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Big Idea:
Big Idea:
Scientists use tools safely to assist in their experiments.
Student Expectations:
Student Expectations:
Focus TEKS
Focus TEKS
4.1(A) [Tools to Know] Demonstrate safe practices and the use of safety equipment as described in Texas Education Agency-approved safety standards during classroom and outdoor investigations using safety equipment, including safety goggles or chemical splash goggles, as appropriate, and gloves, as appropriate.
4.3(C) [Ways to Show] Connect grade-level appropriate science concepts with the history of science, science careers, and contributions of scientists
Ongoing TEKS
Ongoing TEKS
4.3(A) [Ways to Show] Analyze, evaluate, and critique scientific explanations by using evidence, logical reasoning, and experimental and observational testing
4.4(A) [Tools to Know] Collect, record, and analyze information using tools, including calculators, microscopes, cameras, computers, hand lenses, metric rulers, Celsius thermometers, spring scales, balances, graduated cylinders, beakers, hot plates, meter sticks, magnets, collecting nets, and notebooks; timing devices; and materials to support observations of habitats of organisms such as terrariums and aquariums
Student Learning Targets:
Student Learning Targets:
- I will demonstrate safe use of science equipment.
- I will write to explain why safety in science is important.
Essential Questions:
Essential Questions:
- Why is safe and correct use of science equipment important?
- How do scientific tools aid in experiments?
- How would experiments be different without scientific tools?
Extra Information:
Extra Information:
Adopted Textbook: ScienceFusion, Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
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