Cells Unit

We have begun a unit on Cells, their organelles, levels of organization, and body sytems. We have read chapter one in the Green Cells Book and done directed reading assignments on lessons one and two. We are learning the organelles and their functions, finishing this week with coloring pages on animal and plant cells. Next week we will talk about Diffusion, do a Microscope Lab, and begin talking about the organ systems in Humans. Our unit test will be on Wednesday, Feb 12. Our next unit will be on Heredity, and we will finish our curriculum with Classification.

A New Year in Science

We are half done with the school year, and these next few months will fly by. We are beginning our Earth Unit. This is a fun unit, since most of our activities are hands-on and active. There are 3 important assignments that the students will have. Due on 1/12/2010 is a Dirt Bottle. Your student needs a clear plastic bottle half filled with dirt and fille 3/4 of the way with water. They are to bring them to class; make sure the lid is on tight! Due on 1/15/2010 is a tennis ball. It doesn't have to be new. Students will receive extra credit for bringing in extra tennis balls to share with those who are unable to find one. Due on 1/19/2010 is the 3-D Earth Model. It can be made out of any material found around your house. Each student has a rubric which gives detailed information on how the model will be graded. Creativity is encouraged, and expensive materials are not needed. Our end of unit test is on Wednesday, Jan 20.