1. Test Your Observation Skills
You will have 1 minutes to study the picture.
I will then ask you a series of questions to answer on your paper.

2. Take a good look at this picture

3. Question 1
Are there cars parked on the sides of the road?

4. Question 2
What color is the pickup truck driving in the road?

5. Question 3
Are there any minivans?

6. Question 4
What does the blue sign say?

7. Question 5
What is the speed limit?

8. Question 6
Are there any pedestrians on the road?

10. Answers
Yes
Blue
Yard sale
35 mph No

11. Observation Activity #2
Get in groups of 3.
Two people will be the observers and the other the investigator.
The observers will look at the picture for 1 minute (the investigator will turn away from the board)
After 1 minute, the investigator can begin questioning the observers. The investigator should question each observer.
Then the investigator will attempt to reconstruct the scene based on the “eyewitness testimony”

13. Sample Questions How many cars were in the intersection?
Can you describe at least one of the cars driving through the intersection?
Are there any other potential witnesses?
If yes, what was this witness doing? Where was he or she?
What was the speed limit?
Is there anything else around the intersection?
Are there any parked cars?

15. Science and Engineering Practices

16. Connect-the Dot Game Draw nine dots on your paper as shown
Link up the nine dots using only 4 straight lines, and without lifting your pencil from the paper
You will have 3 minutes
If you solve the problem do not show others how you completed the puzzle.
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17. Asking Questions and Defining Problems A practice of science is to ask and refine questions that lead to descriptions and explanations of how the natural and designed world works and which can be empirically tested. Developing and Using Models A practice of both science and engineering is to use and construct models as helpful tools for representing ideas and explanations. These tools include diagrams, drawings, physical replicas, mathematical representations, analogies, and computer simulations. Planning and Carrying Out Investigations Scientists and engineers plan and carry out investigations in the field or laboratory, working collaboratively as well as individually. Their investigations are systematic and require clarifying what counts as data and identifying variables or parameters. Analyzing and Interpreting Data Scientific investigations produce data that must be analyzed in order to derive meaning. Because data patterns and trends are not always obvious, scientists use a range of tools— including tabulation, graphical interpretation, visualization, and statistical analysis—to identify the significant features and patterns in the data. Scientists identify sources of error in the investigations and calculate the degree of certainty in the results. Modern technology makes the collection of large data sets much easier, providing secondary sources for analysis.

18. Using Mathematics and Computational Thinking In both science and engineering, mathematics and computation are fundamental tools for representing physical variables and their relationships. They are used for a range of tasks such as constructing simulations; statistically analyzing data; and recognizing, expressing, and applying quantitative relationships. Constructing Explanations and Designing Solutions The products of science are explanations and the products of engineering are solutions. Engaging in Argument from Evidence Argumentation is the process by which explanations and solutions are reached. Obtaining, Evaluating, and Communicating Information Scientists and engineers must be able to communicate clearly and persuasively the ideas and methods they generate. Critiquing and communicating ideas individually and in groups is a critical professional activity.

19. INSTRUCTIONS: The following are everyday expressions we often hear
INSTRUCTIONS: The following are everyday expressions we often hear. Not all of these observations are accurate. Do you think they can be scientifically tested or not.
1. You can’t teach old an dog a new trick.
2. You can catch more flies with honey than with vinegar.
3. It’s always darkest before dawn.
4. You can’t fight city hall.
5. A watched pot never boils.
6. You can catch a bird by putting salt in its tail.
7. There is always calm before a storm.
8. A rolling stone gathers no moss.
9. You reap only what you sow.
10. A black cat always brings bad luck.

20. Read the following sentences carefully
Read the following sentences carefully. Identify if the sentence is an observation (O), an inference (I) or a prediction (P). Record your answer on the line to the left of the sentence.
1._____  It must have rained because the grass is wet.
2._____  It is 95 degrees today.
3._____  Today is Friday, so I think we will have fish sticks in the cafeteria for lunch.
4._____  The fish swim to the top of the aquarium when I come near.
5._____  The fish expect food when I come near the aquarium.
6._____  The river is flowing very fast.
7._____  The blowing sand in the desert will wear away the rocks.
8._____  The mountain is making rumbling noises deep inside.
9._____  The mountain is a volcano.
10.____ The volcano is going to erupt soon.