Metric Measurements And Science Inquiry 6 weeks N.8.A.1 N.8.A.7 Science is a Discovery Process Why is it important that we use a standard system of measurement? Why is it important to collect accurate data? How have science discoveries changed the way we understand the world? Accurately measure using metric tools and units. Use science skills and technology, perform, collect, and analyze experimental data. Calculate volume using LxWxH or displacement. Calculate density using formula D = M/V Sem 1: 1 6 Chapter 1 Metric measurement Density Mass Volume Science inquiry Measurement tools Displacement Labs: Length Lab Volume Lab Mass Lab Temperature Lab Density Lab Displacement Lab Current events s. Write a document that clearly states a purpose, lab results, and an analysis. Describe an area of science that has changed over time. Douglas County School District Page 1 March 2010
Matter & Chemistry 5 weeks P.8.A.1 P.8.A.8 P.8.C.3 P.8.C.4 Everything is matter, except energy. How are physical and chemical properties of matter observed, arranged, and measured? How does energy affect matter? Use atomic # and atomic mass to determine correct # of protons, neutrons, and electrons in a single atom of an element. physical & chemical changes. compounds & mixtures. Describe particle arrangement in solids, liquids, & gases. Identify patterns in the periodic table. Compare & contrast elements, compounds, & molecules. Sem 1: 7 11 Chapter 2 Materials States of matter Properties of matter Physical change Chemical change Atomic number Atomic mass Atom Periodic table Element Proton Neutron Electron Compound Molecule Mixture Chemical bond Chemical formula Labs/Activities: Electron cloud model White board practice (atomic structure models) Chemical Rxn lab Mixture Lab Douglas County School District Page 2 March 2010
Astronomy 6 weeks P.8.C.1 E.8.A.1 E.8.B.1 E.8.B.7 N.8.B.2 Earth is one part of a dynamic universe What is the relationship between Earth, Moon, and Sun? How was our solar system formed and what is it made of? How do stars evolve? How do space programs increase our knowledge of the universe? Describe differences between inner & outer planets. Name different types of galaxies & stars Describe how Earth s revolution & tilt towards sun causes seasons. comets, meteors, & asteroids. Explain moon phases. Compare mass, brightness, & color of our sun to other stars. Identify different types of electromagnetic radiation. universe activities Douglas County School District Page 3 March 2010 Sem 1: 12 17 Chapters 22 25 Planetary movements Earth-Moon- Sun relationships Electromagneti c radiation Moon phases Types of stars Life cycle of stars Sun Space exploration Solar system Planets Asteroid, Comet Moon Meteor Milky Way Types of galaxies Light year Theories of Labs/Activities: Oreo cookie moon phases lab Planet postcard Tour of solar system Scale model of solar system distances Scale model of planets Life cycle of stars foldables Various foldables Astromatch activity GEMS astronomy
Minerals, Rocks, Mining, Energy, and Nevada 6 7 weeks E.8.C.1 2 E.8.C.6 8 N.8.B.1-2 Earth s crust is made of minerals and rocks that have a variety of uses. How are minerals and rocks related? How are rocks created and changed through the rock cycle? How are rocks and minerals useful in our lives? What are the advantages and disadvantages of mining? What makes a resource renewable? Identify minerals based on physical properties. Describe how minerals form. Interpret the rock cycle. Identify the types of rocks based on physical properties. Determine between renewable and nonrenewable. Describe Nevada s natural. Sem 2: 1 6 Textbook Chapters 3 7 Mineral Rock Magma Lava Physical properties of minerals Gem Ore Rock cycle Igneous Sedimentary Metamorphic Renewable Nonrenewable Weathering Soil Labs: Mineral Identification Lab Igneous rock lab Sedimentary rock lab Metamorphic rock lab WANTED poster Chocolate chip mining lab Nevada map activity for renewable and nonrenewable Erosion labs Douglas County School District Page 4 March 2010
Earth s Internal Processes and Geologic history 6-8 weeks E.8.C.3 E.8.C.5 P.8.C.2 P.8.C.5 N.8.B.1-2 Earth s internal forces cause geologic events. How have tectonic plates moved over time? Why do so many geologic events happen along plate boundaries? What evidence is there to support continental drift and the theory of plate tectonics? How do major geologic events affect us? How do fossils help us learn about the past? Draw and describe Earth s internal structure. Give evidence for continental drift. Describe how the slow movement of Earth s crustal plates results in geologic formations and events. Know that most earthquakes and volcanoes occur along plate boundaries. Sem 2: 7-14 Textbook chapters 10 14 Continental drift Pangaea Seafloor spreading Plate tectonics Convection Types of faults Earthquake Seismic waves Focus Epicenter Seismograph Magnitude Layers of earth Types of volcanoes Types of plate boundaries Liquefaction Tsunami labs/activities: Mystery of the Far Flung Fossil Scale model of Earth s interior Fault models ( USGS) Liquefaction demo Slinky demo (earthquake waves) Structure Survival Lab Convection Lab Douglas County School District Page 5 March 2010
Earth s Internal Processes and Geologic history, con t. 6-8 weeks Compare and contrast the types of plate boundaries and types of faults. Volcano Hot Spot Stratigraphy Fossils Geologic time scale (GEMS) Online earthquake simulation Radioactive and Relative dating lab Compare and contrast the types of volcanoes. Model the types of earthquake waves. Geologic time activity Use fossils and other features to determine the relative ages of rock layers. Douglas County School District Page 6 March 2010
Earth s atmosphere and climate 3 4 weeks E.8.A.2 E.8.A.6 E.12.A.1 E.12.A.4 N.8.B.1-2 Earth s unique atmosphere sustains life. What causes our weather? Why does climate vary in different parts of the world? Why does our weather change? Why is Nevada a desert? What is the role of greenhouse gases in global warming? weather and climate. Describe layers of the atmosphere. Describe how a rain shadow affects Nevada s climate. Describe the greenhouse effect. Sem. 2 14 16 Textbook Chapters 15 17 Water cycle Layers of atmosphere Climate Weather Rain shadow Jet stream Sun Types of heat transfer labs/activities: Layers of atmosphere mural GEMS convection lab GEMS Greenhouse gases activity Douglas County School District Page 7 March 2010