Physical Science

K-12 Science Instructional Guide

Physical Science Year-At-A-Glance

Quarter 1

Weeks 1-3: Matter and Its States

Weeks 4-6: Atoms

Weeks 7-9: Periodic Trends

Quarter 3

Weeks 1-2: Earth Science

Weeks 3-4: Populations and Carrying Capacity

Weeks 5-6: Food Webs

Weeks 7-8: Motion

Quarter 2

Weeks 1-3: Chemical Bonding

Weeks 4-7: Chemical Reactions

Quarter 4

Weeks 1-3: Forces

Weeks 4-6: Work, Power, and Energy

Weeks 7-9: Electricity and Magnetism

Physical Science Resources

Explore Learning Gizmos

All high school Science teachers have full access to Explore Learning's Gizmos online labs and simulations. Access is available through the employee portal on www.philasd.org. For a list of Gizmos aligned to the Keystone Biology Eligible Content, click here.