SCIENTIFIC METHOD

Day 1

Lesson: Making Observations Like a Scientist

Learning target: Students will make careful scientific observations and distinguish observations from inferences using evidence.

I can make careful scientific observations using evidence before making an inference.

Day 2

Lesson: Asking Scientific Questions

Learning Target: Students  will identify and write scientific questions that can be investigated through observations and evidence.

I can identify and write scientific questions that can be investigated through observations and evidence.

Day 3

Lesson: Variables in a Scientific Investigation

Learning Target: Students will identify the independent variable, dependent variable, and constants in a scientific investigation.

I can identify the independent variable, dependent variable, and constants in a scientific investigation.

Day 4

Lesson: Collecting and Recording Scientific Data

Learning Target:  Students will collect and record scientific data accurately using observations and measurements.

I can collect and record scientific data accurately using observations and measurements.