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10/18 || Reading Essentials Ch. 2 due F 10/21 Word Central Dictionary Squid Movie Poster due F 10/21 || **Genetics** **2. A typical cell of any organism contains** **genetic instructions that specify its traits.** 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. || 1. HW 2. Review DNA in the nucleus of plant and animal cells and mitosis on Cells Alive 3. Review Squid Dissection Build a Squid 4. Introduction to Genetics Tour of the Basics 5. Explore and study dog breeds at the American Kennel Club website 6. Compare and contrast asexual and sexual reproduction on this PBS website and then create a Read Write Think Venn Diagram using the information you found. || Squid Glow || 1/19 || Reading Essentials Ch. 2 due F 10/21 Squid Movie Poster due F 10/21 || **Genetics** 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. || 1. HW 2. Life Science Standard(s) 3. BrainPOP: DNA 4. Genetics/Squid External Anatomy Review 5. Lab #1: Genetics Self Survey 6. Remix || || 10/20 || @Reading Essentials Ch. 2 due F 10/21 @Squid Movie Poster due F 10/21 || **Genetics** 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. || 1. HW 2. Life Science Standard(s) 3. BrainPOP: Genetics 4. Genetics/Squid Internal Anatomy Review 5. Lab #1: Genetics Self Survey Review 6. Lab #2: PTC 7. Remix || Learn Genetics: PTC || 10/21 || Genetics Self Survey due W 10/26 || **Genetics** 1. Life Long Learner from __// The Great Body Shop //__ // Critical Thinking Skills // // Problem Solving // // Barriers to Decision // // Making Process // // Collaboration // // Cooperation // // Setting Realistic Short // // Term Goals // // Working Independently // // Collecting Information // // From a Variety of // // Sources // // Using Major Tools // // Of Technology // // Communicating // // a Message // // Practicing Verbal // // & Visual Presentation // // Skills // || Healthy Fridays 1. HW Introduction 1. __Multiple__ __Intelligences: Bodily Kinesthetic__ There are Many Ways to Learn: Kinesthetic Learners learn by moving their body as they learn. Move your body and learn about squid. Help sketch a giant squid and move to show how squid feed, hide from predators, move fast and slow. Turn your movements into a Cephalopod Dance. || Multiple Intelligences The Collossal Squid - Largest Invertebrate on the Planet || 10/24 || Genetics Self Survey due W 10/26 || 2 a. the differences between the life cycles and reproduction of sexual and asexual organisms. || Today: 1. HW 2. Review Q1 Cell Biology Science Standards (Ball Toss) 3. Introduce Q2 Genetics Science Standard 2 4. Garden Work Day - Asexual Reproduction (sex by one) Plant succulent garden. || **Plant Asexual Reproduction** - single organism (no sex) Plant cutting in soil and a whole new plant will grow that is exactly like the cutting; good for copies but not for genetic diversity. Nopalito Native Plant Nursery || 10/25 || @Genetics Self Survey due W 10/26 || **Genetics** **2. A typical cell of any organism contains** **genetic instructions that specify its traits.** **Those traits may be modified by** **environmental influences.** 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. || Today: 1. HW 2. Review: Learn Genetics: Inside a Cell Tour of the Basics: What is DNA? Squid 3. Use Create-a-Graph to plot the data collected from the genetics PTC lab and print out the graph. This time create a pie graph. 4. Genetics Build A DNA Molecule Match Chromosomes 5. Learn Boolean Searches AND, OR, NOT Practice Boolean Searches AND, OR, NOT for plants/ mutations/ environment 6. Explore and study dog breeds at the American Kennel Club website 7. Compare and contrast asexual and sexual reproduction on this PBS website and then create a Read Write Think Venn Diagram using the information you found. Science Web Treasure Hunt (Boolean Searches) Play the Cell Cycle Game Photosynth || Build A DNA Molecule || 10/26 || Dominant/Recessive Genetic Creature due M 10/31 || 2 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. || 1. HW 2. Review 3. BrainPOP: Genetics 4. Lab #2: PTC Lab Conclusion 5. Lab # 3 Genetics: Dominant/Recessive Creature || || 10/27 || Dominant/Recessive Genetic Creature due M 10/31 || 2 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. || 1. HW 2. Review 3. BrainPOP: Genetic Mutations 4. Lab # 3 Genetics: Dominant/Recessive Creature || The white flower is a color mutation. Are there two heads on this monarch butterfly caterpillar? || 10/28 || @Dominant/Recessive Genetic Creature due M 10/31 || 2 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. || 1. HW 2. Review BrainPOP: Genetics BrainPOP: Genetic Mutations 3. Lab # 3 Genetics: Dominant/Recessive Creature ||  || 10/31 || Workbook Ch. 3 due M 11/14 || 2 a. the differences between the life cycles and reproduction of sexual and asexual organisms. || Today: 1. HW/Collect Genetic Creatures 2. Review Q1 Cell Biology Science Standards (Ball Toss) 3. Introduce part two of Q2 Genetics Science Standard 2 4. Garden Work Day - Asexual Reproduction (sex by one) Finish planting succulent garden (asexual reproduction). Plant lupine seeds (sexual reproduction). || ** Flower Structure and Function ** Flowering plants are the dominant type of plants on the earth today (there are about 250,000 species).Flowers are therefore the most common plantorgans for **sexual****reproduction**.Flowersproduce **gametes** (sex cells).Flowers playa key role in **pollination.**Pollination is thetransfer of pollen(male sex cell), to the ovule (female sex cell) on the same or on a different flower. || 11/1 || Workbook Ch. 3 due M 11/14 || **Genetics** **2. A typical cell of any organism contains** **genetic instructions that specify its traits.** **Those traits may be modified by** **environmental influences.** 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. || Today: 1. HW 2. Review: Learn Genetics: Inside a Cell Tour of the Basics: What is Heredity? Squid 3. Create a Gaggle Account Practice sketching a squid and its parts using SumoPaint at Mouse Squad Free Tools 4. Compare and contrast asexual and sexual reproduction on this PBS website and then create a Read Write Think Venn Diagram using the information you found. 5. Genetics Build A DNA Molecule Match Chromosomes 6. Learn Boolean Searches AND, OR, NOT Practice Boolean Searches AND, OR, NOT for plants/ mutations/ environment 7. Explore and study dog breeds at the American Kennel Club website and research the animal you are researching for your Genetics Project. 8. Explore Science Web Treasure Hunt (Boolean Searches) Play the Cell Cycle Game Photosynth Virtual Salmon Dissection 9. Environmental Factors that affect plants: Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) 10. Probability Game || Tour of the Basics: What is a Heredity? Colossal Squid Facts Oracle ThinkQuest || 11/2 || Workbook Ch. 3 due M 11/14 || **Structure and Function in Living Systems** a. plants and animals have levels of organization for structure and function, including cells, tissues, organs, organ systems, and the whole organism. b. organ systems function because of the contributions of individual organs, tissues, and cells. The failure of any part can affect the entire system. c. how bones and muscles work together to provide a structural framework for movement. || 1. HW 2. Review: Squid, Genetics 3. Squid Test 4. Science Learning Log Q1: Self Reflection || by Learning Works for Kids || 11/3 || Workbook Ch. 3 due M 11/14 || e. DNA is the genetic material of living organisms, and is located in the chromosomes of each cell. || 1. HW 2. Review: Genetics 3. Lab #4 Genetics: DNA Extraction || Successful DNA extraction || 11/4 || Q1 Self Reflection due T 11/8 Workbook Ch. 3 due M 11/14 || **Genetics** 1. 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Budget $1,000 Start today finish next Friday. || Multiple Intelligences Create a Scavenger Hunt Vector Park Geocaching Got Badge? || 11/7 || Q1 Self Reflection due T 11/8 Workbook Ch. 3 due M 11/14 || **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.** a. cells function similarly in all living organisms. b. the characteristics that distinguish plant cells from animal cells, including 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. **Genetics** **2. A typical cell of any organism contains genetic instructions that specify its traits. Those traits may be modified by environmental influences.** a. there are differences between the life cycles and reproduction of sexual and asexual organisms. 1. HW 2. Review **Life Sci Standards 2a.** Students will sketch on the whiteboards a flowering plant that reproduces sexually and a succulent plant that reproduces asexually. **Life Sci Standards 1b –d.** Students will sketch on the whiteboards the process of photosynthesis, a plant cell with healthy chloroplasts, and a plant cell with dying chloroplasts to explain what happens as leaves change to fall colors. **3. Lesson** **Life Sci Standard 2a**. Students will observe their seeds and succulents they planted in the garden, for growth. Students will work to keep the gardens weed free. **Life Sci Standard 1b – d.** Students will observe the pistachio tree leaves that have changed to fall colors, weed around the trees, and mulch the fallen leaves. **Life Sci Standard 5f.** Students will hunt for pollen and observe rose ovaries. || Planting succulents from a cutting (asexual reproduction). Planting lupine wildflowers from seeds (sexual reproduction). ||
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11/8 ||< Workbook Ch. 3 due M 11/14 ||< **Genetics** **2. A typical cell of any organism contains** **genetic instructions that specify its traits.** **Those traits may be modified by environmental influences.** a. there are 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 e ||< Today: 1. HW 2. Review: Learn Genetics: Inside a Cell Tour of the Basics: What is a trait? Squid Interactive 3. Create a Gaggle Account Practice sketching a squid and its parts using SumoPaint at Mouse Squad Free Tools 4. Compare and contrast asexual and sexual reproduction on this PBS website and then create a Read Write Think Venn Diagram using the information you found. 5. Genetics Build A DNA Molecule Match Chromosomes 6. Learn Boolean Searches AND, OR, NOT Practice Boolean Searches AND, OR, NOT for plants/ mutations/ environment 7. Genetics Fair Project Explore and study dog breeds at the American Kennel Club or research another pet or zoo animal you have chosen for your genetics research project. 8. Explore Science Web Treasure Hunt (Boolean Searches) Play the Cell Cycle Game Photosynth Virtual Salmon Dissection DNAi Punnett Squares Baby boy or girl? 9. Environmental Factors that affect plants: Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) 10. Probability Game 11. dictionary.com 12. Google Translate ||< || 11/9 ||< Workbook Ch. 3 due M 11/14 ||< **Genetics** a. there are 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. 7b. utilize a variety of print and electronic resources (including the World Wide Web) to collect information as evidence as part of a research project. 7d. construct scale models, maps and appropriately labeled diagrams to communicate scientific knowledge (e.g., motion of Earth's plates and cell structure). 7e. communicate the steps and results from an investigation in written reports and verbal presentations. ||< NOTE:Presentation has been rescheduled to next Wednesday 1. HW 2. Presentation of the Genetics of Sinaloan Milk Snakes by Helena Reviews Dominant and Recessive traits and the laws of dominance Introduces Punnett Squares ||<  || 11/10 ||< Workbook Ch. 3 due M 11/14 ||< **Genetics** a. there are 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. 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. 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. ||< 1. HW 2. Punnett Squares
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3. Bioethical Decision-Making Debate: Designer Babies ||< Genetic Science Learning Center California Cryobank || 11/11 || Workbook Ch. 3 due M 11/14 Genetics Research /Presentation due 12/1 ||< HOLIDAY: Honor Veterans for their service. ||<  ||<  || 11/14 || Genetics Research/ Presentation due 12/1 || **Life Sci Genetics Standard 2** **A typical cell of any organism contains genetic instructions that specify its traits. Those traits may be modified by environmental influences.** **Life Sci Investigation and Experimentation 7a,b,e** **Scientific progress is made by asking meaningful questions and conducting careful investigations.** 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. e. communicate the steps and results from an investigation in written reports and verbal presentations. || 1. HW 2. Review: Punnet Squares 3. Introduce standard 2. Students hypothesize which environmental factors could potentially mutate DNA. Write brainstorm on the board. Show Acid Rain Interactive
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Discuss brainstorm and leave possibilities open for students to tink about while they work in the garden. Introduce the Wordle website that will be used tomorrow in the computer lab. [] 4. Show the Brown Pelican video and discuss population changes due to DDT chemical pollution. Explain that the population data will be graphed using Create-a-Graph in the computer lab tomorrow. California Brown Pelican 5. Show links on class Wike to presentation tutorials: Power Point: [|http://office.microsoft.com/en-us/support/office-video-FX102493438.aspx#] Prezi: [] Glogster: [|http://www.schooltube.com/video] [|/746a92b6c5d6442a9e97/Glogster-Tutorial] Movie Storyboard: access document on class Wiki or have handouts if Wiki is not open yet at school 6. Prepare garden for vegetable plantings. Dig holes for pomegranates. Prepare soil for outdoor classroom. Prepare soil for Peace Meadow pathway. Research native plants that flower at different times of the year. 5. Work with D/F students on weekly schedule. Schedule time and place for homework and help with homework. ||< Meadow in Paradise || 11/15 || Genetics Research/ Presentation due 12/1 || **Life Science Standards Genetics** **2. A typical cell of any organism contains genetic instructions that specify its traits. Those traits may be modified by environmental influences.** 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. **Investigation and Experimentation** **7. Scientific progress is made by asking meaningful questions and conducting careful investigations.** 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. || 1. HW 2. Review: Create Wordle of environmental factors that can damage DNA and print it out. Use light colored backgrounds only. 3. Graph data of California Brown Pelican populations over time using Create-a-Graph. Print out completed graph. 4. Perform Boolean searches for Genetics Research/Presentation project. Remember to use the + sign in your searches. Find out interesting facts about the genetics of your pet or zoo animal including: 1. Gestation period 2. Number in litter, at birth, or hatching 3. Lifespan 4. Genetic traits 5. Dominant traits 6. Recessive traits 7. Mutations 8. Genetic diseases 9. Personality 10 Other Choose a presentation tool from the following list: Power Point: Power Point Prezi: Prezi Glogster: Glogster Movie Storyboard: access document on class Wiki or have handouts if Wiki is not open yet at school 4. Open dictionary.com to help with spelling and definitions of words. 5. Try Acid Rain interactive Acid Rain 6. Try [|Dog Breeding Game] 7. Coming up next week Finding a Gene on a Chromosome Map Finding a Gene on a Chromosome Map
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a. plants and animals have levels of organization for structure and function, including cells, tissues, organs, organ systems, and the whole organism. b. organ systems function because of the contributions of individual organs, tissues, and cells. The failure of any part can affect the entire system. || 1. HW 2. California Brown Pelican data analysis and questions for the researchers 3. Demonstrate how to create a Power Point Slide with the three box layout. 4. BrainPOP: Plant Growth 5. Sketch (with chalk) outside in the garden examples of plant cells, tissues, organs, organ systems, and the whole plant. Place real examples of each using plants from the garden. 6. Prune roses, plant vegetable seeds in Salsa Garden, dig holes for pomegranates, clear weeds, water, and create pathway in the Peace Meadow.

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e. communicate the steps and results from an investigation in written reports and verbal presentations. || 1. HW 2. Review: Research brown pelican population studies and experiment methods to try and answer any questions you asked about the graph results before the questions are sent on to the pelican researcher. 3. Perform Boolean searches for Genetics Research/Presentation project. Remember to use the + sign in your searches. Find out interesting facts about the genetics of your pet or zoo animal including: 1. Gestation period 2. Number in litter, at birth, or hatching 3. Lifespan 4. Genetic traits 5. Dominant traits 6. Recessive traits 7. Mutations 8. Genetic diseases 9. Personality 10 Other Choose a presentation tool from the following list: Power Point: Power Point Prezi: Prezi Glogster: Glogster Movie Storyboard: access document on class Wiki or have handouts if Wiki is not open yet at school 4. Open dictionary.com to help with spelling and definitions of words and Google Translate for translations. Google Translate

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**Genetics Research Presentations:** **Monday** **Horse**

**& Zoo Animals**

Honors: Textbook Ch. 1-4 due Jan. 4 ||< **2. A typical cell of any organism contains genetic instructions that specify its traits. Those traits may be modified by environmental influences.** 1. Life Long Learner from __// The Great Body Shop //__ // Critical Thinking Skills // // Problem Solving // // Barriers to Decision // // Making Process // // Collaboration // // Cooperation // // Setting Realistic Short // // Term Goals // // Working Independently // // Collecting Information // // From a Variety of // // Sources // // Using Major Tools // // Of Technology // // Communicating // // a Message // // Practicing Verbal // // & Visual Presentation // // Skills // ||< Healthy Fridays - Finish up today since we got interrupted by a field trip and a fire drill. 1. HW 2. Genetics Test Review

3. __Multiple__ __Intelligences: Logical Mathematical__ There are Many Ways to Learn: Logical Mathematical learners learn by problem-solving puzzles often using numbers, charts, and graphs. Create a Scavenger Hunt that would use problem solving clues and could take place around school. Each teammate gets a clue to help their team solve a problem. As each clue is presented, the team decides what conclusions can be drawn from the information before the next clue is presented.
 * Challenge:**
 * Jigsaw Problem Solving Scavenger**
 * Hunt**

Hunt Map
(sketch on white paper)

Awards Ceremony
Budget $1,000 ||<

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Genetics Research Presentations: Wednesday Pet Small Dogs & Zoo Animals

Honors: Textbook Ch. 1-4 due Jan. 4 || **Genetics** **2. A typical cell of any organism contains genetic instructions that specify its traits. Those traits may be modified by environmental influences.** 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.

**Investigation and Experimentation** **7. Scientific progress is made by asking meaningful questions and conducting careful investigations.**

As a basis for understanding this concept, and to address the content the other three strands, students should develop their own questions and perform investigations. Students will:

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.

e. communicate the steps and results from an investigation in written reports and verbal presentations. || 1. HW 2. Genetics Review 3. Introduction to Genetics Tour of the Basics

4. Compare and contrast asexual and sexual reproduction on this PBS website and then create 5. Genetics Research Presentations: Horse Genetics

- students take notes on a rubric,

about genetics learned in the

presentation to offer feedback to the presenter



3. Presenter also fills out a Self-Reflection Rubric

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& Earth Day Nature Notebook or Photo Collection due Jan. 4

Genetics Research Presentations: Wednesday Pet Small Dogs & Zoo Animals

Honors: Textbook Ch. 1-4 due Jan. 4 || **Genetics** **2. A typical cell of any organism contains genetic instructions that specify its traits. Those traits may be modified by environmental influences.** 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.

**Investigation and Experimentation** **7. Scientific progress is made by asking meaningful questions and conducting careful investigations.**

As a basis for understanding this concept, and to address the content the other three strands, students should develop their own questions and perform investigations. Students will:

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.

e. communicate the steps and results from an investigation in written reports and verbal presentations. || Genetics Review: 1. Introduction to Genetics* Reviewing for the Genetics Benchmark Test Tour of the Basics Review the tours: 1. What is DNA? 2. What is a gene? 3. What is heredity? 4. What is a trait? 5. What is a chromosome? *ask questions about any of the material on the tours that you do not understand

2. Compare and contrast asexual and sexual reproduction on this PBS website and then create a Compare and Contrast Form using Read Write Think Compare & Contrast Interactive

3.Practice a virtual fish dissection, learn the functions of the major structures.

Virtual Salmon Dissection

4. Read this newspaper article and discuss it with the person to your right, and create a Literary Graffiti page and print it out.

Climate and Fish

Literary Graffiti

5. Go to wecanchange and Earth Day Network for Earth Day project ideas.



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|| 12/7 ||< Workbook Ch. 4 & Earth Day Nature Notebook or Photo Collection due Jan. 4
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Genetics Research Presentations: Wednesday Pet Large Dogs & Zoo Animals

Honors: Textbook Ch. 1-4 due Jan. 4 ||< **Genetics** 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.
 * 2. A typical cell of any organism contains genetic instructions that specify its traits. Those traits may be modified by environmental influences.**


 * Investigation and Experimentation**
 * 7. Scientific progress is made by asking meaningful questions and conducting careful investigations.**

As a basis for understanding this concept, and to address the content the other three strands, students should develop their own questions and perform investigations. Students will:

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.

e. communicate the steps and results from an investigation in written reports and verbal presentations. || I AM SORRY TO REPORT THAT ALL ANIMALS ON CAMPUS HAVE BEEN POSTPONED UNTIL FURTHER APPROVAL FROM THE FILLMORE UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT

1. HW **2. Genetics Research** **Presentations:** **Small Dogs & Zoo Animals**

- students take notes on a rubric, about genetics learned in the presentation to offer feedback to the presenter

3. Presenter also fills out a Self-Reflection Rubric ||<



|| 12/8 ||< Workbook Ch. 4
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& Earth Day Nature Notebook or Photo Collection due Jan. 4

Honors: Textbook Ch. 1-4 due Jan. 4 ||< **Genetics** 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.
 * 2. A typical cell of any organism contains genetic instructions that specify its traits. Those traits may be modified by environmental influences.**


 * Investigation and Experimentation**
 * 7. Scientific progress is made by asking meaningful questions and conducting careful investigations.**

As a basis for understanding this concept, and to address the content the other three strands, students should develop their own questions and perform investigations. Students will:

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.

e. communicate the steps and results from an investigation in written reports and verbal presentations. || I AM SORRY TO REPORT THAT ALL ANIMALS ON CAMPUS HAVE BEEN POSTPONED UNTIL FURTHER APPROVAL FROM THE FILLMORE UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT

1. HW **2. Genetics Research** **Presentations:** **Large Dogs & Zoo Animals** - students take notes on a rubric, about genetics learned in the presentation to offer feedback to the presenter

3. Presenter also fills out a Self-Reflection Rubric ||< || 12/9 ||< Workbook Ch. 4 & Earth Day Nature Notebook or Photo Collection due Jan. 4
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Genetics Research Presentations: Monday Pet Large Dogs & Zoo Animals

Honors: Textbook Ch. 1-4 due Jan. 4 ||< **2. A typical cell of any organism contains genetic instructions that specify its traits. Those traits may be modified by environmental influences.** 1. Life Long Learner from __// The Great Body Shop //__ // Critical Thinking Skills // // Problem Solving // // Barriers to Decision // // Making Process // // Collaboration // // Cooperation // // Setting Realistic Short // // Term Goals // // Working Independently // // Collecting Information // // From a Variety of // // Sources // // Using Major Tools // // Of Technology // // Communicating // // a Message // // Practicing Verbal // // & Visual Presentation // // Skills // ||< Healthy Fridays 1. HW 2. Genetics Presentations: Cats & Zoo Animals Introduction 1. __Multiple__ __Intelligences: Musical__ __Intelligence__ There are Many Ways to Learn: Musical learners learn by responding to music, creating music, and performing music. Create a band, choose some real and online instruments at UEN Games to create, name, and perform a song. ||<
 * Challenge:**

|| 12/12 || Earth Day Research due Feb. 1 || **Genetics** **2. A typical cell of any organism contains genetic instructions that specify its traits. Those traits may be modified by environmental influences.** 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.
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**Investigation and Experimentation** **7. Scientific progress is made by asking meaningful questions and conducting careful investigations.**

As a basis for understanding this concept, and to address the content the other three strands, students should develop their own questions and perform investigations. Students will:

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.

e. communicate the steps and results from an investigation in written reports and verbal presentations. || I AM SORRY TO REPORT THAT ALL ANIMALS ON CAMPUS HAVE BEEN POSTPONED UNTIL FURTHER APPROVAL FROM THE FILLMORE UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT 1. HW 2. Genetics Standards Review 3. Genetics Presentations 4. Musical Intelligence Assignment 5. Measuring Mass: Triple Beam Balance 6. Future Homes Lego Structures in preparation of Earth Day projects. 7. Garden ||<





|| **2. A typical cell of any organism contains genetic instructions that specify its traits. Those traits may be modified by environmental influences.** 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.
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**Investigation and Experimentation** **7. Scientific progress is made by asking meaningful questions and conducting careful investigations.**

As a basis for understanding this concept, and to address the content the other three strands, students should develop their own questions and perform investigations. Students will:

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.

e. communicate the steps and results from an investigation in written reports and verbal presentations. || I AM SORRY TO REPORT THAT ALL ANIMALS ON CAMPUS HAVE BEEN POSTPONED UNTIL FURTHER APPROVAL FROM THE FILLMORE UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT

1. HW

2. Genetics Standards Review

3. Genetics Presentations

4. Musical Intelligence Assignment

5. Measuring Mass: Triple Beam Balance

6. Future Homes Lego Structures in preparation of Earth Day projects.

7. Garden

or assignments below if we can use the computer lab

1. HW 2. Genetics Review: Create a 3 circle Venn Diagram of the organisms that reproduce asexually, sexually, and both using Read Write Think Venn Diagram website Read Write Think 3 Circle Venn Diagram

3. Punnett Square Practice from the DNA Learning Center Punnett Squares Baby boy or girl?

4. Try Acid Rain interactive Acid Rain 5. Try [|Dog Breeding Game] 6. Try Finding a Gene on a Chromosome Map Finding a Gene on a Chromosome Map

DNA Molecule Animation

7. Hemophilia Genetics

7. Find out how the pelicans are doing on West Anacapa Island and see if the bald eagles have layed any eggs out on the Channel Islands Bald Eagle Live Cam

Open dictionary.com to help with spelling and definitions of words and Google Translate for translations. Google Translate

dictionary.com ||<











|| 12/14 ||< Workbook Ch. 4 & Earth Day Nature Notebook or Photo Collection due Jan. 4 Earth Day Research due Feb. 1
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Honors: Textbook Ch. 1-4 due Jan. 4 ||< **Genetics** 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.
 * 2. A typical cell of any organism contains genetic instructions that specify its traits. Those traits may be modified by environmental influences.**


 * Investigation and Experimentation**
 * 7. Scientific progress is made by asking meaningful questions and conducting careful investigations.**

As a basis for understanding this concept, and to address the content the other three strands, students should develop their own questions and perform investigations. Students will:

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.

e. communicate the steps and results from an investigation in written reports and verbal presentations. ||< Q2 Benchmark Test ||<  || 12/15 ||< Workbook Ch. 4 & Earth Day Nature Notebook or Photo Collection due Jan. 4 Earth Day Research due Feb. 1
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Honors: Textbook Ch. 1-4 due Jan. 4 Earth Day Research due Feb. 1 ||< **Structure and Function in Living Systems** As a basis for understanding this concept, students know: a. plants and animals have levels of organization for structure and function, including cells, tissues, organs, organ systems, and the whole organism. b. organ systems function because of the contributions of individual organs, tissues, and cells. The failure of any part can affect the entire system. c. how bones and muscles work together to provide a structural framework for movement. d. how the reproductive organs of the human female and male generate eggs and sperm, and how sexual activity may lead to fertilization and pregnancy. e. the function of the umbilicus and placenta during pregnancy. f. the structures and processes by which flowering plants generate pollen and ovules, seeds, and fruit. g. how to relate the structures of the eye and ear to their functions. ||< Trout Dissection ||< || 12/16 ||< Workbook Ch. 4 & Earth Day Nature Notebook or Photo Collection due Jan. 4
 * 5. The anatomy and physiology of plants and animals illustrate the complementary nature of structure and function.**
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Honors: Textbook Ch. 1-4 due Jan. 4 Earth Day Research due Feb. 1 ||<  ||< 1. HW 2. Contests

3. Trout 4. Trout Dissection: Structure and Function Review Game ||< ||