Utilizing a variety of resources, we hope to foster a since of inquiry and stimulate curious minds.  This school year, I plan to focus on physical science in the fall and chemistry in the spring.  Resources are outlined below and will be supplemented with BrainPOP and Science Detective software by The Critical Thinking Company.

2011-2012: Life Science

Grades K-4: R.E.A.L. Science- Life Level 1 and FOSSWeb Modules

Grade 6: CPO Life Science and FOSSWeb Modules

2010-2011: Earth Science

Grades 2-3: R.E.A.L. Science - Earth Science and FOSSWeb Modules

Grade 5/6: CPO Earth Science and FOSSWeb Modules

Fall 2009: Physics/Spring 2010: Chemistry

Main Text: PET/ESET developed by San Diego State University

Main Text: R.E.A.L. Science - Chemistry Levels 1 and 2

 

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Jul122010

Exploring Surface Behaviors on a Virtual Whale Watching Expedition!

DateMonday, July 12, 2010 at 8:16PM

Want to go whale watching? In this fun activity students will go on a virtual whale watching expedition where they explore surface behaviors of these gentle giants.

Activity

  • As a class, view the introduction to surface behaviors online at Maui Whale Watching Tours.
  • Discuss what behviors students think are the most common.
  • Pass out the tally sheets to each student.
  • View the video together and have class tally surface behaviors. 

  • Upon completion, graph results online at Create-a-Graph sponsored by NCES Kids.

 

 

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