1. Qrt 1 Week 1 and 2 CoI SEASONS

2. Copy the Science Mission Statement on your own paper. The purpose of Denton Middle School Science department is to learn that knowledge is power and is the key to my success.

3. Essential Question: What school behaviors are to be exhibited before, during, and after class? Essential Vocabulary: Rule Procedure

4. Teacher uses displays to teach students about procedures in the classroom. BEFORE DURING AFTER

5. Getting to know you activity: Student name tags with 3 facts Turn and talk in order to get to know peers. Introduce your partner and something you learned about him/her.

6. Complete graphic organizer for class procedures. Day 1 expectations assessment.

7.  What is your favorite and least favorite rule at school? Why?

8. Think of one rule that you have to follow, either in school or in another part of your life. In complete sentences, describe the rule. Tell why you think there is a need for that rule. At LEAST 3 SENTENCES!!

9. Copy and complete the following questions. 1. True / False: I am allowed to sharpen my pencil at any time as long as I am quiet. 2. When should I throw away trash? 3. True / False: It is a school rule to Keep your hands to yourself. 4. How many passes does Mrs. Johnston give each quarter?

10. Copy and complete each question. 1. How many restroom passes does Mrs. Johnston give per quarter? 2. True/ False : You may come in 6 th period any time you want with out a pass. 3. True/ False: Mrs. Johnston allows her students to walk around during class.

11. Copy the question and answer! What is your favorite season and why?

12. Teacher introduces Reason for the Seasons PPT

13.  Areas near the _________ have summer all year long since they get 12 hours of sunlight everyday.

14.  Areas near the equator have summer all year long since they get 12 hours of sunlight everyday.

15. At what degree does the Earth tilt on its axis?

16. 23.5 Degrees

17. Review season notes

18. Compare and contrast seasons

19. Seasons Acrostic Poem HOMEWORK: STUDY Notes for Seasons quiz

20. What is the first day of spring called? What is the first day of summer called?

21. What is the first day of spring called? Vernal/Spring Equinox What is the first day of summer called? Summer Solstice

22. Essential Question: What causes seasons? Direct Instruction: Review Seasons Notes/PPT Guided Practice: Answer questions about seasons using communicators Independent Practice: 1. Seasons Quiz 2. Complete your Acrostic poem