Science
This year, we will be teaching science through an inquiry-based learning model. Students will be learning through hands-on science kits and investigating physical, earth/space, and life science skills. We will be presenting the following units of study:
Physical Science
In our Motion and Design unit, students will understand the different energy forces in nature such as light and sound. We will be designing model cars and studying the force of gravity, friction, and air resistance.
Earth/Space Science
In this unit, we will focus on the characteristics, cycles and patterns in the solar system and within the universe.
Life Science
With life science, we will study the complex relationship that exists in the nature of animals and the environment. Students will investigate how we depend on each other for food in the life cycle.
Scientific Method
These are the science process skills that are embedded in every scientific investigation. Students will be practicing this inquiry process throughout the year.
How to help your child
I recommend that your child check out library books on these topics and investigate related web sites. I also suggest that you encourage your child to continuously ask questions about the world around them. Science is a process skill that is best learned through experimentation and observation. If children have the opportunity to investigate relevant problems and disparities in their everyday world, they will develop a natural interest in science.
This year, we will be teaching science through an inquiry-based learning model. Students will be learning through hands-on science kits and investigating physical, earth/space, and life science skills. We will be presenting the following units of study:
- Physical Science - Motion, Light and Sound
- Earth/Space Science - Characteristics and cycles and patterns of our Solar System.
- Life Science - Ecosystems
- Scientific Method - Process Skills/ 5 E's
Physical Science
In our Motion and Design unit, students will understand the different energy forces in nature such as light and sound. We will be designing model cars and studying the force of gravity, friction, and air resistance.
Earth/Space Science
In this unit, we will focus on the characteristics, cycles and patterns in the solar system and within the universe.
Life Science
With life science, we will study the complex relationship that exists in the nature of animals and the environment. Students will investigate how we depend on each other for food in the life cycle.
Scientific Method
These are the science process skills that are embedded in every scientific investigation. Students will be practicing this inquiry process throughout the year.
How to help your child
I recommend that your child check out library books on these topics and investigate related web sites. I also suggest that you encourage your child to continuously ask questions about the world around them. Science is a process skill that is best learned through experimentation and observation. If children have the opportunity to investigate relevant problems and disparities in their everyday world, they will develop a natural interest in science.