Subject: Science Grade: 7th Teacher: Ms. Evelyn
Unit
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Unit
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Unit
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Unit
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Unit Title
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Interactions Between Matter and
Energy
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Geology
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Dynamic
Equilibrium:
The
Human Animal
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Dynamic
Equilibrium:
Other
Animals
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Length of Unit
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9 Weeks
September 8 to November 11
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9 Weeks
November 14 to January 20
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9 Weeks
January 23 to March 26
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9 Weeks
March 29 to June 11
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Essential Question(s)
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How do
properties and interactions of matter and energy explain physical and
chemical change?
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How do scientists
gather and interpret evidence that Earth is continually changing?
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How do human
body systems function to maintain homeostasis?
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How is
homeostasis maintained in other organisms?
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New York State Current Standards
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LE 1.2 d
LE 5.1 c,d
LE 5.2 a
LE 6.2 a,b
PS 3.1 a-c, h
PS 3.2 a-c, e
PS 3.3 a-g
PS 4.1 d
PS 4.2 e
PS 4.3 a
PS 4.4 a-c,f,g
PS 4.5 a,b
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LE 3.2 b,c
PS 2.1 a-i
PS 2.2 a-h
PS 3.1 i
PS 4.2 b
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LE 1.1 a-e,g
LE 1.2 a-h
LE 5.1 b-g
LE 5.2 a-f
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LE 1.1 d,f,g
LE 5.1 a-g
LE 5.2 a-c, e
LE 6.2 a
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Unit Learning Targets
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1.1 – I can
illustrate and explain the properties of matter.
1.2 - I can explain
the difference between compounds and mixtures and create ways of sorting out
a mixtures’ parts.
1.3 – I can
use the periodic table to predict the properties of elements.
1.4 - I can
suggest ways to change solubility or rate of dissolving in a solution.
1.5 - I can
explain the difference between a chemical and physical change (including
phases change) and give examples of each.
1.6 – I can
interpret scientific laws to explain chemical change
1.7 – I can
demonstrate the properties of sound and light by conducting mini-labs.
1.8 - I can
conduct an investigation and write a complete lab report.
1.9 - I can
read about a physical scientist and write an article in their voice.
1.10 – I can
complete at least 4 journal entries and revise them.
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2.1 - I can
describe the layers of Earth as lithosphere (crust and upper mantle),
convecting mantle, and metallic core.
2.2 – I can
use the rock cycle chart to compare the formation process of the three types
of rocks.
2.3- I can
test the properties of rocks and minerals to determine their type.
2.4 - I can
explain how rocks and fossils are used to understand the age and geological
history of the Earth, by using timelines, relative dating, and rock layers.
2.5 - I can
describe how fossils provide important evidence of how life and environmental
conditions have changed.
2.6 – I can
restate the theory Pangaea and illustrate how Earth’s plates were once
connected.
2.7- I can
demonstrate how earthquakes, volcanic eruptions, and mountain building result
from plate tectonic movement.
2.8 – I can
read data and make a visual model based on it.
2.9 – I can
read non-fiction text to determine the central scientific ideas.
2.10 – I can
complete at least 6 journal entries and revise them.
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3.1 – I can
illustrate the levels of organization in an organism.
3.2 – I can
explain how the body systems work together to maintain homeostasis in a
human.
3.3 – I can
read non-fiction text and summarize at least two of the body systems.
3.4 – I can
explain how my two body systems work together to maintain homeostasis.
3.5 – I can
create a unique product to teach the class about my body systems.
3.6 – I can
evaluate the foods I eat everyday to determine their energy and nutrient
value.
3.7 – I can
explain how the nervous system connects me to my external environment.
3.8 – I can
design my own experiment, research the topic, carry it out and write up the
results.
3.9 – I can
publish my human body lesson on the class blog/website and respond to
questions about it.
3.10 – I can
complete at least 8 journal entries and revise them.
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4.1 – I can
compare the human system to less advanced organisms including one-celled
organisms, invertebrates, and plants.
4.2 – I can state
the characteristics of animals and compare vertebrates and invertebrates.
4.3 – I can
compare the adaptations of lower level organisms and explain how they help
them survive
4.4– I can
explain how plants make food and obtain energy.
4.5 I can explain
the connection between photosynthesis and respiration.
4.7 – I design
an experiment to illustrate the connection between light and the
photosynthetic process.
4.8 – I can
publish at least one “curiosity question” on the class blog/website and
respond to my classmates’ comments.
4.9 - I can
read non-fiction text to determine the central scientific ideas.
2.10 – I can
complete at least 10 journal entries and revise them.
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Common Core Standards
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RST 1 - 10
WHST 1, 2
WHST 7- 9
WHST 10
SL 1, 2, 3
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RST 1 - 10
WHST 1, 2
WHST 7- 9
WHST 10
SL 1, 2, 3
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RST 1 - 10
WHST 1, 2
WHST 7- 9
WHST 10
SL 1, 2, 3
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RST 1 - 10
WHST 1, 2
WHST 7- 9
WHST 10
SL 1, 2, 3
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KCS Targets
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Problem Formulation
Interpretation
Communication
Precision/Accuracy
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Problem Formulation
Research
Interpretation
Communication
Precision/Accuracy
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Problem Formulation
Research
Interpretation
Communication
Precision/Accuracy
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Problem Formulation
Research
Interpretation
Communication
Precision/Accuracy
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Content
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Properties of Matter
• The properties of materials, such
as:
density, conductivity, magnetic
materials, and solubility
• Elements and compounds
• Atoms and molecules
• The Periodic Table as a way of
organizing the elements
Physical and Chemical Changes
• Characteristics of physical
changes:
– Review of phase change/
states of matter
– Mixtures and solutions
– Temperature and its
effect on solubility
• Characteristics of chemical
changes
Understanding Chemical Reactions:
• Laws of
Conservation
of Mass
and Energy
• Energy changes in chemical
reactions
• Interactions among atoms
and/or molecules result in
chemical reactions.
Properties of Sound and Light
• Electromagnetic energy
• Wave behavior
– Light reflection and refraction
– Vibrations and sound waves
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Earth as a System
• Layers and composition:
Lithosphere, Hydrosphere, Atmosphere, Biosphere
Rocks and Minerals
• Rock cycle
• Classification of rocks:
Sedimentary, metamorphic, and igneous rocks
• Properties of minerals including
density
• Erosion and weathering
Fossils and Earth’s History
• Where fossils are found
• Dating of rocks: Absolute and
relative age
• The importance of the fossil record
Plate Tectonics
• Theory of plate movement and
evidence supporting the theory
• Convection currents
• Buoyancy (relative density)
• Sea-floor spreading
• Earthquakes: faulting and folding
of the earth’s crust
• Volcanoes
• Mountain building
• Topography
of Earth’s surface
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Levels of Organization
• Cells – structure and function •
Tissues; organs; systems; organism
The Human Body
• Maintaining homeostasis:
The human body systems
– Digestive
– Respiratory
– Circulatory
– Excretory
– Skeletal and Muscular
• Obtaining energy
• Obtaining nutrients
• Regulation of the internal
environment
• Metabolism
• Responding to the
external environment
(Nervous system)
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Other Animals
• Animal structures and
systems
• Maintaining homeostasis
• Obtaining energy
• Obtaining nutrients
• Regulation of the internal
environment
• Metabolism
• Responding to the external
environment
Plants
• Plant structures and
systems
• Maintaining homeostasis
• Obtaining energy
Obtaining nutrients
• Regulation of the internal
environment
• Metabolism
• Responding to the external
environment
One-celled Organisms
• Unicellular vs. multicellular
organisms
• Maintaining homeostasis
• Obtaining energy
• Obtaining nutrients
• Regulation of the internal
environment
• Metabolism
• Responding to the external
environment
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Assessments or Performances
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Lab
write-ups
Journal
entries
Quizzes
Exit tickets
Projects
Classroom
tests
Interim
assessments
Vocabulary
development activities
Reading
comprehension activities
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Lab
write-ups
Journal
entries
Quizzes
Exit tickets
Projects
Classroom
tests
Interim
assessments
Vocabulary
development activities
Reading
comprehension activities
CPAS
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Lab
write-ups
Journal
entries
Quizzes
Exit tickets
Projects
Classroom
tests
Interim
assessments
Vocabulary
development activities
Reading
comprehension activities
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Lab
write-ups
Journal
entries
Quizzes
Exit tickets
Projects
Classroom
tests
Interim assessments
Vocabulary
development activities
Reading
comprehension activities
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Materials/Texts*
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Non-fiction
library books on matter and energy
Text books
for reference
Class set
science magazines
Printed
internet articles
Lab
materials
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Non-fiction
library books on rocks, minerals, Earth’s composition, and tectonic events.
Text books
for reference
Class set
science magazines
Printed
internet articles
Lab
materials
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Non-fiction
library books on the body systems and homeostasis.
Text books
for reference
Class set
science magazines
Printed
internet articles
Lab
materials
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Non-fiction
library books plants.
Text books
for reference
Class set
science magazines
Printed
internet articles
Lab
materials
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Key Writing Elements for the Unit
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Journal
entries
Lab reports
Curiosity
Question on blog/website
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Journal
entries
Lab reports
Curiosity
Question on blog/website
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Journal
entries
Lab reports
Curiosity
Question on blog/website
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Journal
entries
Lab reports
Curiosity
Question on blog/website
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Key Reading Elements for the Unit
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Non-fiction
texts
Current
event articles
Lab
pre-readings
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Non-fiction
texts
Current
event articles
Lab
pre-readings
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Non-fiction
texts
Current
event articles
Lab
pre-readings
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Non-fiction
texts
Current
event articles
Lab
pre-readings
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Key Vocabulary for the Unit
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Boiling
Characteristic properties
Chemical
Compound
Density
Density
Electrical
conductivity
Evaporation
Filtration
Freezing
Gas
Hardness
Insoluble
Liquid
Mixture
Periodic
Table
Physical
Reflection
Refraction
Settling
Solid
Solubility
Soluble
Substances
Surface area
Wave Length
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Absolute dating
Atmosphere
Biosphere
Erosion
Fossils
Hardness
Hydrosphere
Igneous
Lithosphere
Luster
Metamorphic
Minerals
Physical properties
Relative dating
Rock cycle
Sedimentary
Streak
Weathering
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Balanced state
Cells
Chemical Breakdown
Circulation
Circulatory System
Diet
Dietary
Habits
Digestion
Energy
Excretion
Excretory System
Gas exchange
Heat energy
Homeostasis
Hormones
Infectious disease
Mechanical breakdown
Metabolism
Minerals
Muscular System
Nervous System
Nutrients
Organ systems
Organism
Organs
Oxygen
Respiration
Respiratory System
Skeletal
System
Tissues
Vitamins
Waste
removal
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Bacteria
Carbon dioxide
Chemical energy
Chlorophyll
Consumer
Invertebrate
One-celled organism
Oxygen
Photosynthesis
Plants
Producer
Sugar molecules
Vertebrate
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