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Week 1
Dates 8/4 8/5 8/6 8/7 8/8
Title
Getting to Know 7 th Grade Homework
Bring School Supplies: DUE THURS 1, 3, 5/ FRIDAY 2, 6 Binder Looseleaf paper OR Notebook Pencils 6 Dividers Content Objective
I will gather information and learn about my fellow classmates and my course with Ms. Lewis. Language Objective
I will interact with others through writing, talking, drawing and participating in activities. Agenda
Personal License Plate Name on Back Game Computer Login and Expectations Scavenger Hunt with Group using Google Doc Hand Ball! Rock, Paper, Scissors (movement version) Famous Scientist Project Introduce Awards Name Sort/Bday (Girls Vs. Boys) Person Scavenger Hunt (Insight 360) Object in Basket Observations Goals (week, quarter, year, life) graphic organizer Do Now On a sheet of paper: What are the names of ALL 5 Match the staff member to their
How many people can you name in this class? (List all the names you can think of) You have 3 minutes tables in the classroom (start with yours)? What are the tables named after? Do you know? job: Staff Member Job Martinez Principal Lopez Counselor Daniel Office Man. Macias Asst. Prin Extra Notes, Vocab
Week 2 Dates 8/11 8/12 8/13 8/14 8/15 Title
Getting to know The Scientific Method and Lab Expectations Homework
Return Garden Permission Slip DUE by THURS/FRI Content Objective
I will create sections in my notebook and binder, using dividers, for all our science resources and activities. I will install, operate and interact with Ms. Lewis and my classmates using our new Insight 360 program. I will run The Penny Drop Experiment with my group AND collect and record our scientific data from several trials. Language Objective
I will label my dividers neatly and practice spelling the new unit titles Ms. Lewis introduces. I will digitally write and answer questions to the best of my ability on Insight 360. I will average the data from the trials on a document in Insight 360 and write a summary of our findings. Agenda
2 Rows of 4 Cup Challenge Awards! Goals (week, quarter, Paperclip Mystery Lab Rules Review
Supply Check Color Code Binders by class Period Label and/or create dividers Password Sheet Class Dojo Account Set Up (Veteran students help new students) year, life) Graphic Organizer Document on Insight 360 for Lab Experiment Run Penny Drop Experiment Record Data and Make Conclusions Reflect on Experiment Do Now
Match the Famous Scientist with their contribution to society and science. Scientist, What they did Pasteur, pasteurization Mathaai, Created Farms and Planted Trees Watson/Crick, DNA Bill Nye, Education on TV
Match the Famous Scientist with their contribution to society and science. Scientist, What they did Darwin, Theory of Evolution Goodall, Researched Shakiras Cousins Jeff Corwin, Wildlife Biologist on TV Einstein, Refrigerator What do you remember from 6 th
grade about the scientific method(Can you remember any of the steps?)
Make a circle map to brainstorm 1) Draw a circle 2) Write Scientific Method in the center 3) Write everything that comes to your mind when you think of the scientific method (words AND/OR pictures are ok) Extra Notes, Vocab
Trials Claim + Reasoning = Hypothesis
Week 3 Dates 8/18 8/19 8/20 8/21 8/22 Title
Car Lab Homework
Complete Car Lab Write Up Complete Car Lab Write Up Study Quizlet set of new Science Terms for MON/TUES Content Objective
I will construct a car (out of the materials provided by Ms. Lewis) and test how far it travels. I will complete and revise my first lab report for Ms. Lewis I will define and illustrate new science vocabulary in my Science Dictionary. Language Objective
I will talk, brainstorm and write a scientific procedure with my group based on our experiment. I will edit my grammar, writing and punctuation using the checklist provided by Ms. Lewis. I will organize and practice using new vocabulary with my science dictionary AND Quizlet. Agenda
Google Docs Science Folder Set Up Scientists Log Template Steps on Doc Cam together Group planning time Run and test experiments in hallway Awards Complete Scientists Log/Lab Write Up Set Up Science Dictionary Define and illustrate words in Science Dictionary Set up Quizlet Account Enter in password sheet Practice using Quizlet Do Now
What is a trial (in an experiment)? Think back to our Penny Lab. Why should we have more than A hypothesis includes your _______________ and your _______________. (Check your notes from THURS/FRI) Come up with a definition and picture for each word below:
1) Trial one trial in an experiment? 2) Hypothesis 3) Claim 4) Reasoning Extra Notes, Vocab
Bring old t-shirt or tank top. Bring soda bottle with top. Bring Permission Slip. Content Objective
I will design a notebook cover showcasing my interests using recycled materials.
I will set up, monitor and reflect on my Dojo Points. I will predict the nutrients ESSENTIAL for all plants. Language Objective
I will discuss and share with my teammates the purpose of our sustainable gardening elective. I will practice modeling positive classroom interactions! I will color code my Period Table to show the essential nutrients for plants AND people. Agenda
Notebook Design Google Doc Folder Set Up (Units) Notebook and Binder Set Awards Dojo Codes and Set up Popsicle Sticks Group Brainstorm with IPADs Periodic Table Color Coding Up Notebook and Binder Color Code Exit Ticket Do Now
1) Brainstorm pictures and words that come to your mind when you hear the words: SUSTAINABLE GARDENING 2) Why did you choose the gardening elective? Name 1 Dojo Behavior you do well.
Name one Dojo Behavior you could improve on (look at Smartboard if you need ideas) Why do we need a garden in Lincoln Heights? Why do we need a garden in LA? Extra Notes, Vocab
Sustainable Essential Nutrients
Week 5 Dates 9/2 9/3 9/4 9/5 Title
Plant Care 101 (LS 1.6) Recycle Mania (ESS 3.4) Homework
Bring old tshirt or bottle same same Content Objective
I will be able to apply the facts in the video to my care for our classs plants. same I will be able to recognize and categorize products into recycling, compost and trash. Language Objective I will answer questions in EduCanon about the plant basics same I will discuss and form opinions about whether products belong
in the video. in recycling, compost or trash. Agenda
EduCanon Video Answer questions in NB
Awards Go over video
Brainstorm Recycling Pamphlet (Recycle, Compost, Trash) Recycling Facts Recycling Video by Ms. Lewis Recycling Sort Do Now
What does it mean when a plant germinates?
What are 3 important nutrients in fertilizer? Go over Do Now when Sub was here! What does this symbol mean to you?
Bring in 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 or 7 Plastics (Due THURS/FRI)
Complete Recycling Facts same
Content Objective
I will be able to recognize and categorize products into recycling, compost and trash. I will sort recycling with my class into CRV, recycling (blue bin) and trash. I will choose facts about recycling that are relevant to our school. Language Objective
I will discuss and form opinions about whether products belong in recycling, compost or trash. I will talk and discuss with my classmates my opinions on where materials in the bins belong. I will organize, draw and write a presentable mini facts poster for the hallways. Agenda
Awards Collect School Recycling Water porch plants Collect School Recycling Facts around school
Do Now
Why is plastic good to use?
Why should we recycle plastic?
What are some negatives about plastics? What number plastics are not clear (we cannot see through them)?
What number plastic are plastic bags usually made from? Match the # plastic to the correct product 1 = soda bottles 2 = laundry detergent bottle 4 = plastic bags 5 = Starbucks cup 6 = Styrofoam cup of noodles Extra Notes, Vocab
Week 7 Dates 9/15 9/16 9/17 9/18 - 19 Title
REcycling Mania Week 2 Homework
Bring #1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 or 7 plastics! same Complete Achieve Article Content Objective
I will design recycling guidelines and suggestions for the school community. I will design recycling guidelines and suggestions for the school community. I will be able to navigate through Achieve and EScience 3000 so I can apply the articles to what we are learning! Language Objective
I will write and present material in an organized and eye- appealing manner for the classrooms! I will write and present material in an organized and eye- appealing manner for the classrooms! I will generate my own questions about the topic in the article Agenda
Prepare recycling facts for display Brainstorm with class Create guideline sheets for each classroom Set Up Google Docs Folders Awards Recycling Pick Up Patio Plants Prepare recycling facts for display Brainstorm with class Create guideline sheets for each classroom Set Up Google Docs Folders Do Now
What is the most shocking fact you found out about recycling when doing your research? Write down your Achieve 3000 Log-in here:
I will be able to navigate through Achieve and EScience 3000 so I can apply the articles to what we are learning! I will use my new knowledge and resources to do my best on our recycling quiz. Language Objective
I will generate my own questions about the topic in the article I will write and answer questions in complete sentences using specific details. Agenda
Complete mini projects Create guideline sheets for each classroom Set Up Google Docs Folders Achieve Time Awards Recycling Pick Up Patio Plants Quick Quiz Review on Show Me Take Quiz on Google Docs Achieve Time Do Now
What are 3 things you cannot recycle but you CAN compost? Match the plastic to the correct number and letter. Make a chart of the positives and negatives of plastics
Extra Notes, Vocab
Week 9 Dates 9/29 9/30 10/1 10/2 10/3 Title
REcycling Mania Week 3 Homework
Bring disposable cups for planting! Bring disposable cups for planting! Create plans for the garden! Content Objective
I will use my resources (notes, Google Docs) to perform well on my quiz, aiming for a grade of 3 or above! I will display focus and maturity when participating in todays class activities. I will show leadership and motivation by working in my small group at the garden. Language Objective
I will read questions carefully AND write in complete sentences when taking my quiz. I will talk and interact with others in a positive and productive way! I will communicate and strategize with my group mates so we can complete our job to the best of our ability. Agenda
Recycling Pick Up Quiz Review Take Quiz Recycling Article (if you Awards Recycling Pick Up Patio Plants Garden Expectations Assign Jobs Patio and Garden Work finish early) Do Now
What # plastics do YOU use the most? Tell me why or give examples. How can you display (show) focus and maturity? What do you want to see in the garden? Draw a little picture (blueprint) of what you would like to do. Extra Notes, Vocab
blueprint
Week 10 Dates 10/6 10/7 10/8 10/9 10/10 Title
REcycling Mania Week 3 Homework
Bring disposable cups for planting! Bring disposable cups for planting! Create plans for the garden! Content Objective
I will show leadership and motivation by working in my small group at the garden. I will display focus and maturity when participating in todays class activities. I will show leadership and motivation by working in my small group at the garden. Language Objective
I will communicate and strategize with my group mates so we can complete our job to the best of our ability. I will talk and interact with others in a positive and productive way! I will communicate and strategize with my group mates so we can complete our job to the best of our ability. Agenda Recycling Pick Up Awards Complete work from
Go over quiz Painting Garden Work Recycling Pick Up Patio Plants MON/TUES Do Now
How did your group do on painting? What worked for your group to design your pallet. Plan your garden below: Extra Notes, Vocab
