Homework on Fossils, Friday, December 15

Read more about Fossils and the study of paleontology and write a 2 paragraph summary of new facts you learned, in your own words. Click on this link--> ScienceKids- Fossils


Here's a good link on the Principle of superposition --> Prehistoric Planet

Fossils WEBQUEST

Students, go to these websites and copy and answer the questions that follow for each one. First copy the questions down, then look for the answers on the websites. Some are games, some are informational:

1)   
http://fossilsforkids.com/
On this website read the information on fossils, 
including what they are and the types of fossils that exist. Click on the first box that says "I Gotta Question"

Then answer the questions after playing these games and animations:

Questions:

1) What are fossils? Describe in detail. 

2) How are fossils made? Describe the environmental conditions that are necessary to form fossils.
3) Where do you find fossils?

2) http://www.kidsdinos.com/palaeontology-what-are-fossils.php

Questions:

1) What is the difference between a mold and cast fossil? Explain.

2) Who are paleontologists and what are the 3 main things they try to figure out about fossils?                                                                                                                              
3) How do paleontologists figure out a fossil's age?

3) Getting into the Fossil Record 

http://www.ucmp.berkeley.edu/education/explorations/tours/fossil/5to8/Intro.html

Click on the blue button "More" at the bottom

Questions:

1) List 2 questions the fossil record can help us answer.

2) What are 3 types of fossils? Draw one type and label what type it is.

3) How can decomposers affect fossil formation?

4) http://www.neok12.com/Fossils.htm                                         
Scroll down and watch at least 2 videos from this site. Write 1 new fact you learned for each video. Use this website to also view any videos on Fossils that will help you answer the questions above.


5) Draw a picture of a fossil and label it. Explain what type of fossil it is.  

Homework on Weathering and Erosion

Class, here is your homework for tonight. Write and answer Questions 1-10 in your notebook. Here is the link to the QUIZ --> Glencoe QUIZ- Weathering and Erosion

Erosion Videos + Formation of Sedimentary Rocks

Here are some videos on Erosion, including one from BrainPop. You will be responsible for what you see from these videos on your next test. Take short notes to remember what you saw:

BrainPop Video- Erosion

Here are some slides from class on the different types of Weathering. Both are useful:

Writing Prompt Rubric + Test topics

Class, here is the rubric for the Writing prompt on rocks. You can click on it to see it bigger:

These are the topics on next week's Test:

uMineral characteristics

uMineral physical properties (all 6)

u3 types of Rocks, how they form

uFor the 3 types of Rocks, the different kinds of each (ex- intrusive igneous rock)

uRock cycle

Rubric for Writing prompt

Class, this is the rubric for the Writing prompt on Earth's layers, in case you needed to see it. You can click on it to see it bigger:

Topics on Scientific Method Test

Class, here are the topics on the Scientific Method test:

-Observations

-Inferences

-Predictions

-Data

-Independent, Dependent Variables

-Constants (controlled variables)

-Control group, Experimental group

-Steps of the Scientific Method, including Conclusion

Remember, in a Conclusion you have to:

Indicate if the Hypothesis was right or wrong and why. You also indicate what you learned from the experiment and what mistakes were made.xt time.

Resetting a student's password on PupilPath

For instructions on how to reset a student's password on PupilPath, read the directions here --> Resetting PupilPath Account

Digestive System WEBQUEST

Here are the sites on the Digestive System Webquest handout:

The Digestive System & How it Works

Kids Health- Digestive System

WebMD- Your Digestive System

MayoClinic- How Your Digestive System Works


Animation website: Digestion Animation

* You can do the drawing in your notebook and answer the questions on the back of the handout.

Tonight's HW

Here is the link to tonight's homework:

Fill in the Blanks, Cells

End of Unit Project Topics

For all my classes, below are the topics you can choose for your End of Unit Project. The due date is Tuesday, May 30th. Remember that for your project you should include:

- What you learned, what was the main idea of the topic
- New vocabulary words, examples, and details 
- What did you find interesting and why you chose this topic
- How did you feel about this topic, share your opinion
- Why this topic is important to know about
- How this topic relates to your life, if it does
- Include pictures, drawings, and/or photographs

*For classes 701 and 703, you can choose from the Topics below, but your choices for presentation are:
- One-Pager, Tri-board, Google slides (minimum of 10), build a model, create a blog or website, design a video or podcast, or make a skit/play in front of the class

Here are the Topics you can choose from:
* Earth's spheres (Lithosphere, Atmosphere, Hydrosphere, Biosphere)
* Rocks and Minerals (or separately, on Rocks or Minerals)
* Rock cycle
* Weathering & Erosion
* Fossils
* Continental Drift
* Seafloor spreading
* Plate tectonics
* Energy (all types)
* Waves
* Sound
* Light
* Electromagnetic spectrum
* Types of Matter and/or Phase Changes
* Atoms, Elements, Compounds, Molecules
* Periodic Table
* Mixtures
* Physical and Chemical properties
* Physical and Chemical changes

Here is the Rubric you will be graded on --> RUBRIC- End of Year Project
Classes 715, 721, 727, here is the handout I gave you in class on the project, in case you lost it --> End of Unit Project Assignment

H.W.- Solubility QUIZ 2

Class, click on this link for tonight's H.W.  This is the 2nd QUIZ on Solubility. Remember to write out the QUESTIONS and ANSWERS in your notebook --> SOLUBILITY QUIZ 2 (Glencoe)

Solubility INTRO

Here is the link for tonight's H.W.--> Solubility QUIZ 1 (Glencoe)

Here, the solubility of a gas increases when you increase the pressure above solution.

Here, the solubility of a gas increases when you decrease the temperature.

Physical and Chemical Properties & Changes (plus Videos)

Here is a BrainPopJr video from class on Physical and Chemical changes. Just click on here- BrainPopJr Video. 

Here's another video on Physical vs Chemical changes:

In addition, here is a picture I was showing you in class comparing Physical and Chemical properties. Remember, a physical property is a characteristic of matter that you can measure or observe. And a chemical property is the ability of a substance to change into something NEW, by reacting with certain things.

Compounding Compounds Webquest

Class, here are 2 websites to help you with today's Webquest on Compounding Compounds:

http://www.endmemo.com/chem/chemsearch.php

http://encyclopedia.kids.net.au/page/li/List_of_compounds

You can Google the answers too

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H.W.

IXL - 7th Grade Science, D.2 

Elements vs Compounds, and Atoms too

Class, here is another video that explains the differences between Elements and Compounds. It also talks about molecules. Take a look at it to understand better.

This is the MakeMeGenius video we saw in class on Elements vs Compounds too:

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Here is a snapshot from the MakeMeGenius video comparing Elements and Compounds:

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This StudyJam videos below also go over Elements vs Compounds & Atoms too:

StudyJams- Elements vs Compounds

StudyJams- Atoms: Protons, Neutrons, Electrons

The diagram below shows that Molecules make up Elements and Compounds:

If you have time, play this game online. You build molecules and learn how they behave when they're solids, liquids, and gases:

Molecularium

H.W.- Scientific Method QUIZ

Class, here is the link to the homework you have to do tonight. Write out the Questions and Answers in your notebook:

Sci Method QUIZ 2

nThis is another Online QUIZ for practice on the Scientific Method.

nKeep clicking on Next Question 


Just in case you forgot, here is the link to the first QUIZ from Tuesday: Sci Method QUIZ 1

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when you answer each question.

Waves Review

To learn more about Wave properties, check out this video:
BBC- Waves Activity

Here are some pictures to help you study for the Test on Waves:

To learn more about Waves, check out this video:
BrainPop- Waves

And to learn more about the Electromagnetic Spectrum and Light waves, check out this video:
BrainPop- Electromagnetic Spectrum


Topics on the Waves Test:
- Sound Waves, including properties of Sound
- Light Waves
- Mechanical vs Electromagnetic waves
- Transverse vs Compressional waves
- Parts of a Transverse wave, including frequency and amplitude

Science Fair Project

The Science Fair is coming up! The due date is February 27, 2017. You will be graded on 3 parts: the exhibit (either a tri-board or a powerpoint presentation), the Journal entries, and the oral presentation in front of the class. The main thing is that you understand the Scientific Method and you do all the steps that go along with it (look at the handout you got that your parents had to sign). You can work by yourself or with 1 partner (who I have to approve of). There are many resources in this post to help you! You'll see them below. 

                                  Science Fair Project TIPS

•*Doesn’t have to be “science” related- make the project something you like, that interests you, as long as you use the scientific method, its TESTABLE, and includes the independent variable, dependent variable, and constants (i.e. sports, food, plants).

•Use materials that are safe, healthy, & cheap to buy (99¢ store)

•*Take pictures or videos of your experiment, to show proof you really did it and post it on your board or powerpoint! (you can email the pics to yourself)

•Don’t do an experiment where you already know the answer.

•No models (i.e. Volcanoes).  You’re not building something.

•No opinion experiments (i.e. Which chocolate bar tastes better?)  Make sure you can measure or observe your results!
•Don't repeat the same experiments from last year.
•Keep the Research paper separate from the exhibit. It should be handed in on its own.
•Include a section for your Sources at the end of the board and Research paper.


Important Vocabulary to know!:
If you forgot what the independent and dependent variables mean, here are the definitions:

1) The 1 thing we test, change, or is different between the experimental groups is the INDEPENDENT VARIABLE.  (we control it!)

2) What we measure or observe is the DEPENDENT VARIABLE. It’s the results or data we collect at the end.                                                                                                                                                                                                           
3) CONSTANTS (controlled variables): Variables that are kept the same, don’t change.


A good Problem starts with the words:

}Does, What, Which, How, If?
}A problem is testable if you can actually do the experiment with materials. It has to be answered through investigations that involve experiments, observations, or surveys. You have to be able to measure the collected evidence or observe your results.

Examples of Good Testable Q’s:

            1) Which type of paper towel absorbs the most water?

            2) Does salt water or sugar water boil faster?                                                     
     3) What will happen to a plant's growth if you add vitamin water instead 
          of tap water?                                                   

If you forgot what goes in each step, here is a picture to help you:

Now, here are some great websites where you can get ideas for your Science Fair Project. But remember, you cannot copy and paste the steps from these sites. I can tell if you did! Write what you did in your own words. Now click on any of them below to get ideas for your experiment:

Science Buddies

National Geographic Kids

Science Fair Adventure

All Science Fair Projects

Science Fair Projects World

Discovery Education- Science Fair Central

Chemistry Science Projects

Science Kids

Free Science Fair Project

Science Bob

Science Fair Project Ideas (Education.com)


If you need even more ideas for a project, click here --> More Ideas & Topics for the Science Fair

Remember to give your board a Title in the center area. Some of the words you can use for a Title include: The Effects of...  The Comparative Study of... The Observation of...
    
Here is a picture of what the display board should look like --> Board sample 1
This is also another document that lists all the steps you should include on your board --> Board sample 2
Also, take a look at these student sample boards --> Student Sample Boards

And finally, here are other forms that your board can look like (click on them to see the images bigger!):

For this last poster, if you want to find out more about each section, click on this link and then click on each section to learn more --> Organize my Investigation (Urban Advantage)

For the Results section, here are two pictures that show you how to create a data table:

In the above data table, the Question would be: "Does the color of an M&M affect how long it takes it for it to dissolve in water?"

In addition, you can also create a bar graph to show your Results. **If you are doing multiple trials, your graph can just include bars for the averages of your results, not for each trial. Here is a reminder of how the graph should be set up, with an example below. 
**Also, check out this website that makes a bar or line graph for you that you can print out or copy at the end. If you copy it, paste it directly onto your Slides (don't email the graph to me separately!). And remember that the IV goes on the y-axis and the DV goes on the x-axis. Here is the link  --> Create a Graph!

If you have more than one set of data, show each series in a different color or symbol and include a legend with clear labels. And if you make a line graph, remember that this type of graph is good to use when you look at how something changes over time or sometimes across space.

*For this Science Fair Project you have to have at least 7 Journal Entries (like a Reflection section). Here is a link that will show you how to make a Journal Entry -->  Journal Entry information

Next is the Research Paper, which has to be written in a certain way. Proofread the entire research paper with a parent or older sibling, editing content, grammar mistakes, and punctuation before you hand it in. Here is the format for the Research Paper, plus a Sample paper written by a student--> Research Paper format and Sample

Here is the Rubric for the Science Fair Project, which is how you are going to be graded--> Sci Fair Project RUBRIC

And if you lost your Science Fair Packet, here is a copy--> Science Fair Packet

If you'd like to see a BrainPop video on the Science Fair Project, click on here--> BrainPop-Science Fair Project

**For my Honor Classes (701, 703), click on the Proposal Link below and answer the first 3 questions in your notebook for homework (including who your partner will be). This is for me to get an idea of what you might do as a Science Fair project. Your topic may change later on, so don't worry. For now, click on here--> Science Project Proposal

Remember, you can email me anytime with questions! 

Wave creation

On a long white piece of paper, create 2 waves with a pencil and a ruler. One with a high frequency, one with a low frequency. Measure the wavelength and amplitude of each wave and record it in cm, using a ruler. Put the paper in a vertical position

    On your two waves, label and measure its:

•Crest

•Trough

•Wavelength (with its measurement)

•Amplitude (with its measurement)

•Frequency (measure the # of crests)

Then record this information under your drawings too. In addition, answer these questions:

      2) Describe what type of waves you drew.

      3) As the frequency of a wave increases, it’s wavelength _______________. 

      4) Where do you find these types of waves in real-life? Give 3 examples. 

Here is an example of what it looks like:

Energy WEBQUEST

Look at these websites in the order shown and answer all the questions for each video in your notebook. Write and answer the questions:

- A) 

1) What is Energy? Define it.

2) What are 3 sources of energy?

3) Can energy be created? Explain.

- B)   Look at the MakeMeGenius video below:

   

List 5 types of Energy and describe how each one works:

Types of Energy:
1)
2)
3)
4)
5)

- C) Click here Children's University:

1) Play the "What is Energy?" game. Match all the types of energy correctly.

2) Answer this Question- Why do we need energy? Explain.

3) Complete the QUIZ. How many did you get right?

D) To learn more about Kinetic and Potential energy, watch this video too: 

Then complete the following Graphic Organizer in your notebook:

H.W.- Watch the BrainPop Video on the Forms of Energy and answer the QUIZ Review Questions in your notebook.

Convection Currents VIDEOS

Class, here are the YouTube Videos I showed you in class on Convection currents. There's also another video I uploaded from my folder. Check them out:

This is a good picture showing you Convection Currents in a pot of water and in the mantle. Click on it to see it bigger:

Plate Tectonics, Interactive Sites & Animations

Here are additional interactive sites that will help you understand the movements of plates and their effects:

Interactives- Dynamic Earth

Exploring Earth, Visualization

Earth Guide Online Classroom (Animations + Pics)

Educational Multimedia Visualization Center (click on the Animations)

USGS Educational Videos and Animations

Seasons in the Northern Hemisphere

Class, this is a picture of a slide I showed you in class. Please study it to understand how our length of daylight hours changes, depending on the season we are in.