Physical Science
Syllabus
Physical Science Syllabus Oravet.docxLESSON PLANS AND LEARNING TARGETS
WEEK OF 10/21-10/25
Monday (10/21)
Learning Target: I can separate of solution.
Plan:
-Review solutions study guide
-write procedure for separating a solution/mixture (rock salt)
Thursday (10/22)
Learning Target: I can separate of solution.
Plan:
-Separating Mixtures Lab - carry out procedure for purifying rock salt.
Wednesday (10/23)
Learning Target: I can analyze the properties of solutions.
Plan:
-Gimkit - solutions
Thursday (10/24)
Learning Target: I can use chromatography to analyze the properties of a solution.
Plan:
-Review solutions quiz
-AMSTI 4 - Getting Started and Inquiry 4.1
-Chromatography setup
Friday (10/25)
Learning Target: I can use chromatography to analyze the properties of a solution.
Plan:
-AMSTI 4.2 Lab - Analyzing solutes in different solvents
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Monday (10/14)
Learning Target:
Plan:
-TEACHER WORK DAY - NO STUDENTS
Thursday (10/15)
Learning Target: I can describe the difference between ionic and covalent solutions.
Plan:
-Polyurethane Foam demonstration (exothermic reaction)
-Ionic/Covalent solutions notes
Wednesday (10/16)
Learning Target: I can analyze the properties of solutions.
Plan:
-Methylene Blue demonstration - oscillating reaction (covalent solution)
-Solutions study guide
Thursday (10/17)
Learning Target: I can demonstrate my knowledge of solutions.
Plan:
-Solutions quiz
Friday (10/18)
Learning Target: I can describe the properties of solutions and the law of conservation of mass.
Plan:
-Law of conservation of mass reading guide
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Monday (10/7)
Learning Target:
I can create a saturated solution of sodium nitrate.
I can determine the solubility of a substance.
Plan:
-AMSTI 11 Lab - Finish Conclusions and Reflections
-"Solubility and Saturated Solutions" article
-Review Lab data as a whole group.
Thursday (10/8)
Learning Target:
I can create and measure a solution in order to demonstrate the law of conservation of mass.
Plan:
-AMSTI 12 Lab - Mass, Volume, and Dissolving
-Intro / MSDS Sheet - Lab safety
-Procedure - create a solution of ethanol and water to show the law of conservation of mass.
Wednesday (10/9)
Learning Target: I can determine how creating a solution changes physical properties.
Plan:
-AMSTI 12.1 (cont'd) - Dissolving a solid and measuring mass to demonstrate the law of conservation of mass
Thursday (10/10)
Learning Target: I can describe and analyze the properties of a solution.
Plan:
-Solutions quiz
Friday (10/11)
Learning Target: N/A
Plan:
-NO SCHOOL FOR STUDENTS
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Monday (9/30)
Learning Target:
I can describe the properties and components of a solution.
Plan:
- Solution Introduction Notes
- Intro to Lab 11 & 12
- -MSDS - Lab chemicals
Thursday (10/1)
Learning Target:
I can create a saturated solution of sodium nitrate.
Plan:
-AMSTI 11 Lab - Finish Conclusions and Reflections
-"Solubility and Saturated Solutions" article
-Review Lab data as a whole group.
Wednesday (10/2)
Learning Target:
I can create and measure a solution in order to demonstrate the law of conservation of mass.
Plan:
-AMSTI 12 Lab - Mass, Volume, and Dissolving
-Intro / MSDS Sheet - Lab safety
-Procedure - create a solution of ethanol and water to show the law of conservation of mass.
Thursday (10/3)
Learning Target: I can determine how creating a solution changes physical properties.
Plan:
-AMSTI 12.1 (cont'd) - Dissolving a solid and measuring mass to demonstrate the law of conservation of mass
Friday (10/4)
Learning Target: I can create a solution to preserve a mummy.
Plan:
-Mummification lab - cross-subject lesson with world history
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Learning Target: I can use the periodic table to determine the number of protons, neutrons, and electrons in an atom.
I can describe the development of the modern atomic model.
Plan:
-Atoms Unit Test Review / Study
Tuesday (9/24)
Learning Target: I can use the periodic table to determine the number of protons, neutrons, and electrons in an atom.
I can describe the development of the modern atomic model.
Plan:
-Atoms Unit Test
Wednesday (9/25)
Learning Target: I can determine the characteristic properties of metals, nonmetals, and metalloids.
Plan:
-Metals notes and properties
Thursday (9/26)
Learning Target: I can determine the characteristic properties of metals, nonmetals, and metalloids.
Plan:
-Nonmetals / Metalloids notes and properties
Friday (9/27)
Learning Target: I can determine the characteristic properties of metals, nonmetals, and metalloids.
Plan:
-Metals / Nonmetals / Metalloids Guided Reading - Review
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Monday (9/16)
Learning Target: I can use the periodic table to determine the number of protons, neutrons, and electrons in an atom.
Plan:
-P/N/E practice problems - Atoms Family and practice problems
Tuesday (9/17)
Learning Target: I can use the periodic table to determine the number of protons, neutrons, and electrons in an atom.
Plan:
-P/N/E practice problems - Periodic Table Search
-P/N/E Quiz
Wednesday (9/18)
Learning Target: I can calculate the number of protons, neutrons, and electrons in an atom.
Plan:
-Atoms Unit Test Review
Thursday (9/19)
Learning Target: I can calculate the number of protons, neutrons, and electrons in an atom.
Plan:
-Atoms Unit Test Review and Study Guide
Friday (9/20)
Learning Target:
Plan:
-SCANTRON TESTING
Monday (9/9)
Learning Target: I can describe the development of the atomic model.
Plan:
-Finish Atomic Theory Webquest
Thursday (9/10)
Learning Target: I can create a timeline to describe the development of the atomic model.
Plan:
-Development of Atomic Theory notes.
-Atomic Theory Graphic organizer
I can create a timeline to describe the development of the atomic model.
Wednesday (9/11)
Learning Target: I can describe the uses of atomic energy.
Plan:
-Atomic Energy Article analysis
Thursday (9/12)
Learning Target: I can describe the uses of atomic energy.
Plan:
-Atomic Energy Article analysis
Friday (9/13)
Learning Target: I can use the periodic table to determine the number of protons, neutrons, and electrons in an atom.
Plan:
-P/N/E practice introduction notes
Monday (9/2)
Learning Target:
Plan:
- NO SCHOOL - LABOR DAY
Tuesday (9/3)
Learning Target: I can calculate density and compare densities of different objects.
Plan:
-Density review problems / practice test
Wednesday (9/4)
Learning Target: I can describe how density is a characteristic property of matter.
Plan:
-Density group review
Thursday (9/5)
Learning Target: I can demonstrate my knowledge of density.
Plan:
-Density Unit Test (rescheduled from last Friday)
Friday (9/6)
Learning Target: I can describe the development of the atomic model.
Plan:
-Development of Atomic Theory notes.
-Atomic Theory Graphic organizer
I can create a timeline to describe the development of the atomic model.
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Learning Target: I can determine the composition of a mystery substance in order to demonstrate that density is a characteristic property of matter.
Plan:
- Finish Lab 2 procedure.
- Lab 2 reflections and articles
Tuesday (8/27)
Learning Target: I can create a lab procedure to determine the density of a gas.
Plan:
-AMSTI 4.1 Introduction – Density of Air demonstrations – syringe and funnel
-Describe air as having mass and volume
Wednesday (8/28)
Learning Target: I can create a lab procedure to determine the density of a gas.
Plan:
-Groups create their own procedure for calculating the density of air.
-AMSTI 4.1 Procedure - calculating the density of air using a pump/bottle apparatus.
Thursday 8/29)
Learning Target: I can calculate the density of air and compare it to other states of matter.
Plan:
-Finish AMSTI 4 lab
-Deadly Density article
-Review Density / Practice problems and application
Friday (8/30)
Learning Target: I can demonstrate my knowledge of density.
Plan:
-Density Unit Test
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Monday (8/26)
Learning Target: I can determine the composition of a mystery substance in order to demonstrate that density is a characteristic property of matter.
Plan:
- Finish Lab 2 procedure.
- Lab 2 reflections and articles
Tuesday (8/27)
Learning Target: I can create a lab procedure to determine the density of a gas.
Plan:
-AMSTI 4.1 Introduction – Density of Air demonstrations – syringe and funnel
-Describe air as having mass and volume
Wednesday (8/28)
Learning Target: I can create a lab procedure to determine the density of a gas.
Plan:
-Groups create their own procedure for calculating the density of air.
-AMSTI 4.1 Procedure - calculating the density of air using a pump/bottle apparatus.
Thursday 8/29)
Learning Target: I can calculate the density of air and compare it to other states of matter.
Plan:
-Finish AMSTI 4 lab
-Deadly Density article
-Review Density / Practice problems and application
Friday (8/30)
Learning Target: I can demonstrate my knowledge of density.
Plan:
-Density Unit Test
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Monday (8/19)
Learning Target: I can observe characteristics of matter. I can identify and use lab equipment.
Plan:
- AMSTI Lab 1 - Introducing the Properties of Matter (Mini Labs)
Tuesday (8/20)
Learning Target: I can observe characteristics of matter. I can identify and use lab equipment.
Plan:
- AMSTI Lab 1 - Introducing the Properties of Matter (Mini Labs)
Wednesday (8/21)
Learning Target: I can observe characteristics of matter. I can identify and use lab equipment.
Plan:
- Finish last station of AMSTI Lab 1 - Introducing the Properties of Matter (Mini Labs)
Thursday (8/22)
Learning Target: I can identify density as a characteristic property of matter.
Plan:
- "What is Matter" article
- AMSTI 2.1 Lab - Measuring the mass, volume, and density of water.
- Calculating density introduction
Friday (8/23)
Learning Target: I can calculate the density of a known substance.
Plan:
- Calculating Density - practice
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Monday (8/12)
Learning Target: I can describe and demonstrate correct lab safety procedures.
Plan:
-Lab safety Information
-Work on lab signs.
Tuesday (8/13)
Learning Target: I can describe and demonstrate correct lab safety procedures.
Plan:
-Lab safety Information
-Work on lab signs.
Wednesday (8/14)
Learning Target: I can describe and demonstrate correct lab safety procedures.
Plan:
-Lab safety notes and lab equipment tour.
Thursday (8/15)
Learning Target: I can demonstrate my knowledge of Lab Safety.
Plan:
-Lab Safety Quiz - 80% is a passing score.
Friday (8/16)
Learning Target: I can identify characteristic properties of matter.
Plan:
-Begin Lab 1 Stations to observe properties of matter.
Monday (5/6)
Learning Target: I can use Newton's laws of motion to calculate force and momentum.
Plan:
-Review Newtons Laws quiz
-Momentum Practice problems.
Tuesday (5/7)
Learning Target: I can use Newton's laws of motion to calculate force and momentum.
Plan:
-Force and Momentum practice problems.
-Begin study guide
Wednesday (5/8)
Learning Target: I can describe Newton's three laws of motion.
Plan:
-Review Newton's Laws / study guide
Thursday (5/9)
Learning Target: I can demonstrate my knowledge of Newton's Laws
Plan:
-Newton's laws unit test
Friday (5/10)
Learning Target: Final Exam Review
Plan:
-Final Exam Review / Study Guide
Monday (4/29)
Learning Target: I can use Newton's laws of motion to describe friction and force.
Plan:
-AMSTI Lab 4 Getting Started
Tuesday (4/30)
Learning Target: I can calculate force and momentum
Plan:
-Force and Momentum practice problems.
Wednesday (5/1)
Learning Target: I can use Newton's laws of motion to describe friction and force.
Plan:
-AMSTI Lab 4.1 Procedure
Thursday (5/2)
Learning Target: I can use Newton's laws of motion to describe the affect of mass on force.
Plan:
-AMSTI Lab 4.2 Procedure - Relating changes in force to changes in load (mass)
Friday (5/3)
Learning Target: I can use Newton's laws of motion to describe the affect of surface area on force.
Plan:
-AMSTI Lab 4.3 Procedure
-Scientific Articles
-Lab 4 Reflections
Monday (4/22)
Learning Target: I can use Newton's laws of motion to describe intertia and momentum.
Plan:
-Finish Newton's laws notes
-Newtons 1st/2nd Law of Motion reading guide
Tuesday (4/23)
Learning Target: I can use Newton's laws of motion to describe intertia and momentum.
Plan:
-Forces and Gravity Virtual Lab
Wednesday (4/24)
Learning Target: I can calculate force, potential energy, and kinetic energy.
Plan:
-Review force calculations
-Force practice problems.
Thursday (4/25)
Learning Target: I can calculate momentum.
Plan:
-Review momentum calculations
-Momentum practice problems.
Friday (4/26)
Learning Target: I can demonstrate my knowledge of force calculations.
Plan:
-Quiz on force, momentum, PE, and KE.
Monday (4/15)
Learning Target:
Plan:
-Standardized Testing
Tuesday (4/16)
Learning Target:
Plan:
-Standardized Testing
Wednesday (4/17)
Learning Target: I can describe Newton's 1st Law of Motion
Plan:
-Review Motion test and answers
-Newton's Laws notes
Thursday (4/18)
Learning Target: I can describe Newton's 2nd Law of Motion
Plan:
-Newton's Laws notes
Friday (4/19)
Learning Target: I can describe Newton's 3rd Law of Motion
Plan:
-Newton's Laws notes/reading guide
Monday (3/18)
Learning Target: I can describe the motion of moving objects.
Plan:
-Motion introduction notes
Tuesday (3/19)
Learning Target: I can calculate the speed and acceleration of a moving object.
Plan:
-Speed and Acceleration practice problems
Wednesday (3/20)
Learning Target: I can calculate the speed and acceleration of a moving object.
Plan:
-Acceleration Notes/Examples
-Acceleration practice problems.
Thursday (3/21)
Learning Target: I can calculate the speed and acceleration of a moving object.
Plan:
-Acceleration practice - small groups
Friday (3/22)
Learning Target: I can demonstrate my knowledge of speed and acceleration.
Plan:
-Speed and Acceleration Quiz
Monday (3/11)
Learning Target: I can compare the different waves on the EM spectrum
Plan:
-Review EM graphic organizer
-EM reading/study guide
Tuesday (3/12)
Learning Target: I can describe the uses of EM waves.
Plan:
-EM Waves Quiz
-Pre-lab - Forces and Motion Inquiry Stations
Wednesday (3/13)
Learning Target: I can observe forces and motion.
Plan:
-Lab 1 - Forces and Motion Inquiry Stations
Thursday (3/14)
Learning Target: I can observe forces and motion.
Plan:
-Lab 1 - Forces and Motion Inquiry Stations
Friday (3/15)
Learning Target: I can observe forces and motion.
Plan:
-Lab 1 - Forces and Motion Inquiry Stations
Monday (3/4)
Learning Target: I can describe the electromagnetic spectrum.
Plan:
-EM Spectrum introduction notes
-Begin Presentations
Tuesday (3/5)
Learning Target: I can describe the uses of EM waves.
Plan:
-Presentations - groups will create a presentation about a type of EM wave
Wednesday (3/6)
Learning Target: I can describe the uses of EM waves.
Plan:
-Presentations - groups will create a presentation about a type of EM wave
-Begin presentations
Thursday (3/7)
Learning Target: I can compare and contrast the different types of EM waves.
Plan:
-Finish presentations
-EM graphic organizers - filled out with information from presentations.
Friday (3/8)
Learning Target:
Plan:
-Teacher Work Day
Monday (2/18)
Learning Target:
Plan:
-NO SCHOOL
Tuesday (2/19)
Learning Target: I can model a transverse wave to demonstrate its properties.
Plan:
-Lab 5.1 - Modelling transverse waves
Wednesday (2/20)
Learning Target: I can model a longitudinal wave to demonstrate its properties.
Plan:
-Lab 5.2 - Modelling longitudinal waves
Thursday (2/21)
Learning Target: I can compare and contrast longitudinal and transverse waves.
Plan:
-Lab 5 Reflections and Articles
Friday (2/22)
Learning Target: I can calculate frequency, speed, and wavelength.
Plan:
-Wave properties guided practice sheet.
Monday (2/11)
Learning Target: I can describe the interactions of mechanical waves.
Plan:
-Wave interaction notes.
Tuesday (2/12)
Learning Target: I can compare and contrast longitudinal and transverse waves.
Plan:
-Wave characteristics, properties, and interactions study guide.
Wednesday (2/13)
Learning Target: I can describe the interactions of mechanical waves.
Plan:
-Chapter 15.2 - Properties of Mechanical Waves
Thursday (2/14)
Learning Target: I can analyze the interactions of waves.
Plan:
-Chapter 15.3 - Interactions of Waves
Friday (2/15)
Learning Target:
Plan:
-NO SCHOOL
Monday (2/4)
Learning Target: I can calculate voltage, current, resistance, and power.
Plan:
-Review electricity calculations. Practice problems.
Tuesday (2/5)
Learning Target: Electricity Test Review
Plan:
-Review for electricity test (groups).
Wednesday (2/6)
Learning Target: I can demonstrate my knowledge of electricity.
Plan:
-Electricity Test
Thursday (2/7)
Learning Target: I can describe the characteristics of mechanical waves.
Plan:
-Waves introduction - properties of mechanical waves notes.
Friday (2/8)
Learning Target: I can compare and contrast longitudinal and transverse waves.
Plan:
-Longitudinal and transverse waves reading guide.
Monday (1/28)
Learning Target: I can calculate resistance using lab data.
Plan:
-Lab 2.2 - Measure resistance along nichrome wires of different lengths and diameter.
Tuesday (1/29)
Learning Target: I can analyze the impact of resistance on electrical devices.
Plan:
-Lab 2.3 - Build a simple circuit and measure the affect of resistance on a spinning fan blade.
Wednesday (1/30)
Learning Target: I can measure capacitance in a simple circuit.
Plan:
-Lab 2.4 - Measuring capacitance in a circuit
Thursday (1/31)
Learning Target: I can analyze the affect resistance on current, voltage, and power.
Plan:
-Lab 2 Performance Assessment - Use your knowledge of electricity to change the speed of a fan attached to a DC motor.
Friday (2/1)
Learning Target: I can analyze the affect resistance on current, voltage, and power.
Plan:
-Lab 2 - Resistance and Capacitance reflections and review.
Monday (1/21)
Learning Target: NO SCHOOL
Plan:
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Tuesday (1/22)
Learning Target: I can describe the anatomy and functions of a battery.
Plan:
-Battery terminology and function.
Wednesday (1/23)
Learning Target: I can measure resistance in a simple circuit.
Plan:
-Lab 2 - Getting Started and Lab 2.1 Procedure
Thursday (1/24)
Learning Target: I can calculate resistance using lab data.
Plan:
-Lab 2.2 - Measure resistance along nichrome wires of different lengths and diameter.
Friday (1/25)
Learning Target: I can analyze the impact of resistance on electrical devices.
Plan:
-Lab 2.3 - Build a simple circuit and measure the affect of resistance on a spinning fan blade.
Monday (1/14)
Learning Target: I can describe and observe the basic principles of electricity.
Plan:
-Lab pre-assessment. Electricity article and Lab reflections/review.
Tuesday (1/15)
Learning Target: I can describe and observe the basic principles of electricity.
Plan:
-Chapter 20, Section 2 Review Guide. Describing the relationship between voltage and current.
Wednesday (1/16)
Learning Target: I can compare and contrast series and parallel circuits.
Plan:
-Lab 1.1 - Set up and compare/contrast circuits with series/parallel compound batteries.
Thursday (1/17)
Learning Target: I can measure current using an ammeter.
Plan:
-Lab 1.2 - Measure current flowing through an electrical circuit.
Friday (1/18)
Learning Target: I can analyze the relationship between batteries and current.
Plan:
-Lab 1.3 - Measure affect of battery number and configuration on current.
Thursday (1/3)
Learning Target: I can describe the basic principles of electricity.
Plan:
-Electricity introduction
Friday (1/4)
Learning Target: I can describe and observe the basic principles of electricity.
Plan:
-Lab pre-assessment. Circuit of inquiries.
Monday (1/7)
Learning Target: I can describe and observe the basic principles of electricity.
Plan:
-Lab pre-assessment. Circuit of inquiries.
Tuesday (1/8)
Learning Target: I can describe and observe the basic principles of electricity.
Plan:
-PA2 and PA3 lab Procedures
Wednesday (1/9)
Learning Target: I can describe and observe the basic principles of electricity.
Plan:
-Finish PA3 Procedure
Thursday (1/10)
Learning Target: I can describe and observe the basic principles of electricity.
Plan:
-Pre-Assessment lab reflections and reading selections.
Friday (1/11)
Learning Target: I can describe the interaction and conversion between thermal, chemical, and electrical energy.
Plan:
-Pre-Assessment lab review. Introduce construction of working electrical circuits.
Monday (12/10)
Learning Target: Final Exam Review
Plan:
-Final Exam Study Guide
Thursday (12/11)
Learning Target: Final Exam Review
Plan:
-Final Exam Study Guide
Wednesday (12/12)
Learning Target: Final Exam
Plan:
-Final Exam
Thursday (12/13)
Learning Target: Final Exam Review
Plan:
-Review Final Exam
Friday (12/14)
Learning Target:
Plan:
-Assembly
Monday (12/3)
Learning Target: I can balance a chemical equation in order to demonstrate the law of conservation of mass.
Plan:
-Balancing Chemical Equations Practice Problems - Finish from Friday
Thursday (12/4)
Learning Target: I can describe how to control chemical reaction rates.
Plan:
-Controlling Chemical Reactions Reading Guide
Wednesday (12/5)
Learning Target: I can analyze how chemical reaction rates can be changed.
Plan:
-AMSTI 4 articles and reflections.
Thursday (12/6)
Learning Target: I can demonstrate my knowledge of chemical reactions.
Plan:
-Chemical Reaction Quiz (no balancing equations)
Friday (12/7)
Learning Target: Final Exam Review
Plan:
-Final Exam Review
Monday (11/26)
Learning Target: I can balance a chemical equation in order to demonstrate the law of conservation of mass.
Plan:
-Balancing Chemical Equations Practice Problems.
Thursday (11/27)
Learning Target: I can balance a chemical equation in order to demonstrate the law of conservation of mass.
Plan:
-Balancing Chemical Equations Practice Problems.
-Review for test tomorrow
Wednesday (11/28)
Learning Target: I demonstrate my knowledge of the law of conservation of mass.
Plan:
-Balancing Chemical Equations/Law of Conservation of Mass Test
Thursday (11/29)
Learning Target: I can carry out hydrolysis in a closed system in order to demonstrate the law of conservation of mass.
Plan:
-Hydrolysis Lab Procedure
Friday (11/30)
Learning Target: I can demonstrate my knowledge of the law of conservation of mass.
Plan:
-Hydrolysis lab articles and reflections.
Monday (11/12)
Learning Target:
Plan:
-NO SCHOOL
Thursday (11/13)
Learning Target: I can identify change coefficients to balance a chemical equation.
Plan:
-Practice changing coefficients and identifying types of reactions.
Wednesday (11/14)
Learning Target: I can balance a chemical equation in order to demonstrate the law of conservation of mass.
Plan:
-Balancing Chemical Equations Practice Problems.
Thursday (11/15)
Learning Target: I can balance a chemical equation in order to demonstrate the law of conservation of mass.
Plan:
-Balancing Chemical Equations Practice Problems.
Friday (11/16)
Learning Target: I can demonstrate my knowledge of the law of conservation of mass.
Plan:
-Law of Conservation of Mass study guide
Monday (11/5)
Learning Target: I can describe the different types of chemical reactions.
Plan:
-Review AMSTI 4 lab about solubility
-Chemical Reactions introduction (types of Chemical Reactions)
Thursday (11/6)
Learning Target: I can identify reactants and products in a chemical reaction.
Plan:
-Identifying coefficients in chemical compounds notes/practice
Wednesday (11/7)
Learning Target: I can identify reactants and products in a chemical reaction.
Plan:
-Balancing Chemical Equations introduction
Thursday (11/8)
Learning Target: I can describe the different types of chemical reactions.
Plan:
-Ch. 6.1 Vocabulary and Review Questions
Friday (11/9)
Learning Target: I can balance a chemical equation in order to demonstrate the law of conservation of mass.
Plan:
-Balancing Equations practice problems
Monday (10/29)
Learning Target:
Plan:
-Guest Speaker - red ribbon week
Thursday (10/30)
Learning Target: I can use chromatography to analyze the properties of a solution.
Plan:
-Review solutions quiz
-AMSTI 4 - Getting Started and Inquiry 4.1
-Chromatography setup
Wednesday (10/31)
Learning Target: I can use chromatography to analyze the properties of a solution.
Plan:
-AMSTI 4.2 Lab - Analyzing solutes in different solvents
Thursday (11/1)
Learning Target: I can use chromatography to analyze the properties of a solution.
Plan:
-AMSTI 4.3 Lab - Forensics application lab - Students use chromatography to solve a "crime" and process an evidence sample.
Friday (11/2)
Learning Target: I can use chromatography to analyze the properties of a solution.
Plan:
-AMSTI 4 Articles and Reflections
Monday (10/22)
Learning Target: I can describe the difference between ionic and covalent solutions.
Plan:
-Ionic/Covalent solutions notes
Thursday (10/23)
Learning Target: I can analyze the properties of solutions.
Plan:
-Solutions study guide
Wednesday (10/24)
Learning Target: I can demonstrate my knowledge of solutions.
Plan:
-Solutions quiz
Thursday (10/25)
Learning Target: I can identify when a chemical reaction takes place.
Plan:
-AMSTI Lab 1 - Chemical Reaction demonstrations.
Friday (10/26)
Learning Target: I can create a solution to preserve a mummy.
Plan:
-Mummification lab - cross-subject lesson with world history
Monday (10/15)
Learning Target:
I can analyze lab data to prove the law of conservation of mass.
Plan:
-AMSTI 11 Lab - Finish Conclusions and Reflections
-Review Lab data as a whole group.
Thursday (10/16)
Learning Target:
I can identify the types of solutions and their components.
Plan:
-Solutions review and study guide.
Wednesday (10/17)
Learning Target: I can describe the factors that affect solubility.
Plan:
-Ch 7.2 Study Guide Review
Thursday (10/18)
Learning Target: I can describe the affect of temperature on solubility.
Plan:
-Graph Interpretation - Solubility of KNO3 at different temperatures
Friday (10/19)
Learning Target: I can identify when a chemical reaction takes place.
Plan:
-AMSTI Lab 1 - Mini-lab inquiries
Monday (10/8)
NO SCHOOL FOR STUDENTS
Thursday (10/9)
Learning Target:
I can create a saturated solution of sodium nitrate.
Plan:
-AMSTI 11 Lab - Finish Conclusions and Reflections
-"Solubility and Saturated Solutions" article
-Review Lab data as a whole group.
Wednesday (10/10)
Learning Target:
I can create and measure a solution in order to demonstrate the law of conservation of mass.
Plan:
-AMSTI 12 Lab - Mass, Volume, and Dissolving
-Intro / MSDS Sheet - Lab safety
-Procedure - create a solution of ethanol and water to show the law of conservation of mass.
Thursday (10/11)
Learning Target: I can determine how creating a solution changes physical properties.
Plan:
-AMSTI 12.1 (cont'd) - Dissolving a solid and measuring mass to demonstrate the law of conservation of mass
Friday (10/10)
Learning Target: N/A
Plan:
-Counseling Presentation
Monday (10/1)
Learning Target:
I can identify trends in the periodic table.
Plan:
-Metals/Nonmetals/Metalloids Review
-Introduce solutions lab for tomorrow
-Review MSDS for lab chemicals
Thursday (10/2)
Learning Target:
I can create a saturated solution.
Plan:
-AMSTI 10 Lab - Creating Solutions
Wednesday (10/3)
Learning Target:
I can differentiate between saturated and unsaturated solutions.
Plan:
-Solutions notes - saturated, unsaturated, supersaturated
-Effects of saturation on chemical properties of solutions.
Thursday (10/4)
Learning Target: I can differentiate between different types of solutions.
Plan:
-AMSTI 11 Lab - Analyzing Solutions
Friday (10/5)
NO SCHOOL FOR STUDENTS
Monday (9/24)
Learning Target:
I can identify trends in the periodic table.
I can describe the properties of metals.
Plan:
-Locate the different types of metals on the periodic table. Identify their properties and relative reactivity.
Thursday (9/25)
Learning Target:
I can identify trends in the periodic table.
I can describe the properties of nonmetals and metalloids.
Plan:
-Locate nonmetals and metalloids on the periodic table. Identify their properties and reactivity.
Wednesday (9/26)
Learning Target:
I can identify trends in the periodic table.
Plan:
-Review trends and properties of the different types of elements.
-Periodic Table quiz
Thursday (9/27)
Learning Target: I can describe the development of the periodic table.
Plan:
-Organizing the Elements Assessment Questions (Ch. 4.2)
-Organizing the Elements Reading Guide
Friday (9/28)
Learning Target: I can identify the characteristic properties of metals.
Plan:
-Analyzing Data of Metals (Ch. 4.3, Melting Point Analysis)
-Properties of Metals Assessment Questions (Ch. 4.3)
Monday (9/17)
Learning Target: I can describe the development of the atomic model.
I can identify the location and charge of subatomic particles.
Plan:
-Review Atoms Family Subatomic Particles guide
-Review information found in periodic table squares
Thursday (9/18)
Learning Target: I can use a periodic table to determine the number of subatomic particles in an element.
Plan:
-Using the Periodic Table to determine the number of Protons/Neutrons/Electrons in any element.
Wednesday (9/19)
Learning Target: I can calculate the number of protons, neutrons, and electrons in an atom.
Plan:
-Review Protons/Neutrons/Electrons - practice problems
-Protons/Neutrons/Electrons Quiz
Thursday (9/20)
Learning Target: I can calculate the number of protons, neutrons, and electrons in an atom.
I can describe the development of the atomic model.
Plan:
-Atoms Review Guide
Friday (9/21)
Learning Target: I can demonstrate my knowledge of atoms.
Plan:
-Atoms Unit Test
Monday (9/10)
Learning Target: I can describe the development of the atomic model.
Plan:
-Development of Atomic Theory notes.
-Atomic Theory Graphic organizer
I can create a timeline to describe the development of the atomic model.
Thursday (9/11)
Learning Target: I can describe the uses of atomic energy.
Plan:
-Atomic Energy Article analysis
Wednesday (9/12)
Learning Target: I can describe the development of the atomic model.
Plan:
-Atomic Theory Webquest
Thursday (9/13)
Learning Target: I can calculate the number of protons, neutrons, and electrons in an atom.
Plan:
-Protons, neutrons, and electrons notes and calculations
Friday (9/14)
Learning Target: I can use the periodic table to determine the number of protons, neutrons, and electrons in an atom.
Plan:
-P/N/E practice problems
Monday (9/3)
Learning Target: NO SCHOOL
Plan:
Thursday (9/6)
Learning Target: I can create a lab procedure to determine the density of a gas.
Plan:
-AMSTI 4.1 Introduction – Density of Air demonstrations – syringe and funnel
-Describe air as having mass and volume
Wednesday (9/5)
Learning Target: I can create a lab procedure to determine the density of a gas.
Plan:
-Groups create their own procedure for calculating the density of air.
-AMSTI 4.1 Procedure - calculating the density of air using a pump/bottle apparatus.
Thursday (9/6)
Learning Target: I can calculate the density of air and compare it to other states of matter.
Plan:
-Finish AMSTI 4 lab
-Deadly Density article
-Start atomic theory notes
Friday (9/7)
Learning Target: I can describe the development of the atomic model.
Plan:
-Development of Atomic Theory notes.
-Atomic Theory Graphic organizer
I can create a timeline to describe the development of the atomic model.
Monday (8/27)
Learning Target: I can measure the volume of an irregular object using water displacement.
Plan:
-AMSTI 2.3 Lab - Measuring volume and density of irregular objects.
-"Archimedes Crowning Achievement" Article
Tuesday (8/28)
Learning Target: I can describe how density is a characteristic property of matter.
Plan:
-AMSTI Lab 2 Reflections, Conclusions, and Review
Wednesday (8/29)
Learning Target: I can calculate the density of a gas (air).
Plan:
-AMSTI 4.1 Procedure - calculating the density of air using a pump/bottle apparatus.
Thursday (8/30)
Learning Target: I can calculate density, mass, and volume.
Plan:
-Density practice problems and review study guide
Friday (8/31)
Learning Target: I can demonstrate my knowledge of density.
Plan:
-Density Unit Test
Monday (8/20)
Learning Target: I can observe characteristics of matter. I can identify and use lab equipment.
Plan:
-AMSTI Lab 1 - Introducing the Properties of Matter (Mini Labs)
Tuesday (8/21)
Learning Target: I can observe characteristics of matter. I can identify and use lab equipment.
Plan:
-AMSTI Lab 1 - Introducing the Properties of Matter (Mini Labs)
Wednesday (8/22)
Learning Target: I can identify density as a characteristic property of matter.
Plan:
-"What is Matter" article
-AMSTI 2.1 Lab - Measuring the mass, volume, and density of water.
Thursday (8/23)
Learning Target: I can calculate the density of a known substance.
Plan:
-Calculating Density - practice
Friday (8/24)
Learning Target: I can measure the volume of a regular object.
Plan:
--AMSTI 2.2 Lab - Measuring volume and density of regular objects.
Monday (8/13)
Learning Target: I can identify and locate lab safety equipment.
Plan:
-Lab safety tour - show locations of safety equipment and demonstrate uses
-Review Lab safety contracts - DUE WEDNESDAY
Tuesday (8/14)
Learning Target: I can identify and follow lab safety procedures
Plan:
-Review lab safety procedures and rules
Wednesday (8/15)
Learning Target: I can demonstrate my knowledge of lab safety.
Plan:
-Lab safety quiz
-Review MSDS sheets for tomorrow’s lab
Thursday (8/16)
Learning Target: I can observe characteristics of matter. I can identify and use lab equipment.
Plan:
-AMSTI Lab 1 - Introducing the Properties of Matter (Mini Labs)
Friday (8/17)
Learning Target: I can observe characteristics of matter. I can identify and use lab equipment.
Plan:
-AMSTI Lab 1 - Introducing the Properties of Matter (Mini Labs)