8th Grade science general information
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G1709726 is class code. I have not used this yet, but many students have and like it. Use at your own risk!
We will take this 3 times a year. The answers will not be discussed with the students until they take the test the last time.
Quarter 1 Units
Lab Safety Study Guide
Unit 1.1: Properties of Matter (3 weeks)
The following SPIs will be the focus of this unit:
SPI 0807.9.1 Recognize that all matter consists of atoms.
SPI 0807.9.2 Identify the common outcome of all chemical changes.
SPI 0807.9.3 Classify common substances as elements or compounds based on their symbols or formulas.
SPI 0807.9.7 Apply an equation to determine the density of an object based on its mass and volume.
Chapter 7 Section 3 Part 1
Chapter 7 Section 2
Chapter 7 Section 1 Part 1
Chapter 7 Section 1 Part 2
Chapter 7 Section 1 Part 3
Chapter 7 Section 1 Part 4
Unit 1.1: Properties of Matter (3 weeks)
The following SPIs will be the focus of this unit:
SPI 0807.9.1 Recognize that all matter consists of atoms.
SPI 0807.9.2 Identify the common outcome of all chemical changes.
SPI 0807.9.3 Classify common substances as elements or compounds based on their symbols or formulas.
SPI 0807.9.7 Apply an equation to determine the density of an object based on its mass and volume.
Chapter 7 Section 3 Part 1
Chapter 7 Section 2
Chapter 7 Section 1 Part 1
Chapter 7 Section 1 Part 2
Chapter 7 Section 1 Part 3
Chapter 7 Section 1 Part 4
Unit 1.2: Phases of Matter (2 weeks)
The following SPIs will be the focus of this unit:
SPI 0807.9.1 Recognize that all matter consists of atoms.
SPI 0807.9.6 Compare the particle arrangement and type of particle motion associated with different states of matter.
Kinetic Theory of Matter
Phases of Matter
Test Review
The following SPIs will be the focus of this unit:
SPI 0807.9.1 Recognize that all matter consists of atoms.
SPI 0807.9.6 Compare the particle arrangement and type of particle motion associated with different states of matter.
Kinetic Theory of Matter
Phases of Matter
Test Review
Unit 1.3: Elements, Compounds, and Mixtures (3 weeks)
The following SPIs will be the focus of this unit:
SPI 0807.9.4 Differentiate between a mixture and a compound.
SPI 0807.9.1 Recognize that all matter consists of atoms.
The following SPIs will be the focus of this unit:
SPI 0807.9.4 Differentiate between a mixture and a compound.
SPI 0807.9.1 Recognize that all matter consists of atoms.
Quarter 2 Units
Unit 2.1: Periodic Table of Elements (4 weeks)
The following SPIs will be the focus of this unit:
SPI 0807.9.1 Recognize that all matter consists of atoms.
SPI 0807.9.9 Use the periodic table to determine the properties of an element.
Ch.10 Section 2: The Atom
Ch. 11 Section 1: Arranging the Elements
Ch. 11 Section 2 : Grouping the Elements
The following SPIs will be the focus of this unit:
SPI 0807.9.1 Recognize that all matter consists of atoms.
SPI 0807.9.9 Use the periodic table to determine the properties of an element.
Ch.10 Section 2: The Atom
Ch. 11 Section 1: Arranging the Elements
Ch. 11 Section 2 : Grouping the Elements
Unit 2.2: Chemical Reactions (5 weeks)
The following SPIs will be the focus of this unit:
SPI 0807.9.8 Interpret the results of an investigation to determine whether a physical or chemical change has occurred.
SPI 0807.9.11 Recognize that in a chemical reaction the mass of the reactants is equal to the mass of the products (Law of Conservation of Mass).
SPI 0807.9.10 Identify the reactants and products of a chemical reaction.
Chapter 13 Sections 1, 2, 3, and 4
The following SPIs will be the focus of this unit:
SPI 0807.9.8 Interpret the results of an investigation to determine whether a physical or chemical change has occurred.
SPI 0807.9.11 Recognize that in a chemical reaction the mass of the reactants is equal to the mass of the products (Law of Conservation of Mass).
SPI 0807.9.10 Identify the reactants and products of a chemical reaction.
Chapter 13 Sections 1, 2, 3, and 4
Quarter 3 Units
Unit 3.1: Acids and Bases (3 weeks)
The following SPIs will be the focus of this unit:
SPI 0807.9.12 Identify the basic properties of acids and bases.
Chapter 14 Sections 2 and 3
The following SPIs will be the focus of this unit:
SPI 0807.9.12 Identify the basic properties of acids and bases.
Chapter 14 Sections 2 and 3
Unit 3.2: Adapting to the Environment (4 weeks)
The following SPIs will be the focus of this unit:
SPI 0807.5.2 Analyze structural, behavioral, and physiological adaptations to predict which populations are likely to survive in a particular environment.
SPI 0807.5.3 Analyze data on levels of variation within a population to make predictions about survival under particular environmental conditions.
SPI 0807.5.4 Identify several reasons for the importance of maintaining the earth’s biodiversity.
SPI 0807.5.5 Compare fossils found in sedimentary rock to determine their relative age.
Chapter 4 Sections 2 and 3
Chapter 3 Section 4
Chapter 5 Sections 1 and 2
Chapter 6 Section 2
The following SPIs will be the focus of this unit:
SPI 0807.5.2 Analyze structural, behavioral, and physiological adaptations to predict which populations are likely to survive in a particular environment.
SPI 0807.5.3 Analyze data on levels of variation within a population to make predictions about survival under particular environmental conditions.
SPI 0807.5.4 Identify several reasons for the importance of maintaining the earth’s biodiversity.
SPI 0807.5.5 Compare fossils found in sedimentary rock to determine their relative age.
Chapter 4 Sections 2 and 3
Chapter 3 Section 4
Chapter 5 Sections 1 and 2
Chapter 6 Section 2
Unit 3.3: Classification (2 weeks)
The following SPIs will be the focus of this unit:
SPI 0807.5.1 Use a simple classification key to identify an unknown organism.
Chapter 2
The following SPIs will be the focus of this unit:
SPI 0807.5.1 Use a simple classification key to identify an unknown organism.
Chapter 2
Quarter 4 Units
Unit 4.1: Electromagnetism (5 weeks)
The following SPIs will be the focus of this unit:
SPI 0807.12.1 Recognize that electricity can be produced using a magnet and wire coil.
SPI 0807.12.2 Describe the basic principles of an electromagnet.
SPI 0807.12.3 Distinguish among the Earth’s magnetic field, a magnet, and the fields that surround a magnet and an electromagnet.
The following SPIs will be the focus of this unit:
SPI 0807.12.1 Recognize that electricity can be produced using a magnet and wire coil.
SPI 0807.12.2 Describe the basic principles of an electromagnet.
SPI 0807.12.3 Distinguish among the Earth’s magnetic field, a magnet, and the fields that surround a magnet and an electromagnet.
Unit 4.2: Gravity (4 weeks)
The following SPIs will be the focus of this unit:
SPI 0807.12.5 Determine the relationship among the mass of objects, the distance between these objects, and the amount of gravitational attraction.
SPI 0807.12.6 Illustrate how gravity controls the motion of objects in the solar system.
The following SPIs will be the focus of this unit:
SPI 0807.12.5 Determine the relationship among the mass of objects, the distance between these objects, and the amount of gravitational attraction.
SPI 0807.12.6 Illustrate how gravity controls the motion of objects in the solar system.
7th Grade Science for 2014-2015
Science Textbook
Code: D607ED1490
Additional Textbook Resource
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Frog Dissection
We will be completing frog dissection Wednesday (5/13/15) and Thursday (5/14/15) of this week.
Frog Dissection Power Point 1
Frog Dissection Power Point 2
Frog Dissection Video
Frog Dissection Information
Virtual Frog Dissection
Heredity
We will be spending a lot of time working on Punnett squares. We will probably not start section 2 until after TCAP.
Chapter 8 Lesson 3
Chapter 8 Lesson 2
Chapter 8 Lesson 1 4/20/15
Plant Reproduction
Test is Friday!
Chapter 7 Lesson 3 4/14/15 and 4/15
Chapter 7 Lesson 2 Part 2 4/13/15
Chapter 7 Lesson 2 Part 1 4/10/15
Chapter 7 Lesson 1 4/9/15
Cell Division
Chapter 6 Lesson 3 Part 2 4/6/15 and 4/7/15
Chapter 6 Lesson 3 Part 1 4/2/15
Chapter 6 Lesson 2 Part 2 3/27/15, 3/31/15, and 4/1/15
Chapter 6 Lesson 2 Part 1 3/26/15
Mitosis Stations 3/25/15 - This is the last time you will be able to work on your stations in class. If you are missing a station, you must come to my room at 7:40 AM and work during homeroom to finish it.
Mitosis Stations 3/24/15
Mitosis Stations 3/23/15
Mitosis Stations 3/13/15
Mitosis Stations 3/12/15
Mitosis Stations 3/11/15
Chapter 6 Lesson 1 Part 3 3/10/15
Chapter 6 Lesson 1 Part 2 3/9/15
Chapter 6 Lesson 1 Part 1 3/4/15
Energy for Life
The upcoming test, will include material from Cells, Diffusion, and Energy for Life. I plan to have it on TUESDAY, March 3rd.
Chapter 3 Section 3 Part 2 2/27/15
Chapter 3 Section 3 Part 1 2/26/15
Diffusion
**Because of MIST testing and ALL of the snow days, keep in mind these dates are VERY tentative. Thanks for being flexible!
Chapter 3 Section 2 Part 4 2/25/15
Chapter 3 Section 2 Part 3 2/12/15 Gummy Bear Experiment
Chapter 3 Section 2 Part 2 2/11/15
Chapter 3 Section 2 Part 1 2/10/15
Cells (We only cover section 1 of chapter 2. Sections 2 and 3 are not our standards.)
Levels of Organization 2/9/15
3D Cell Model Key Example
3D Cell Model Group Organization Sheet (Please bring in your materials by Monday, February 2.)
3D Cell Model Assignment Sheet (Please bring in your materials by Monday, February 2.)
Cell Poster 1/29/15
Chapter 2 Lesson 1 1/28/15
Adaptive and Assistive Technology
Adaptive and Assistive Technology 1/26/15
Chapter 12
Chapter 12 Lesson 3 1/20/15
Chapter 12 Lesson 2 Part 3 1/16/15
Chapter 12 Lesson 2 Part 2 1/15/15
Chapter 12 Lesson 2 Part 1 1/14/15
Chapter 12 Lesson 1 1/12/15 and 1/13/15
Chapter 11
We will have an open book test over chapter 11 on 1/9/15.
Chapter 11 Section 3 1/6/15
Chapter 11 Section 2 12/15/14 - 12/16/14
Chapter 11 Power Point (supplemental)
Earthquake Info 12/10/14
Earthquake Trivia Article 12/10/14
San Andreas Fault Article 12/10/14
The Science of Earthquakes Article 12/10/14
Moonquake Article 12/10/14
Chapter 11 Day 1 12/10/14
Chapter 10
Chapter 10 Test 12/9/14
Chapter 10 Review 12/8/14
Chapter 10 Lesson 3 Part 4 12/5/14
Chapter 10 Lesson 3 Part 3 12/4/14
Chapter 10 Lesson 3 Part 2 12/3/14
Chapter 10 Lesson 3 Part 1 12/1/14 and 12/2/14 (Milky Way lab is Tuesday.)
Chapter 10 Lesson 2 11/20/14
Chapter 10 Lesson 1 11/19/14
Chapter 9
Chapter 9 Test 11/18/14
Chapter 9 Test Study Guide
Rock Cycle Poster Rubric 11/13/14 and 11/14/14
Chapter 9 Lesson 9 11/12/14
Chapter 9 Lesson 8 11/7/14
Chapter 9 Lab 11/5/14 and 11/6/14
Study Guide for Chapter 9 Section 1 and 2 Quiz 11/5/14
Chapter 9 Lesson 7 11/4/14
Chapter 9 Lesson 6 11/3/14
Chapter 9 Lesson 5 10/31/14
Chapter 9 Lesson 4 10/30/14
Chapter 9 Lesson 3 10/29/14
Chapter 9 Lesson 2 10/28/14
Chapter 9 Lesson 1 10/27/14
Chapter 15 Test 10/23/14
Chapter 15 Day 7 10/22/14
Chapter 15 Day 6 10/21/14
Chapter 15 Day 5 10/17/14 (We have a couple of more slides from this PPT to finish 10/21/14.)
Chapter 15 Day 4 10/16/14
Section 1 and 2 Note-Taking Sheet (Section 1 of sheet is due 10/16/14.)
Chapter 15 Day 3 10/15/14
Chapter 15 Day 2 10/14/14
Chapter 15 Day 1 10/13/14
End of 1st Quarter
Thursday Rube Goldberg 10/2/14
Wednesday Rube Goldberg 10/1/14
Tuesday Rube Goldberg 9/30/14
Monday Rube Goldberg 9/29/14
Rube Goldberg Project Rubric 9/25/14 - 10/3/14
Chapter 14 Day 11 9/24/14
Chapter 14 Day 10 9/23/14
Chapter 14 Day 9 9/22/14
Levers Lab Page 2 9/18/14
Levers Lab Page 1 (just the first two pages) 9/18/14
Chapter 14 Day 8 9/18/14
Simple Machines Crossword Puzzle
Chapter 14 Day 7 9/17/18
Chapter 14 Day 6 9/16/14
Chapter 14 Day 5 9/12/14 and 9/15/14
Chapter 14 Day 4 9/10/14 and 9/11/14
Chapter 14 Day 3 9/8/14 and 9/9/14
Chapter 14 Day 2 9/5/14
Chapter 14 Day 1 9/4/14
Chapter 13 Test 9/3/14
Chapter 13 Day 16 9/2/14
Chapter 13 Day 15 8/29/14
Chapter 13 Day 14 8/28/14
Chapter 13 Day 13 8/27/14 (We ran out of time to finish Day 12, so some slides from Day 12 were moved to the front of Day 13.)
Chapter 13 Day 12 8/26/14
Chapter 13 Day 11 8/25/14
Chapter 13 Day 10 8/22/14
Chapter 13 Day 9 8/21/14
Chapter 13 Day 8 8/20/14
Chapter 13 Day 7 8/19/14
Chapter 13 Day 6 8/18/14
Chapter 13 Day 5 8/15/14
Chapter 13 Day 4 8/14/14
Chapter 13 Day 3 8/13/14
Chapter 13 Day 2 8/12/14
Chapter 13 Day 1 8/11/14
Science Resources
Science Experiment Information
Variable PDF
drawing conclusions
experiment design