6 th Structure and Properties of Matter August 31 Sept. 24 7 days 06-PS1-1. Develop models to describe the atomic composition of simple molecules and extended structures. CONNECTIONS: RST.6-8.7 Informational text with visual display (e.g. in flowchart, diagram, model, graph, or table) I can describe how substances are made (different atoms combine with one another in various ways). I can define and give examples of atoms. I can define and give examples of molecules. I can describe the size of different molecules in terms of the number of atoms. I can describe the structure of extended structures. I can give examples of extended structures formed from molecules. I can explain why models are helpful in understanding the structure of molecules. I can compare complexity of different types of molecules. I can use a model to describe the structure of molecules.1. Introduce word links or Frayer model 2. Read related texts (e.g. textbook, articles, leveled readers) 3. Visuals (videos, graphs, charts, models) 4. Labs 5. Related Activities/Skill Builders 6. Formative/Summative Assessments. Use play-dough to make a model of atom. List on page 98 and 106 from textbook Protons Electrons Neutrons Atom Textbook Encyclomedia videos Newton s Universe Chapter Resource Notebooks Leveled Readers June 2015 Page 1
2 days 06-PS1-3. Gather and make sense of information to describe that synthetic materials come from natural resources and impact society. I can use various materials/computer programs to create a model of molecules. I can develop models to show the atomic composition. I can develop models to show the atomic composition of extended structures. I can define natural resources. I can define renewable and non-renewable. I can identify chemical properties of substances. I can explain how molecules regroup in different chemicals to form different molecules. I can use qualitative properties to describe that synthetic materials come from natural resources. I can evaluate data to differentiate between natural and synthetic resources. I can classify substances based on physical and chemical properties. I can conduct research and June 2015 Page 2
6 days (extra day of needed) 06-PS1-4. Develop a model that predicts and describes changes in particle motion, temperature, and state of a pure substance when thermal energy is added or removed. obtain information about a given topic. I can explain how forces hold molecules together. I can model what causes changes in the states of matter. I can construct a model to show the structure of atoms, compounds, and molecules. Newton s Universe (heat and temperature) States of Matter I can identify how natural resources are used to make everyday materials. June 2015 Page 3
6 th Forces and Interactions Aug. 6 Aug 28 06-PS2-1. Apply Newton s Third Law to design a solution to a problem involving the motion of two colliding objects.* FOCUS on 1 st and 2 nd Laws of MOTION 06-PS2-2. Plan an investigation to provide evidence that the change in an object s motion depends on the sum of the forces on the object and the mass of the object. I can apply Newton s First and Second Law to design a solution to a problem involving the motion of two colliding objects. I can plan an investigation to provide evidence that the change in an object s motion depends on the sum of the forces on the object and the mass of the object. Newton s Universe Car Race, Rolling Balls, Graphs, Charts Force Motion Mass Gravity Newton s Laws Balanced Unbalanced Net force Inertia Newton s Universe * 12 activities (See Becky Douglas) June 2015 Page 4
6 th Matter and Energy in Organisms and Ecosystems 2 nd semester 06-LS2-1. Analyze and interpret data to provide evidence for the effects of resource availability on organisms and populations of organisms in an ecosystem. I can analyze and interpret data to provide evidence for the effects of resource availability on organisms and populations of organisms in an ecosystem. abiotic factor, food chain, food web, biotic potential,organism interactions, environmental services, conservation, competition, predation, symbiosis, and mutualism, producers, consumers 06-LS2-3. Develop a model to describe the cycling of matter and flow of energy among living and nonliving parts of an ecosystem. I can develop a model to describe the cycling of matter and flow of energy among living and nonliving parts of an ecosystem. June 2015 Page 5
6 th Interdependent Relationships in Ecosystems 2 nd semester 06-LS2-2. Construct an explanation that predicts patterns of interactions among organisms across multiple ecosystems. I can construct an explanation that predicts patterns of interactions among organisms across multiple ecosystems. matter, energy, organism, species, ecosystem, population, community, biosphere, biome, population density, limiting factors, carrying capacity, biodiversity, ecosystem services, biodiversity, biotic factor, June 2015 Page 6
6 th Space Systems Sept. 28 Oct. 30 2 weeks on Moon phases 06-ESS1-1. Develop and use a model of the Earth-sun-moon system to describe the cyclic patterns of lunar phases, eclipses of the sun and moon, and seasons. I can develop a model to explain the reasons for the seasons. I can develop a model to explain lunar patterns. Keep a moon phase log each night for 2 weeks BEFORE Sept. 28 th continue during space unit. Dark room use lamp and balls to show phases of moon. Oreo activity to show moon phases.(amanda Hatter-Pinterest) Seasons Eclipse(Lunar/Solar) Lunar phases Celestial bodies Solar system Milky Way Universe Galaxy Gravity Mass Orbit Waxing Warning Crescent Gibbous 1 st quarter 3 rd quarter Rotation Revolution Orbit Scale properties tilt Moon phase kit (Karin Weddle) Encyclomedia short clips of moon phases Pinterest Teachers Pay Teachers 1 week 06-ESS1-2. Develop and use a model to describe the role of gravity in the motions within I can use a model to explain the role of gravity in our Solar Systems. Posters of high and low tides. June 2015 Page 7
galaxies and the solar system. 1 week 06-ESS1-3. Analyze and interpret data to determine scale properties of objects in the solar system. I can create a model to demonstrate approximate scale within our solar systems. June 2015 Page 8
6 th History of Earth 2 nd semester 06-ESS2-2. Construct an explanation based on evidence for how geoscience processes have changed Earth s surface at varying time and spatial scales. I can explain how the surface of the Earth has changed over time. I can provide evidence to support the Theory of Plate Tectonics. I can compare the magnitude and duration of forces that have changed Earth s surface. Constructive force, destructive force, fossil, fossil record, continental drift, plate tectonics (including plate boundaries/plate movementconvergent, divergent, and transform), rock strata, Law of Superposition, trench, sea-floor spreading, subduction, geologic processes (including mountain building, glaciations, watershed June 2015 Page 9
development, weathering and erosion.) 06-ESS2-3. Analyze and interpret data on the distribution of fossils and rocks, continental shapes, and seafloor structures to provide evidence of the past plate motions. I can analyze and interpret data on the distribution of fossils and rocks, continental shapes, and seafloor structures to provide evidence of the past plate motions. June 2015 Page 10
6 th Earth s Systems 2 nd semester 06-ESS2-1. Develop a model to describe the cycling of Earth s materials and the flow of energy that drives this process. I can develop a model to describe the cycling of Earth s materials and the flow of energy that drives this process. Hydrological Cycle Precipitation Accumulation Sublimation Evaporation Condensation Transpiration Energy Crystallization Runoff Groundwater Rock Cycle Igneous Rock 06-ESS2-4. Develop a model to describe the cycling of water through Earth s systems driven by energy from the sun and the force of gravity. I can develop a model to describe the cycling of water through Earth s systems driven by energy from the sun and the force of gravity. Sedimentary Rock Metamorphic Rock Heat and Pressure Cementation and Compaction Sediment Weathering and Erosion Deposition Melting Cooling Fossils Magma June 2015 Page 11
Lava Inner Core Outer Core Mantle Lithosphere June 2015 Page 12
6 th Weather and Climate 2 nd semester 06-ESS2-5 Collect data to provide evidence for how the motions and complex interactions of air masses results in changes in weather conditions. 06-ESS2-6 Develop and use a model to describe how unequal heating and rotation of the Earth cause patterns of atmospheric and oceanic circulation that determine regional climates. I can collect data to provide evidence for how the motions and complex interactions of air masses results in changes in weather conditions. I can develop and use a model to describe how unequal heating and rotation of the Earth cause patterns of atmospheric and oceanic circulation that determine regional climates. Weather Climate Air Masses Fronts (Cold, Warm, Occluded, Stationary) Coriolis Effect Clipper Systems Latitude Altitude Doppler radar Geography Atmosphere Rotation Polar Vortex Ocean currents Wind currents temperature June 2015 Page 13
6-8 Engineering Design EMBEDDE D during 1 st semester MS-ETS1-1 Define the criteria and constraints of a design problem with sufficient precision to ensure a successful solution, taking into account relevant scientific principles and potential impacts on people and the natural environment that may limit possible solutions. MS-ETS1-2 Evaluate completing design solutions using a systematic process to determine how well they meet the criteria and constraints of the problem. MS-ETS1-3 Analyze data from tests to determine similarities and differences among several design solutions to identify the best characteristics of each that can be combined into a new solution to I can define the criteria and constraints of a design problem with sufficient precision to ensure a successful solution, taking into account relevant scientific principles and potential impacts on people and the natural environment that may limit possible solutions. I can evaluate completing design solutions using a systematic process to determine how well they meet the criteria and constraints of the problem. I can analyze data from tests to determine similarities and differences among several design solutions to identify the best characteristics of each that can be combined into a new solution to better meet the criteria for success. Atom modes Moon phase journals/models Solar system models June 2015 Page 14
better meet the criteria for success. Develop a model to generate data for iterative testing and modification of a proposed object, tool, or process such that an optimal design can be achieved. I can develop a model to generate data for iterative testing and modification of a proposed object, tool, or process such that an optimal design can be achieved. June 2015 Page 15