1. Welcome to Science
Today’s goal – I can explain the steps to the scientific method
Entry task – Explain independent and dependent variables
Agenda:
Practice finding variables with the Simpsons
Tape example on page. 13
Create your own experiment and trade with a partner to see if they can identify the variables

2. The Simpsons conduct science experiments

3. Homer does an experiment

4. Bart’s experiment

5. Tape the last Simpson scenario in your notebook on pg. 13
Write an experiment below the taped in example
Be sure to have and independent, dependent and control variable in the experiment
Include enough data/information that another student can form a conclusion
Trade with another student and see if they can identify your variables and come up with an experimental conclusion.