.45am 12.35pm (period 5) Functional Vertebrate Anatomy (ZOO 3713C), Spring 2017 Lectures: Monday, Wednesday, Friday, 11.45am 12.35pm (period 5) Location: Psychology, Rm 0130 Laboratories: Section 11C9 Monday 1.55-6.00 pm (periods

More information

Learn how the moon changes and how it may have inspired creative writers by creating your own Moon Journal!

Learn how the moon changes and how it may have inspired creative writers by creating your own Moon Journal! Learn how the moon changes and how it may have inspired creative writers by creating your own Moon Journal! Essential Question Why is it important to understand figurative language? Overview Students will

More information

CURRICULUM MAP 3 rd Grade Science

CURRICULUM MAP 3 rd Grade Science Unit Time Frame Rocks and Minerals 8 weeks Essential Questions Transfer Goal: Understand that rocks and minerals found in the Earth have varying properties and potential uses that can be found through

More information

7th Grade Life Science Grade Remediation Packet

7th Grade Life Science Grade Remediation Packet 7th Grade Life Science Grade Remediation Packet Purpose of this packet If you have received this packet it is because you are currently or in jeopardy of failing this class. This is not a punishment, but

More information

5E Lesson Plan Template

5E Lesson Plan Template Handout Authors: Ashley Thornburg Austin Ross Title of Lesson: The Life Cycle of Stars Date of Lesson: Wednesday March 14, 2012 Length of Lesson: 40-45 minutes Name/Level of Course: Science 8 th Source

More information

HUMAN BODY THE SKELETAL AND MUSCULAR SYSTEMS REM 653 A TEACHING RESOURCE FROM...

HUMAN BODY THE SKELETAL AND MUSCULAR SYSTEMS REM 653 A TEACHING RESOURCE FROM... THE HUMAN BODY SKELETAL AND MUSCULAR SYSTEMS A TEACHING RESOURCE FROM... REM 653 AUTHOR Melba Callender 1987, 2001 Copyright by Remedia Publications, Inc. All Rights Reserved. Printed in the U.S.A. The

More information

Sample. Test Booklet. Subject: SC, Grade: 08 MEA Released 2009 Science Items Grade 8. - signup at to remove - Student name:

Sample. Test Booklet. Subject: SC, Grade: 08 MEA Released 2009 Science Items Grade 8. - signup at  to remove - Student name: Test Booklet Subject: SC, Grade: 08 MEA Released 2009 Science Items Grade 8 Student name: Author: Maine District: Maine Released Tests Printed: Monday October 08, 2012 1 What effect does gravity have on

More information

Overview Students read about the structure of the universe and then compare the sizes of different objects in the universe.

Overview Students read about the structure of the universe and then compare the sizes of different objects in the universe. Part 1: Colonize the solar system Lesson #1: Structure of the Universe Time: approximately 40-50 minutes Materials: Copies of different distances (included). Text: So What All Is Out There, Anyway? Overview

More information

Subject: Science Course Title: Earth & Grade Level(s): 8th

Subject: Science Course Title: Earth & Grade Level(s): 8th Teacher: Mike Valenti School: Mt. Tabor Middle School Subject: Science Course Title: Earth & Grade Level(s): 8th Space Is high school credit an option for this course? Yes X No Prerequisites: None Course

More information

Convex mirror (p1) Convex mirror (p2) Galileo's Telescope. Incandescent light bulb James Gregory Telescope Kepler's Telescope

Convex mirror (p1) Convex mirror (p2) Galileo's Telescope. Incandescent light bulb James Gregory Telescope Kepler's Telescope SCIENCE GENERAL APPARATUS & EQUIPMENT Convex mirror (p1) Convex mirror (p2) Galileo's Telescope Incandescent light bulb James Gregory Telescope Kepler's Telescope Mirrors (p1) Mirrors (p2) Plane mirror

More information

Griffith Observatory Field Trip Guide

Griffith Observatory Field Trip Guide To enter the Griffith Observatory you must make a reservation for a seat on a shuttle. There is a cost associated with each shuttle ticket and it is $8.00. There is no other way to enter Griffith Observatory!

More information

Coral Park Christian Academy

Coral Park Christian Academy Coral Park Christian Academy 7 th Grade Curriculum 2016-2017 Bible Unit 1 WORSHIP The nature of worship Old Testament worship New Testament worship True worship Unit 2 MANKIND The origin of man The fall

More information

Shapes in the Sky. A Planetarium Lab Lesson and Classroom Activities for Grades K-1

Shapes in the Sky. A Planetarium Lab Lesson and Classroom Activities for Grades K-1 A Planetarium Lab Lesson and Classroom Activities for Grades K-1 Students observe a geometric shape (star, or constellation patterns) for each season; how the sky changes daily and seasonally; compass

More information

investigating the question RELEASED TEST Aligned to the Standards Science - Grade 8 For more information, visit

investigating the question RELEASED TEST Aligned to the Standards Science - Grade 8 For more information, visit investigating the question RELEASED TEST Aligned to the Standards Science - Grade 8 For more information, visit www.lead4ward.com IQ Analysis Investigating the Question 6.5C RC: 1 6.5C differentiate between

More information

use limited written language, spoken language, numbers, or labeled drawings to describe observed objects and phenomena. (N.2.A.1)

use limited written language, spoken language, numbers, or labeled drawings to describe observed objects and phenomena. (N.2.A.1) N.2.A.1 Students know how to make observations and give descriptions using words, numbers, and drawings. Science Achievement Indicators Grade Span Content Standard N2A Students understand that science

More information

Challenger Center Teacher Resources for Engaging Students in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math

Challenger Center Teacher Resources for Engaging Students in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math Challenger Center Teacher Resources for Engaging Students in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math Designed for Grades 5-8 These resources are brought to you by: Earth vs. Mars Prep Time 10 minutes

More information

RHHS Unit Template Unit Name: Astronomy

RHHS Unit Template Unit Name: Astronomy RHHS Unit Template Unit Name: Astronomy Grade: 10th Content Area: Science Duration: -8 Days Essential Question(s): How can we explain Earth s position and motions in space? How can we differentiate between

More information

Textbooks: Course notes, reprints, handouts and other materials as distributed in class and lab.

Textbooks: Course notes, reprints, handouts and other materials as distributed in class and lab. Biology 337: Comparative Vertebrate Anatomy Course Syllabus Spring 2018 Westminster College Instructor: Dr. John Robertson Office 221 Hoyt Office Hours MWF 9:15-10:15 Course Description: A study of the

More information

Earth & Weather. River of Knowledge. Energy & Fossils. Earth & Weather. River of Knowledge. Energy & Fossils

Earth & Weather. River of Knowledge. Energy & Fossils. Earth & Weather. River of Knowledge. Energy & Fossils Preschool Explorations of the Natural World WOW! Zone With modeling and support, recognize familiar elements of the natural environment and understand that these may change over time (e.g., soil, weather,

More information

After your registration is complete and your proctor has been approved, you may take the Credit by Examination for Science 8B.

After your registration is complete and your proctor has been approved, you may take the Credit by Examination for Science 8B. SCI 8B Science 8, Second Semester #8937 (v.3.0) To the Student: After your registration is complete and your proctor has been approved, you may take the Credit by Examination for Science 8B. ABOUT THE

More information

Lesson 2.18: Physical Science Energy & Physical Science Review

Lesson 2.18: Physical Science Energy & Physical Science Review Weekly Focus: Test-Taking Strategies Weekly Skill: Review of Physical Science Lessons 2.8 2.17 Lesson Summary: This week students will have the opportunity to review physical science from lessons 2.8 to

More information