Do Now Please take 2 minutes to answer these questions: Objectives Groups Specimens Reading Outside Closing Do Now Please take 2 minutes to answer these questions: Why do we study science? How do we apply science?

Objectives By the end of today’s class you will be able to: Do Now Objectives Groups Specimens Reading Outside Closing Objectives By the end of today’s class you will be able to: Describe observations of specimens and make inferences about them Complete handout including photos of 6 different species Differentiate Objective and Subjective statements

Working groups You will work with a partner Do Now Objectives Groups Specimens Reading Outside Closing Working groups You will work with a partner You have to make sure you have a way to take a photo Be prepared to participate in your activities

Find 3 different “kinds” of animals Find 3 different species of plants Do Now Objectives Groups Specimens Reading Outside Closing Find 3 different “kinds” of animals Find 3 different species of plants BONUS: At least 1 kind of living organism that is not an animal/plant Take a picture/selfie with your organisms. Write down relevant information about your observations (e.g. location, behaviors, etc.) Look up information about each organism and create a way to present this information

Biological observations Do Now Objectives Groups Specimens Reading Outside Closing Biological observations Please make careful observations Make inferences based on your observation (data) Fill out the observation guide

Step 1. Make observations Do Now Objectives Groups Specimens Reading Outside Closing Step 1. Make observations The first step in the Scientific Method is to make objective observations. These observations should be objective, not subjective. In other words, the observations should be capable of verification by other scientists. Subjective observations (personal opinions and beliefs) are not in the realm of science. Objective : It is 60 °F in this room vs. Subjective : It is cool in this room.

Going Outside The study of LIFE! Do Now Objectives Groups Specimens Reading Outside Closing Going Outside The study of LIFE! Let’s go see how much life is around us Review your answers with a partner

Closing/Homework Do Now Objectives Groups Specimens Reading Outside Can you do this now? Describe observations of specimens and make inferences about them Complete a reading guide for the introduction of biology Take part in a scientific discussion Homework: binders with paper and parent survey!