Science

Teacher: Mark

 

Possible Units of Study

 

Philosophy

People whether they know it or not are constantly emerged in scientific activity. Science is all around us and is constantly changing. It is our jobs as humans to be aware of these changes and to continue to grow and become active “scientific” thinkers. During science students will become aware of these issues first hand and be able to propose and solve questions based on their way of thinking. Students will constructively approach science activities in the classroom that they could later apply in a more practical, familiar setting.
 

2nd Grade
• Earth Materials (What materials make up the Earth?)
• Forces and Motion (What causes objects to move?)
• Plant Diversity (How are plants alike and different?)

 

3rd Grade

• Matter (What are some of the properties of matter?)
• Energy (What are some ways energy can be changed from one form to another?)
• Simple Machines (How do simple machines help us move objects?)
• Plant and animal adaptations (How are plants and animals well suited for their environment?)

 

4th Grade

• Animals and Plants in Their Environment (What roles do plants and animals play in their environment?)
• Electricity and Magnetism (What are the properties of electricity and magnetism?)
• Properties of Water (What makes water so special?)
• Interactions of Air, Water, and Land (How do natural events affect our world?)

 

5th Grade

• Nature of Science (How do scientists gather and collect information?)
• Earth Science (What are the processes that shape the land?)
• Food and Nutrition (How does nutrition and exercise affect our health?)
• Exploring Ecosystems (How are plants and animals in an ecosystem connected?)