1. Unit: Science and Technology
Lesson 1: Why Study Science?
Essential Questions:
1.) Explain why people need to understand scientific principles and think scientifically

2. Why is science important?
Thinking scientifically can help you solve problems and answer questions
Can you catch a cold from getting wet on a rainy day?
Where is it safe to be during a thunderstorm?

3. Informed Consumer- a person who buys something Are the How does the products product work? safe?

4. Informed citizen- a person who searches for information and makes decisions

5. Cost Benefit A negative result A positive result
Result of taking action