Assignments+Q2+2013+2014

AND NOW LET'S GET BACK TO LEARNING MORE LIFE SCIENCE!
= DATE: M 10/21/13 = = 1. BELLWORK: = Think Pair Share: What did you observe in nature over the break? Changes in plants or trees? Phase of the moon? Stars? Wildlife? = 2. HOMEWORK: = Cell Bubblus Cell Power Point or Prezi
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 * [[file:merrillfmsscience7/Cell Model PPT Template.ppt|Download]]
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Squid Pages

Squid Anatomy Reading Essentials Pages 1-24 HONORS: Science Textbook Chapter 1 and Notebook Pages 1-20 =** 3. REVIEW: **= Return assignments and paste into Interactive Life Science 7 Notebook. = 4. STANDARD: = a. Cells function similarly in all living organisms. b. The characteristics that distinguish plant cells from animal cells, include chloroplasts and cell walls. c. The nucleus is the repository for genetic information in plant and animal cells. d. Mitochondria liberate energy for the work that cells do, and chloroplasts capture sunlight energy for photosynthesis. e. Cells divide to increase their numbers through a process of mitosis, which results in two daughter cells with identical sets of chromosomes. f. As multicellular organisms develop, their cells differentiate. = 5. GOAL: = Learn the advantages and disadvantages of asexual reproduction. = 6. NEW: Asexual Reproduction = Bacteria - Asexual Binary Fission Yeast - Asexual Budding Hydra - Asexual Budding
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 * All due T 10/29/13 ||
 * Cell Biology**
 * 1. All living organisms are composed of cells, from just one to many trillions,**
 * whose details usually are visible only through a microscope.**
 * Structure and Function in Living Systems**
 * 5. The anatomy and physiology of plants and animals illustrate**
 * the complementary nature of structure and function.**


 * Reproduce ** Prefix re = again reproduce = produce again
 * Asexual ** Prefix a = without asexual = without sex


 * Reproduction ** is the creation of a new individual or individuals from previously existing individuals.

Advantages Asexual Reproduction
1. Faster reproduction without sex 2. A way to reproduce if you can not move on your own 3. No energy is wasted making eggs or sperm

Disadvantages of Asexual Reproduction
1. All offspring are exactly the same (clones with the same DNA) so if one gets sick all will get sick.

=** Plant Asexual Reproduction - without sex, make many identical clones quickly **= =** Succulent Walls **=

=** Succulent Wreaths **= = 7. CHECKING FOR UNDERSTANDING: = Think Pair Share: Name one advantage and one disadvantage of asexual reproduction. = 8. EXTENSIONS: =

DIY Make Your Own Succulent Wreath

Succulent Wreath by Martha Stewart

Learn how to make money with a small business by playing a game. Lemonade Stand = DATE: T 10/22/13 =

= 1. BELLWORK: = Think Pair Share: Get and give 2 peer reviews of your Cell Power Point or Prezi presentation. Give one complement and offer one suggestion for improvement. TED Talk: Two Young Scientists Break Down Plastics

= 2. HOMEWORK: = Cell Bubblus Cell Power Point or Prezi
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 * [[file:merrillfmsscience7/Cell Model PPT Template.ppt|Download]]
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Squid Pages

Squid Anatomy Reading Essentials Pages 1-24 HONORS: Science Textbook Chapter 1 and Notebook Pages 1-20
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 * All due T 10/29/13 ||

=** 3. REVIEW: Invertebrate Study: Squid **= Learn the structure (parts) and function (job) of the major organs of the squid.

Colossal Squid Anatomy

Squid Research The Cephalopod Page Squid Dissection Virtual Squid Dissection Build a Squid

Biology4Kids: Invertebrates

Squidoo: Giant Squid Cute Squid Giant Squid Dissection

The Squid Files

Centre of the Cell Games



= 4. STANDARD: = a. Cells function similarly in all living organisms. b. The characteristics that distinguish plant cells from animal cells, include chloroplasts and cell walls. c. The nucleus is the repository for genetic information in plant and animal cells. d. Mitochondria liberate energy for the work that cells do, and chloroplasts capture sunlight energy for photosynthesis. e. Cells divide to increase their numbers through a process of mitosis, which results in two daughter cells with identical sets of chromosomes. f. As multicellular organisms develop, their cells differentiate.
 * Cell Biology**
 * 1. All living organisms are composed of cells, from just one to many trillions,**
 * whose details usually are visible only through a microscope.**

= 5. GOAL: = Work with a team to complete Squid Animal Lab research by the end of class using a variety of online resources. Remember 1, 2, 3...VERIFY! = 6. NEW: Learn More about Stem Cells = Stem Cell Windpipe STEM Cells Video
 * Structure and Function in Living Systems**
 * 5. The anatomy and physiology of plants and animals illustrate**
 * the complementary nature of structure and function.**

1 f. as multicellular organisms develop, their cells differentiate.


Science News: Stem cells may help in treating deafness = 7. CHECKING FOR UNDERSTANDING: = Think Pair Share: Explain how these different kinds of animal cells are created in your body.

= 8. EXTENSIONS: = Head Squeeze: How does deodorant work?

= DATE: W 10/23/13 = = 1. BELLWORK: = Student Led Squid Dissection Review: Structure/Function of Major Organs





= 2. HOMEWORK: = Cell Bubblus Cell Power Point or Prezi
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 * [[file:merrillfmsscience7/Cell Model PPT Template.ppt|Download]]
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Squid Pages

Squid Anatomy Reading Essentials Pages 1-24 HONORS: Science Textbook Chapter 1 and Notebook Pages 1-20
 * [[image:merrillfmsscience7/IMG_3999.JPG width="378" height="285" caption="IMG_3999.JPG"]] ||
 * All due T 10/29/13 ||

=** 3. REVIEW: Squid Above **=

= 4. STANDARD: = a. Cells function similarly in all living organisms. b. The characteristics that distinguish plant cells from animal cells, include chloroplasts and cell walls. c. The nucleus is the repository for genetic information in plant and animal cells. d. Mitochondria liberate energy for the work that cells do, and chloroplasts capture sunlight energy for photosynthesis. e. Cells divide to increase their numbers through a process of mitosis, which results in two daughter cells with identical sets of chromosomes. f. As multicellular organisms develop, their cells differentiate.
 * Cell Biology**
 * 1. All living organisms are composed of cells, from just one to many trillions,**
 * whose details usually are visible only through a microscope.**

= 5. GOAL: = Use your interactive notebook to review for the Squid Test. = 6. NEW: Value of Using Venn Diagrams = Real World Venn Diagrams
 * Structure and Function in Living Systems**
 * 5. The anatomy and physiology of plants and animals illustrate**
 * the complementary nature of structure and function.**







1. Use a 2 Circle Venn Diagram to compare yourself to a squid - list 5 ways you are alike and 5 ways you are different. Print Venn Diagrams 2. Use a 3 Circle Venn Diagram to compare three invertebrates: Snail, Earthworm, Grasshopper.

List 3 ways they are all the same and 3 ways they are different.

= 7. CHECKING FOR UNDERSTANDING: = 1. 3 Circle Venn Diagram Quiz 3 Circle Venn Diagram Quiz

2. Create your own 3 Circle Venn Diagram - does not have to be animals.

= 8. EXTENSIONS: Have Fun & Learn Math = Math Games Online Graph Makers My Virtual Home = DATE: Th 10/24/13 = = 1. BELLWORK: = Student Led Squid Dissection Review: Structure/Function of Major Organs Banvivirie Squid Anatomy = 2. HOMEWORK: = Cell Bubblus Cell Power Point or Prezi
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 * [[file:merrillfmsscience7/Cell Model PPT Template.ppt|Download]]
 * 1 MB

Squid Pages

Squid Anatomy Reading Essentials Pages 1-24 HONORS: Science Textbook Chapter 1 and Notebook Pages 1-20
 * [[image:merrillfmsscience7/IMG_3999.JPG width="378" height="285" caption="IMG_3999.JPG"]] ||
 * All due T 10/29/13 ||

=** 3. REVIEW: Giant Squid live in the Benthic Zone and below **=

= 4. STANDARD: = a. Cells function similarly in all living organisms. b. The characteristics that distinguish plant cells from animal cells, include chloroplasts and cell walls. c. The nucleus is the repository for genetic information in plant and animal cells. d. Mitochondria liberate energy for the work that cells do, and chloroplasts capture sunlight energy for photosynthesis. e. Cells divide to increase their numbers through a process of mitosis, which results in two daughter cells with identical sets of chromosomes. f. As multicellular organisms develop, their cells differentiate.
 * Cell Biology**
 * 1. All living organisms are composed of cells, from just one to many trillions,**
 * whose details usually are visible only through a microscope.**

= 5. GOAL: = Learn about squid using kinesthetic learning - sketch a 60 ft squid in the parking lot. = 6. NEW: = = 1. Squid Quiz = = 2. Discuss Squid Protection Strategies = = 3. Sketch a 60 Foot Giant Squid =
 * Structure and Function in Living Systems**
 * 5. The anatomy and physiology of plants and animals illustrate**
 * the complementary nature of structure and function.**

= 7. CHECKING FOR UNDERSTANDING: = Pick a team of 4 kids and sketch your own chalk art squid emphasizing protection strategies.

= 8. EXTENSIONS: 3D Street Art = Street Art Utopia



= DATE: F 10/25/13 = = 1. BELLWORK: = Record Homework in Agenda = 2. HOMEWORK: = Cell Bubblus Cell Power Point or Prezi
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 * [[file:merrillfmsscience7/Cell Model PPT Template.ppt|Download]]
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Squid Pages

Squid Anatomy Reading Essentials Pages 1-24 HONORS: Science Textbook Chapter 1 and Notebook Pages 1-20
 * [[image:merrillfmsscience7/IMG_3999.JPG width="378" height="285" caption="IMG_3999.JPG"]] ||
 * All due T 10/29/13 ||

=** 3. REVIEW: **= Meaning of prokaryote: pro = before; karyon = nucleus Prokaryote = before a nucleus

Meaning of eukaryote: eu = true; karyon = nucleus Eukaryote = cell with a true nucleus Prokaryotic Verses Eukaryotic Cell

= 4. STANDARD: = a. Cells function similarly in all living organisms. b. The characteristics that distinguish plant cells from animal cells, include chloroplasts and cell walls. c. The nucleus is the repository for genetic information in plant and animal cells. d. Mitochondria liberate energy for the work that cells do, and chloroplasts capture sunlight energy for photosynthesis. e. Cells divide to increase their numbers through a process of mitosis, which results in two daughter cells with identical sets of chromosomes. f. As multicellular organisms develop, their cells differentiate.
 * Cell Biology**
 * 1. All living organisms are composed of cells, from just one to many trillions,**
 * whose details usually are visible only through a microscope.**

= 5. GOAL: = Learn how scientific terms are created using prefixes, suffixes, and roots. Learn to use scientific knowledge to write science fiction. = 6. NEW: = = 1. Solve Scientific Word Puzzles =
 * Structure and Function in Living Systems**
 * 5. The anatomy and physiology of plants and animals illustrate**
 * the complementary nature of structure and function.**



= 2. Write a science fiction story like //Honey I Shrunk the Kids.// = = = = = =  Choice #1: Fell Into the __Factory = Pretend you fell into a factory that operates just like a cell. Use your Interactive Notebook to help you tell a science fiction story about how you make your way into, around, and finally out of the cell with a "bad guy" chasing you the entire time. Remember to explain all the parts of the cell and their jobs within your story. = Choice #2: Fell Into the Leaf Cell of a Plant In the Hot Desert = Pretend you fell into a leaf plant cell that is in a hot desert so the photosynthesis "machines" are definitely all turned "on". Use your Interactive Notebook to help you tell a science fiction story about what you see and fall into as you bumble your way around the busy plant leaf cell. Remember to add that the whole time you are inside the plant cell a giant "bad bug" is trying to each the leaf with you inside it.

= 7. CHECKING FOR UNDERSTANDING: = Think Pair Share Science Fiction Stories

= 8. EXTENSIONS: = Science Fiction Writing Contest Science Fiction Contest Win $1000 = DATE: M 10/28/13 = = 1. BELLWORK : = = Think Pair Share - What allows roses to be different colors and different shapes? =

= 2. HOMEWORK: = Genetics Research Project Title due T 11/5 Pets, Farm Animals, Endangered Zoo Animal, Plant

=** 3. REVIEW: **=
 * DNA - Structure and Function **

= 4. STANDARD: = e. DNA is the genetic material of living organisms, and is located in the chromosomes of each cell. = 5. GOAL: = Learn that plants can also reveal mutations of their DNA. = 6. NEW: = 1. Rose DNA determines their color, shape, size, fragrance, height, thorns and many other characteristics.
 * Genetics**
 * 2. A typical cell of any organism contains genetic instructions that specify its traits.**
 * Those traits may be modified by environmental influences.**

2. Plants reveal mutations of the DNA. This is an example of a mutant echinechia flower found in our school garden.

3. Garden - prepare the ground in the garden for planting the California poppy seeds.

= 7. CHECKING FOR UNDERSTANDING: = Think Pair Share - List 5 different characteristics in roses that are determined by their DNA.

= 8. EXTENSIONS: =

Thornless Roses

Who Wants to Be a Bioengineer Game

= DATE: T 10/29/13 = = 1. BELLWORK: = Tour of the Basics Introduction



What is a genetic trait? = 2. HOMEWORK: = Genetics Research Project Title due T 11/5 Pets, Farm Animals, Endangered Zoo Animal, Plant

=** 3. REVIEW: **=
 * DNA - Structure and Function **

= 4. STANDARD: = As a basis for understanding this concept, students know: a. the differences between the life cycles and reproduction of sexual and asexual organisms. b. sexual reproduction produces offspring that inherit half their genes from each parent. c. an inherited trait can be determined by one or more genes. d. plant and animal cells contain many thousands of different genes, and typically have two copies of every gene. The two copies (or alleles) of the gene may or may not be identical, and one may be dominant in determining the phenotype while the other is recessive. e. DNA is the genetic material of living organisms, and is located in the chromosomes of each cell.
 * Genetics**
 * 2. A typical cell of any organism contains genetic instructions that specify its traits.**
 * Those traits may be modified by environmental influences.**

= 5. GOAL: = Learn about genetic traits of purebred dogs and cats. = 6. NEW: = AKC Herding Breeds

Cat Breed Personality Chart

= 7. CHECKING FOR UNDERSTANDING: = Think Pair Share - If you were buying a new dog or cat which breed would you select and why?

= 8. EXTENSIONS: =

Horse Coat Color Genetics Game Jennifer Hoffman = DATE: W 10/30/13 = = 1. BELLWORK : = = Think Pair Share - = = Discuss which animal or plant you will research for your genetics project. =

= 2. HOMEWORK: = Genetics Research Project Title due T 11/5 Pets, Farm Animals, Endangered Zoo Animal, Plant

=** 3. REVIEW: **=
 * What is DNA? What is a mutation of the DNA? What can cause mutations of the DNA? **

= 4. STANDARD: = a. select and use appropriate tools and technology (including calculators, computers, balances, spring scales, microscopes, and binoculars) to perform tests, collect data, and display data. b. utilize a variety of print and electronic resources (including the World Wide Web) to collect information as evidence as part of a research project. c. communicate the logical connection among hypothesis, science concepts, tests conducted, data collected, and conclusions drawn from the scientific evidence. d. construct scale models, maps and appropriately labeled diagrams to communicate scientific knowledge (e.g., motion of Earth's plates and cell structure). e. communicate the steps and results from an investigation in written reports and verbal presentations.
 * Investigation and Experimentation**
 * 7. Scientific progress is made by asking meaningful questions and conducting careful investigations.**

= 5. GOAL: = Learn to think like a scientist - ask "how" and "why" questions and write down what you "wonder" about. = 6. NEW: Think Like A Scientist = 1. Compare a scientist to an artist or a chef - how are they alike? how are they different? Use a 2 Circle Venn Diagram. Print Venn Diagrams

2. Meet Erika Cuellar Bolivian Scientist

media type="custom" key="24442878" Erika Cuellar Saving the Gran Chaco

**Question: Use the following Science Experiment title format:** **How does __affect__ ?** **Hypothesis:___** **will.** **Procedure:** **Observations:** **Conclusion:**
 * 3. If your lab group was given a million dollars to conduct an experiment, **
 * what would your experiment look like? **
 * First generate a list of 10 possible "how" and "why" questions or ideas, your are wondering about, to explore. **

= 7. CHECKING FOR UNDERSTANDING: = Think Pair Share - Compare Venn Diagrams and discuss experiment ideas.

= 8. EXTENSIONS: = Biology Root Words Quizlet Online

= DATE: Th 11/31/13 = = 1. BELLWORK : = = Think Pair Share - = = Compare two different breeds of your pet dogs or cats. =

= 2. HOMEWORK: = Genetics Research Project Title due T 11/5 Pets, Farm Animals, Endangered Zoo Animal, Plant

=** 3. REVIEW: **=
 * DNA - Structure and Function **

== = 4. STANDARD: = a. select and use appropriate tools and technology (including calculators, computers, balances, spring scales, microscopes, and binoculars) to perform tests, collect data, and display data. b. utilize a variety of print and electronic resources (including the World Wide Web) to collect information as evidence as part of a research project. c. communicate the logical connection among hypothesis, science concepts, tests conducted, data collected, and conclusions drawn from the scientific evidence. d. construct scale models, maps and appropriately labeled diagrams to communicate scientific knowledge (e.g., motion of Earth's plates and cell structure). e. communicate the steps and results from an investigation in written reports and verbal presentations.
 * Investigation and Experimentation**
 * 7. Scientific progress is made by asking meaningful questions and conducting careful investigations.**

= 5. GOAL: = Learn to think like a scientist - ask "how" and "why" questions and write down what you "wonder" about. = 6. NEW: Think Like A Scientist = 1. Compare a scientist to an artist or a chef - how are they alike? how are they different? Use a 2 Circle Venn Diagram. Print Venn Diagrams

2. Meet Marine Biologist - What did he discover? Ryan Johnson Shark Scientist

Think Like A Scientist: Great White Sharks, Fur Seals, and Seabirds - How do they effect each other?

//South African Journal of Wildlife Research 36(1): 23-32.//
Johnson, R.L., Venter A., Bester M.N. and Oosthuizen W.H. (2006) Download this Publication (PDF - 487kb)

**Question: Use the following Science Experiment title format: How does _affect ___?__** __ **Hypothesis:** __**_will.** **Procedure:** **Observations:** **Conclusion:**
 * 3. If your lab group was given a million dollars to conduct an experiment, what would your experiment look like? **
 * First generate a list of 10 possible "how" and "why" questions or ideas your are wondering about to explore. **

= 7. CHECKING FOR UNDERSTANDING: = Think Pair Share - Compare Venn Diagrams and discuss experiment ideas.

= 8. EXTENSIONS: = National Geographic Explorers

National Geographic Young Explorers = DATE: F 11/01/13 Sub Plan - I am at a Writing For Science workshop = = GOAL: = Create a Cosmic Ruler infographic from information learned in the video Cosmic Voyage. = NEW: = media type="custom" key="24511490" Cosmic Voyage 1. Prepare blank paper for the Cosmic Ruler. 2. Place the name and size of objects you see in the video in their proper location on your Cosmic Ruler infographic. 3. After the video illustrate the objects you included on your Cosmic Ruler. 4. Share and compare your Cosmic Ruler with your tablemates. = EXTENSIONS: = media type="custom" key="24512212" TED World of Tiny Things

Free Top Documentary Films: Science

Free Top Documentary Films: Technology = DATE: M 11/04/13 - F 11/08/13 Cell Model & Class Presentations = = 1. BELLWORK (Monday only): = Compare the presenters in the TED videos and score them using the Presentation Feedback Rubric. media type="custom" key="24511658"

TED Talk: Two Young Scientists Breakdown Plastic With Bacteria

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TED Talk Richard Turere: My invention that made peace with lions

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= 2. HOMEWORK: = Genetics Research Project due F 11/13 Pets, Farm Animals, Endangered Zoo Animal, Plant

= 3. STANDARDS: = 7. e. communicate the steps and results from an investigation in written reports and verbal presentations.
 * Investigation and Experimentation**
 * 7. Scientific progress is made by asking meaningful questions and conducting careful investigations.**

= 4. GOAL: = = Present your cell model and research presentation to the class = = and receive feedback about your work from your classmates and teacher. =

= 5. NEW: = 1. Introduce yourself to the class. 2. Identify the cell your researched and present your 3D cell model to all sides of the class. 3. Present your research to the class (Power Point or Prezi) using your best presentation skills. 4. Ask the class if they have any questions about the cell you researched. 5. Answer any class questions you can. If you do not know the answer this is your response: "I did do my research. I did not find the answer to your questions. I will look it up and get back to you". 6. Receive feedback from both the teacher and classmates via the rubric scores and comments.

= 6. CHECKING FOR UNDERSTANDING: = Think Pair Share: Presentation Feedback responses. Identify what you did well and ideas for improvement. Do you agree or disagree with the feedback? Why or why not?

= 7. EXTENSIONS: = DJ Prodigy Cole Plante

TED Youth Speakers

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