Intermediate Science – Grade 6 Topic Content Major Understanding Resources /Suggested Activities Technology Integration Scientific Method, Data Analysis, and use of Equipment The Scientific Method, Data Analysis, and Use of Equipment. Preparation for long-term project (10 days) S1.1a Formulate questions about natural phenomena S1.2a Independently formulate a hypothesis S1.2c Differentiate among observations, inferences, predictions, and explanations S2.1a Demonstrate appropriate safety techniques S2.1b Conduct an experiment designed by others S2.1c Design and conduct an experiment to test a hypothesis S2.1d Use appropriate tools and conventional techniques to solve problems about the natural world, including: - measuring - observing - describing - classifying - sequencing S2.2d Identify independent variables(manipulated),dependent variables(responding),and constants in a simple controlled experiment Topic Content Major Understanding Resources /Activities Technology Integration Cells Identify a cell and describe its necessary life functions. Identify and label basic organelles of plant and animal cells. Cell wall, membrane, cytoplasm, nucleus, chloroplasts. Identify organisms as unicellular and multi-cellular. Describe the levels of 1.1a Living things are composed of cells. Cells provide structure and carry on major functions to sustain life. Cells are usually microscopic in size. 1.1b The way in which cells function is similar in all living things. Cells grow and divide, producing more cells. Cells take in nutrients, which they use to provide energy for the work that cells do and to make the materials that a cell or an organism needs. 1.1c Most cells have cell membranes, genetic material, and cytoplasm. Some cells have a cell wall and/or chloroplasts. Many cells have a nucleus. 1.1d Some organisms are single cells; others, including humans, are multi cellular. 1.1e Cells are organized for more effective functioning in Microscope
Intermediate Science – Grade 7 Topic Content Major Understanding Resources / Technology Integration Intro (10 days) What are the skills and tools that scientists use? Accurately measure with a centimeter ruler, graduated cylinder, and triple beam balance Utilize scientific inquiry skills Identify control, constant, dependent and independent variables Measurement pre-assessment Graphing and measurement skills worksheets Grow Animals Crazy Raisins Vernier Hot Hand Ginger Ale activity My Puppy Einstein Graphing Variables Lab Matter (12 days) What is the structure of matter? Atoms, elements, compounds Identify subatomic particles Organic/inorganic Molecular motion Diffusion/osmosis 3.3a All matter is made up of atoms. Atoms are far too small to see with a light microscope. 3.3b Atoms and molecules are perpetually in motion. The greater the temperature, the greater the motion. 3.3c Atoms may join together in well-defined molecules or may be arranged in regular geometric patterns. 3.3d Interactions among atoms and/or molecules result in chemical reactions 3.3e The atoms of any one element are different from the atoms of other elements. Go with the Flow Air freshener demo Across a Crowded Cell Smelly Balloon Gummy Bear/ diffusion/osmosis Egg Osmosis Topic Content Major Understanding Resources / Technology Integration
Technology Integration Patterns of development and body structure (6 days) Metamorphosis 4.3c Various body structures and functions change as an organism goes through its life cycle. 4.3d Patterns of development vary among animals. In some species the young resemble the adult, while in others they do not. Some insects and amphibians undergo metamorphosis as they mature. Frog dissection Final review (7 days) Intermediate Science – Grade 8 Topic Content Describing Earth Models Mapping Magnetism fields 1.1f The latitude/longitude coordinate system and our system of time are based on celestial observations. 1.1j The shape of Earth, the other planets, and stars is nearly spherical. 4.4g Without direct contact, a magnet attracts certain materials and either attracts or repels other magnets. The attractive force of a magnet is greatest at its poles. PS1. given the latitude and longitude of a location, indicate its position on a map and determine the latitude and longitude of a given location on a map PS5. use a magnetic compass to find cardinal directions PS7. generate and interpret field maps including topographic and weather maps Topic Content Major Understanding Skills Celestial Sun’s motion 1.1a Earth’s Sun is an average-sized star. The Sun is more than a PS6. measure the angular elevation of
SCIENTIFIC INQUIRY QESTIONS Standard 1 M 1.1b Identify relationships among variables including: direct, indirect, cyclic, constant; identify nonrelated material Exam Year 2002 – Item 46 Standard 1 M 1.1b Identify relationships among variables including: direct, indirect, cyclic, constant; identify nonrelated material Exam Year 2003 – Item 49
Standard 1 S 1.2a Independently formulate a hypothesis Exam Year 2005 – Item 46 Standard 1 S 1.2c Differentiate among observations, inferences, predictions, and explanations Exam Year 2009 – Item 77 Standard 1 S 2.1c design and conduct an experiment to test a hypothesis
Exam Year 2007 – Item 44 Standard 1 S 2.2d Identify independent variables (manipulated), dependent variables (responding), and constants in a simple controlled experiment Exam Year 2008 – Item 70 Standard 1 S 2.1d Use appropriate tools and conventional techniques to solve problems about the natural world, including: measuring, observing, describing, classifying, and sequencing Exam Year 2005 – Item 11 Standard 1 S 2.2d Identify independent variables (manipulated), dependent variables (responding), and constants in a simple controlled experiment Exam Year 2008 – Item 78
Standard 1 S 2.2d Identify independent variables (manipulated), dependent variables (responding), and constants in a simple controlled experiment Exam Year 2009 – Item 82 Standard 1 S 3.1 Design charts, tables, graphs, and other representations of observations in conventional and creative ways to help them address their research question or hypothesis. Exam Year 2001 – Item 1 Exam Year 2001 – Item 1 Standard 1 S 3.1 Design charts, tables, graphs, and other representations of observations in conventional and creative ways to help them address their research question or hypothesis. Exam Year 2003 – Item 50
Standard 1 S 3.1a Organize results, using appropriate graphs, diagrams, data tables, and other models to show relationships Exam Year 2002 – Item 67 Standard 1 S 3.2e Form and defend a logical argument about causeandeffect relationships in an investigation Exam Year 2002 – Item 62 Standard 1 S 3.2f Make predictions based on experimental data Exam Year 2001 – Item 63
Standard 1 S 3.2g Suggest improvements and recommendations for further studying Exam Year 2001 – Item 43 Standard 1 S 3.2h Use and interpret graphs and data tables Exam Year 2007 – Item 48 Standard 1 S 3.2h Use and interpret graphs and data tables Exam Year 2007 – Item 50
Standard 1 S 3.2h Use and interpret graphs and data tables Exam Year 2003 – Item 19 Standard 1 S 3.2h Use and interpret graphs and data tables Exam Year 2004 – Item 10 Standard 1 S 3.2h Use and interpret graphs and data tables Exam Year 2004 – Item 35 Standard 1 S 3.2h Use and interpret graphs and data tables Exam Year 2006 – Item 32
Matter Unit Vocabulary Matter Atoms Proton Neutron Electron Electrical Charge Element Compound Chemical Bond Molecule Geometric Structure Model Molecular Motion Rate / Speed Rate of Motion Reaction Rate Temperature Heat Freezing Sequence of events Chemical Equation Reactant Product Chemical Reaction Diffusion Osmosis Membrane Permeable Semi-permeable (selectively permeable) Concentration Concentration gradient Equilibrium
Standard 4 LE 1.1c Most cells have cell membranes, genetic material, and cytoplasm. Some cells have a cell wall and/or chloroplasts. Many cells have a nucleus. Exam Year 2001 – Item 2 Exam Year 2003 – Item 61 Exam Year 2004 – Item 56 Exam Year 2005 – Item 78
Standard 4 LE 6.2a Photosynthesis is carried on by green plants and other organisms containing chlorophyll. In this process, the Sun's energy is converted into and stored as chemical energy in the form of a sugar. The quantity of sugar molecules increases in green plants during photosynthesis in the presence of sunlight. Exam Year 2006 – Item 62 Standard 4 LE 6.2a Photosynthesis is carried on by green plants and other organisms containing chlorophyll. In this process, the Sun's energy is converted into and stored as chemical energy in the form of a sugar. The quantity of sugar molecules increases in green plants during photosynthesis in the presence of sunlight. Exam Year 2008 – Item 54
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Exam Year 2002 – Item 15 Standard 4 LE 4.4a In multicellular organisms, cell division is responsible for growth, maintenance, and repair. In some onecelled organisms, cell division is a method of asexual reproduction. Exam Year 2003 – Item 34 Standard 4 LE 4.4a In multicellular organisms, cell division is responsible for growth, maintenance, and repair. In some onecelled organisms, cell division is a method of asexual reproduction. Exam Year 2005 – Item 41 Standard 4 LE 4.4a In multicellular organisms, cell division is responsible for growth, maintenance, and repair. In some onecelled organisms, cell division is a method of asexual reproduction. Exam Year 2007 – Item 12 Standard 4 LE 4.4a In multicellular organisms, cell division is responsible for growth, maintenance, and repair. In some onecelled organisms, cell division is a method of asexual reproduction.
Exam Year 2007 – Item 12 Standard 4 LE 2.1a Hereditary information is contained in genes. Genes are composed of DNA that makes up the chromosomes of cells. Exam Year 2001 – Item 8 Standard 4 LE 2.1a Hereditary information is contained in genes. Genes are composed of DNA that makes up the chromosomes of cells. Exam Year 2002 – Item 7
Standard 4 LE 2.1a Hereditary information is contained in genes. Genes are composed of DNA that makes up the chromosomes of cells. Exam Year 2007 – Item 57 Standard 4 LE 2.1a Hereditary information is contained in genes. Genes are composed of DNA that makes up the chromosomes of cells. Exam Year 2008 – Item 8 Standard 4 LE 2.1b Each gene carries a single unit of information. A single inherited trait of an individ ual can be determined by one pair or by many pairs of genes. A human cell contains thousands of different genes. Exam Year 2009 – Item 28 Standard 4 LE 2.1c Each human cell contains a copy of all the genes needed to produce a human being.
Exam Year 2008 – Item 21 Standard 4 LE 4.3d Patterns of development vary among animals. In some species the young resemble the adult, while in others they do not. Some insects and amphibians undergo metamorphosis as they mature. Exam Year 2009 – Item 30