Science 5 A

Description

Semester A
Grade 5 Science continues to build on the science skills that have been obtained in years previous. There will be an emphasis on earth and space science, life science, and physical science. Students will begin the course by focusing on earth and space science by looking at the solar system and planets. Students will come to an understanding of the concept of the earth as a sphere and the earth’s place in the solar system. The course continues with a focus on physical science and the different tools that can measure force, time, and distance. They will also grow in their understanding of how light and sound travel and interact with each other as well as the different types of energy. The semester concludes with a look into life science and the ways that organisms are interconnected. Instruction will include real life application, hands-on projects and assessments, and video and short research projects.
Major Concepts
• Scientific Inquiry:
o Ability and understanding of scientific inquiry
• Physical Science:
o Forces and Movement
o Lights and Sound
o Light, heat, electricity, and magnetism
• Life Science:
o Energy and Food Chains
o Producers and Consumers
• Earth and Space Science:
o The Earth
o Objects in the sky
o Changes in earth and sky
o The solar system
o The Stars and Sun
• Science and Technology:
o Natural objects vs. objects made by humans
o Understanding about science and technology