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Inspirational Quote of the Day: “If a man will begin with certainties, he shall end in doubts; but if he will be content to begin with doubts, he shall end in certainties.”

― Francis Bacon, The Oxford Francis Bacon IV: The Advancement of Learning 

Objective: Students will research, analyze data, make predictions, and construct explanations based on evidence which are kep components of NGSS practices

Standards:

Engaging in March Mammal Madness allows students to analyze data, make predictions, and construct explanations based on evidence, all of which are key components of NGSS-aligned scientific practices. It also provides opportunities for students to explore concepts related to ecosystems, adaptation, and biological diversity, aligning with NGSS disciplinary core ideas. 

• MS-LS2-1: Analyze and interpret data to provide evidence for the effects of resource availability on organisms and populations of organisms in an ecosystem.

• MS-LS2-2: Construct an explanation that predicts patterns of interactions among organisms across multiple ecosystems.

• MS-SP1-1: Ask questions that arise from careful observation of phenomena, models, or unexpected results, to clarify and/or seek additional information. 

• MS-SP8-1: Construct a scientific explanation based on evidence for how environmental and genetic factors influence the growth of organisms. 

Warm-Up: 

Vocab Escape Room Race Starting Line

Take 5 Warm-up

To Do List:

1)Researching Take a Bow

Check for Understanding:

Norm Focused Reflection 

Homework: None-Brackets are to be completed in class on Friday March 1st.