Lesson #8 Please note : Microsoft Teams wasn't provided for prep teachers (yet), just shells. Mr. Armstrong will create his own teams if necessary. KPS Learn at Home Science - Grades 1-5 The first week we'll be introducing ourselves, discussing Science around us (inside and outside) and finding out what Science "is" to each class. I'll also be reading "The Lorax" to each class to put an emphasis on the 3 R's (Reduce, Re-use, Recycle). There are 4 strands of Science Curricula. Life Systems, Structures & Mechanisms, Matter & Energy, Earth & Space. Each strand builds knowledge from year to year.
Grade 1 Matter & Energy - Energy in our Lives. Lesson #1 We discussed examples of energy in the classroom today, such as electricity to turn on the lights, food for movement, and many more examples students came up with. Lesson #2 The importance of the sun as the start of an energy chain. Video What is Energy? TurtleDiary.com Lesson #3 Review - What is Science? What is Energy? We brainstormed examples of Energy (inside and out) and made an Anchor chart. Lesson #4 Video - Make Me Genius - Energy (Food ) Chains Lesson #5 We made food (energy) chains of the students favourite foods, realizing they all begin with the sun! Lesson #6 We reviewed food/energy chains with some returning students, all realizing the Sun is the key starting factor. Lesson #7 Students make their own Food chains starting with the sun (upper left corner on a blank page). Lesson #8 We reviewed our previous lessons and our definition of Science. We introduced several types of energy and their purpose (EX. Gasoline to run a car.).
Grade 2 Matter & Energy - Properties of Liquids & Solids. Lesson #1 Today we compared the characteristics of liquids using water bottles as examples, vs. solids, using our desks as examples. Lesson #2 Brainstorming a list of matter into 3 categories, solids, liquids, and gases. Video - HomeSchoolPop.com Solid and Liquid First & Second grade Science for kids. Lesson #3 Outside - We found "dew' on the grass and discussed how it got there, (gas to liquid) which led to the third state of matter. The effect of the sun and temperature were also discussed. Lesson #4 We observed liquids going into and out of containers, then solids, and noted the differences. For fine solids such as salt and sand, we used the 'pour on a flat surface test' noting liquids would make a puddle, whilst fine solids would make a pile! Lesson #5 We played "Eye Spy" with Solids and Liquids around the room, when successful students had to add if the object/item was a solid or liquid. We watched the video "Make Me Genius Solids, Liquids, and gases video for grade 2". We reviewed water in all 3 states of matter. Lesson #6 We played "Eye Spy- Solids/ Liquids" and did a fill in the blanks about Matter (which will be on Teams soon). Lesson #7 Experiment - We put some solids (margarine container, measuring cup, etc) into a clear container. Then we removed them to notice they were the same. We put water in the container and noticed it took the shape of the container Then we tipped the tray, we drew the results and noted the order of finish (maple syrup, ketchup, mustard).
Grade 3 Earth & Space - Soils & the Environment. Lesson #1 Today we're trying to find examples of lighter brown, sandy soil and darker, nutrient rich soil out on the yard. What is soil made from? (How it happens) Lesson #2 We'll watch Sci Show Kids "What's the dirt … on dirt?", and create an anchor chart for the 4 layers of soil with the 4 components of soil also. Lesson #3 Outside -The effects of 'Dew' and "frost' on the soil. Lesson #4 We're creating a class note on Soil, filling in the blanks (which Mr. Eh! will put up on Microsoft Teams). Lesson #5 Outside - we observed the soil conditions (very dry) around our deciduous and coniferous trees on the schoolyard, and discussed the trees role with the soil (retaining moisture through roots). Lesson #6 We read and answered questions about composting (which will be up on Teams soon), we visited the gravel pit next door (looking through our fence) to see how fertile soil was separated from rock and debris by large machines. #7 We reviewed the 4 components of soil (air, water, organic matter, and minerals) and the 4 layers of soil (humus, topsoil, minerals, solid rock).
Grade 4 Earth & Space - Rocks & Minerals. Lesson #1 Today we'll discuss the difference between rocks and minerals, then look for some examples of each on the yard. Lesson #2 What are rocks made of? (How it happens) Anchor chart on the Rock Cycle (Igneous, Sedimentary, Metamorphic) Video - Make Me genius Types of Rocks & The Rock Cycle. Lesson #4 We looked at Owlcation Top Ten Facts about Minerals and discussed. Lesson #5 We looked at students birthstones/gemstones, discussing the jewellery industry, family heirlooms, etc. (www.gemsociety.org) and students were encouraged to do a little research into their birthstone. Lesson #6 We discussed the conservation side of mining, watched the video "Canadas Untouched Wilderness is Now Open to Mining - Youtube", and discussed. Lesson #7 We compared minerals to a 100% pure chocolate bar, we compared rocks to a chocolate bar full of our favourites (caramel, rice krispies, etc.) and noted the differences if we cut them open. We did a fill in the blanks (that'll be up on Teams soon) on Minerals. We visited the gravel pit next door (through our fence) to see some real mining equipment and explain how it works. Lesson #8 Were answering questions about types of Rocks and the Rock cycle. (1) What is melted rock called and where does it come from? (2) Name two Igneous rocks formed from magma? (3) Name one Igneous rock formed from lava?
Grade 5 Earth & Space - Conservation of Energy/Resources. Lesson #1 Today we talked about the fires from the Pacific coast, and how it is affecting our skies. Lesson #2 An anchor chart about Renewable vs. Non -renewable resources. Video - Steve Trash Science - Renewable vs. Nonrenewable. Lesson #3 -Outside - We discussed and looked at examples of solar power, and where it may be used in the future. Lesson #5 We discussed wood as a resource, questioning its place (non-renewable vs. renewable) and we went outside to look at the differences between Deciduous (Leaves change colours and fall) and Coniferous (produce seeds in cones, stay green all year round, shape) trees. We also discussed planting trees properly as Mr. Eh! has purchased a Colorado Spruce and a Norway spruce to plant from the Ferguson Forestry Outlet Store! Lesson #6 We discussed wind power as a renewable resource, compared to solar it's less consumer friendly. Lesson #7 We looked at Hydro power as a renewable resource, and watched the video "Niagara Power Generating Plant - Youtube" and discussed. Lesson #8 We answered some questions about chemical energy, discussed examples (a shaken carbonated beverage opened, a pop bottle and mentos, etc.) and listed 4 examples of radiant energy (travels in waves). Lesson #9 We explained Gravitational energy - the energy stored in an objects height. We explained thermal energy - anything that gives off heat is an example of thermal energy. Grade 6 Life Systems - Biodiversity. Structures & Mechanisms - Flight. Matter & Energy - Electricity & Electrical Devices. Earth & Space - Space.