Unit: Scientific Inquiry
Unit Description
Lessons
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Observing the Natural World
Resources: 11 YWBAT: 1.) State the characteristics of a scientific observation. 2.) Make observations of the natural world |
7,594
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Making Inferences
Resources: 2 YWBAT: Make inferences on observations of the natural world. |
8,583
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Using your keen observation skills to infer
Resources: 3 YWBAT: Analyze images and make observations that lead to the development of logical, reasonable inference. |
1,100
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Egg Demonstration
Resources: 1 YWBAT: Record observations and make inferences about the egg demonstration |
1,674
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Metric Conversions
Resources: 5 YWBAT: 1)Correctly convert metric units |
54,637
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Measuring Length
Resources: 7 YWBAT: 1) Identify the basic unit for measuring length 2) Use a metric ruler to measure various lengths to the nearest centimeter and millimeter. |
12,339
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Measuring lab (Sciencespot.net)
Resources: 1 YWBAT:apply your understanding of metric conversions and proper measuring skills to accurately determine the length of various objects. |
1,503
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Measuring Volume of Rectangular Solids
Resources: 1 YWBAT: 1) Measure the length, width and height of a rectangular object to calculate its volume. 2.) Define volume |
3,451
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Measuring Liquid Volume
Resources: 3 YWBAT: 1.) Identify the scale on a graduated cylinder in order to measure the volume of a liquid. |
12,493
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Measuring Volume of Irregular Objects
Resources: 2 YWBAT: 1) Use the water displacement method to measure the volume of irregularly shaped objects. |
17,201
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Measuring Mass with a Triple Beam Balance
Resources: 3 YWBAT: 1) Accurately define matter and mass 2) Accurately read the mass of an object to the nearest hundredth place. |
18,246
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Using the IVCDV chart to help understand variables and constants
Resources: 2 YWBAT: 1) Organize a scientific experiment 2) Accurately identify and explain the independent and dependent variables and constants in different experiments |
2,961
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Gummy Bear Experiment
Resources: 6 YWBAT: 1) Utilize your scientific measuring skills and experimental design knowledge to design an experiment that tests the effect of water on gummy bear size. |
61,168
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The Egg Mystery (Day 2)
Resources: 1 SWBAT: Research various websites and view simulations to gather evidence for our questions |
266
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Unit Resources
| lengthPowerPoint.pdf |
404
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| Homework sheet 1.doc |
562
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| DN Candles in beakers Other |
240
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| Copy of 08 09 02 Activity Dino Footprints Pic |
209
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| Copy of 08 09 02 Activity Dino Footprints Story and T |
167
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