4th Grade Science Unit 3

Big Idea:

Energy exists in a variety of forms that can be transferred between objects.

Student Expectations:

Priority TEKS

4.6(A) [Readiness] Differentiate among forms of energy, including mechanical, sound, electrical, light, and heat/thermal

Focus TEKS

4.6(B) [Supporting] Differentiate between conductors and insulators of thermal and electrical energy

4.6(C) [Supporting] Demonstrate that electricity travels in a closed path, creating an electrical circuit

Ongoing 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

4.2(A) [Tools to Know] Plan and implement descriptive investigations, including asking well-defined questions, making inferences, and selecting and using appropriate equipment or technology to answer his/her questions

4.2(B) [Ways to Show] Collect and record data by observing and measuring, using the metric system, and using descriptive words and numerals such as labeled drawings, writing, and concept maps

4.2(F) [Ways to Show] Communicate valid oral and written results supported by data

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:

• I will explore the various forms of energy.
• I will analyze the similarities and differences between forms of energy.
• I will compare and contrast conductors and insulators in writing.
• I will demonstrate that electricity travels in a closed path.

Essential Questions:

• Where does energy come from?
• What are some ways that energy can be transferred?
• What type of materials would make a good insulator/conductor?
• Where are different types of energy found in the world around you?
• How does an electric circuit work?

Extra Information:

Adopted Textbook: ScienceFusion, Houghton Mifflin Harcourt

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