4th Nine Weeks- Consult the 5th Grade Science Curriculum Map for specific details.
The 5th Grade Science Curriculum Map outlines the following information:
Recommended pacing, scope, and sequence for each unit.
Alignment with standards, conceptual understandings, and performance indicators
Links to Unit Concept Storyboard Maps, Content and SEP Support Documents, and Curriculum Guides
Details for Evidence of Understanding, Essential Learning Experiences, and Suggested Learning Engagements
Where appropriate, alignment with specific FOSS, DSM, GEMS, and STC kit Activities and Investigations
5.P.5A The motion of an object can be described in terms of its position, direction, and speed. The rate and motion of an object is determined by multiple factors.
5.P.5A.1 Use mathematical and computational thinking to describe and predict the motion of an object (including position, direction, and speed).
5.P.5A.2 Develop and use models to explain how the amount or type of force (contact and non-contact) affects the motion of an object.
5.P.5A.3 Plan and conduct controlled scientific investigations to test the effects of balanced and unbalanced forces on the rate and direction of motion of objects.
5.P.5A.4 Analyze and interpret data to describe how a change of force, a change in mass, or friction affects the motion of an object.
5.P.5A.5 Design and test possible devices or solutions that reduce the effects of friction on the motion of an object.
See Science Standards Content Vertical Articulation Chart
See Science Standards Content Vertical Articulation Chart
Students will gather measurement data and apply mathematical and computational thinking to describe and predict the motion of an object.
Students will gather data from investigations to develop models that illustrate how the amount or type of force affects the motion of an object.
Friction (contact force)
Magnetism (noncontact force)
Gravity (noncontact force)
Students will gather data from investigations to determine the effects of balanced and unbalanced forces on the motion of objects.
Students will gather data from investigations to describe how changing the amount of force, the type of force, the mass of an object, or friction will affect the motion of an object.
Students will apply their understanding of motion and friction from their investigations to design solutions that reduce the effect of friction on the motion of an object.
Analyze and Interpret Data- SEP Support Document
Develop and Use Models- SEP Support Document
Plan and Carry Out Investigations- SEP Support Document
Define Problems and Design Solutions- SEP Support Document
Use Mathematical and Computational Thinking- SEP Support Document
Describing the Motion of an Object- Essential Knowledge Support Document
Contact and Noncontact Forces- Essential Knowledge Support Document
Balanced and Unbalanced Forces- Essential Knowledge Support Document
Change in Force, Mass, and Friction- Essential Knowledge Support Document
Reducing Friction- Essential Knowledge Support Document
This link will take you to a print-friendly version of the science concept storyboard
It is ESSENTIAL that students engage in a series of investigations and explorations to gather, analyze, and interpret observational and measurement data in order to determine how different factors affect the motion of an object, including:
Type of Force
Amount of Force
Direction of Force
Friction
Magnetism
Mass
Gravity
What is motion?
How can we describe motion?
What makes something move faster or slower?
What makes something stop?
What makes something change speed or direction?
How can we reduce friction?
How can you distinguish between balanced and unbalanced forces?
Acceleration
Balanced Forces
Contact Force
Direction
Distance
Force
Friction
Gravity
Lubricant
Magnetism
Mass
Motion
Noncontact Force
Reference Point
Position
Speed
Time
Unbalanced Forces
Velocity
Forces and Motion Unit Planning Support Doc
5.P.5A.1 Use mathematical and computational thinking to describe and predict the motion of an object (including position, direction, and speed).
Pearson SC Interactive Science Textbook:
Lesson 1: How can you describe and measure motion (p. 52-59)
Quick Lab (p.53)
AIMS Activities: 2005 SC Science AIMS 5th Grade Physical Science
Time to Move It
Clock Your Walk
How High? How Fast?
5.P.5A.2 Develop and use models to explain how the amount or type of force (contact and non-contact) affects the motion of an object.
Pearson SC Interactive Science Textbook:
Lesson 2: What are Forces? (p. 60-67)
Quick Lab (p. 61)
AIMS Activities: 2005 SC Science AIMS 5th Grade Physical Science
Forceful Friction
Amazing Magnets
The Great Balloon Race
The Four Forces of Flight
Push to Start
5.P.5A.3 Plan and conduct controlled scientific investigations to test the effects of balanced and unbalanced forces on the rate and direction of motion of objects.
Pearson SC Interactive Science Textbook:
Lesson 2: What are Forces? (p.66-69)
AIMS Activities: 2005 SC Science AIMS 5th Grade Physical Science
Balanced and Unbalanced Forces
Heroes Take a Spin
The Great Balloon Race
Tug Teams
The Four Forces of Flight
Cluster Balloonin
5.P.5A.4 Analyze and interpret data to describe how a change of force, a change in mass, or friction affects the motion of an object.
Pearson SC Interactive Science Textbook:
Lesson 3: What Are Newton’s Laws? (p.70-79)
Quick Labs (p.71)
AIMS Activities: 2005 SC Science AIMS 5th Grade Physical Science
Forceful Friction
Amazing Magnets
Brick Slide
The Great Balloon Race
The Four Forces of Flight
Bouncing Around
How Heavy? How Far?
Push to Start
The Big Bopper
5.P.5A.5 Design and test possible devices or solutions that reduce the effects of friction on the motion of an object.
AIMS Activities: 2005 SC Science AIMS 5th Grade Physical Science
Forceful Friction
Slip Sliding Away
Air Glider
AIMS Activities: 2005 SC Science AIMS 5th Grade Physical Science
Time to Move It
Clock Your Walk
How High? How Fast?
Forceful Friction
Amazing Magnets
The Great Balloon Race
The Four Forces of Flight
Push to Start
Balanced and Unbalanced Forces
Heroes Take a Spin
Tug Teams
Cluster Ballooning
Brick Slide
Bouncing Around
How Heavy? How Far?
The Big Bopper
Slip Sliding Aways
Air Glider
Fascinating Friction (5.P.5A.4)
This activity, from the TeachEngineering website, has students investigating friction and testing different ways of reducing friction using different surfaces and lubricants.
Exit slip using checkpoints in the text
Fist to five
Turn & Talk
Think/Pair share
Vocabulary Smart Cards Games
Kahoot! (browse or create interactive reviews for forces and motion content)
Vocabulary Cards (p.87-90)
Chapter Review (p.91-93)
South Carolina test Practice: Chapter review
Got It?
Lesson 1 (p. 59)
Lesson 2 (p. 69)
Lesson 4 (p.79)
Brainpop.com-videos/assessments (login required)
Force
Gravity
Newton’s Laws of Motion
Studyjams.com-videos/assessments (no login required)
Pearson SC Interactive Science ExamView 9.0 (login required)
This interactive website provides ready-made assessments as well a bank of assessment questions to create summative assessments for force and motion indicators.
Web Resources:
The following ESPN Sports Science Videos show the physics at work in various sports and sporting maneuvers. While some of the specific content and terminology is beyond the 5th grade performance expectations, the big ideas can help students understand things about how mass, direction of force, inertia, and balance all work in motion. These videos can also be used as hooks to show how forces and motion work in sports.
This website provides a variety of interactive resources for force and motion.
Building a rollercoaster
These interactive websites involve constructing a rollercoaster using the concepts of force and motion.
National Geographic Video Resource:
As with any video resource, teachers should carefully preview and vet any videos before showing them to students.
Possible Field Studies: