ENTRY Q: Write a hypothesis for the following question: Q: Would adding salt make my French fries less soggy? (skip a space) My A: (you attempt complete answer) H: _________________________ Real A: H: 11 / 12 APR Class # 66 LEARNING TARGET: I can predict what will happen to the speed of a falling tissue if I change its shape. IF I add salt to French Fries THEN the amount of moisture they leave on a paper towel will be less BECAUSE salt absorbs liquids.

HW (due) : 1. 7 Astronomers + 10 Presentation Topic cards (Test Day) 2. Astronomy Test (240pts, next class ) 3. read Pluto article carefully and bring to class ( 15 / 18 APR) 4. NEW Spiral Notebook - Science ONLY (20pts, 25 / 26 APR) *if missed, arrange makeup of Dist Assessment (30pts) ASAP _________________ EXIT Q: List major resources to study well for test: (skip a space) A: 1. Test Topics HO4. flashcards (xword+7+10) 2. HO and HW papers5. Jeopardy PPT 3. Journal Entries6. go through other PPTs

ENTRY Q: Starting with “Universe” write out as many objects as you can in order getting smaller and smaller. (skip a space) My A: (you attempt complete answer) _________________________ Real A: 31 MAR / 01 APR Class # 65 LEARNING TARGET: I can use state test computer tools and log on properly to do a practice test. Universe, galaxy, solar system, star, planet, moon, asteroid/comet, meteor (though there are two moon larger than Mercury, the smallest planet)

HW (due) : 1. 7 Astronomers + 10 Presentation Topic cards (Test Day) 2. Astronomy Test (240pts, 13 / 14 APR) 3. NEW Spiral Notebook - Science ONLY (20pts, 25 / 26 APR) ________________________________ EXIT Q: How much time each day over Spring Break should I spend reviewing for the Astronomy test? Explain. (skip a space) A: 10-15mins (usual HW time) many quick small reviews are better than one big “cram” session (use checklist to cover all topics)

ENTRY Q: No Entry Q – Presentation Day (skip a space) My A: (you attempt complete answer) n/a _________________________ Real A: n/a 29 / 30 MAR Class # 64 LEARNING TARGET: I can critique and accurately evaluate PPT presentations based on the rubric.

HW (due) : 1. 7 Astronomers + 10 Presentation Topic cards (Test Day) 2. Astronomy Test (240pts, 13 / 14 APR) 3. NEW Spiral Notebook - Science ONLY (20pts, 25 / 26 APR) ________________________________ EXIT Q: Why is it important to know some of the history of space exploration? (skip a space) A: To appreciate just how FAR we’ve come in only about 50 years.

ENTRY Q: What seven characteristics do all living things share? (skip a space) My A: (you attempt complete answer) _________________________ Real A: 25 / 28 MAR Class # 63 LEARNING TARGET: I can create a math equation that will estimate how many stars may be able to support intelligent life that can communicate with us. MRSGREN *see next slide for what they stand for

M OTION R EPRODUCTION S ENSE G ROW R ESPIRATION E XCRETION N UTRITION

HW (due) : 1. Narration Scripts (20pts, next class) 2. 7 Astronomers flashcards (add to set for Test Day) 3. NEW Spiral Notebook - Science ONLY (20pts, 25 / 26 APR) ________________________________ EXIT Q: Even though life elsewhere could be rare, why should there be LOTS of life out there? (skip a space) A: because you start with a VERY VERY VERY HUGE number of stars as possibilities – even with limitations.

ENTRY Q: Briefly describe: (skip a space) My A: (you attempt complete answer) meteor = asteroid = comet =_________________________ Real A: meteor = asteroid = comet = 23 / 24 MAR Class # 62 LEARNING TARGET: I can compare meteors, asteroids and comets and assess the possible dangers of an Earth impact by a space object. “small” space rock (<1km) makes streak of light large space rock (>1km) big “dirty snowball” – sometimes has tail

HW (due) : 1. Space Program group file locked ( FRIDAY! – both B&G) 2. make 7 famous astronomers flashcards (ASAP) 3. NEW Spiral Notebook - Science ONLY (20pts, 25 / 26 APR) ________________________________ EXIT Q: Why can such a small space object cause such a huge amount of damage? (skip a space) A: remember F = m x a ? (small mass x HUGE speed = VERY HUGE FORCE !

ENTRY Q: What actually happens in space that causes the different moon phases? (skip a space) My A: (you attempt complete answer) _________________________ Real A: 17 / 18 MAR Class # 60 LEARNING TARGET: I can distinguish how a small star’s life differs from a large star’s life. depends on where the Moon is in its orbit around Earth that will show only the Sun-lit part to a view from Earth (they are NOT from shadows caused by an eclipse)

ENTRY Q: 1. What is the general motion of galaxies compared to Earth? 2. How did Hubble discover and prove this motion? (skip a space) My A: (you attempt complete answer) 1. 2._________________________ Real A: 21 / 22 MAR Class # 61 LEARNING TARGET: I can sequence Seven Famous Astronomers in time and match them to their major contribution to science. 1. all moving away from each other 2. red shifted (longer wavelength) spectrum measurements

HW (due) : 1. Space Program group file locked (25 MAR – both B&G) 2. make 7 famous astronomers flashcards (ASAP) 3. NEW Spiral Notebook - Science ONLY (20pts, 25 / 26 APR) ________________________________ EXIT Q: What unusual phenomenon in astronomy is Stephen Hawking best known for investigating? (skip a space) A: Black Holes (collapsed super-large stars)

HW (due) : 1. Space Program group file locked (25 MAR – both B&G) ________________________________ EXIT Q: What one characteristic of a star will tell you whether it will die “quietly” or “explosively”? (skip a space) A: How big it is when it is born Small = wimpy “red giant hiccup” (Sun) Big = Supernova explosion !

ENTRY Q: What “simple” equation shows how all the Matter in the Universe could have come from Energy? (skip a space) My A: (you attempt complete answer) _________________________ Real A: 15 / 16 MAR Class # 59 LEARNING TARGET: I can find evidence to support the Big Bang Theory and explain where the Universe came from. E = mc 2 (Energy = mass x speed of light 2 ) What weird thing just happened concerning “day and night”?

HW (due) : 1. Space Program group file locked (25 MAR – both B&G) ________________________________ EXIT Q: Give two (2) clear pieces of evidence supporting the Big Bang Theory. (skip a space) A: 1. Universe is expanding (Doppler Effect red shift) 2. background microwave radiation leftover everywhere

ENTRY Q: How does the Moon effect the Earth? List as many as you think. (skip a space) My A: (you attempt complete answer) etc. _________________________ Real A: 11 / 14 MAR Class # 58 LEARNING TARGET: I can describe three major influences the Moon has on Earth (and the things living on it). tides, animal behavior (others?)

HW (due) : 1. Astronomy Flashcards (30pts, next class) 2. Space Program group file locked (25 MAR – both B&G) ________________________________ EXIT Q: Besides tides, name three other effects the Moon has on Earth. (skip a space) A: 1. animal reproduction cycles 2. slowing down Earth’s rotation 3. protects Earth from impacts

ENTRY Q: Label each of the moon phases (draw pics in Journal too). (skip a space) My A: (you attempt complete answer) _________________________ Real A: 09 / 10 MAR Class # 57 LEARNING TARGET: I can comprehend the Cosmos. 1.New Moon 2. Waxing Crescent 3. First Quarter 4. Waxing Gibbous 5. Full Moon 6. Waning Gibbous 7. Third Quarter 8. Waning Crescent

HW (due) : 1. Astronomy Flashcards (30pts, 15 / 16 MAR) 2. Space Program group file locked (25 MAR – both B&G) ________________________________ EXIT Q: Explain where the Moon, Sun and Earth need to be in order to create: (skip a space) A: Spring tide: Neap tide: Moon and Sun “in line” with Earth Moon perpendicular (to the side) of Earth and Sun

ENTRY Q: From Earth point of view describe how the following would occur (use logic or flashcard studying): (skip a space) My A: (you attempt complete answer) solar eclipse (“Sun covered”) = lunar eclipse (“Moon covered”) = _________________________ Real A: 07 / 08 MAR Class # 56 LEARNING TARGET: I can correctly record what is observed of the 8 moon phases by placing the Earth, Moon and Sun in the correct positions. solar eclipse = Moon covers Sun (Moon casts shadow on the Earth) lunar eclipse = Moon covered with Earth shadow vid clip

HW (due) : 1. Astronomy Flashcards (30pts, 15 / 16 MAR) 2. Space Program group file locked (25 MAR – both B&G) ________________________________ EXIT Q: What three-letter memory trick can help you remember the order of the Moon phases? (skip a space) A: DOC D = 1 st qtr O = full C = waning crescent

ENTRY Q: It is “Winter” now. Write the next three (3) seasons in order. (skip a space) My A: (you attempt complete answer) _________________________ Real A: 03 / 04 MAR Class # 55 LEARNING TARGET: I can create a diagram that explains the two main aspects of Earth and Sun that causes seasons to happen on some parts of Earth. Spring, Summer, Fall

HW (due) : 1. Planet Data HW (20pts, next class) 2. Astronomy Flashcards (30pts, 15 / 16 MAR) ________________________________ EXIT Q: What two things about Earth causes seasons to happen away from the Equator? (skip a space) A: 1. Tilt of the Earth’s axis (direct or indirect sunlight) 2. number of daylight hours

ENTRY Q: 1.The average distance from the sun to Earth is referred to as…. 2. What is a Light Year? (skip a space) My A: (you attempt complete answer) _________________________ Real A: 01 / 02 MAR Class # 54 LEARNING TARGET: I can understand the importance of learning the History of Astronomy. 1. Astronomical Unit 2. distance light travels in one year (a LONG way!) see next slide

Places to visit for Good Research and Updates! Facebook –NASA –Jet Propulsion Lab (JPL) NASA.gov ESA.int global.jaxa.jp

HW (due) : 1. Space Research-completed in group file (30pts, next class) *everybody does every Research Item – name on each Biblio slide) 2. Planet Data HW (20pts, 07 / 08 MAR) 3. Astronomy Flashcards (30pts, 15 / 16 MAR) * Physics Pt B Re-Test After-School Weds, 02 MAR signup on google form HomePage SWIFT ________________________________ EXIT Q: When you get time to work in your project groups, what questions should you ask each other (“student talk”) to be most successful? - Write 4-5 thought out questions (skip a space) A: varies by student (but early due date should be #1!)

ENTRY Q: List HORIZONTALLY the name of our solar system's planets from the Sun outward. (skip a space) My A: (you attempt complete answer) _________________________ Real A: 26 / 29 FEB Class # 53 LEARNING TARGET: I can formulate a scale model of our solar system that will fit on a football field. Mercury, Venus, Earth, Mars, Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, Neptune, (Pluto) * we will learn why Pluto is in parentheses

HW (due) : 1. Space Research -completed in group file (30pts, 03 / 04 MAR) *everybody does every Research Item – name on each Biblio slide) 2. Astronomy Flashcards (30pts, 15 / 16 MAR) * Physics Pt B Re-Test After-School Weds, 02 MAR signup on google form HomePage SWIFT ________________________________ EXIT Q: If our solar system fit on a football field and Pluto is at the other end - where, roughly, would the next nearest star be? (skip a space) A: Montana, Oregon

ENTRY Q: List the seven parts of the E-M Spectrum HORIZONTALLY in order from longest wavelength to shortest wavelength. (skip a space) My A: (you attempt complete answer) _________________________ Real A: 22 / 23 FEB Class # 52 LEARNING TARGET: I can compare / contrast different elements' emission spectra using diffraction grating glasses. TV/radio – microwave – infrared – White Light (visible light) – ultraviolet (UV) – X-ray – gamma ray

HW (due) : 1. Think about goals/people in order to be successful for your next group project (ASAP) ________________________________ EXIT Q: Describe: (skip a space) A: -- Emission Spectrum -- Absorption Spectrum E-M energy given OFF by a light source E-M energy taken AWAY by a light source

ENTRY Q: No Entry Q – Test Day (skip a space) My A: (you attempt complete answer) n/a _________________________ Real A: n/a 11 / 12 FEB Class # 51 LEARNING TARGET: I can use logical test taking strategies to maximize the points earned on the Test.

HW (due) : 1. Astronomy Crossword (10pts, due next class) ________________________________ EXIT Q: If all the crossword words are used, fit and are spelled correctly, what can you start doing right away? (skip a space) A: start making flashcards (Title Card FIRST!)

ENTRY Q: What do you see when you look into a mirror? (skip a space) My A: (you attempt complete answer) _________________________ Real A: 05 / 08 FEB Class # 49 LEARNING TARGET: I can compare and contrast how lens and mirrors change the direction of light rays. your own REFLECTION (mirrors reflect light)

HW (due) : 1. Narration Script HW (20pts, next class) typo on HW 2. Physics Pt B Flashcards (20pts, 11 / 12 FEB) 3. Physics Pt B Test (210pts, 11 / 12 FEB) *this unit goes VERY fast – don’t get behind! ________________________________ EXIT Q: Lenses don’t reflect light, the light… (skip a space) A: REFRACTS (changes direction)

ENTRY Q: Why is a sheep eye being used to learn about the human eye? (skip a space) My A: (you attempt complete answer) _________________________ Real A: 03 / 04 FEB Class # 48 LEARNING TARGET: I can compare and contrast a sheep eye to a human’s through a proper dissection. almost identical (pupil shape is different though)

HW (due) : 1. Elect Group google file locked (100pts, 05 / 08 FEB) 2. Physics Pt B Flashcards (20pts, 11 / 12 FEB) 3. Physics Pt B Test (210pts, 11 / 12 FEB) *this unit goes VERY fast – don’t get behind! ________________________________ EXIT Q: What is the function of the retina? (skip a space) A: receive light energy (and then sends info to brain)

ENTRY Q: How do glasses help people see better? (skip a space) My A: (you attempt complete answer) _________________________ Real A: 01 / 02 FEB Class # 47 LEARNING TARGET: I can describe how the curve of a convex lens affects how it focuses light. light gets focused differently

HW (due) : 1. Electricity Group google Project (100pts, 09/10 FEB) 2. Physics Pt B Flashcards (20pts, 11 / 12 FEB) 3. Physics Pt B Test (210pts, 11 / 12 FEB) *this unit goes VERY fast – don’t get behind! ________________________________ EXIT Q: What does a convex lens with MORE CURVE do to the light rays passing through it? (skip a space) A: focuses them QUICKER

ENTRY Q: What two aspects of posters make them effective? (skip a space) My A: (you attempt complete answer) _________________________ Real A: / 29 JAN Class # 46 LEARNING TARGET: I can evaluate posters focusing on aspects that make them effective information tools. eye catching quick information

HW (due) : 1. Physics Pt B Flashcards (30pts, next class) 2. Electricity Group google Project (09 / 10 FEB) *this unit goes VERY fast – don’t get behind! ________________________________ EXIT Q: How many TIMES louder is a snowmobile (100dB) than a vacuum cleaner (80dB)? (skip a space) A: 100x (10x for each 10dB – so 10x10)

ENTRY Q: Of your five physical senses, which is: (skip a space) My A: (you attempt complete answer) most important = 2 nd most important = _________________________ Real A: most important = 2 nd most important = 25 / 27 JAN Class # 45 LEARNING TARGET: I can describe how the E-M Spectrum is laid out. I can describe how the ear hears sound. sight (83%) hearing (11%)

HW (due) : 1. E-M Poster Parts HW (30pts, due next class) 2. Decibel HW (10pts, due next class) 3. Electricity Group google Project (~2 weeks) ________________________________ EXIT Q: E-M Poster parts need to be brought to class in a… (skip a space) A: clear plastic bag (protect and easy to check HW) and separate GLUE STICK !

ENTRY Q: What part of a wave makes the sound LOUDER? (skip a space) My A: (you attempt complete answer) _________________________ Real A: 21 / 22 JAN Class # 44 LEARNING TARGET: I can read and follow instructions carefully on an MSP-like practice assessment. amplitude (amplifier – get it?)

HW (due) : 1. E-M Poster Parts HW (30pts, due 28 / 29 JAN) 2. Electricity Group google Project (~2 weeks) 3. check for MISSING coded items (ASAP) ________________________________ EXIT Q: Why do you need to have your Poster Parts already made AND CUT OUT before arriving on due date? (skip a space) A: Only enough time to glue them onto poster – NOT also cut them out!

ENTRY Q: What is the formula for speed ? (skip a space) My A: (you attempt complete answer) _________________________ Real A: 19 / 20 JAN Class # 43 LEARNING TARGET: I can accurately measure the speed of sound outside of TJH. S = distance time (remember: speedometer = miles/hr or MPH)

HW (due) : 1. Wave HW (10pts, next class) 2. get group Electricity project work organized (ASAP) 3. check for MISSING coded items (ASAP) ________________________________ EXIT Q: Why do we need to know how wave drawings are put together ? (skip a space) A: they show us info about invisible energy

ENTRY Q: Test Day – No Entry Q (skip a space) My A: (you attempt complete answer) n/a _________________________ Real A: n/a 14 / 15 JAN Class # 42 LEARNING TARGET: I can use logical test taking strategies to maximize my points on multiple choice test.

HW (due) : 1. Physics Part B Crossword (10pts, next class) 2. WEAR WARM CLOTHES (next class) ________________________________ EXIT Q: Why do you think you need to wear warm clothes next class? (skip a space) A: we are going outside of course! DON’T FORGET !!

ENTRY Q: What two things go into Step 3: Experiment of a lab write-up? (skip a space) My A: (you attempt complete answer) _________________________ Real A: / 13 JAN Class # 41 LEARNING TARGET: I can follow a rubric to grade another student’s Lab Write-Up accurately. Materials List Procedure (listed 3 variables + #d instructions)

HW (due) : 1. Physics Part A Test (150pts, next class) 2. Physics Part A Flashcards (10pts, Test Day) ________________________________ EXIT Q: What should one person’s Bibliography slide look like? (skip a space) A: five hyperlinks EACH link having: author, date, title if it can be found example: (John Smith, date unknown, Visiting Saturn)

ENTRY Q: Why is there no such thing as a “perpetual” (forever) motion machine on Earth (see demo machine in front of class) (skip a space) My A: (you attempt complete answer) _________________________ Real A: 08 / 11 JAN Class # 40 LEARNING TARGET: I can explain what a Force arrow in Physics is describing in a system of motion. because Earth’s gravity (and usually atmosphere) will always cause friction

HW (due) : 1. MT Car Lab Write-Up Steps 1- 5 (46pts, next class) 3. MT Car 3 Sketches (40pts, next class) 4. Physics Part A Test (150pts, 14 / 15 JAN) 5. Physics Part A Flashcards (30pts, Test Day) *if Journal not graded in class #35, grade for 92pts and turn in to teacher ASAP ________________________________ EXIT Q: What does a larger Force arrow tell you? (skip a space) A: larger Force (AND of course direction of the Force)

ENTRY Q: How far does your mousetrap car have to go to get: (skip a space) My A: (you attempt complete answer) passing = full credit = _________________________ Real A: passing = full credit = 06 / 07 JAN Class # 39 LEARNING TARGET: I can collect two pieces of accurate data from my mousetrap car to use in my Lab Write-Up. 1m (60%) 5m (100%) *any further are Bonus Pts

HW (due) : 1. Forces HW (10pts, next class) 2. MT Car Lab Write-Up Steps 1- 5 (46pts, 12 / 13 JAN) 3. MT Car 3 Sketches (40pts, 12 / 13 JAN) 4. Physics Part A Test (150pts, 14 / 15 JAN) 5. Physics Part A Flashcards (30pts, Test Day) *if Journal not graded in class #35, grade for 92pts and turn in to teacher ASAP ________________________________ EXIT Q: What documents will help you finish the Lab Write-Up? (skip a space) A: Lab W/U Rubric and Lab W/U & Sketches Requirements PPT

ENTRY Q: How could you determine the Force an object has? (skip a space) My A: (you attempt complete answer) _________________________ Real A: 04 / 05 JAN Class # 38 LEARNING TARGET: I can describe how Newton’s Three Laws of Motion are working in different situations. figure out its mass (stuff) and how fast it’s moving (acceleration) F = m x a (2 nd Law)

HW (due) : 1. MT Car (120pts, next class) 2. MT Car Lab W/U Steps 1-3 (10pts, next class) *if Journal not graded in class #35, grade for 92pts and turn in to teacher ASAP ________________________________ EXIT Q: What does Newton’s 3 rd Law state? (skip a space) A: every action has an EQUAL and OPPOSITE reaction

ENTRY Q: Why will a graph of an accelerating object show a curve and not a simple straight line? (skip a space) My A: (you attempt complete answer) _________________________ Real A: Class # / 18 DEC LEARNING TARGET: I can prove that Newton’s Three Laws are working all around me in everyday life. Newton’s 1 st Law: an object’s inertia (resisting change in motion) does not allow instant speed changes – straight line is “steady speed”

HW (due) : 1. MT Car ( 120pts, 06 / 07 JAN - 2 nd class back from break) 2. MT Car Lab W/U Steps 1-3 (10pts, 06 / 07 JAN) *if Journal not graded in class #35, grade for 92pts and turn in to teacher ASAP ________________________________ EXIT Q: Why could you not instantly be doing a new faster or slower speed (had curves in motion graph)? (skip a space) A: inertia (Newton’s 1 st Law) – objects resist changing their current motion

ENTRY Q: What is the formula for Speed? (think about the units used on a common measuring device used for speed) (skip a space) My A: (you attempt complete answer) _________________________ Real A: Class # / 16 DEC LEARNING TARGET: I can interpret what a motion graph is showing about my body’s motion near a motion sensor. d (distance) S = -----think: (miles/hour) t (time)

HW (due) : 1. Motion Lab HW (20pts, due next class) 2. MT Car ( 120pts, 06 / 07 JAN - 2 nd class back from break) 3. MT Car Lab W/U Steps 1-3 (10pts, 06 / 07 JAN) *if Journal not graded in class #35, grade for 92pts and turn in to teacher ASAP ________________________________ EXIT Q: Why could you not instantly be doing a new faster or slower speed (had curves in motion graph)? (skip a space) A: inertia (Newton’s 1 st Law) – objects resist changing their current motion

ENTRY Q: What document(s) will help me create my own Lab Write-Up from scratch start to finish for the Mousetrap Car? (Step 1: Question given on Project HW paper) (skip a space) My A: (you attempt complete answer) _________________________ Real A: Class # / 14 DEC LEARNING TARGET: I can identify aspects of mousetrap car Lab Write-Up and Sketches that are being graded. Lab Write-Up Rubric HO and Lab Write-Up Format PPT

HW (due) : 1. MT Car ( 120pts, 06 / 07 JAN - 2 nd class back from break) *if Journal not graded in class #35, grade for 92pts and turn in to teacher ASAP ________________________________ EXIT Q: Why should your car be built, tested and running reliably ASAP (especially if you are going away for break)? (skip a space) A: to avoid holiday “crunch” crisis!

ENTRY Q: What force will gradually slow down a roller coaster until it cannot make it over a hill or come to a stop? (skip a space) My A: (you attempt complete answer) _________________________ Real A: Class # / 10 DEC LEARNING TARGET: I can identify where energy is converted from Potential to Kinetic energy in a roller-coaster. friction (mechanical and air friction)

HW (due) : 1. MT Car ( 120pts, 06 / 07 JAN - 2 nd class back from break) ________________________________ EXIT Q: Where on a typical roller coaster is the most: (skip a space) A: Potential Energy = Kinetic Energy = top of FIRST hill bottom of FIRST hill

ENTRY Q: Explain where levers would be found in a frog. (skip a space) My A: (you attempt complete answer) _________________________ Real A: Class # / 08 DEC LEARNING TARGET: I can dissect a frog properly and compare and contrast its body parts/systems with mine. legs, arms and neck – just like humans!

HW (due) : 1. Potential and Kinetic Energy HW (10pts, due next class) 2. work on MT Car ( 120pts, week we come back from break) ________________________________ EXIT Q: What overall “takeaway” were you supposed to get from dissecting the frog (i.e. why did we do it?) (skip a space) A: adult frogs are very similar to humans in how their body is put together and works

ENTRY Q: List three common everyday pendulums: (skip a space) My A: (you attempt complete answer) _________________________ Real A: Class # / 04 DEC LEARNING TARGET: I can determine what aspect(s) of a pendulum changes its swing rate. 1. grandfather/cuckoo clock 2. swing 3. wrecking ball

HW (due) : 1. Physics Part A Flashcards (30pts, next class) 2. work on MT Car ( 120pts, week we come back from break) ________________________________ EXIT Q: What is the ONLY aspect of a pendulum that will change its rate of swing? (skip a space) A: length of the arm (mass nor release point do NOT matter)

ENTRY Q: How would using a single pulley at a water well benefit you? (skip a space) My A: (you attempt complete answer) _________________________ Real A: Class # / 02 DEC LEARNING TARGET: I can calculate Mechanical Advantage of a pulley system (Block and Tackle). by changing the direction of force downward, gravity is now helping you, not working against you (like pulling the rope directly up)

HW (due) : 1.Physics Part A Flashcards (30pts, 07 / 08 DEC) * Chem Pt B Re-Test (Thu, 03 DEC) – signup HomePage SWIFT ________________________________ EXIT Q: How do you calculate Mechanical Advantage of a Block and Tackle? (skip a space) A: count # of MOVING pulleys

ENTRY Q: Describe what friction is and how it affects moving objects. (skip a space) My A: (you attempt complete answer) _________________________ Real A: Class # / 30 NOV LEARNING TARGET: I can describe how friction influences a system of energy conversion. friction is a resistance force (usually from things rubbing together) and keeps objects from moving freely

HW (due) : 1.Physics Part A Flashcards (30pts, 07 / 08 DEC) * Chem Pt B Re-Test (Thu, 03 DEC) – signup HomePage SWIFT ________________________________ EXIT Q: What form of energy is usually created when friction happens? (skip a space) A: thermal (heat)

ENTRY Q: List the six Simple Machines: (skip a space) My A: (you attempt complete answer) etc. _________________________ Real A: Class # / 24 NOV LEARNING TARGET: I can understand how balanced forces are created on a 1 st Class lever. 1. inclined plane (ramp)4. wheel and axle 2. wedge5. pulley 3. screw6. lever (1 st, 2 nd and 3 rd Class)

HW (due) : 1. Physics Part A Flashcards (30pts, 07 / 08 DEC) ________________________________ EXIT Q: What 3 letter memory trick/word helps remember what Class levers would be? (skip a space) A: FRE (“free”) Fulcrum Resistance Effort

ENTRY Q: Define a “Simple Machine”: (skip a space) My A: (you attempt complete answer) _________________________ Real A: Class # / 20 NOV LEARNING TARGET: I can find patterns in Simple Machines Mechanical Advantage formulas. device that makes work easier by changing the speed, direction or amount of force

HW (due) : 1. Physics Part A Crossword (10pts, next class) 2. check for MISSING items on Skyward (ASAP) ________________________________ EXIT Q: How do Simple Machines help us? (skip a space) A: they require LESS Effort Force to do the SAME amount of Work

ENTRY Q: What are the ONLY three Manipulated Variable choices for your Mousetrap Car? (skip a space) My A: (you attempt complete answer) _________________________ Real A: Class # / 18 NOV LEARNING TARGET: I can find evidence in my learning to choose the correct answer on my Chem Pt B Test. length of lever arm diameter of DRIVE wheel diameter of DRIVE axle

HW (due) : 1. more specific research on Mousetrap Car (ASAP) 2. check for MISSING items on Skyward (ASAP) ________________________________ EXIT Q: Why should you choose your Manipulated Variable for the Mousetrap Car ASAP? (skip a space) A: will help you know what materials to start gathering

ENTRY Q: If absent on Test Day, why should you your teacher THAT DAY INCLUDING a possible makeup date (after-school). (skip a space) My A: (you attempt complete answer) _________________________ Real A: Class # / 16 NOV LEARNING TARGET: I can analyze the results of the Doghouse Assessment scoring to improve in the future. show you care (especially about BIG point items) only one week to do makeups (0 after that)

HW (due) : 1. Chem Pt B flashcards + 11 chemicals (20pts, Test Day) 2. Chem Pt B Test (210pts, 17 / 18 NOV) 3. generalized Mousetrap Car research (when time) ________________________________ EXIT Q: Why is it helpful to do generalized research about mousetrap cars? (skip a space) A: to find out how they work (focusing on simple machines making it move)

ENTRY Q: Why should your group have created its own due dates at least a couple days before the actual due date? (skip a space) My A: (you attempt complete answer) _________________________ Real A: Class # / 12 NOV LEARNING TARGET: I can connect one general description of each presentation to each of 10 chemical names. to avoid last minute confusion and poor work being done in a rush

HW (due) : 1. Chem Pt B flashcards + 11 chemicals (20pts, Test Day) 2. Chem Pt B Test (210pts, 17 / 18 NOV) ________________________________ EXIT Q: What two basic resources will help you review for test? (skip a space) A: 1. Test Topics HO 2. Jeopardy Review PPT

ENTRY Q: How do worms get their nutrients/energy to live? (skip a space) My A: (you attempt complete answer) _________________________ Real A: Class # / 09 NOV LEARNING TARGET: I can conduct a CONTROLLED dissection of a worm following instructions on a PPT. they CONSUME dirt (they are NOT a decomposer)

HW (due) : 1. Narration Script (20pts, next class) 2. Group Presentation File locked After-School (09 / 10 NOV) *self-grade Glue Lab Steps 1-5 using Grading PPT if not done in class **if absent - arrange Doghouse makeup with teacher ASAP ________________________________ EXIT Q: How are worm digestive systems similar to humans? (skip a space) A: they have a mouth, esophagus and intestine (crop/gizzard instead of stomach)

ENTRY Q: Write balanced chemical reaction equations for: (skip a space) My A: (you attempt complete answer) Photosynthesis Cellular Respiration _________________________ Real A: P.S. C.R. Class # / 05 NOV LEARNING TARGET: I can conduct a chemical lab safely following instructions and safety rules. 6H 2 O + 6CO 2 ---(sun + chlorophyll)  C 6 H 12 O 6 + 6O 2 C 6 H 12 O 6 + 6O 2 ---(enzymes)  6CO 2 + 6H 2 O + energy

HW (due) : 1. Group Presentation File locked After-School (09 / 10 NOV) *self-grade Glue Lab Steps 1-5 using Grading PPT if not done in class **if absent - arrange Doghouse makeup with teacher ASAP ________________________________ EXIT Q: Positive flame test results for the three gases are: (skip a space) A: CO 2 = H 2 = O 2 = goes out quickly pops (explodes) burns brighter/faster

ENTRY Q: List the 3 raw “materials” a plant needs to make sugar doing photosynthesis. (skip a space) My A: (you attempt complete answer) _________________________ Real A: Class # / 03 NOV LEARNING TARGET: I can construct a glucose molecule from other molecules a plants uses in photosynthesis. sunlight water (H 2 O) carbon dioxide (CO 2 )

HW (due) : 1. Group Presentation File locked After-School (09 / 10 NOV) *self-grade Glue Lab Steps 1-5 using Grading PPT if not done in class **if absent - arrange Doghouse makeup with teacher ASAP ________________________________ EXIT Q: Why is photosynthesis probably the MOST important chemical reaction on planet Earth? (skip a space) A: converts “temporary” light energy into long-term stored chemical energy

ENTRY Q: Why should your group be doing more research on how to choose a good Responding Variable for your project’s experiment? (skip a space) My A: (you attempt complete answer) _________________________ Real A: Class # / 30 OCT LEARNING TARGET: I can carefully read and follow instructions on a practice assessment. because you need to know how your data COULD be clearly measured concerning your chemical’s effects (i.e: tell your “robot” HOW to measure it)

HW (due) : 1. Project Storyboards HW (20pts, next class) 2. Chem Pt B Flashcards (30pts, next class) *self-grade Glue Lab Steps 1-5 using Grading PPT if not done in class **if absent - arrange Doghouse makeup with teacher ASAP ________________________________ EXIT Q: Why does your group need to know exactly what they are responsible for in the project ASAP? (skip a space) A: to be able to do good Storyboard HW slides

ENTRY Q: Name the following chemicals: (skip a space) My A: (you attempt complete answer) CO 2 = CH 4 = C 3 H 8 = _________________________ Real A: CO 2 = CH 4 = C 3 H 8 = Class # / 28 OCT LEARNING TARGET: I can fairly distribute project work among my group. carbon dioxide methane propane

HW (due) : 1. Project Storyboards HW (20pts, due 02 / 03 NOV) 2. Chem Pt B Flashcards (30pts, 02 / 03 NOV) *self-grade Glue Lab Steps 1-5 using Grading PPT if not done in class ________________________________ EXIT Q: Why do we sketch out storyboards by hand before making presentation slides online? (skip a space) A: more thoughtful visualization/layout of slides (i.e. makes MUCH better slides!)

ENTRY Q: In what person’s situation should you imagine yourself while grading another student’s Lab Write-Up? (skip a space) My A: (you attempt complete answer) _________________________ Real A: Class # / 26 OCT LEARNING TARGET: I can evaluate a Lab Write-Up accurately using a rubric. State Test Grader (you want to make it easy for them!)

HW (due) : 1. Chem Pt B Flashcards (30pts, 02 / 03 NOV) ________________________________ EXIT Q: What role do alkanes play in our daily lives? (skip a space) A: MAJOR chemical energy source!!

ENTRY Q: What do AC and DC stand for in electricity? (skip a space) My A: (you attempt complete answer) _________________________ Real A: Class # / 22 OCT LEARNING TARGET: I can create a chemical battery and measure volts of different materials used. I can set up a complete circuit to test different materials’ conductivity. AC = Alternating Current (changes direction) DC = Direct Current (one direction only)

HW (due) : 1. Glue Write-Up Steps 1-5 complete (46pts, 23 / 26 OCT) 2. Chem Pt B Flashcards (30pts, 02 / 03 NOV) *google Re-Test sign-up form on 8 Sci HomePage MUST BE DONE BY 11:59pm Wed, 21 OCT ________________________________ EXIT Q: What is electrical “resistance”? (skip a space) A: a material slowing down electricity movement (electrical “friction”)

ENTRY Q: Why are multiple trials required in an experiment? (skip a space) My A: (you attempt complete answer) _________________________ Real A: Class # / 20 OCT LEARNING TARGET: I can collect accurate data by following the Procedure for Breaking Glue. averages are MUCH better data for comparisons Multiple Choice Strategies and filling out computer forms

HW (due) : 1. Glue Write-Up Steps 1-5 complete (46pts, due 23 / 26 OCT) 2. Chem Pt A Test After-School Re-Test (Thu, 22 OCT) 3. Chem Pt B Flashcards (30pts, 29 / 30 OCT) *google Re-Test sign-up form on 8 Sci HomePage MUST BE DONE BY 11:59pm Wed *DO NOT start making project presentation slides – no group file yet ________________________________ EXIT Q: When you Evaluate/Critique an experiment, what are you looking for? (skip a space) A: anything causing bad data (similar to Controlled Variables)

ENTRY Q: What are the two parts of a Lab Write-Up’s Step 3: EXPERIMENT? (skip a space) My A: (you attempt complete answer) _________________________ Real A: Class # / 15 OCT LEARNING TARGET: I can follow a Procedure VERY carefully to make glue from milk. Materials List Procedure

HW (due) : 1. Glue Write-Up Steps 1-3 (10pts, due next class) 2. Chemical Project Research (30pts, 19 / 20 OCT) 3. Chem Pt A Test After-School Re-Test (Thu, 22 OCT) *google Re-Test sign-up form on 8 Sci HomePage *arrange makeup missed test with teacher ASAP ________________________________ EXIT Q: Why was only ONE ingredient in the glue formula changed? (skip a space) A: to avoid confusion about what made it better/worse

ENTRY Q: List three common acids in your everyday life: (skip a space) My A: (you attempt complete answer) _________________________ Real A: Class # / 13 OCT LEARNING TARGET: I can follow the Procedure for a lab and make accurate observations. citrus (orange/lemon) soda pop vinegar

HW (due) : 1. Chem Pt B Crossword (10pts, next class) 2. Chemical Project Research (30pts, 19 / 20 OCT) 3. Chem Pt A Test After-School Re-Test (Tue, 20 OCT) *google Re-Test sign-up form on 8 Sci HomePage *arrange makeup missed test with teacher ASAP ________________________________ EXIT Q: How did you make an acid “safe”? (skip a space) A: added base until it had neutral pH

ENTRY Q: No Entry Q – TEST DAY (skip a space) My A: (you attempt complete answer) n/a _________________________ Real A: n/a Class # / 09 OCT LEARNING TARGET: I can carefully read the first Science Test and pick ONE logical best answer.

HW (due) : 1. organize project group of three – maybe four (next class) 2. Chem Pt A Test After-School Re-Test (Tue, 20 OCT) ** if not done, grade Journals 1-11 for x/44pts ASAP and give to teacher *arrange makeup missed test with teacher ASAP ________________________________ EXIT Q: What are the two requirements for a Re-Test? (skip a space) A: 1. sign up on google form 2. you accept 2 nd score (even if it’s lower than 1 st one)

ENTRY Q: How would a 1-5 (5 highest) rating scale work? (skip a space) My A: (you attempt complete answer) 5 = 4 = etc _________________________ Real A: Class # / 07 OCT LEARNING TARGET: I can evaluate others’ Element presentations fairly and accurately. 5 = excellent 4 = good 3 = OK 2 = poor 1 = terrible

HW (due) : 1. Chem Part A Test (150pts, next class) 2. Chem Pt A Flashcards (10pts, Test Day) ** if not done, grade Journals 1-11 for x/44pts ASAP and give to teacher ________________________________ EXIT Q: What single thing allowed someone to present well? (skip a space) A: they KNEW what they were talking about (teaching us) !!!

ENTRY Q: How many atoms of each element in 3Ca(CO 2 ) 4 (skip a space) My A: (you attempt complete answer) Ca = C = O = _________________________ Real A: Class # / 05 OCT LEARNING TARGET: I can use a rubric to accurately grade another student’s work. Ca = 3 C = 12 O = 24

HW (due) : 1. Element Presentation file done + present (100pts, next class) 2. Chem Part A Test (150pts, 08 / 09 OCT) 3. Chem Pt A Flashcards (10pts, Test Day) ________________________________ EXIT Q: After each numbered (listed) HW assignment, what is needed? (skip a space) A: a DUE DATE in parentheses Example: 1. Chem Crossword (next class) 2. Physics Worksheet (08 AUG)

ENTRY Q: Two or more atoms go together to make a… (skip a space) My A: (you attempt complete answer) _________________________ Real A: Class # SEP / 01 OCT LEARNING TARGET: I can determine how many atoms of each element are in a chemical formula. molecule

HW (due) : 1. Chemical Formulas HW (10pts, due next class) 2. Element Presentation file done + present (100pts, 06 / 07 OCT) 3. Chem Part A Test (150pts, 08 / 09 OCT) 4. Chem Pt A Flashcards (10pts, TEST DAY) ________________________________ EXIT Q: How many of each atom in 4Na(SO 3 ) 2 (skip a space) A: Na = 4 S = 8 O = 24

ENTRY Q: Why was electricity needed to do hydrolysis? (skip a space) My A: (you attempt complete answer) _________________________ Real A: Class # / 29 SEP LEARNING TARGET: I can interpret the Periodic Table and explain why elements are grouped together. to break the bonds holding hydrogen to oxygen to make water (H 2 O) – creating hydrogen gas (H 2 ) and oxygen gas (O 2 )

HW (due) : 1. Element Presentation file done (100pts, 06 / 07 OCT) ________________________________ EXIT Q: What does it mean for an element to be in Group 8? (usually on the far right side with Helium at top) (skip a space) A: Helium group (usually #8) is inert – does not react with other elements

ENTRY Q: Explain what the formula “H 2 O” means. (skip a space) My A: (you attempt complete answer) _________________________ Real A: Class # 9 24 / 25 SEP LEARNING TARGET: I can write a proper Conclusion using data collected from an experiment. two hydrogen atoms bonded to one oxygen atom

HW (due) : 1. continue Element project work (ASAP) 2. Chem Pt A Flashcards (30pts, next class) ________________________________ EXIT Q: What is the purpose of a Conclusion? (skip a space) A: explain how the data supports (or doesn’t support) the Hypothesis

ENTRY Q: Why is it important to know how to make the teacher the owner of student work that is a google doc? (skip a space) My A: (you attempt complete answer) _________________________ Real A: Class # 8 22 / 23 SEP LEARNING TARGET: I can create a google slide document, share it with others and make the teacher the owner. they can control and see what is happening with that file

HW (due) : 1. start my Element research/slide work (ASAP) 2. check Skyward grades (ASAP – should be every couple days) 3. Chem Pt A Flashcards (30pts, due 28 / 29 SEP) ________________________________ EXIT Q: What is the SINGLE most important idea on your mind when doing science experiments? (skip a space) A: SAFETY !!!!!!

ENTRY Q: What do you think a “Physical Property” of an object may be? (skip a space) My A: (you attempt complete answer) _________________________ Real A: Class # 7 18 / 21 SEP LEARNING TARGET: I can describe the difference between Physical and Chemical Properties + Changes. something your senses can use to help identify an object

HW (due) : 1. Physical and Chemical P+C HW (10pts, next class) 2. consider total of 3 members for “group” project (ASAP) 3. Chem Pt A Flashcards (30pts, due 28 / 29 SEP) ________________________________ EXIT Q: How do you know if a Chemical Change has happened? (skip a space) A: a NEW chemical has been created

ENTRY Q: How would you describe “heat” to a kindergartner? (skip a space) My A: (you attempt complete answer here) _________________________ Real A: Class # 6 16 / 17 SEP LEARNING TARGET: I can explain the three ways that heat energy travels from one place to another. energy that makes things “hotter” (higher temperature)

HW (due) : 1. consider total of 3 group members for “group” project (ASAP) 2. Chem Pt A Flashcards (30pts, due 28 / 29 SEP) ________________________________ EXIT Q: List (and describe) three ways heat moves around: (skip a space) A: 1. conduction (touching) 2. convection (hot rising – cool falling) 3. radiation (no particles needed – like in space) *make flashcards for these – not on crossword puzzle

ENTRY Q: What causes water to change from ice to liquid to steam? (skip a space) My A: (you attempt complete answer here) _________________________ Real A: Class # 5 14 / 15 SEP LEARNING TARGET: I can distinguish patterns between the three common phases (states) of matter. adding heat energy

HW (due) : 1. Chemistry Part A Crossword HW (10pts, due next class) 2. Chem Pt A Flashcards (30pts, due 28 / 29 SEP) * if not done, get one 100 sheet Comp Book, Flashdrive and index cards ASAP ________________________________ EXIT Q: What is very strange about liquid water’s density when it freezes? (skip a space) A: particles farther apart instead of closer together

ENTRY Q: Where are two places you should put a “Downloaded as…PPT” version of your presentation as backup? (skip a space) My A: (you attempt complete answer here) _________________________ Real A: Class # 4 10 / 11 SEP LEARNING TARGET: I can let my class know some interesting things about me in a PPT presentation. flashdrive your student document folder at school (test drive)

HW (due) : 1. 8 th Science Work Habits C4U HW (20pts, due next class) * if not done, get one 100 sheet Comp Book, Flashdrive and index cards ASAP ________________________________ EXIT Q: What is the single best thing you can do to make an impressive presentation? (skip a space) A: practice/rehearse ahead of time (check timing too)

ENTRY Q: Two reasons why you should do small HW (<41pts): (skip a space) My A: (you attempt complete answer here) _________________________ Real A: Class # 3 08 / 09 SEP LEARNING TARGET: I can develop an easily testable Hypothesis if given a Problem or Question. avoid “snowball” / piled up work small HW not accepted late * 3. HW points are easy and help grade a LOT!

HW (due) : 1. All About Me PPT HW (45pts, due next class) * if not done, get one 100 sheet Comp Book, Flashdrive and index cards ASAP ________________________________ EXIT Q: College diplomas earn about how many times a H.S. diploma? (skip a space) A: about 2x (or even more)

ENTRY Q: Is the student and teacher symbiosis relationship: parasitism, mutualism or commensalism - and why? (skip a space) My A: (you attempt complete answer here) _________________________ Real A: Class # 2 03 / 04 SEP LEARNING TARGET: I understand and can follow the correct format for completing my science journal. mutualism – because we both benefit helping each other do our “jobs”

HW (due) : 1. All About Me HW (10pts, due next class) 2. All About Me PPT HW (45pts, due 10 / 11 SEP) * if not done, get one 100 sheet Comp Book, Flashdrive and index cards ASAP ________________________________ EXIT Q: Why should you “download as… PPT” to a flashdrive EVEN if you are using GoTahoma/google.docs? (skip a space) A: BACKUP YOUR WORK !!

ENTRY Q: none – First Day – no Journal required yet (skip a space) My A: n/a _________________________ Real A: n/a Class # 1 01 / 02 SEP LEARNING TARGET: Understanding and demonstrating proper computer use.

HW (due) : sheet Comp Book JUST for Science (20pts, due next class) ________________________________ EXIT Q: none – Journal not required yet (skip a space) A: n/a