Eyler IBMYP 6th-8th Science

kick off: list from smallest to greatest all the parts that make up the universe

1. continue Space Science ppt / discussion and notes

2. work on Our Solar System activity using the Solar System trading cards

HW:

- read ch.12, complete ch.12 worksheet after spring break

kick off: read and answer questions from the Space News handout

1. Space Science ppt / discussion and notes

HW:

- read ch.12

TAKS Testing today

1. Video: Bill Nye Astronomy (40min)

kick off: What are some characteristics of the solar system? (List as many things as you can)

1. In your table group, using your prior knowledge, create a list from A-Z of as many solar system characteristics as you can come up with.  We will see which group can fill up the alphabet the most within a 5 minute time limit.  (we may even make it more challenging if this activity is too easy…be prepared)

2. Discussion question: Why is the solar system defined as a "system"?

3. Introduce Unit 11 Properties of the Solar System by touring the following: (Note: you will be doing research and I suggest you utilize these cool resources and more!)

• Google Earth / Sky
  
• World wide telescope - free advanced viewer of all things space
• Planet Quest: Multimedia Gallery Planet Quest: the Search for Another Earth is a multimedia-rich news and information hub covering NASA’s search for extrasolar planets.
• Stellarium – astronomy program

Benchmark Testing today

District Test Tomorrow

Review:

kick off: grade test

1. introduce Expert Scientist Project:

• In your journal, draw 6 squares and label each square the following: Geologist, Geomorphologist, Glaciologist, Hydrologist, Seismologist, and Volcanologist.
  
• As a class, let's figure out what each scientist may study…
  

Which Expert are You? (2 day Project)

1. You are going to become an Expert Scientist over the next couple days.
2. You will draw a card to see which Expert Scientist you are going to be and write this in your journal.
   
3. Answer the following question in your journal:

• How do you think the Expert Scientist you have become is involved with changing the face of the Earth?
• You will draw a picture showing what you think your specific scientists looks like and studies. For the notes you will share, remember to include your scientist, the object or objects they are studying, and any scientific tools they may use. Be ready to share your drawings and thoughts with other students tomorrow.
  

2. Each group will have about 5 minutes to show presentation and activity

• Geologist, Geomorphologist, Glaciologist, Hydrologist, Seismologist, and Volcanologist.

kick off:

Cave Formation video –

Giant Cave Crystals of Mexico – http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/8466493.stm

1. Unit Test today

If time permits:

kick off: share some of the interesting things that you learned from your volcanoes magazine

1. review race outside

2. study for test tomorrow