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Life Science 7
Mrs. Duddles
Q4 –Heredity
&
Evolution
Friday 06/05
Objectives:
O Students will learn that living things evolved,
diversified, and colonized land throughout
Earth’s long history.
O Students will understand the process of
evolution and be able to present evidence to
support the theory.
Agenda:
O Start Activity 19 “The History of Life on Earth”
reading and questions
Thursday 06/04
Objectives:
O Students will learn that living things evolved,
diversified, and colonized land throughout Earth’s long
history.
O Students will understand the process of evolution and
be able to present evidence to support the theory.
Agenda:
O 7th Grade Field Trip to AdventureLand
Wednesday 06/03
Objectives:
O Students will learn that living things evolved,
diversified, and colonized land throughout Earth’s long
history.
O Students will understand the process of evolution and
be able to present evidence to support the theory.
Agenda:
O Discuss and Review Activity 18 “Evidence of
Evolution” reading and questions
O Start Activity 19 “The History of Life on Earth” reading
and questions
Tuesday 06/02
Objectives:
O Students will learn that living things evolved,
diversified, and colonized land throughout Earth’s long
history.
O Students will understand the process of evolution and
be able to present evidence to support the theory.
Agenda:
O Finish Activity 18 “Evidence of Evolution” reading and
questions
O Set up and start Activity 19 “The History of Life on
Earth”
Monday 06/01
Objectives:
O Students will learn that living things evolved,
diversified, and colonized land throughout Earth’s long
history.
O Students will understand the process of evolution and
be able to present evidence to support the theory.
Agenda:
O Finish Activity 18 “Evidence of Evolution” reading and
questions (Carter MS)
O Watch Discovery series “Planet Earth”
Friday 05/29
Objectives:
O Students will learn that living things evolved,
diversified, and colonized land throughout Earth’s long
history.
O Students will understand the process of evolution and
be able to present evidence to support the theory.
Agenda:
O Work on Activity 18 “Evidence of Evolution” reading
and questions (40 mins)
O Watch TED Talk on rapid evolution
Juan Enriquez: Will our kids be a different species?
Thursday 05/28
Objectives:
O Students will learn that living things evolved,
diversified, and colonized land throughout Earth’s long
history.
O Students will understand the process of evolution and
be able to present evidence to support the theory.
Agenda:
O Set Up Activity 18 “Evidence of Evolution” in science
notebook
O Start Activity 18 reading and questions
Wednesday 05/27
Objectives:
O Students will learn that living things evolved,
diversified, and colonized land throughout Earth’s long
history.
O Students will understand the process of evolution and
be able to present evidence to support the theory.
Agenda:
O Watch TED Talk on the importance of protecting the
diversity of ecosystems and plant and wild life
Ameenah Gurib-Fakim: Humble plants that hide
surprising secrets
O Attend MSVPA play “Civil War Voices”
Tuesday 05/26
Objectives:
O Students will understand watersheds are the source
of all the water we use.
Agenda:
O Presentation on Clinton River watershed with Clinton
River Watershed Council (CRWC) educator
Monday 05/25
O WCS – No School
Memorial Day Observance
Friday 05/22
Objectives:
O Students will understand that characteristics from
parents are passed to offspring in predictable ways.
O Students will understand the process of evolution and
be able to present evidence to support the theory.
Agenda:
O Take quiz on “Evolution, Evidence and Natural
Selection” reading and NOVA video “Evolution and
Charles Darwin”
O Turn in your quiz and read silently for remainder of
class
Thursday 05/21
Objectives:
O Students will understand the basics of biodiesel fuel,
its production and uses.
O Students will gain knowledge about esters, alcohols,
and catalysts.
O Students will witness the production of biodiesel fuel
on an industrial level at MSU Bioeconomy Institute
Agenda:
O Visit to MSU Bioeconomy Institute in Holland, MI
(6:30 am – 5:30 pm)
Wednesday 05/20
Objectives:
O Students will understand that characteristics from parents
are passed to offspring in predictable ways.
O Students will understand the process of evolution and be
able to present evidence to support the theory.
Agenda:
O Discuss and review “Evolution, Evidence and Natural
Selection” reading & PBS NOVA video; quiz on Friday 05/22
O Turn in Dragon Genetics project: Traits WS, Typed Questions
& Answers, Model Rubric, & Model. If 3D computer model
you must submit screencast of 3D computer model &
printouts of computer model showing different
perspectives.
Tuesday 05/19
Objectives:
O Students will understand that characteristics from
parents are passed to offspring in predictable ways.
O Students will understand the process of evolution and
be able to present evidence to support the theory.
Agenda:
O Open notes quiz on “Evolution, Evidence and Natural
Selection” reading on Friday 05/22
O Continue working on Dragon Genetics with your
partner in class & at home (Due Wednesday 05/20)
O Continue PBS NOVA documentary on “Evolution and
Charles Darwin”; how does evolution happen?
Monday 05/18
Objectives:
O Students will understand that characteristics from
parents are passed to offspring in predictable ways.
O Students will understand the process of evolution and
be able to present evidence to support the theory.
Agenda:
O Cornell Notes Check for “Evolution, Evidence and
Natural Selection” reading packet
O Open notes quiz on “Evolution, Evidence and Natural
Selection” reading on Friday 05/22
O Continue working on Dragon Genetics with your
partner in class & at home (Due Wednesday 05/20)
Friday 05/15
Objectives:
O Students will understand that characteristics from
parents are passed to offspring in predictable ways.
O Students will understand the process of evolution and
be able to present evidence to support the theory.
Agenda:
O Read and create Cornell Notes for “Evolution,
Evidence and Natural Selection” reading packet on
Edmodo; Cornell Notes check on Monday 05/18
O Continue working on Dragon Genetics with your
partner in class & at home (Due Wednesday 05/20)
Thursday 05/14
O MStep Science Part 2
O Use the allotted time fully and give your
best effort. Thank you!
Wednesday 05/13
Objectives:
O Students will understand that characteristics from
parents are passed to offspring in predictable ways.
O Students will understand the process of evolution and
be able to present evidence to support the theory.
Agenda:
O Read and create Cornell Notes for “Evolution,
Evidence and Natural Selection” reading packet on
Edmodo
O Cornell Notes check on Monday 05/18
O Continue working on Dragon Genetics with your
partner in class & at home (Due Wednesday 05/20)
Tuesday 05/12
Objectives:
O Students will understand that characteristics from parents are
passed to offspring in predictable ways.
O Students will be able to analyze the inheritance of traits in
individuals.
O Students will be able to explain how patterns of heredity can be
predicted by Punnett squares and pedigrees
Agenda:
O Extended Class Period
O Continue Dragon Genetics project; Work Day 5
O Check Edmodo page for more Genetics reading & help
O Finish Socratic Circle using biodiesel plans
O Team 2 will present rebuttal
Monday 05/11
Objectives:
O Students will understand that characteristics from parents
are passed to offspring in predictable ways.
O Students will be able to analyze the inheritance of traits in
individuals.
O Students will be able to explain how patterns of heredity
can be predicted by Punnett squares and pedigrees
Agenda:
O No Science today; Math MStep testing
Friday 05/08
Objectives:
O Students will understand that characteristics from parents are
passed to offspring in predictable ways.
O Students will be able to analyze the inheritance of traits in
individuals.
O Students will be able to explain how patterns of heredity can be
predicted by Punnett squares and pedigrees
Agenda:
O Extended class period today
O Continue Dragon Genetics project; Work Day 4
O Check Edmodo page for more Genetics reading & help
O Start Socratic Circle using biodiesel plans today
Thursday 05/07
Objectives:
O Students will understand that characteristics from
parents are passed to offspring in predictable ways.
O Students will be able to analyze the inheritance of
traits in individuals.
O Students will be able to explain how patterns of
heredity can be predicted by Punnett squares and
pedigrees
Agenda:
O No Science today; ELA MStep testing
Wednesday 05/06
Objectives:
O Students will understand that characteristics from parents are
passed to offspring in predictable ways.
O Students will be able to analyze the inheritance of traits in
individuals.
O Students will be able to explain how patterns of heredity can be
predicted by Punnett squares and pedigrees
Agenda:
O Turn in MSU Bioeconomy Institute visit permission form; last day
today
O Continue Dragon Genetics project; Work Day 3
O Check Edmodo page for more Genetics reading & help
O Be ready for Socratic Circle using biodiesel plans by Friday 05/08
Tuesday 05/05
O WCS – No School Election
Day
Monday 05/04
O MStep Science Part 1
O Turn in MSU Bioeconomy visit
permission form last day today!
Friday 05/01 – ½ Day PM Only
WCS – PLC Day
No Class
Thursday 04/30
Objectives:
O Students will understand that characteristics from parents are
passed to offspring in predictable ways.
O Students will be able to analyze the inheritance of traits in
individuals.
O Students will be able to explain how patterns of heredity can be
predicted by Punnett squares and pedigrees
Agenda:
O Turn in MSU Bioeconomy Institute visit permission form due today
O Continue Dragon Genetics project; Work Day 2
O Check Edmodo page for more Genetics reading & help
O Be prepared for Socratic Circle using biodiesel plans by Wed.
05/06
Wednesday 04/29
Objectives:
O Students will understand that characteristics from
parents are passed to offspring in predictable ways.
O Students will be able to analyze the inheritance of
traits in individuals.
O Students will be able to explain how patterns of
heredity can be predicted by Punnett squares and
pedigrees
Agenda:
O Turn in MSU Bioeconomy Institute visit permission
form
O Start Dragon Genetics project; Work Day 1
Tuesday 04/28
Objectives:
O Students will understand that characteristics from
parents are passed to offspring in predictable ways.
O Students will be able to analyze the inheritance of
traits in individuals.
O Students will be able to explain how patterns of
heredity can be predicted by Punnett squares and
pedigrees
Agenda:
O Finish review of Dihybrid Punnett Squares Practice
Sheet
O Discuss Dragon Genetics project; choose partners
Monday 04/27
Objectives:
O Students will understand that characteristics from
parents are passed to offspring in predictable ways.
O Students will be able to analyze the inheritance of
traits in individuals.
O Students will be able to explain how patterns of
heredity can be predicted by Punnett squares and
pedigrees
Agenda:
O Finish discussion and review Activity 17 “Heredity,
Punnett Squares, and Pedigree”
O Review Dihybrid Punnett Squares Practice Sheet
Friday 04/24
Objectives:
O Students will understand that characteristics from
parents are passed to offspring in predictable ways.
O Students will be able to analyze the inheritance of
traits in individuals.
O Students will be able to explain how patterns of
heredity can be predicted by Punnett squares and
pedigrees
Agenda:
O Continue discussion and review Activity 17 “Heredity,
Punnett Squares, and Pedigree”
Thursday 04/23
Objectives:
O Students will understand that characteristics from parents are
passed to offspring in predictable ways.
O Students will be able to analyze the inheritance of traits in
individuals.
O Students will be able to explain how patterns of heredity can be
predicted by Punnett squares and pedigrees
Agenda:
O Biodiesel Project due today 04/23. Upload final document &
video to Edmodo and provide a link to Youtube upload of video
O Discuss and review Activity 17 “Heredity, Punnett Squares, and
Pedigree”
O Review Dihybrid Punnett Squares Practice Sheet
Wednesday 04/22
Objectives:
O Students will understand the basics of biodiesel fuel, its production
and uses.
O Students will gain knowledge about esters, alcohols, and catalysts.
Agenda:
O Biodiesel Project
O Teams will need to finish project online using Edmodo as we have
no computer access due to MStep testing
O Team Plan due on Thursday, 04/23. Upload final document and
video to Edmodo and provide a link to Youtube upload of video
O Activity 17 “Heredity, Punnett Squares, and Pedigree” HW check for
completion
O Continue work on Dihybrid Punnett Squares Practice Sheet
Tuesday 04/21
Objectives:
O Students will understand the basics of biodiesel fuel, its production
and uses.
O Students will gain knowledge about esters, alcohols, and catalysts.
Agenda:
O Biodiesel Project
O Discuss water wash and pH test results.
O Teams will need to finish project online using Edmodo as we have
no computer access due to MStep testing
O Team Plan due on Thursday, 04/23. Upload final document and
video to Edmodo and provide a link to Youtube upload of video
O Finish Activity 17 “Heredity, Punnett Squares, and Pedigree” work
O Start work on Dihybrid Punnett Squares Practice Sheet
Monday 04/20
Objectives:
O Students will understand the basics of biodiesel fuel, its
production and uses.
O Students will gain knowledge about esters, alcohols, and
catalysts.
Agenda:
O Biodiesel synthesis lab
O Centrifuge products from lab runs 1, 2, & 3 to separate
impurities from product
O Conduct pH test of wash water for batch 1, 2, & 3 biodiesel
O Follow project handout; Work on your assign roles & complete
tasks for Biodiesel Production Project plan
HW:
O Finish all assigned Activity 17 reading and questions
Friday 04/17
Objectives:
O Students will understand the basics of biodiesel fuel, its
production and uses.
O Students will gain knowledge about esters, alcohols, and
catalysts.
Agenda:
O Biodiesel synthesis lab; third batch run Day 2
O Separate biodiesel from glycerol waste product
O Conduct pH test of wash water for batch 1 biodiesel
O Follow project handout; Work on your assign roles & complete
tasks for Biodiesel Production Project plan
HW:
O Complete Vocabulary & Analysis Questions for Activity 17
“Heredity, Punnett Squares and Pedigree”
Thursday 04/16
Objectives:
O Students will understand the basics of biodiesel fuel, its
production and uses.
O Students will gain knowledge about esters, alcohols, and
catalysts.
Agenda:
O Biodiesel synthesis lab; second batch run Day 2
O Separate biodiesel from glycerol waste product
O Start third batch run (A1: Canola & NaOH) (A2: Peanut & KOH)
O Follow project handout; Work on your assign roles & complete
tasks for Biodiesel Production Project plan
HW:
O Complete book questions assigned for Activity 17 “Heredity,
Punnett Squares and Pedigree” reading
Wednesday 04/15
Objectives:
O Students will understand the basics of biodiesel fuel, its
production and uses.
O Students will gain knowledge about esters, alcohols, and
catalysts.
Agenda:
O Biodiesel synthesis lab; second batch run Day 1
O Synthesize biodiesel using same oils (canola, peanut, olive &
corn oil) and alcohol (methanol) with different catalyst (KOH)
O Follow project handout; Work on your assign roles & complete
tasks for Biodiesel Production Project plan
HW:
O Finish all reading and Cornell notes for Activity 17 “Heredity,
Punnett Squares and Pedigree”
Tuesday 04/14
Objectives:
O Students will be able to describe asexual & sexual reproduction
and list the advantages & disadvantages of each.
O Students will understand that characteristics from parents are
passed to offspring in predictable ways.
O Students will be able to describe the process of meiosis and its
role in sexual reproduction.
Agenda:
O Finish Activity 16; Discuss and review Activity 16 “Sexual and
Asexual Reproduction”
HW:
O Set up Activity 17 “Heredity, Punnett Squares and Pedigrees” in
Science notebook
O Complete reading for Activity 17; do Cornell Notes
Monday 04/13
Objectives:
O Students will be able to describe asexual & sexual
reproduction and list the advantages & disadvantages of
each.
O Students will understand that characteristics from parents
are passed to offspring in predictable ways.
O Students will be able to describe the process of meiosis
and its role in sexual reproduction.
Agenda:
O Collect data for Biodiesel Production Project from first
batch runs
O Finish Activity 16 “Sexual and Asexual Reproduction”
O MStep review packet extra credit points collection
Monday 04/06 – Friday 04/09
WCS Spring Break –
No School
Have a safe and fun break!
Friday 04/03
WCS Good Friday Holiday –
No School
Thursday 04/02
Objectives:
O Students will understand the basics of biodiesel fuel, its
production and uses.
O Students will gain knowledge about esters, alcohols, and
catalysts.
Agenda:
O Biodiesel synthesis lab; first batch run Day 2
O We will separate the biodiesel product from the glycerine
waste product
O Follow project handout; Work on your assign roles & complete
tasks for Biodiesel Production Project plan
HW:
O Finish all reading and questions for Activity 16
O Work on MStep review packets
Wednesday 04/01
Objectives:
O Students will understand the basics of biodiesel fuel, its
production and uses.
O Students will gain knowledge about esters, alcohols, and
catalysts.
Agenda:
O Biodiesel synthesis lab; first batch run Day 1
O Read instructions in lab handout so you will understand
what we are doing today
O Perform lab with teacher guidance
O Work with your team to assign roles and complete tasks
to complete Biodiesel Production Project plan
O Follow project handout
Tuesday 03/31
Objectives:
O Students will be able to describe asexual & sexual
reproduction and list the advantages & disadvantages of
each.
O Students will understand that characteristics from parents
are passed to offspring in predictable ways.
O Students will be able to describe the process of meiosis
and its role in sexual reproduction.
Agenda:
O Finish Activity 15 Meiosis Lab 1 “Meiosis Flipbook”
O Put flipbook together & turn in for a group grade
O Set up Activity 16 “Sexual and Asexual Reproduction” in
Science notebook
Monday 03/30
Objectives:
O Students will understand that characteristics from parents
are passed to offspring in predictable ways.
O Students will be able to describe the process of meiosis
and its role in sexual reproduction.
Agenda:
O Continue Activity 15 Meiosis Lab 1 “Meiosis Flipbook”
O Read and follow directions in lab handout to create
Meiosis Flipbook
O Neatness and Accuracy count!
O Include all group member names on back of flipbook
HW: Finish your individual cards for flipbook; be ready to put
book together to turn in at beginning of hour Tuesday
Friday 03/27 – ½ Day PM Only
WCS Records Day –
No Butcher AM classes today
HW: Continue to collaborate with your
lab group on the 7A Edmodo page on
Biodiesel Project plan.
Thursday 03/26
Objectives:
O Students will understand that characteristics from parents
are passed to offspring in predictable ways.
O Students will be able to describe the process of meiosis
and its role in sexual reproduction.
Agenda:
O Start Activity 15 Meiosis Lab 1 “Meiosis Flipbook”
O Read and follow directions in lab handout to create
Meiosis Flipbook
O Neatness and Accuracy count!
O Turn in Meiosis Flipbook for a group grade; be sure to
include all group member names on back of flipbook
O Read silently when you are done with lab
Wednesday 03/25
Objectives:
O Students will understand that characteristics
from parents are passed to offspring in
predictable ways.
O Students will be able to describe the process
of meiosis and its role in sexual reproduction.
Agenda:
O Finish Activity 15 Meiosis reading discussion
O Discuss Analysis Questions
O Share Conclusions
Tuesday 03/24
Objectives:
O Students will understand that characteristics
from parents are passed to offspring in
predictable ways.
O Students will be able to describe the process
of meiosis and its role in sexual reproduction.
Agenda:
O Discuss and Review Activity 15 Meiosis
O Cornell Notes Review
O Review book questions and Analysis Questions
Monday 03/23
Objectives:
O Students will understand the basics of biodiesel fuel, its
production and uses.
O Students will gain knowledge about esters, alcohols, and
catalysts.
Agenda:
O Biodiesel Fuel Project class discussion:
O Share basic information about biodiesel, its uses &
production with your lab group
O With your lab group, create a plan for making the “best”
biodiesel recipe
HW Reminder: Finish Activity 15 Meiosis work; be ready to
discuss Tuesday 03/24
Friday 03/20
Objectives:
O Students will understand that characteristics from parents
are passed to offspring in predictable ways.
O Students will be able to describe the process of meiosis
and its role in sexual reproduction.
Agenda:
O Continue Activity 15 Meiosis
O Create notes for Activity 15 Meiosis reading
O Do assigned questions and vocabulary
O Answer Analysis Questions and Write Conclusion
HW Reminder: Finish Biodiesel Project work with your group
on Edmodo. Be ready to discuss on Monday.
Thursday 03/19
Objectives:
O Students will understand that characteristics from parents are passed to
offspring in predictable ways.
O Students will be able to describe the process of meiosis and its role in
sexual reproduction.
O Students will understand the basics of biodiesel fuel, its production and
uses.
O Students will gain knowledge about esters, alcohols, and catalysts.
Agenda:
O Biodiesel Fuel Project discussion:
O Share basic information about biodiesel, its uses & production with
your lab group
O As a group, consolidate the information you have found into one
document & upload to 7A Edmodo group page
O Continue Activity 15 Meiosis
Wednesday 03/18
Objectives:
O Students will understand the basics of biodiesel fuel,
its production and uses.
O Students will gain knowledge about esters, alcohols,
and catalysts.
Agenda:
O Shorten class period for HOUSE meeting
O Biodiesel Fuel Project discussion:
O Share basic information about biodiesel, its uses &
production with your lab group
O As a group, consolidate the information you have found
into one document
Tuesday 03/17
Objectives:
O Students will understand that characteristics from
parents are passed to offspring in predictable ways.
O Students will be able to describe the process of
meiosis and its role in sexual reproduction.
Agenda:
O Start Activity 15 Meiosis
O Create notes for Activity 15 Meiosis reading
O Do assigned questions and vocabulary
HW Reminder: Continue Biodiesel Fuel Project research
work: upload your work to 7A Edmodo group; code
6i997y
Monday 03/16
Objectives:
O Students will understand that characteristics from parents
are passed to offspring in predictable ways.
O Students will be able to relate the process of mitosis to its
functions in unicellular and multicellular organisms.
Agenda:
O Discuss Activity 14 Lab 2 “DNA, Chromosomes, and Cell
Division”
O “How to Take Notes” Discussion using Cornell Notes format
O Set up Activity 15 Meiosis in Science notebook
HW Reminder: Continue Biodiesel Fuel Project research work:
find basic information about biodiesel, its uses & production
Friday 03/12
Objectives:
O Students will understand that characteristics from parents are
passed to offspring in predictable ways.
O Students will be able to relate the process of mitosis to its
functions in unicellular and multicellular organisms.
Agenda:
O Finish Activity 14 Lab 2 “DNA, Chromosomes, and Cell Division”
activity – turn in activity sheet for grade
O Watch PBS series “The Secret of Life” Episode 1
https://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=rw
7XU7durG4
O Read silently for remainder of class
HW Reminder: Continue Biodiesel Fuel Project research work: find
basic information about biodiesel, its uses & production
Thursday 03/12
Objectives:
O Students will understand that characteristics from
parents are passed to offspring in predictable ways.
O Students will be able to relate the process of mitosis
to its functions in unicellular and multicellular
organisms.
Agenda:
O Start Activity 14 Lab 2 “DNA, Chromosomes, and Cell
Division” activity
HW Reminder: Continue Biodiesel Fuel Project research
work: find basic information about biodiesel, its uses &
production
Wednesday 03/11
Objectives:
O Students will understand that characteristics from
parents are passed to offspring in predictable ways.
O Students will be able to relate the process of mitosis
to its functions in unicellular and multicellular
organisms.
Agenda:
O Discuss Activity 14 “Mitosis” Lesson Review & Analysis
Questions
O Discuss Biodiesel Fuel Production Project
HW: Research basic information about biodiesel, its
uses & production
Tuesday 03/10
Objectives:
O Students will understand that characteristics from
parents are passed to offspring in predictable ways.
O Students will be able to relate the process of mitosis to
its functions in unicellular and multicellular organisms.
Agenda:
O Shorten class period for HOUSE meeting
O Finish Activity 14 Lab 1 “Modeling Mitosis”
presentations
O Discuss & Review Activity 14 “Mitosis” reading &
questions
Monday 03/09
Objectives:
O Students will understand that characteristics
from parents are passed to offspring in
predictable ways.
O Students will be able to relate the process of
mitosis to its functions in unicellular and
multicellular organisms.
Agenda:
O Continue Activity 14 Lab 1 “Modeling Mitosis”
O Presentations start today
Friday 03/06
Objectives:
O Students will understand that characteristics from parents are
passed to offspring in predictable ways.
O Students will be able to relate the process of mitosis to its
functions in unicellular and multicellular organisms.
Agenda:
O Continue Activity 14 Lab 1 “Modeling Mitosis”
O Model the phases of mitosis using physical movement; you
may use props and any technology resources that you have
access to
O Finalize your group’s plan; assign roles, check the accuracy of
your scientific information, make sure you have materials, etc.
O Practice your presentation
O Presentations will begin Monday 03/09
Thursday 03/05
Objectives:
O Students will understand that characteristics from parents are
passed to offspring in predictable ways.
O Students will be able to relate the process of mitosis to its
functions in unicellular and multicellular organisms.
Agenda:
O Continue Activity 14 Lab 1 “Modeling Mitosis”
O Model the phases of mitosis using physical movement; you
may use props and any technology resources that you have
access to
O Finalize your group’s plan; assign roles, check the accuracy of
your scientific information, make sure you have materials, etc.
O Practice your presentation
O Presentations will begin Monday 03/09
Wednesday 03/04
Objectives:
O Students will understand that characteristics from parents
are passed to offspring in predictable ways.
O Students will be able to relate the process of mitosis to its
functions in unicellular and multicellular organisms.
Agenda:
O Finish Activity 14 “Mitosis” reading and questions
(10 mins)
O Start Activity 14 Lab 1 “Modeling Mitosis”
O Model the phases of mitosis using physical movement;
you may use props and any technology resources that
you have access to
Tuesday 03/03
Objectives:
O Students will understand that characteristics from
parents are passed to offspring in predictable ways.
O Students will be able to relate the process of mitosis
to its functions in unicellular and multicellular
organisms.
Agenda:
O Shorten class for HOUSE meeting
O Science Notebook Check for Activity 14 progress
O Finish Activity 14 “Mitosis” reading and questions
Monday 03/02
Objectives:
O Students will understand that characteristics from
parents are passed to offspring in predictable ways.
O Students will be able to relate the process of mitosis
to its functions in unicellular and multicellular
organisms.
Agenda:
O Continue Activity 14 “Mitosis” reading and questions
Friday 02/27
Objectives:
O Students will understand that characteristics from
parents are passed to offspring in predictable ways.
O Students will be able to relate the process of mitosis
to its functions in unicellular and multicellular
organisms.
Agenda:
O Start Activity 14 “Mitosis” reading and questions
O Bill Nye video on “Life Cycle” of organisms
Thursday 02/26
Objectives:
O Students will learn that decomposers break down
wastes and dead organisms, returning matter to the
environment
Agenda:
O “Nature’s Recyclers” presentation from Leslie Science
and Nature Center (LSNC)
Wednesday 02/25
Objectives:
O Students will understand that characteristics from
parents are passed to offspring in predictable ways.
O Students will be able to relate the process of mitosis
to its functions in unicellular and multicellular
organisms.
Agenda:
O Set up Activity 14 “Mitosis” in science notebook
O Finish Greatest Discoveries: Genes program with Bill
Nye
Tuesday 02/24 – Welcome Back!
Objectives:
O Students will understand that characteristics from
parents are passed to offspring in predictable ways.
O Students will be able to relate the process of mitosis
to its functions in unicellular and multicellular
organisms.
Agenda:
O Introduction to Heredity:
O Watch Greatest Discoveries: Genetics with Bill Nye
Monday 02/23
WCS – No school due to inclement
weather.