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Course Overview
Course Overview
The course aims to provide students with broad concepts of physics and chemistry that explain our understanding of matter, motion, energy, and the universe. It will allow students to make real-life connections. The course outcomes include explaining how the idea of atoms evolved and describing how properties of matter relate to their chemical structure. Students will be assessed through exams, quizzes, assignments, and activities. The grading will be based on assessments and assignments, including class participation, tasks, and major exams.
Grade 8 Physical Science
Unlock the fundamental principles of the physical world!
-structure and particle nature of matter
-the periodic table
-energy transformations
-waves
-laws of motion and
-core scientific processes
Week of November 3 -7
Chapter 6: Thermal Energy
Monday: Chapter Review - Homework: Study & Please bring a shoe box if you have to class for the labs on Wednesday and Thursday
Tuesday: Chapter 6 Test: Thermal Energy
Wednesday: Ch. 6 Lab: Design and Insulated Container - Please bring a shoe box if you have to class for the labs on Wednesday and Thursday
Thursday: Ch. 6 Lab: Design and Insulated Container - Please bring a shoe box if you have to class for the labs on Wednesday and Thursday
Friday: No - Class: Finance Friday
Chapter 6: Thermal Energy
Monday: Lesson 2: Thermal Energy Transfer
Tuesday: Lesson 2: Thermal Energy Transfer - Homework: Lesson Review p. 127 #1-8
Wednesday: Lesson 2: Thermal Energy Transfer - In Class Assignment (Open Book) - Homework: Study
Thursday: Lesson 1 & 2 Quiz & Lesson 3: Using Thermal Energy - Homework: Lesson Review p. 219 # 1-8
Friday: Lesson 3: Using Thermal Energy
Week of October 20 - 24
Chapter 6: Thermal Energy
Monday: Lesson 1: Thermal Energy, Temperature, and Heat
Tuesday: No Class - PSAT
Wednesday: Lesson 1: Thermal Energy, Temperature, and Heat - In Class Assignment (Open Book)
Thursday: No Class - Field Trip
Friday: No Class - Parent - Teacher Conferences
Week of October 13 - 17
Chapter 5: Energy and Energy Resources
Monday: No Class - Mid-Term Break
Tuesday: Lesson 3: Energy Resources
Wednesday: Lesson 3: Energy Resources - Homework: Lesson Review p. 185 & Finish Worksheet handed out in class today
Thursday: Lesson 1, 2, 3, Quiz....(Open Book) - Homework: Vocab Definitions Ch. 6.1 p.196
Friday: Ch. 6: Thermal Energy Lesson 1: Thermal Energy, Temperature, and Heat
Mid-Term Break October 6 - 13
Week of September 29 - October 3
Chapter 5: Energy and Energy Resources
Monday: Lesson 2: Energy Transformations
Tuesday: Lesson 2: Energy Transformations - Homework: Lesson Review p. 174
Wednesday: No Class - Girl Power and Real Talk Workshop
Thursday: No Class - Girl Power and Real Talk Workshop
Friday: Lesson 2: In Class Assignment (Open Book)
Week of September 22 - 26
Chapter 2:The Laws of Motion
Monday: Ch. 2 Review - Homework: Study
Tuesday: Chapter 2 Test: The Laws of Motion - Homework: Vocab Definitions for Ch. 5.1 on p. 160
Wednesday: Ch. 5: Energy and Energy Resources: Lesson 1: Forms of Energy
Thursday: Lesson 1: Forms of Energy - Homework: Lesson Review p. 166 # 1 - 9
Friday: Lesson 1: In Class Assignment (Open Book)
Week of September 15-19
Chapter 2:The Laws of Motion
Monday: Lesson 3: Newton's Second Law In Class Assignment (Open Book) & Start Lesson 4 - Homework: Lesson 4 Vocabulary Definitions p. 69
Tuesday: Lesson 4: Newton's Third Law - Homework: Lesson 4 Worksheets / Packet (Handed out in Class)
Wednesday: Lesson 4: Newton's Third Law In Class Assignment (Open Book)
Thursday: Lesson 3 & 4 Quiz
Friday: Ch. 2 Lab: The Laws of Motion
Ch. 2 Test... Tuesday, September 23rd!
Week of September 8-12
Chapter 2:The Laws of Motion
Monday: Lesson 2: Newton's First Law - Homework: Vocab Definitions p. 53
Tuesday: Lesson 2: Newton's First Law - Homework: Lesson Review p. 59 # 1 -9
Wednesday: Lesson 2 - In Class Assignment (Open Book) - Homework: Study
Thursday: Lesson 1 & 2 Quiz - Homework: Vocabulary Definitions p. 61
Friday: Lesson 3: Newton's Second Law
Week of September 1 - 5
Chapter 1: Describing Motion:
Monday: Ch. 1 Review in Class - Homework - Study
Tuesday: Ch. 1 Test....Homework - Lesson 2.1 Vocab Definitions p. 44
Wednesday: Ch. 2: The Laws of Motion Lesson 1: Gravity and Friction
Thursday: Lesson 1: Gravity and Friction - Homework p. 51 Lesson Review # 1 - 8 ( you can skip #7)
Friday: Lesson 1: In- Class Assignment (Open Book)
Week of August 25-29
Chapter 1: Describing Motion:
Monday: Ch. 1.1 and 1.2 Review - Homework: Study Ch. 1.1 & 1.2
Tuesday: Ch. 1.1 & 1.2 Quiz & Lesson 3: Acceleration - Homework: Ch. 1.3 Vocab Definitions p. 26 & Chapter Vocab Practice : p. 37 # 1 - 13
Wednesday: Lesson 3: Acceleration - Homework: Lesson Review p. 33 # 1 - 6
Thursday: Lesson 3: Acceleration - Lesson 3 In - Class Assignment
Friday: Chapter Lab: Calculate Average Speed from a Graph
Ch. 1 Test....Tuesday, September 2nd
Week of August 18 - 22
Chapter 1: Describing Motion:
Monday: Lesson 1: Position and Motion - Homework: Vocab Definitions from p. 8
Tuesday: Lesson 1: Position and Motion - Homework: Lesson Review on p. 14 (Numbers 1 - 8)
Wednesday: Lesson 2: Speed and Velocity - Homework: Vocab Definitions from p. 16
Thursday: Lesson 2: Speed and Velocity - Homework: Lesson Review on p. 24
Friday: Lesson 1 & Lesson 2 In-class Graded Assignment (Open Book)
Ch. 1.1 & 1.2 Quiz: Tuesday, August 12th
Week 1 Aug 13th - 15th
Textbooks, Class guidelines
Introduction to the Course
Scientific Enquiry
Additional Resources
Additional Resources
🔬 General Science & Physical Science Learning
🔬 General Science & Physical Science Learning
CK-12 Foundation
Topics: Matter, Energy, Forces, Motion, Waves, Atoms, Chemistry, etc.
Features: FlexBooks, simulations, practice questions, and videos.
Grade-level specific and free.
PhET Interactive Simulations
Topics: Physics and Chemistry concepts.
Features: Interactive simulations like gravity, motion, electricity, atoms, etc.
Great for visual and hands-on learners.
Topics: Chemistry, Physics, and general science.
Features: Videos, practice problems, and quizzes.
Free and aligned with many school standards.
Topics: Forces, motion, energy, space science, and engineering.
Features: Games, activities, and videos.
Fun space-themed science learning.
Science Buddies
Topics: Physical science project ideas and experiments.
Features: Step-by-step instructions for hands-on activities.
Great for enrichment and science fair prep.
🧪 Chemistry Focused
🧪 Chemistry Focused
Chem4Kids
Topics: Atoms, elements, reactions, and chemical properties.
Features: Articles and quizzes tailored for middle schoolers.
American Chemical Society - Middle School Chemistry
Topics: Chemical changes, bonding, atoms, states of matter.
Features: Lesson plans, experiments, and student activities.
⚡ Physics Focused
⚡ Physics Focused
Physics4Kids
Topics: Motion, forces, energy, electricity, and magnetism.
Features: Easy-to-understand explanations with visual aids.
PBS LearningMedia
Topics: Physical science videos, interactive lessons, and games.
Search by grade level and topic.
Aligned with NGSS (Next Generation Science Standards).
🌐 More Interactive & Fun Learning
🌐 More Interactive & Fun Learning
Legends of Learning
Topics: Games and simulations aligned to science curriculum.
Free access for students through school or teacher accounts.
BrainPOP
Topics: Chemistry, physics, energy, motion, and matter.
Features: Animated videos, quizzes, and related games.
Some content free; full access requires subscription.
National Geographic Education
Topics: Earth science, energy, weather, space, and more.
Great for enrichment through storytelling and visuals.
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