Water

Topic 1: Introduction to Water

Activity- Vocabulary

Learning Target: Identify and define new vocabulary words pertaining to water.

Look Fors:

• I can identify one additional word pertaining to the topic of water and use the video to define the word.
• I can create one Google Slide displaying one of the vocabulary words.
  • I will include the definition, pictures, and examples to explain the vocabulary word.

Assignment-

1. Watch the BrainPop video titled, Water, and complete the worksheet provided by your teacher.
2. Using the class's Google Slide (Class B, or Class E), create one digital vocabulary card. Make sure to provide different aspects of the word such as, but not limited to...definition, pictures/diagrams, sentences, part of speech, synonyms/ antonyms, etc.

Topic 2: States of Matter

Activity- Design Your Own Investigation

Learning Target: Using the provided materials and documents, I can design an investigation that will change the state of matter of a glass of water.

Look Fors:

Day 1:

• I can describe the processes of precipitation, condensation, evaporation.
• I can write a hypothesis about how to change the states of matter of water using classroom materials.

Day 2:

• I can prepare a list of materials and the quantities I need to setup my investigation.
• I can draw a conceptual model of the investigation with labels.

Day 3 & 4:

• I can use the materials to assemble my planned design.
• I can determine if my design is successful or a failure.
• I can explain how I need to change my design make it successful.

Assignment-

1. Use the lab sheet to guide the designing of your investigation. Each group member will make their own copy of the lab sheet and are responsible for their own individual answers. Each section of the lab sheet has assigned point values.
2. Then, attach the group lab sheet to the assignment in Google Classroom. Turn it in when completed.

Topic 3: Water Cycle

Activity- Video Response

Learning Target: I can compare the different stages of the water cycle.

Look Fors:

• I can describe how condensation leads to precipitation.
• I can explain why the water cycle is an important process for Earth.

Assignment-

1. Watch the following videos about the water cycle.

2. Respond to the following questions in the Google Form.

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