May 30 - June 1, 2017… Lesson Plans for 7th Grade SCIENCE
FINALS
May 22 - 26, 2017… Lesson Plans for 7th Grade SCIENCE
Objectives: We will begin reviewing for the end of course exam.
WEEK 9
MONDAY: 5/22
IN: Planners / Check Skyward
* Video: Re-introducing wolves into Yellowstone National Park
* Review
OUT: How did re-introducing wolves back into the Park affect the ecosystem?
TUESDAY: 5/23
IN: What organelle controls cell activity?
* Review
OUT: Where is DNA located?
WEDNESDAY / THURSDAY: 5/24, 5/25
IN: Describe one way the body maintains homeostasis.
* Review
OUT: Study
FRIDAY: 5/26
IN: Describe the difference between primary and secondary succession.
* Review
OUT: Have a great weekend!
May 15 - May 19, 2017… Lesson Plans for 7th Grade SCIENCE
Objectives: To study and better understand the patterns of sleep and how sleep affects our daily lives.
Monday 5/15
Brainpop
Tuesday 5/16
Brainpop
Wednesday 5/17 & Thursday 5/18
Project "SLEEP"
Friday 5/19
Project "SLEEP"
May 1 - May 5, 2017… Lesson Plans for 7th Grade SCIENCE
Objectives: The unit of study is learning about Genetics and Heredity. The students will recognize that the genetic material found in the genes governs inherited traits.
WEEK 6
MONDAY: 5/1
CBA: Human Homeostasis
WS: Fruit Fly
Genetics Vocabulary
OUT: What controls how traits are passed on?
TUESDAY: 5/2
IN: Who is the Father of Genetics?
* Video: Genetics
* Notes: Genetics and Heredity
OUT: Where do genes come from?
WEDNESDAY / THURSDAY: 5/3, 5/4
IN: Match Genetics vocabulary with correct definition.
* Interactive Website comparing sexual and asexual reproduction.
* Natural Selection video with questions
* Punnett Squares video with questions
OUT: Give an example of an organism that reproduces asexually and sexually.
FRIDAY: 5/5
IN: What tool do we use to show possible gene combinations?
* Punnett Square practice worksheet
* Interactive Website Punnett Squares
OUT: What is required for a recessive trait to be expressed?
Objectives: We will focus on comparing the frog anatomy and their body systems to the human body.
MONDAY: 4/24
* Virtual Frog Dissection
* Watch Power Point
* Complete Frog Pre Lab
TUESDAY: 4/25
STATIONS:
* Frog Dissection Lab
* Lab Comparison – Frog to Human
* Brainpops: Gregor Mendel, Heredity, and Genetics
WEDNESDAY / THURSDAY: 4/26, 4/27
STATIONS:
* Frog Dissection Lab
* Lab Comparison – Frog to Human
* Brainpops: Gregor Mendel, Heredity, and Genetics
FRIDAY: 4/28
* Quiz: Frog Anatomy
Objectives: We will complete the Human Body Systems and take the CBA. Students will then focus on comparing the frog anatomy and their body systems to the human body.
WEEK 4
MONDAY: 4/17
HOLIDAY
TUESDAY: 4/18
IN: Planner / Check Skyward
* Amoeba Sisters Video Recap: Human Body Systems
* Jeopardy: Human Body Systems
WEDNESDAY / THURSDAY: 4/19,4/20
IN: List 2 body systems and describe how they interact
* Human Body System Review
* Paper Frog Dissection
FRIDAY: 4/21
IN: Turn in Review
* CBA
* Frog Dissection Preparation
April 10 - 15… Lesson Plans for 7th Grade SCIENCE
Objectives: The students will complete the Reproduction System and write the letter to themselves. This will cover making healthy choices and goals for their future. Friday is Good Friday.
WEEK 3
MONDAY: 4/10
IN: Planner
* Brainpop: Reproduction
* Quizlet Stations
* Start Review
TUESDAY: 4/11
IN: How do the Reproductive & Endocrine systems work together?
* Complete Review
WEDNESDAY / THURSDAY 4/12, 4/13
* Test: Nervous, Endocrine & Reproductive Systems
* Write Letter to Self
FRIDAY: 4/14
Good Friday
April 3 - 7, 2017 … Lesson Plans for 7th Grade SCIENCE
Objectives: We will review the structure and functions of the human body. Next the students will focus on making good choices in the Human Growth and Development Unit of the Human Body. They will write a letter to themselves about choices and goals and it will be mailed to them the summer before they enter high school.
MONDAY: 4/3 WEEK 2
* Turn in project questions for the gallery walk
* Foldable – Health, Relationships, and Finances
TUESDAY: 4/4
IN: List 3 things you can do to help you be successful in the future.
* Video: Straight Talk About Sexual Choices and Consequences
WEDNESDAY/THURSDAY: 4/5, 4/6
IN: Prepare Slides for Gallery Walk
* Gallery Walk
FRIDAY: 4/7
IN: List 3 options of careers for your future.
* Complete Foldable – Health, Relationships and Finances
* PowerPoint – Making Healthy Personal Choices
March 27-31, 2017 … Lesson Plans for 7th Grade SCIENCE
Objectives: We will review the structure and functions of the human body systems.
MONDAY: 3/27 WEEK 1
* Video: Endocrine System
* Label Endocrine system Diagram
OUT: What are the body’s chemical messengers?
TUESDAY: 3/28
* STAAR Writing
WEDNESDAY 3/29
* Report to the library to research Human Body Systems Project
THURSDAY: 3/30
* Report to the library to research Human Body Systems Project
FRIDAY: 3/31
* Work on Project
OUT: Projects are due April 5th & 6th
March 20-24, 2017… Lesson Plans for 7th Grade SCIENCE
Objectives: The unit of study will focus on Homeostasis in the systems of the human body. We will have the 180 degrees program on Monday and Tuesday of this week. The Nervous System and Endocrine System will be introduced.
MONDAY: 3/20
* 180 Degrees Presentation
TUESDAY: 4/5
* 180 Degrees Presentation
WEDNESDAY/THURSDAY: 3/22-23
IN: Discovery Ed. Video – Nervous System
* Brainpop: Nervous System w/ Vocabulary
* Notes: Nervous System
* Label Brain Diagram
OUT: What are the three main parts of the Nervous System?
FRIDAY: 3/24 *Early Release
IN: What is the thinking part of the brain?
* Video: Endocrine System
* Read Article about the Endocrine System
OUT: How does the Endocrine System regulate the body?
March 6 – March 10, 2017 Lesson Plans for 7th Grade Science
Objectives: The unit of study will focus on Homeostasis in the systems of the human body. We will continue the Respiratory System and introduce and the Circulatory System.
MONDAY: 3/6
* Video: How the Heart Works
* Notes: Circulatory System
* Set up Gizmos
OUT: What are the 4 chambers of the heart?
TUESDAY: 3/7
IN: Video: Real World Science
* Gizmos Activity for Circulatory System
OUT: How do the Circulatory System and Respiratory System work together?
WEDNESDAY 3/8, THURSDAY 3/9
IN: Complete Gizmos
* Respiratory System Constructed Response from Discovery Ed.
* Circulatory System Constructed Response from Discovery Ed.
* Brainpop for Blood
* Worksheet: Vocabulary Matching and Graphic Organizer
OUT: What makes up blood?
FRIDAY: 3/3
IN: Read Prep for Discovery Education Virtual Lab
* Virtual Lab
OUT: How does activity level affect the Circulatory System?
February 27-March 3, 2017… Lesson Plans for 7th Grade SCIENCE
Objectives: The unit of study will focus on Homeostasis in the systems of the human body. We will review the structure to function in the Digestive and Excretory Systems.
Week 7 of the 3rd Nine Weeks
MONDAY: 2/27
* Grade WS Learning about the Excretory Systems
* Review systems that excrete waste from the body
OUT: How does our body get rid of waste? Answer in INB.
TUESDAY: 2/28
* Review – Digestive, Excretory & Nutrition
* Grade REVIEW
OUT: Review for TEST - STUDY
WEDNESDAY: 3/1 – THURSDAY 3/2
* TEST – Digestive, Excretory & Nutrition
* Human Body Foldable – fill in organs and function for Skeletal, Muscular, Integumentary, Immune, Digestive & Excretory Systems
* Brainpops: Respiratory System & Circulatory System
OUT: Check Skyward
FRIDAY: 3/3
* Read “What’s the Function of the Circulatory System?”
* Exploration: Breathe In / Breathe Out
OUT: Explore Build a Body App for Respiratory System
February 21 - 24, 2017… Lesson Plans for 7th Grade SCIENCE
Objectives: The unit of study will focus on Homeostasis in the systems of the human body. We will introduce Nutrition and structure to function in the Digestive System.
Week 5 of the 3rd Nine Weeks
TUESDAY: 2/21
TELPAS Writing
WEDNESDAY: 2/21, Thursday 2/23
Brainpop: Nutrition
Brainpop Activity: Chef Solus' Build-a-Meal
Brainpop: Excretory System with Vocabulary
FRIDAY: 2/24
Excretory System Worksheet
February 6-10, 2017… Lesson Plans for 7th Grade SCIENCE
Progress Reports
Objectives: The unit of study will focus on Homeostasis in the systems of the human body. We will focus on the effect pathogens have on the human body.
Week 4 of the 3rd Nine Weeks
MONDAY: 2/6
* Class discussion on vaccines and their history
* Designate the Pathogen you will research
TUESDAY: 2/7
* Research assigned pathogen
WEDNESDAY: 2/8, THURSDAY 2/9
* Work on Pathogen Presentation
FRIDAY 2/10
* Begin Class Presentations
January 30 –Feb. 3, 2017 Lesson Plans for 7th Grade Science
Objectives: The unit of study will focus on Homeostasis in the systems of the human body. We will continue the Integumentary System and introduce and Immune System.
MONDAY: 1/30
IN: List an example of a voluntary and involuntary muscle.
* BrainPops – Skin, Homeostasis, Immune
OUT: Download University of Nebraska Comics – World of Viruses
TUESDAY: 1/31
* PowerPoint w/ Integumentary System Questions
* Fever Video with questions
OUT: What is the body’s first line of defense?
WEDNESDAY: 2/1
IN: Define pathogen.
* Complete Integumentary and Immune Systems in the foldable
* Review Worksheet: Skeletal, Muscular, Integumentary, and Immune Systems
OUT: What is the difference between being infected by a bacteria or a virus?
THURSDAY: 2/2
IN: Define pathogen.
* Complete Integumentary and Immune Systems in the foldable
* Review Worksheet: Skeletal, Muscular, Integumentary, and Immune Systems
OUT: What is the difference between being infected by a bacteria or a virus?
FRIDAY: 2/3
IN: How does the body respond to infection?
* Test – Skeletal, Muscular, Integumentary & Immune
OUT: Explore World of Viruses app
January 23-27, 2017 Lesson Plans for 7th Grade Science
Objectives: The unit of study will focus on Homeostasis in the systems of the human body. We will complete the Skeletal and Muscular Systems and introduce the Integumentary and Immune Systems.
Monday: 1/23
IN: What connective tissue connects bone to bone?
* Complete Brainpops
* Video: Muscular System Overview
OUT: What is the longest bone in the human body?
Tuesday: 1/24
IN: Watch Video. What are joints? Where are they located and what joint has the greatest range of motion?
* Muscular System Questions w/ Notes
* List the functions of Muscular Systems in your FOLDABLE.
OUT: List 3 types of muscle tissue.
Wednesday 1/25 / Thursday 1/26
* Grade BrainPops and Muscular System Questions
* Muscle Fatigue Demonstration
* Label the Muscular System
Friday: 1/27
* Complete Labeling for the Muscular System
* BrainPops – Skin, Homeostasis, Immune
January 18-20, 2017… Lesson Plans for 7th Grade SCIENCE WEEK 9
WEDNESDAY: 1/18
Brainstorming Skeletal System
Powerpoint: 5 Functions of the Skeletal System
Worksheet Fill Out with Powerpoint
THURSDAY: 1/19 - Shortened Class
Bill Nye - Bones and Muscles
FRIDAY: 1/20
Bone Matching Game
January 9-13, 2017… Lesson Plans for 7th Grade SCIENCE WEEK 9
Objectives: We are preparing for the Final Exam. Students have early release on Friday.
MONDAY: 1/9
* Review for Final
TUESDAY: 1/10
* Complete Review for Final
WEDNESDAY: 1/11 Faculty Meeting after school
* EXAMS – Periods 1, 5 & 7
* STUDY for EXAMS – Periods 2, 6 & 8 on Thursday
THURSDAY: 1/12
* EXAMS – Periods 2, 6 & 8
* STUDY for EXAMS – Periods 3 & 4
* Early Release on Friday at 12:45
FRIDAY: 1/13
* EXAMS – Periods 3 & 4
* Lunch at 10:33 am
* Early Release at 12:45
January 4-6, 2017… Lesson Plans for 7th Grade SCIENCE WEEK 8
Objectives: The students will review for the semester exam. We will go over the CBA over Cells and make sure all work is turned in. Students will organize their Science binders. WELCOME BACK!!!
WEDNESDAY 1/4
* Go over CBA - Cells
* Look at review information on website
THURSDAY 1/5
* REVIEW – Fall Semester – due MONDAY
FRIDAY: 1/6
* REVIEW – Fall Semester – due MONDAY
December 19-21, 2016… Lesson Plans for 7th Grade SCIENCE WEEK 7
Objectives: The students will take a CBA over the structures and functions of the plant and animal cell and levels of organization on Monday. The Peer Mediation group will have a holiday celebration on Monday after school. Wednesday the volleyball teams will play the teachers with a visit from Santa. The students have early release at 12:45 for the Christmas break. We will return on January 4, 2017 to start the second semester.
MONDAY: 12/19 Tacky Christmas Sweater Day
Cells and Levels of Organization Quiz
TUESDAY: 12/20 December Goodie Day
Cells and Levels Of Organization Quiz Corrections
WEDNESDAY: 12/21 Early Release @12:45
* 8:45 am students called to GYM
* 9:00 am Volleyball games and visit from Santa
* 10:00 am Release to 3rd Period for Movie/Holiday Activities
* 11:45 am Lunch
* 12:30 am Student Release with Teacher escort
December 12-16, 2016… Lesson Plans for 7th Grade SCIENCE WEEK 7
Objectives: The students will turn in the project on plant and animal cells and take a test over the structures and functions of the plant and animal cell.
MONDAY: 12/12
* Levels of Organization WS
TUESDAY: 12/13
* Grade Cell Worksheets
* Levels of Organization WS
Study for TEST on Cells for Wednesday/Thursday
WEDNESDAY: 12/14
THURSDAY: 12/15
IN: Animation – Inner Life of Cells
* TEST – Cells & Levels of Organization
* Grade TEST and make corrections
* Levels of Organization WS – due 12/16
FRIDAY: 12/16
* GRADE Levels of Organization WS
December 5th - 9th, 2016… Lesson Plans for 7th Grade SCIENCE
Objectives: The students will continue to learn about the differences between plant and animal cells and complete a project comparing the cell to a relevant structure. Tuesday evening is Holiday Story time from 6:30 to 7:30pm.
MONDAY: 12/5
* Video – What are Cells?
* Project – Cell
TUESDAY: 12/6
IN: Explore the cell organelle link.
* Project - Cell
* Cell Candy Factory – fill in the chart
WEDNESDAY: 12/7
THURSDAY: 12/8
IN: Watch Cell Rap Video
* Grade Cells WS
* Project - Cell
* Levels of Organization WS
FRIDAY: 12/9
IN: Video – Cells Which organelle produces food for the cell?
* PROJECT – Cells
* Levels of Organization WS
November 28-December 2, 2016… Lesson Plans for 7th Grade SCIENCE
Objectives: The students will begin Unit 3 with the introduction to living things. They will be able to recognize the levels of organization in plant and animal cells as well as tell the difference between the plant and animal cell. The LLELA field trip project is due on Tuesday.
WEEK 5
MONDAY: 11/28
What is the Cell Theory?
* View Cell Theory Timeline
* Video – Bill Nye Cell Theory
* Levels of Organization Video – list the levels from smallest to largest
* Quizlet – Levels of Organization
TUESDAY: 11/29
* Introduction to Cells Video: What are Cells?
* Color Code – Plant and Animal Cell
Level of Organization Quiz on Friday
WEDNESDAY: 11/30 & THURSDAY: 12/1 Wacky Tacky Day
IN: Watch Cell Rap Video
* Prokaryotes and Eukaryotes – watch video and list differences
* Prokaryotes vs Eukaryotes – put examples in correct category using a t-chart
* Complete Color Code
* All You Need to Know About Cells Reading and Questions
* Cell Project
OUT: Level of Organization Quiz on Friday
FRIDAY: 12/2 Holiday Lock-in
IN: What are the differences between plant and animal cells?
* Quiz - Cells
* PROJECT - Cells
Nov. 14- Nov. 18 2016 --- Lesson Plans for 7th Grade SCIENCE
Monday, 11/14:
*LLELA Field Trip
Tues., 11/15:
*LLELA Field Trip
Wed., 11/16:
*Post LLELA activity and review
Thurs., 11/17:
*Post LLELA activity and review
Fri., 11/18:
*LLELA Test
November 7 - November 11 2016… Lesson Plans for 7th Grade SCIENCE
The students are preparing for the field trip to LLELA (Lake Lewisville Environmental Learning Area). A Quiz will be given on Friday. Prepare for the worksheet we will fill out at LLELA. We will continue to collect Permission slips for the field trip to LLELA.
Monday 11/7
* LLELA Preparation
Key Terms
Define: Decomposers, Lichens, Mosses, Succession
Watch slide show
OUT: Turn in Permission Slips for LLELA
TUESDAY: 11/8
Suicide Prevention Lessons by Counselor Mr. Broyles
OUT: Turn in Permission Slips for LLELA.
WEDNESDAY 11/9
* Last day to turn in LLELA Permission Slips
* Discuss Dichotomous Key And How we will use on our field trip
* Practice example of Dichotomous Key
THURSDAY: 11/10
IN: Where will the bus drop you off when you get to LLELA? Write down your schedule based on site and time.
* Ritter Cemetery Information
* Pond Information
FRIDAY: 11/11
IN: Prepare for Pre-Test
* LLELA Pre-TEST
October 24 - 28, 2016… Lesson Plans for 7th Grade SCIENCE
Objectives: This is the first week of the second nine weeks and Red Ribbon Week. The unit of study is Changes in the Ecosystem and students will be learning about Watersheds. A Quiz will be given on Tuesday. We will continue to collect Permission slips for the field trip to LLELA.
WEEK 1 Red Ribbon Week
MONDAY: 10/24 Hawaiian Day! FB Games tonight!
IN: Write in planner.
TUESDAY: 10/25 Super Hero Day!
IN: Study Watershed Vocabulary Words
WEDNESDAY: 10/26 Crazy Hat Day!
THURSDAY: 10/27 Sports Jersey Day!
IN: What are the possible results of cigarette smoking?
FRIDAY: 10/28 RED OUT Day!
IN: Video
MONDAY: 10/17
IN: Define Sustainability.
* Space Race Review
* Study Silently
* 8th Period – Get LUNCH Count for FRIDAY
* TEST on TUESDAY!
TUESDAY: 10/18 WEAR MAROON!
IN: STUDY NOTES
* TEST - ECOLOGY
OUT: Define Watershed.
WEDNESDAY: 10/19 PARADE – WEAR Take Flight Shirt THURSDAY: 10/20 TWIN DAY
IN: Watch Videos to define 10 words in your INB.
* watershed, permeable, impermeable, porosity, ground water, surface water, runoff water, aquifer, point source pollution, nonpoint source pollution
OUT: Draw how water flows through a watershed and how pollution affects a watershed in your INB.
FRIDAY: 10/21 FARMER DAY and Early Release
* 3rd Period – Wrangler Rewind
* 4th Period – No Demerit Party
* 8th Period - Lunch
* Early Release @ 1:00
October 10 - 14, 2016… Lesson Plans for 7th Grade SCIENCE
Objectives: Monday is a holiday. The unit of study is Changes in the Ecosystem. Students are learning about biodiversity and the stages of succession. Permission slips for the field trip to LLELA will be given out.
WEEK 8
MONDAY: 10/10 HOLIDAY
TUESDAY: 10/11 Football Games tonight! 8th Grade TESTING
IN: Watch Biodiversity Video – Which ecozone has the most biodiversity? (Grassland, Marsh or Deciduous Forest)
* Tree Map on 3 Ecozones – include Biotic & Abiotic Factors
* Define Microhabitat and copy the map
* Explain 5 causes of decline in biodiversity after reading article
OUT: Why is biodiversity important?
WEDNESDAY: 10/12 VB Games tonight! THURSDAY: 10/13
IN: Watch Video and define Succession in your INB.
* Use Notes to define 4 words: Primary Succession, Secondary Succession, Pioneer Species and Catastrophic Events
* Read about Catastrophic Events and tell if it will lead to Primary or Secondary Succession
* Put Primary and Secondary Succession items in Venn Diagram
* Watch video and explain the difference between Primary and Secondary Succession in your INB.
OUT: List the natural process of Succession in your INB.
FRIDAY: 10/14
IN: Watch Video on Ecological Succession and take QUIZ.
* Describe Succession Slides
* Notes from Ecology PowerPoint
* LLELA Information
* Permission Slips for Field Trip
OUT: Define Climax Community.
Bones, Muscles and Skin
10/3 Write down 5 things you know about the bones, muscles and skin. Read pages 336 - 340. Define cell, homeostasis, organ and organ system.
10/4 Read pages 341 - 343. Discuss stress and your own personal definition of stress.
Discuss fight or flight and how it relates to personal experiences. Define stress, stimulus and response.
10/5 Read pages 344 - 351. Show video on different bone, joint and ligament injuries. Define bone, joint, ligament and osteoporosis.
10/6 Write down 3 things you think our muscles can do. Read pages 352 - 356. Discuss the different type of muscles. Define smooth, cardiac and skeletal muscles.
Energy and Power
9/26 - Read pages 190 - 195. Discuss example of energy. Define energy and potential energy. Discuss the 3 different forms of energy and draw an example of each.
9/27 - Read pages198 - 203. Discuss kinetic vs. potential energy. Discuss conversions between different forms of energy. Draw the different energy conversions on pages 200 & 201.
9/28 - Read pages 204 - 207. Discuss photosythesis. Define photosynthesis, pigments, chlorophyll, and chloroplasts.
9/29 - Read pages 212 - 216. Define power. Write the formula for power and work out 2 problems when given force distance and time.
9/30 - Review energy and power. Quiz
Motion and Energy
9/19 Read pages 102 - 104. Discuss how speed, velocity and acceleration relates to real life scenarios. Define speed, velocity and acceleration and turn in before end of class.
9/20 Read pages 105 - 107. Discuss Newton's laws of Motion. Define force, energy, work, potential energy and kinetic energy.
9/21 Read pages 112 - 114. Discuss the different temperature scales and when and where they are most commonly used. Define the 3 temperature scales and absolute zero.
9/22 Review speed, velocity and acceleration. Assign groups of 3. Act out a scenario where everyone uses motion to define and explain all 3 terms.
9/23 Review temperature and scales. Motion and Energy QUIZ
Understanding Solutions
9/12 Discuss solutions, solvent, and solute. Read pages 84 - 91 and discuss as a class. Each student will draw an example of a solution, solvent and solute on the board.
9/13 Read pages 94 - 99. Determine characteristics of acids and bases. Discuss foods that are high on the acidic and basic chart.
9/14 Each student will draw 8 different foods on their own paper and put in order from acid to base. Explain to the class why we put the foods in the order that we chose. Draw and Element of your choice and write its name, symbol, atomic number and atomic mass
9/15 Review the periodic table and review terms
9/16 Test over Matter and Solutions
PROPERTIES OF MATTER
9/5 Holiday
9/6 Discuss the periodic table and what every element on the periodic table must include:
(element name, symbol, atomic number and atomic mass)
- Create a new element
9/7 Definitions (element, compound, symbol, formula, mixture, physical change, chemical change)
- Work in groups on definitions and discuss as a class
9/8 Draw newly created elements on the board and tell the class about the element
Definitions (chemical equation, reactants, products)
9/9 Discuss examples of elements, compounds and molecules
Definitions (atomic mass, atomic number, group, period)
FINALS
May 22 - 26, 2017… Lesson Plans for 7th Grade SCIENCE
Objectives: We will begin reviewing for the end of course exam.
WEEK 9
MONDAY: 5/22
IN: Planners / Check Skyward
* Video: Re-introducing wolves into Yellowstone National Park
* Review
OUT: How did re-introducing wolves back into the Park affect the ecosystem?
TUESDAY: 5/23
IN: What organelle controls cell activity?
* Review
OUT: Where is DNA located?
WEDNESDAY / THURSDAY: 5/24, 5/25
IN: Describe one way the body maintains homeostasis.
* Review
OUT: Study
FRIDAY: 5/26
IN: Describe the difference between primary and secondary succession.
* Review
OUT: Have a great weekend!
May 15 - May 19, 2017… Lesson Plans for 7th Grade SCIENCE
Objectives: To study and better understand the patterns of sleep and how sleep affects our daily lives.
Monday 5/15
Brainpop
Tuesday 5/16
Brainpop
Wednesday 5/17 & Thursday 5/18
Project "SLEEP"
Friday 5/19
Project "SLEEP"
May 1 - May 5, 2017… Lesson Plans for 7th Grade SCIENCE
Objectives: The unit of study is learning about Genetics and Heredity. The students will recognize that the genetic material found in the genes governs inherited traits.
WEEK 6
MONDAY: 5/1
CBA: Human Homeostasis
WS: Fruit Fly
Genetics Vocabulary
OUT: What controls how traits are passed on?
TUESDAY: 5/2
IN: Who is the Father of Genetics?
* Video: Genetics
* Notes: Genetics and Heredity
OUT: Where do genes come from?
WEDNESDAY / THURSDAY: 5/3, 5/4
IN: Match Genetics vocabulary with correct definition.
* Interactive Website comparing sexual and asexual reproduction.
* Natural Selection video with questions
* Punnett Squares video with questions
OUT: Give an example of an organism that reproduces asexually and sexually.
FRIDAY: 5/5
IN: What tool do we use to show possible gene combinations?
* Punnett Square practice worksheet
* Interactive Website Punnett Squares
OUT: What is required for a recessive trait to be expressed?
Objectives: We will focus on comparing the frog anatomy and their body systems to the human body.
MONDAY: 4/24
* Virtual Frog Dissection
* Watch Power Point
* Complete Frog Pre Lab
TUESDAY: 4/25
STATIONS:
* Frog Dissection Lab
* Lab Comparison – Frog to Human
* Brainpops: Gregor Mendel, Heredity, and Genetics
WEDNESDAY / THURSDAY: 4/26, 4/27
STATIONS:
* Frog Dissection Lab
* Lab Comparison – Frog to Human
* Brainpops: Gregor Mendel, Heredity, and Genetics
FRIDAY: 4/28
* Quiz: Frog Anatomy
Objectives: We will complete the Human Body Systems and take the CBA. Students will then focus on comparing the frog anatomy and their body systems to the human body.
WEEK 4
MONDAY: 4/17
HOLIDAY
TUESDAY: 4/18
IN: Planner / Check Skyward
* Amoeba Sisters Video Recap: Human Body Systems
* Jeopardy: Human Body Systems
WEDNESDAY / THURSDAY: 4/19,4/20
IN: List 2 body systems and describe how they interact
* Human Body System Review
* Paper Frog Dissection
FRIDAY: 4/21
IN: Turn in Review
* CBA
* Frog Dissection Preparation
April 10 - 15… Lesson Plans for 7th Grade SCIENCE
Objectives: The students will complete the Reproduction System and write the letter to themselves. This will cover making healthy choices and goals for their future. Friday is Good Friday.
WEEK 3
MONDAY: 4/10
IN: Planner
* Brainpop: Reproduction
* Quizlet Stations
* Start Review
TUESDAY: 4/11
IN: How do the Reproductive & Endocrine systems work together?
* Complete Review
WEDNESDAY / THURSDAY 4/12, 4/13
* Test: Nervous, Endocrine & Reproductive Systems
* Write Letter to Self
FRIDAY: 4/14
Good Friday
April 3 - 7, 2017 … Lesson Plans for 7th Grade SCIENCE
Objectives: We will review the structure and functions of the human body. Next the students will focus on making good choices in the Human Growth and Development Unit of the Human Body. They will write a letter to themselves about choices and goals and it will be mailed to them the summer before they enter high school.
MONDAY: 4/3 WEEK 2
* Turn in project questions for the gallery walk
* Foldable – Health, Relationships, and Finances
TUESDAY: 4/4
IN: List 3 things you can do to help you be successful in the future.
* Video: Straight Talk About Sexual Choices and Consequences
WEDNESDAY/THURSDAY: 4/5, 4/6
IN: Prepare Slides for Gallery Walk
* Gallery Walk
FRIDAY: 4/7
IN: List 3 options of careers for your future.
* Complete Foldable – Health, Relationships and Finances
* PowerPoint – Making Healthy Personal Choices
March 27-31, 2017 … Lesson Plans for 7th Grade SCIENCE
Objectives: We will review the structure and functions of the human body systems.
MONDAY: 3/27 WEEK 1
* Video: Endocrine System
* Label Endocrine system Diagram
OUT: What are the body’s chemical messengers?
TUESDAY: 3/28
* STAAR Writing
WEDNESDAY 3/29
* Report to the library to research Human Body Systems Project
THURSDAY: 3/30
* Report to the library to research Human Body Systems Project
FRIDAY: 3/31
* Work on Project
OUT: Projects are due April 5th & 6th
March 20-24, 2017… Lesson Plans for 7th Grade SCIENCE
Objectives: The unit of study will focus on Homeostasis in the systems of the human body. We will have the 180 degrees program on Monday and Tuesday of this week. The Nervous System and Endocrine System will be introduced.
MONDAY: 3/20
* 180 Degrees Presentation
TUESDAY: 4/5
* 180 Degrees Presentation
WEDNESDAY/THURSDAY: 3/22-23
IN: Discovery Ed. Video – Nervous System
* Brainpop: Nervous System w/ Vocabulary
* Notes: Nervous System
* Label Brain Diagram
OUT: What are the three main parts of the Nervous System?
FRIDAY: 3/24 *Early Release
IN: What is the thinking part of the brain?
* Video: Endocrine System
* Read Article about the Endocrine System
OUT: How does the Endocrine System regulate the body?
March 6 – March 10, 2017 Lesson Plans for 7th Grade Science
Objectives: The unit of study will focus on Homeostasis in the systems of the human body. We will continue the Respiratory System and introduce and the Circulatory System.
MONDAY: 3/6
* Video: How the Heart Works
* Notes: Circulatory System
* Set up Gizmos
OUT: What are the 4 chambers of the heart?
TUESDAY: 3/7
IN: Video: Real World Science
* Gizmos Activity for Circulatory System
OUT: How do the Circulatory System and Respiratory System work together?
WEDNESDAY 3/8, THURSDAY 3/9
IN: Complete Gizmos
* Respiratory System Constructed Response from Discovery Ed.
* Circulatory System Constructed Response from Discovery Ed.
* Brainpop for Blood
* Worksheet: Vocabulary Matching and Graphic Organizer
OUT: What makes up blood?
FRIDAY: 3/3
IN: Read Prep for Discovery Education Virtual Lab
* Virtual Lab
OUT: How does activity level affect the Circulatory System?
February 27-March 3, 2017… Lesson Plans for 7th Grade SCIENCE
Objectives: The unit of study will focus on Homeostasis in the systems of the human body. We will review the structure to function in the Digestive and Excretory Systems.
Week 7 of the 3rd Nine Weeks
MONDAY: 2/27
* Grade WS Learning about the Excretory Systems
* Review systems that excrete waste from the body
OUT: How does our body get rid of waste? Answer in INB.
TUESDAY: 2/28
* Review – Digestive, Excretory & Nutrition
* Grade REVIEW
OUT: Review for TEST - STUDY
WEDNESDAY: 3/1 – THURSDAY 3/2
* TEST – Digestive, Excretory & Nutrition
* Human Body Foldable – fill in organs and function for Skeletal, Muscular, Integumentary, Immune, Digestive & Excretory Systems
* Brainpops: Respiratory System & Circulatory System
OUT: Check Skyward
FRIDAY: 3/3
* Read “What’s the Function of the Circulatory System?”
* Exploration: Breathe In / Breathe Out
OUT: Explore Build a Body App for Respiratory System
February 21 - 24, 2017… Lesson Plans for 7th Grade SCIENCE
Objectives: The unit of study will focus on Homeostasis in the systems of the human body. We will introduce Nutrition and structure to function in the Digestive System.
Week 5 of the 3rd Nine Weeks
TUESDAY: 2/21
TELPAS Writing
WEDNESDAY: 2/21, Thursday 2/23
Brainpop: Nutrition
Brainpop Activity: Chef Solus' Build-a-Meal
Brainpop: Excretory System with Vocabulary
FRIDAY: 2/24
Excretory System Worksheet
February 6-10, 2017… Lesson Plans for 7th Grade SCIENCE
Progress Reports
Objectives: The unit of study will focus on Homeostasis in the systems of the human body. We will focus on the effect pathogens have on the human body.
Week 4 of the 3rd Nine Weeks
MONDAY: 2/6
* Class discussion on vaccines and their history
* Designate the Pathogen you will research
TUESDAY: 2/7
* Research assigned pathogen
WEDNESDAY: 2/8, THURSDAY 2/9
* Work on Pathogen Presentation
FRIDAY 2/10
* Begin Class Presentations
January 30 –Feb. 3, 2017 Lesson Plans for 7th Grade Science
Objectives: The unit of study will focus on Homeostasis in the systems of the human body. We will continue the Integumentary System and introduce and Immune System.
MONDAY: 1/30
IN: List an example of a voluntary and involuntary muscle.
* BrainPops – Skin, Homeostasis, Immune
OUT: Download University of Nebraska Comics – World of Viruses
TUESDAY: 1/31
* PowerPoint w/ Integumentary System Questions
* Fever Video with questions
OUT: What is the body’s first line of defense?
WEDNESDAY: 2/1
IN: Define pathogen.
* Complete Integumentary and Immune Systems in the foldable
* Review Worksheet: Skeletal, Muscular, Integumentary, and Immune Systems
OUT: What is the difference between being infected by a bacteria or a virus?
THURSDAY: 2/2
IN: Define pathogen.
* Complete Integumentary and Immune Systems in the foldable
* Review Worksheet: Skeletal, Muscular, Integumentary, and Immune Systems
OUT: What is the difference between being infected by a bacteria or a virus?
FRIDAY: 2/3
IN: How does the body respond to infection?
* Test – Skeletal, Muscular, Integumentary & Immune
OUT: Explore World of Viruses app
January 23-27, 2017 Lesson Plans for 7th Grade Science
Objectives: The unit of study will focus on Homeostasis in the systems of the human body. We will complete the Skeletal and Muscular Systems and introduce the Integumentary and Immune Systems.
Monday: 1/23
IN: What connective tissue connects bone to bone?
* Complete Brainpops
* Video: Muscular System Overview
OUT: What is the longest bone in the human body?
Tuesday: 1/24
IN: Watch Video. What are joints? Where are they located and what joint has the greatest range of motion?
* Muscular System Questions w/ Notes
* List the functions of Muscular Systems in your FOLDABLE.
OUT: List 3 types of muscle tissue.
Wednesday 1/25 / Thursday 1/26
* Grade BrainPops and Muscular System Questions
* Muscle Fatigue Demonstration
* Label the Muscular System
Friday: 1/27
* Complete Labeling for the Muscular System
* BrainPops – Skin, Homeostasis, Immune
January 18-20, 2017… Lesson Plans for 7th Grade SCIENCE WEEK 9
WEDNESDAY: 1/18
Brainstorming Skeletal System
Powerpoint: 5 Functions of the Skeletal System
Worksheet Fill Out with Powerpoint
THURSDAY: 1/19 - Shortened Class
Bill Nye - Bones and Muscles
FRIDAY: 1/20
Bone Matching Game
January 9-13, 2017… Lesson Plans for 7th Grade SCIENCE WEEK 9
Objectives: We are preparing for the Final Exam. Students have early release on Friday.
MONDAY: 1/9
* Review for Final
TUESDAY: 1/10
* Complete Review for Final
WEDNESDAY: 1/11 Faculty Meeting after school
* EXAMS – Periods 1, 5 & 7
* STUDY for EXAMS – Periods 2, 6 & 8 on Thursday
THURSDAY: 1/12
* EXAMS – Periods 2, 6 & 8
* STUDY for EXAMS – Periods 3 & 4
* Early Release on Friday at 12:45
FRIDAY: 1/13
* EXAMS – Periods 3 & 4
* Lunch at 10:33 am
* Early Release at 12:45
January 4-6, 2017… Lesson Plans for 7th Grade SCIENCE WEEK 8
Objectives: The students will review for the semester exam. We will go over the CBA over Cells and make sure all work is turned in. Students will organize their Science binders. WELCOME BACK!!!
WEDNESDAY 1/4
* Go over CBA - Cells
* Look at review information on website
THURSDAY 1/5
* REVIEW – Fall Semester – due MONDAY
FRIDAY: 1/6
* REVIEW – Fall Semester – due MONDAY
December 19-21, 2016… Lesson Plans for 7th Grade SCIENCE WEEK 7
Objectives: The students will take a CBA over the structures and functions of the plant and animal cell and levels of organization on Monday. The Peer Mediation group will have a holiday celebration on Monday after school. Wednesday the volleyball teams will play the teachers with a visit from Santa. The students have early release at 12:45 for the Christmas break. We will return on January 4, 2017 to start the second semester.
MONDAY: 12/19 Tacky Christmas Sweater Day
Cells and Levels of Organization Quiz
TUESDAY: 12/20 December Goodie Day
Cells and Levels Of Organization Quiz Corrections
WEDNESDAY: 12/21 Early Release @12:45
* 8:45 am students called to GYM
* 9:00 am Volleyball games and visit from Santa
* 10:00 am Release to 3rd Period for Movie/Holiday Activities
* 11:45 am Lunch
* 12:30 am Student Release with Teacher escort
December 12-16, 2016… Lesson Plans for 7th Grade SCIENCE WEEK 7
Objectives: The students will turn in the project on plant and animal cells and take a test over the structures and functions of the plant and animal cell.
MONDAY: 12/12
* Levels of Organization WS
TUESDAY: 12/13
* Grade Cell Worksheets
* Levels of Organization WS
Study for TEST on Cells for Wednesday/Thursday
WEDNESDAY: 12/14
THURSDAY: 12/15
IN: Animation – Inner Life of Cells
* TEST – Cells & Levels of Organization
* Grade TEST and make corrections
* Levels of Organization WS – due 12/16
FRIDAY: 12/16
* GRADE Levels of Organization WS
December 5th - 9th, 2016… Lesson Plans for 7th Grade SCIENCE
Objectives: The students will continue to learn about the differences between plant and animal cells and complete a project comparing the cell to a relevant structure. Tuesday evening is Holiday Story time from 6:30 to 7:30pm.
MONDAY: 12/5
* Video – What are Cells?
* Project – Cell
TUESDAY: 12/6
IN: Explore the cell organelle link.
* Project - Cell
* Cell Candy Factory – fill in the chart
WEDNESDAY: 12/7
THURSDAY: 12/8
IN: Watch Cell Rap Video
* Grade Cells WS
* Project - Cell
* Levels of Organization WS
FRIDAY: 12/9
IN: Video – Cells Which organelle produces food for the cell?
* PROJECT – Cells
* Levels of Organization WS
November 28-December 2, 2016… Lesson Plans for 7th Grade SCIENCE
Objectives: The students will begin Unit 3 with the introduction to living things. They will be able to recognize the levels of organization in plant and animal cells as well as tell the difference between the plant and animal cell. The LLELA field trip project is due on Tuesday.
WEEK 5
MONDAY: 11/28
What is the Cell Theory?
* View Cell Theory Timeline
* Video – Bill Nye Cell Theory
* Levels of Organization Video – list the levels from smallest to largest
* Quizlet – Levels of Organization
TUESDAY: 11/29
* Introduction to Cells Video: What are Cells?
* Color Code – Plant and Animal Cell
Level of Organization Quiz on Friday
WEDNESDAY: 11/30 & THURSDAY: 12/1 Wacky Tacky Day
IN: Watch Cell Rap Video
* Prokaryotes and Eukaryotes – watch video and list differences
* Prokaryotes vs Eukaryotes – put examples in correct category using a t-chart
* Complete Color Code
* All You Need to Know About Cells Reading and Questions
* Cell Project
OUT: Level of Organization Quiz on Friday
FRIDAY: 12/2 Holiday Lock-in
IN: What are the differences between plant and animal cells?
* Quiz - Cells
* PROJECT - Cells
Nov. 14- Nov. 18 2016 --- Lesson Plans for 7th Grade SCIENCE
Monday, 11/14:
*LLELA Field Trip
Tues., 11/15:
*LLELA Field Trip
Wed., 11/16:
*Post LLELA activity and review
Thurs., 11/17:
*Post LLELA activity and review
Fri., 11/18:
*LLELA Test
November 7 - November 11 2016… Lesson Plans for 7th Grade SCIENCE
The students are preparing for the field trip to LLELA (Lake Lewisville Environmental Learning Area). A Quiz will be given on Friday. Prepare for the worksheet we will fill out at LLELA. We will continue to collect Permission slips for the field trip to LLELA.
Monday 11/7
* LLELA Preparation
Key Terms
Define: Decomposers, Lichens, Mosses, Succession
Watch slide show
OUT: Turn in Permission Slips for LLELA
TUESDAY: 11/8
Suicide Prevention Lessons by Counselor Mr. Broyles
OUT: Turn in Permission Slips for LLELA.
WEDNESDAY 11/9
* Last day to turn in LLELA Permission Slips
* Discuss Dichotomous Key And How we will use on our field trip
* Practice example of Dichotomous Key
THURSDAY: 11/10
IN: Where will the bus drop you off when you get to LLELA? Write down your schedule based on site and time.
* Ritter Cemetery Information
* Pond Information
FRIDAY: 11/11
IN: Prepare for Pre-Test
* LLELA Pre-TEST
October 24 - 28, 2016… Lesson Plans for 7th Grade SCIENCE
Objectives: This is the first week of the second nine weeks and Red Ribbon Week. The unit of study is Changes in the Ecosystem and students will be learning about Watersheds. A Quiz will be given on Tuesday. We will continue to collect Permission slips for the field trip to LLELA.
WEEK 1 Red Ribbon Week
MONDAY: 10/24 Hawaiian Day! FB Games tonight!
IN: Write in planner.
- Watershed Intro Video
- Watershed Brainpop
TUESDAY: 10/25 Super Hero Day!
IN: Study Watershed Vocabulary Words
- Gallop Poll
- Quiz - Watersheds
WEDNESDAY: 10/26 Crazy Hat Day!
THURSDAY: 10/27 Sports Jersey Day!
IN: What are the possible results of cigarette smoking?
- Tobacco Video and Ad
FRIDAY: 10/28 RED OUT Day!
IN: Video
- LLELA Preparation
- OUT: Turn in Permission Slips for LLELA
MONDAY: 10/17
IN: Define Sustainability.
* Space Race Review
* Study Silently
* 8th Period – Get LUNCH Count for FRIDAY
* TEST on TUESDAY!
TUESDAY: 10/18 WEAR MAROON!
IN: STUDY NOTES
* TEST - ECOLOGY
OUT: Define Watershed.
WEDNESDAY: 10/19 PARADE – WEAR Take Flight Shirt THURSDAY: 10/20 TWIN DAY
IN: Watch Videos to define 10 words in your INB.
* watershed, permeable, impermeable, porosity, ground water, surface water, runoff water, aquifer, point source pollution, nonpoint source pollution
OUT: Draw how water flows through a watershed and how pollution affects a watershed in your INB.
FRIDAY: 10/21 FARMER DAY and Early Release
* 3rd Period – Wrangler Rewind
* 4th Period – No Demerit Party
* 8th Period - Lunch
* Early Release @ 1:00
October 10 - 14, 2016… Lesson Plans for 7th Grade SCIENCE
Objectives: Monday is a holiday. The unit of study is Changes in the Ecosystem. Students are learning about biodiversity and the stages of succession. Permission slips for the field trip to LLELA will be given out.
WEEK 8
MONDAY: 10/10 HOLIDAY
TUESDAY: 10/11 Football Games tonight! 8th Grade TESTING
IN: Watch Biodiversity Video – Which ecozone has the most biodiversity? (Grassland, Marsh or Deciduous Forest)
* Tree Map on 3 Ecozones – include Biotic & Abiotic Factors
* Define Microhabitat and copy the map
* Explain 5 causes of decline in biodiversity after reading article
OUT: Why is biodiversity important?
WEDNESDAY: 10/12 VB Games tonight! THURSDAY: 10/13
IN: Watch Video and define Succession in your INB.
* Use Notes to define 4 words: Primary Succession, Secondary Succession, Pioneer Species and Catastrophic Events
* Read about Catastrophic Events and tell if it will lead to Primary or Secondary Succession
* Put Primary and Secondary Succession items in Venn Diagram
* Watch video and explain the difference between Primary and Secondary Succession in your INB.
OUT: List the natural process of Succession in your INB.
FRIDAY: 10/14
IN: Watch Video on Ecological Succession and take QUIZ.
* Describe Succession Slides
* Notes from Ecology PowerPoint
* LLELA Information
* Permission Slips for Field Trip
OUT: Define Climax Community.
Bones, Muscles and Skin
10/3 Write down 5 things you know about the bones, muscles and skin. Read pages 336 - 340. Define cell, homeostasis, organ and organ system.
10/4 Read pages 341 - 343. Discuss stress and your own personal definition of stress.
Discuss fight or flight and how it relates to personal experiences. Define stress, stimulus and response.
10/5 Read pages 344 - 351. Show video on different bone, joint and ligament injuries. Define bone, joint, ligament and osteoporosis.
10/6 Write down 3 things you think our muscles can do. Read pages 352 - 356. Discuss the different type of muscles. Define smooth, cardiac and skeletal muscles.
Energy and Power
9/26 - Read pages 190 - 195. Discuss example of energy. Define energy and potential energy. Discuss the 3 different forms of energy and draw an example of each.
9/27 - Read pages198 - 203. Discuss kinetic vs. potential energy. Discuss conversions between different forms of energy. Draw the different energy conversions on pages 200 & 201.
9/28 - Read pages 204 - 207. Discuss photosythesis. Define photosynthesis, pigments, chlorophyll, and chloroplasts.
9/29 - Read pages 212 - 216. Define power. Write the formula for power and work out 2 problems when given force distance and time.
9/30 - Review energy and power. Quiz
Motion and Energy
9/19 Read pages 102 - 104. Discuss how speed, velocity and acceleration relates to real life scenarios. Define speed, velocity and acceleration and turn in before end of class.
9/20 Read pages 105 - 107. Discuss Newton's laws of Motion. Define force, energy, work, potential energy and kinetic energy.
9/21 Read pages 112 - 114. Discuss the different temperature scales and when and where they are most commonly used. Define the 3 temperature scales and absolute zero.
9/22 Review speed, velocity and acceleration. Assign groups of 3. Act out a scenario where everyone uses motion to define and explain all 3 terms.
9/23 Review temperature and scales. Motion and Energy QUIZ
Understanding Solutions
9/12 Discuss solutions, solvent, and solute. Read pages 84 - 91 and discuss as a class. Each student will draw an example of a solution, solvent and solute on the board.
9/13 Read pages 94 - 99. Determine characteristics of acids and bases. Discuss foods that are high on the acidic and basic chart.
9/14 Each student will draw 8 different foods on their own paper and put in order from acid to base. Explain to the class why we put the foods in the order that we chose. Draw and Element of your choice and write its name, symbol, atomic number and atomic mass
9/15 Review the periodic table and review terms
9/16 Test over Matter and Solutions
PROPERTIES OF MATTER
9/5 Holiday
9/6 Discuss the periodic table and what every element on the periodic table must include:
(element name, symbol, atomic number and atomic mass)
- Create a new element
9/7 Definitions (element, compound, symbol, formula, mixture, physical change, chemical change)
- Work in groups on definitions and discuss as a class
9/8 Draw newly created elements on the board and tell the class about the element
Definitions (chemical equation, reactants, products)
9/9 Discuss examples of elements, compounds and molecules
Definitions (atomic mass, atomic number, group, period)