4th Grade Science Unit 4

Big Idea:

Forces can influence an object’s motion.

Student Expectations:

Focus TEKS

4.6(D) [Supporting] Design an experiment to test the effect of force on an object such as a push or a pull, gravity, friction, or magnetism

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(E) [Tools to Know] Perform repeated investigations to increase the reliability of results

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(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(C) [Ways to Show] Construct simple tables, charts, bar graphs, and maps using tools and current technology to organize, examine, and evaluate data

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 identify and explore different forces and their effects.
• I will design an experiment to test a force or forces on an object.
• I will perform repeated investigations and write about the reliability of my results.

Essential Questions:

• How does a force effect motion?
• What makes the results of an experiment reliable?

Extra Information:

Adopted Textbook: ScienceFusion, Houghton Mifflin Harcourt

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