Abstract: Different analytical techniques, including chromatography and observation using UV light, are used to determine differences between real and fake money. *Chemical Energy Conversions Goal: To help students understand the energy conversions from chemical to light, sound, mechanical and thermal energy. Abstract: The following energy conversions are studied: Chemical Energy → Thermal, Light, Sound, Mechanical Energy Spray flammable Lycopodium powder is sprayed into a can with a lit tea candle Chemical Energy → Light energy uses a light stick Chemical Energy → Thermal Energy uses arecyclable hand warmer and HotHands hand warmer. Thermal Energy → Chemical Energy Potassium chloride is dissolved in – students will observe a decrease in temperature. GLE 0607.10.2 Analyze various types of energy transformations SPI 0607.10.3 Recognize that energy can be transformed from one type to another. PS3.B Conservation of Energy and Energy Transfer PS3.D Energy in Chemical Processes and Everyday Life *Chemical Reactions (Evidence for) Goal: To introduce students to 3 different types of evidence that a chemical reaction has occurred – 1) reactions that give a precipitate; 2) reactions that produce a gas; and 3) reactions that involve a color change. Abstract: Students will the difference between a physical change and a chemical change, and the visual indicators (color change, gas, precipitate) that a chemical change has taken place on a microscopic level. Students mix solutions of different chemicals in a well plate and make observations. GLE 0807.9.3: Interpret data from an investigation to differentiate between physical and chemical changes GLE 0807.9.8: Interpret the events represented by a chemical equation GLE 0507.9.1: Observe and measure the simple chemical properties of common substances GLE 0807.9.4 Distinguish elements compounds and mixtures SPI 0807.9.2: Identify the common outcome of all chemical changes SPI 0807.9.8: Interpret the results of an investigation to determine whether a physical or chemical change has occurred SPI 0507.9.1: Distinguish between physical and chemical properties SPI 0807.9.4 Differentiate between a mixture and a compound SPI 0807.9.9 Identify the reactants and products of a chemical reaction. PS1.B Chemical Reactions
water-soluble pens are used to make tie-dyed patterns. *Comets Goal: To teach students the importance of and composition of comets. Abstract: Students investigate what comets are, where they come from and what they are made of. Students simulate a comet by combining dry ice, water, charcoal, ammonia and dirt. Students watch their comet as it gives off gas. It can be broken with a hammer to observe the inner part of the comet. Dry ice is used to simulate the tail of the comet. Comets and Asteroids are compared. GLE 0607.6.1: Analyze information about the major components of the universe SPI 0607.6.1: Use data to draw conclusions about the major components of the universe ESS1.B Earth and the Solar System Common Chemicals Chemicals are listed by their common and chemical names, formula and source. *Conduction (Mini-Lesson) A shortened version of lesson below. GLE 0507.10.2: Conduct experiments on the transfer of heat energy through conduction, convection and radiation SPI 0507.10.2: Use data from an investigation to determine the method which heat energy is transferred from one object or material to another PS3.B Conservation of Energy and Energy Transfer *Conduction, Convection and Radiation Goal: To introduce students to conduction, convection and radiation. Students discuss the difference between temperature and heat. Liquid crystal sensors are used to help students “see” conduction, convection and radiation. The liquid crystal sensor is held beside a lamp to show radiation, a heat pack to illustrate convection. Conduction is visualized using a heat pack and copper, iron and wood strips Students visualize conduction in, using a heat pack as the heat source. Students will observe that the ice on the aluminum melts faster than on the wood or Styrofoam. GLE 0507.10.2: Conduct experiments on the transfer of heat energy through conduction, convection and radiation SPI 0507.10.2: Use data from an investigation to determine the method which heat energy is transferred from one object or material to another PS3.B Conservations of Energy and Energy Transfer
GLE 0707.4.3: Explain the relationship among genes, chromosomes and inherited traits GLE 0707.4.4: Predict the probable appearance of possible offspring based on the genetic characteristics of the parents SPI 0707.4.3: Describe the relationship between among genes, chromosomes and inherited traits SPI 0707.4.4: Interpret a Punnett Square to predict possible genetic combinations passed from parents to offspring during sexual reproduction Inheritance Patterns in “Reebops” Goal: To understand recessive and dominant traits Students choose chromosome sets from 2 parents and create their offspring using marshmallows and candy. GLE 0507.4.1: Recognize that information is passed from parent to offspring during reproduction GLE 0707.4.3: Explain the relationship among genes, chromosomes and inherited traits GLE 0707.4.4: Predict the probable appearance of possible offspring based on the genetic characteristics of the parents SPI 0507.4.1: Recognize that information is passed from parent to offspring during reproduction SPI 0707.4.3: Describe the relationship between among genes, chromosomes and inherited traits SPI 0707.4.4: Interpret a Punnett Square to predict possible genetic combinations passed from parents to offspring during sexual reproduction LS3.A Inheritance of Traits LS3.B Variation of Traits *Inheritance Patterns in Dragons Goal: To understand recessive and dominant traits Students choose chromosome sets from 2 parents and create dragon offspring using different shapes of feet, wings, horns, flames etc. GLE 0507.4.1: Recognize that information is passed from parent to offspring during reproduction GLE 0707.4.3: Explain the relationship among genes, chromosomes and inherited traits GLE 0707.4.4: Interpret a Punnett square to predict possible genetic combinations passed from SPI 0507.4.1: Recognize that information is passed from parent to offspring during reproduction SPI 0707.4.3: Describe the relationship between among genes, chromosomes and inherited traits SPI 0707.4.4: Interpret a Punnett Square to predict possible genetic LS3.A Inheritance of Traits LS3.B Variation of Traits
parents to offspring during sexual reproduction combinations passed from parents to offspring during sexual reproduction *Inheritance Patterns: Crazy Traits (CPO Kit) Goal: To understand recessive and dominant traits Students choose chromosome sets from 2 parents and create offspring using different features. GLE 0507.4.1: Recognize that information is passed from parent to offspring during reproduction GLE 0707.4.3: Explain the relationship among genes, chromosomes and inherited traits GLE 0707.4.4: Interpret a Punnett square to predict possible genetic combinations passed from parents to offspring during sexual reproduction SPI 0507.4.1: Recognize that information is passed from parent to offspring during reproduction SPI 0707.4.3: Describe the relationship between among genes, chromosomes and inherited traits SPI 0707.4.4: Interpret a Punnett Square to predict possible genetic combinations passed from parents to offspring during sexual reproduction LS3.A Inheritance of Traits LS3.B Variation of Traits *Iron in Cereal To learn the difference between elements, compounds, and mixtures by studying the different forms of iron. To explain why iron is useful in the diet, and to demonstrate how iron is used by the body. Abstract: Students look at 3 different vials containing elemental iron, iron oxide and a mixture of sand and magnetite. Students observe the differences in the formulas and perform tests to show different chemical behaviors. Students use the magnetic property of elemental iron to remove iron particles from one serving of a cereal that provides 85-100% of the Recommended Daily Amount for adults (18 mg). Since our bodies can’t use elemental iron, students learn through demonstrations how elemental iron is oxidized to iron ions. GLE 0507.9.1: Observe and measure the simple chemical properties of common substances GLE 0807..9.4 Distinguish among elements compounds and mixtures SPI 0507.9.1: Distinguish between chemical and physical properties SPI 0807.9.3 Classify common substances as elements compounds or mixtures on their symbols or formulas PS1.A Structure and Properties of Matter K’Nex Engineering Goal: To introduce students to processes in engineering and demonstrate Newton’s third law of motion. Embedded Technology and Engineering for all grades Embedded Technology and Engineering for all grades PS2.A Forces and Motion ETS1.A Defining and Delimiting an Engineering Problem
*Sound Waves (Mini-Lesson) A shortened version of the Sound and Resonance lesson. GLE 0707.11.6: Investigate the and fundamental properties of waves PS CLE 3202.2.2 Explore and explain the nature of sound and light energy None PS4.A Wave Properties *Sound and Resonance Goal: To introduce students to tuning forks, resonance, and the speed of sound. Abstract: Students perform experiments to discover the relationship between the frequency of a tuning fork and the length of a tube that it will resonate with. GLE 0707.11.6: Investigate the and fundamental properties of waves PS CLE 3202.2.2 Explore and explain the nature of sound and light energy None PS4.A Wave Properties Sound and Vibrations Goal: To use hands-on activities to investigate the properties of sound as it moves through air and different types of solids. Abstract: Students use a variety of materials to investigate vibrations. GLE 0707.11.6: Investigate the types and fundamental properties of waves PS CLE 3202.2.2 Explore and explain the nature of sound and light energy None PS4.A Wave Properties Stratigraphy Goal: To teach students the how to determine the relative ages of sedimentary rock layers. Students will create a geological column which includes fossils and an igneous layer. Abstract: Students are introduced to the concepts of relative dating and absolute dating. Index fossils are used and the Principle of Faunal Succession is explained. The Law of Original Continuity is explained and used to correlate continuous layers. Students correlate 3 short stratigraphic columns. GLE 0807.5.6: Investigate fossils in sedimentary rock layers to gather evidence of changing life SPI 0807.5.5: Compare fossils found in sedimentary rock to determine their relative age ESS1.C The History of Planet Earth Stream Pollution Goal: To learn how pollution runoff can cause a fish kill by affecting the pH of different locations on a model river. Abstract: Students look at a 3-D model of a town and its surrounding country and coordinate their map with the model so that they understand where everything is on the model. A fish-kill has occurred in the stream and the students use their knowledge of run-off, pH and pollution to Embedded Inquiry for all grades Embedded Inquiry for all grades ESS3.C Human Impacts on Earth Systems