6th Grade Earth/Space Science Curriculum Mapping
Trimester 1 2014
Physical Science Focus
August 20th – November 14th
Books Used: Interactive Science Earth’s Structure Publisher: Pearson
Interactive Science Astronomy & Space Science Publisher: Pearson
· The 6th Grade curriculum covers Physical, Life and Earth in order that the book chapters flow in. There are 5 chapters in the first book and 4 in the second. Divided into the year there are 3 trimesters with 3 chapters in each so in the case of 6th grade the books should be completed by the end of the year.
Chapter 1: Introducing Earth / Earth’s Structure book
· Energy investigations: Earth as an energy system. Line graph of Earth formation progression and change. Energy measurement of Earth’s core and heat transfer through layers of Earth. Calculations for these divisions (math). Compare inside Earth temps to depth.
· Vocab to be used for weekly quizzes: force, gravity, particle, system, energy, atmosphere, geosphere, hydrosphere, biosphere, constructive force, destructive force, seismic wave, pressure, crust, basalt, granite, mantle, lithosphere, asthenosphere, outer core, inner core, radiation, convection, conduction, density, convection current.
· Planet diary to open lessons in conjunction with the text (technology): useful scientific videos for further explanation of energy concepts: discovery learning, utube, vsauce etc. Ipads for research on topic
· Concepts for labs: Modeling the mantle and convection current studies. Investigation of energy and heat flow through layers in the Earth. Experiment on how Scientists find what is inside Earth and motion of a liquid in hot vs cold temps. Research and investigation on how constructive vs destructive forces changed Earth’s surface (random picking of countries, mtn ranges) and presentation to the class. Full classification of rocks in crust from exterior to interior. Research on particular rocks: short one page random samples and presentation. Include magnetite in this group of samples to be given out to the students with labels and then they investigate properties and importance of their specific sample. Radiation observation with UV beads. Cave explorations or new land formations due to lava. (arts/engineering)
· Outside lab ideas: Visit from a Geologist. Look for any projects in St Augustine where they are excavating geologic sites
Chapter 2: Minerals and Rocks / Earth Structure Book
· Energy Investigations: Calculations of density, testing of rock formation and endurance through math investigations. Pressure calculations / particles counts and calculations of rock (math).
· Vocab to be used for weekly quizzes: liquid, solid, volume, mineral, inorganic, crystal, streak, luster, Mohs hardness scale, cleavage, fracture, geode, crystallization, solution, vein, rock-forming mineral, granite, basalt, train, texture, igneous rock, sedimentary rock, metamorphic rock, extrusive rock, intrusive rock, sediment, weathering, erosion, deposition, compaction, cementation, clastic rock, organic rock, chemical rock, foliated, rock cycle.
· Planet diary to open lessons in conjunction with the text (technology): useful scientific videos for further explanation of energy concepts: discovery learning, utube, vsauce etc. Ipads for research on topic
· Concepts for labs: Testing of different rock qualities and characteristics via weak acid and scratch test for hardness. Constructing homemade crystals and doing testing on these(sugar or chemical). Study of Earth coral reefs and the energy of life they sustain with drawings, models and presentations to class. Classification labs of minerals vs rocks: color, hardness, formation, streak, cleavage, pressure affecting them, grain comparisons with hand lens. Discovery of lab of first rock formations and study of caves to tell students what is interior vs Mtn ranges that are exterior. Rock cycle model. (arts/engineering)
· Outside lab ideas: Go to location to retrieve rock samples that will be analyzed. Diamond /jewelry maker, geologist
Chapter 3: Plate tectonics / Earth’s Surface Book
· Energy Investigations: Rate of plate movement calculations, predictions through mathematical calculations for Earth’s crust change over periods of time (eons). (math).
· Vocab for weekly quizzes: continent, boundary, crust, continental drift, Pangaea, fossil, mid ocean ridge, sea floor spreading, deep ocean trench, subduction, plate, divergent boundary, convergent boundary, transform boundary, plate tectonics, fault, rift valley.
· Planet diary to open lessons in conjunction with the text (technology): useful scientific videos for further explanation of energy concepts: discovery learning, utube, vsauce etc. Ipads for research on topic
· Concepts for labs: Modeling Sea floor spreading, Mantle convection current study, modeling. Density experiments based on rocks changing due to temp in earth’s surface. Magnetic experiments on reversing of poles which is relevant to real life scenario. Convection current experiment with coloring and diff temp water to note current movement. (art/engineering)
· Outside lab ideas: Relate the changing of the magnetic poles to following the daily Scientific Journal Observation page as the scientific community is aware of this change and keeping an eye on it daily. Assign daily/weekly students as news casters to give any updates on this.
Trimester 2
Life Science Focus
November 17th – February 27th
Chapter 4: Earthquakes / Earth’s Structure Book
· Adaptations / Species survival: Effects of stress on populations and societies when Earthquakes occur. Calculations of epicenter determination and seismic wave speed. (math). Force calculations of rock movement in different scaled earthquakes.
· Vocab for weekly quizzes: force, mass, volume, stress, tension, compression, shearing, normal fault, reverse fault, strike slip fault, plateau, earthquake, focus, epicenter, P wave, S wave, surface wave seismograph, Modified Mercalli scale, magnitude, Richter scale, moment magnitude scale.
· Planet diary to open lessons in conjunction with the text (technology): useful scientific videos for further explanation of Human body energy concepts: discovery learning, utube, vsauce etc. Ipads for research on topic
· Concepts for labs: Using elongated coil for stress tests and calculate pressure and movement of material depending on what level the earthquake would be. Investigation and research on random earthquakes: find epicenter, scale number, injury report, damage and present this to class as well as classification of fault line with detailed map to explain why this happened and what the people of the area are doing in case of another one: warning systems, current studies and reports by real time scientists. (art/engineering)
· Ideas for outside labs: Speaker of someone who went through an actual earthquake. Check in with MOSH to see if there is any relative displays, movies or presentations to this topic.
Chapter 5: Volcanoes / Earths Structure Book
· Effect of Volcanic activity on the Human Body: Calculations of circle graphs to represent volcanic activity areas. Buildings design to withstand volcanic action and effects of lung capacity on debris from volcanic activity. (math).
· Vocab used for weekly quizzes: crust, plate, boundaries, volcano, magma, lava, Ring of fire, island arc, hot spot, magma chamber, pipe, vent, lava flow, crater, silica, pyroclastic flow, dormant, extinct, caldera, cinder cone, composite volcano, shield volcano, volcanic neck, dike, sill, batholith
· Planet diary to open lessons in conjunction with the text (technology): useful scientific videos for further explanation of Human body energy concepts: discovery learning, utube, vsauce etc. Ipads for research on topic
· Concepts for labs: Research random picked volcanoes around the world, 3d model them, explain their type and present to class. Include the Ring of Fire as possible exploration area. Build and experiment an actual homemade volcano with different types of material for outflow: quiet vs explosive eruptions. Volcanic landform research of present day: volcanic necks, batholiths, dikes and sills.
· Outside lab ideas: Pompeii movie. Dr. visit from pulmonologist to describe the after effects of possible lung diseases when volcanic ash and other toxins get into the lungs.
Chapter one: Earth, Moon, Sun / Astronomy and Space Book
· Human Body Systems related: Gravity on the human body calculations as they pertain to different planets. Calculating percent of sunlight time per season and comparison of this to each of the 4 seasons. Analyzing data of gravity versus distance if a rocket was to leave the surface of a variety of planets depending on the gravitational pull of that individual planet. (math)
· Vocab used for weekly quizzes: rotate, equator, Northern Hemisphere, Southern Hemisphere, satellite, planet, meteor, comet, star, constellation, axis, rotation, revolution, orbit, calendar, solstice, equinox, force, gravity, law of universal gravitation, mass, weight, inertia, Newton’s first law of motion, phase, eclipse, solar eclipse, umbra, penumbra, lunar eclipse, tide, spring tide, neap tide, Maria, crater, meteoroid.
· Planet diary to open lessons in conjunction with the text (technology): useful scientific videos for further explanation of cycles of human body energy concepts: discovery learning, utube, vsauce etc. Ipads for research on topic
· Concepts for labs: Research and presentation for zodiac constellations and how they pertain if they do for each person in the lab. 3d model of the constellation to be hung from the ceiling in the classroom. Teach this constellation to a lower level class using the model and their report on this. Study of the modern calendar and make a weekly calendar of their own schedule according to what they learned using new and original symbols that you can teach someone else to read. Flip chart for phases and eclipses of the moon. Use of a star chart, compass and magnet to figure out sun shadows. Making of a homemade sundial. (arts / engineering)
· Outside lab ideas: MOSH planetarium trip and nightly observations and check in with NASA for daily news on nightly views.
Trimester 3 2015
Earth / Space Science
March 2nd – May 29th
Chapter 2: Exploring Space / Astronomy & Space Science Book
· Earth cycles as they relate to space missions and rockets (weather patterns to be mindful of) : Calculations for rocket altitude and timing of when in the year the missions would occur. Calculations of satellite distances and math calculations used by rocket scientists and how math is included in so many of the activities that the shuttle performed. (math). Velocity calculations.
· Vocab used for weekly quizzes: force, speed, gravity, rocket, thrust, velocity, orbital velocity, escape velocity, satellite, space shuttle, space station, space probe, rover, vacuum, microgravity, space spinoff, remote sensing, geostationary orbit
· Planet diary to open lessons in conjunction with the text (technology): useful scientific videos for further explanation of cycles and energy concepts: discovery learning, utube, vsauce etc. Ipads for research on topic
· Concepts for labs: Study of force on a balloon as it is relative to a rocket. Study/research of history of rockets and what it takes to be a rocket scientist. Modeling multistage rockets. Effects on human body in space and study of tools and remote control used in space. Robotics demo build and display. Survival game if students were in space. Exploration on velocity with film canisters. Research and study of the many products that are used in everyday life that we gained through space exploration: heat space blankets, Olympic swim suits: heat loss experiment that validates these products. (arts/engineering).
· Outside lab ideas: visit from engineer or robotics club to show how and what goes into the building of these models and rover type machines so that we may further our information about space.
Chapter 3: The Solar System / Astronomy & Space Science book
· Planets in the solar system: This is relative to what the topic area is for this time of year within the curriculum. Math conversions for AU units and using metric system. Distance conversion for the layers of the sun. Measurements of velocity and present day calculations for sun spots. (math)
· Vocab to be used for weekly quizzes: revolution, rotates, gravity, geocentric, heliocentric, ellipse, solar system, astronomical unit, planet, dwarf planet, planetesimal, core, nuclear fusion, radiation zone, convection zone, photosphere, chromosphere, corona, solar wind, sunspot, prominence, solar flare, terrestrial planet, greenhouse effect, gas giant, ring, asteroid belt, Kuiper belt, Oort cloud, comet, coma, nucleus, asteroid, meteoroid,, meteor, meteorite
· Planet diary to open lessons in conjunction with the text (technology): useful scientific videos for further explanation of space concepts: discovery learning, utube, vsauce etc. Ipads for research on topic
· Concepts for labs: Freestanding model of solar system with each student in group responsible for in-depth study and findings of interesting information for each planet. Also included is modeling and study of asteroids, meteors. Experiment on how to safely observe the sun. Greenhouse effect lab, changing orbit labs once models have been made, this lab contains use of magnets (arts/engineering). Lab comparing characteristic of inner planets using rock/mineral samples from class.
· Outside lab ideas: Design a game for outside classes to play, Hogan students, on the solar system.
Chapter 4: Stars, Galaxies, Universe / Astronomy & Space Science book
· Planets in the universe: Mathematical calculations for the scale of the universe in relation to review from AU units. Scientific notation review and practice along with the universe scale big question. (math). Light year calculations for each planet from Earth. Graphing and full diagram of HR diagram of the major star groups individually on graph paper.
· Vocab to be used for weekly quizzes: wave, energy, distance, electromagnetic radiation, visible light, wavelength, spectrum, telescope, optical telescopes, refracting telescope, convex lens, reflecting telescope, observatory, radio telescope, parallax, universe, light-year, scientific notation, spectrograph, apparent brightness, absolute brightness, Hertzsprung Russell diagram, main sequence, nebula, protostar, white dwarf, supernova, neutron star, pulsar, black hole, binary star, eclipsing binary, open cluster, globular cluster, galaxy, spiral galaxy, elliptical galaxy, irregular galaxy, quasar, big band, Hubble’s law, cosmic background radiation, dark matter, dark energy
· Planet diary to open lessons in conjunction with the text (technology): useful scientific videos for further explanation of space concepts: discovery learning, utube, vsauce etc. Ipads for research on topic
· Concepts for labs: Design and build a telescope. Measurements of the universe experiment. Star brightness calculations according to apparent vs absolute brightness. Lab on figuring out AU with spring measurements. HR diagram interpretation. Lab on life cycle of stars. Lab on death cycle of star. Models for different types of galaxies. Universe expansion lab. (arts / engineering)
· Outside lab ideas: J&J speaker who is the eye Dr.to explain how the eye works and why and why not we see what we see when we look at stars and their brightness.
***This curriculum takes into consideration time restraints that may occur as the year progresses and is in accordance and covers all specific standards presented in the Hendricks Science Standards Curriculum Map.
Trimester 1 2014
Physical Science Focus
August 20th – November 14th
Books Used: Interactive Science Earth’s Structure Publisher: Pearson
Interactive Science Astronomy & Space Science Publisher: Pearson
· The 6th Grade curriculum covers Physical, Life and Earth in order that the book chapters flow in. There are 5 chapters in the first book and 4 in the second. Divided into the year there are 3 trimesters with 3 chapters in each so in the case of 6th grade the books should be completed by the end of the year.
Chapter 1: Introducing Earth / Earth’s Structure book
· Energy investigations: Earth as an energy system. Line graph of Earth formation progression and change. Energy measurement of Earth’s core and heat transfer through layers of Earth. Calculations for these divisions (math). Compare inside Earth temps to depth.
· Vocab to be used for weekly quizzes: force, gravity, particle, system, energy, atmosphere, geosphere, hydrosphere, biosphere, constructive force, destructive force, seismic wave, pressure, crust, basalt, granite, mantle, lithosphere, asthenosphere, outer core, inner core, radiation, convection, conduction, density, convection current.
· Planet diary to open lessons in conjunction with the text (technology): useful scientific videos for further explanation of energy concepts: discovery learning, utube, vsauce etc. Ipads for research on topic
· Concepts for labs: Modeling the mantle and convection current studies. Investigation of energy and heat flow through layers in the Earth. Experiment on how Scientists find what is inside Earth and motion of a liquid in hot vs cold temps. Research and investigation on how constructive vs destructive forces changed Earth’s surface (random picking of countries, mtn ranges) and presentation to the class. Full classification of rocks in crust from exterior to interior. Research on particular rocks: short one page random samples and presentation. Include magnetite in this group of samples to be given out to the students with labels and then they investigate properties and importance of their specific sample. Radiation observation with UV beads. Cave explorations or new land formations due to lava. (arts/engineering)
· Outside lab ideas: Visit from a Geologist. Look for any projects in St Augustine where they are excavating geologic sites
Chapter 2: Minerals and Rocks / Earth Structure Book
· Energy Investigations: Calculations of density, testing of rock formation and endurance through math investigations. Pressure calculations / particles counts and calculations of rock (math).
· Vocab to be used for weekly quizzes: liquid, solid, volume, mineral, inorganic, crystal, streak, luster, Mohs hardness scale, cleavage, fracture, geode, crystallization, solution, vein, rock-forming mineral, granite, basalt, train, texture, igneous rock, sedimentary rock, metamorphic rock, extrusive rock, intrusive rock, sediment, weathering, erosion, deposition, compaction, cementation, clastic rock, organic rock, chemical rock, foliated, rock cycle.
· Planet diary to open lessons in conjunction with the text (technology): useful scientific videos for further explanation of energy concepts: discovery learning, utube, vsauce etc. Ipads for research on topic
· Concepts for labs: Testing of different rock qualities and characteristics via weak acid and scratch test for hardness. Constructing homemade crystals and doing testing on these(sugar or chemical). Study of Earth coral reefs and the energy of life they sustain with drawings, models and presentations to class. Classification labs of minerals vs rocks: color, hardness, formation, streak, cleavage, pressure affecting them, grain comparisons with hand lens. Discovery of lab of first rock formations and study of caves to tell students what is interior vs Mtn ranges that are exterior. Rock cycle model. (arts/engineering)
· Outside lab ideas: Go to location to retrieve rock samples that will be analyzed. Diamond /jewelry maker, geologist
Chapter 3: Plate tectonics / Earth’s Surface Book
· Energy Investigations: Rate of plate movement calculations, predictions through mathematical calculations for Earth’s crust change over periods of time (eons). (math).
· Vocab for weekly quizzes: continent, boundary, crust, continental drift, Pangaea, fossil, mid ocean ridge, sea floor spreading, deep ocean trench, subduction, plate, divergent boundary, convergent boundary, transform boundary, plate tectonics, fault, rift valley.
· Planet diary to open lessons in conjunction with the text (technology): useful scientific videos for further explanation of energy concepts: discovery learning, utube, vsauce etc. Ipads for research on topic
· Concepts for labs: Modeling Sea floor spreading, Mantle convection current study, modeling. Density experiments based on rocks changing due to temp in earth’s surface. Magnetic experiments on reversing of poles which is relevant to real life scenario. Convection current experiment with coloring and diff temp water to note current movement. (art/engineering)
· Outside lab ideas: Relate the changing of the magnetic poles to following the daily Scientific Journal Observation page as the scientific community is aware of this change and keeping an eye on it daily. Assign daily/weekly students as news casters to give any updates on this.
Trimester 2
Life Science Focus
November 17th – February 27th
Chapter 4: Earthquakes / Earth’s Structure Book
· Adaptations / Species survival: Effects of stress on populations and societies when Earthquakes occur. Calculations of epicenter determination and seismic wave speed. (math). Force calculations of rock movement in different scaled earthquakes.
· Vocab for weekly quizzes: force, mass, volume, stress, tension, compression, shearing, normal fault, reverse fault, strike slip fault, plateau, earthquake, focus, epicenter, P wave, S wave, surface wave seismograph, Modified Mercalli scale, magnitude, Richter scale, moment magnitude scale.
· Planet diary to open lessons in conjunction with the text (technology): useful scientific videos for further explanation of Human body energy concepts: discovery learning, utube, vsauce etc. Ipads for research on topic
· Concepts for labs: Using elongated coil for stress tests and calculate pressure and movement of material depending on what level the earthquake would be. Investigation and research on random earthquakes: find epicenter, scale number, injury report, damage and present this to class as well as classification of fault line with detailed map to explain why this happened and what the people of the area are doing in case of another one: warning systems, current studies and reports by real time scientists. (art/engineering)
· Ideas for outside labs: Speaker of someone who went through an actual earthquake. Check in with MOSH to see if there is any relative displays, movies or presentations to this topic.
Chapter 5: Volcanoes / Earths Structure Book
· Effect of Volcanic activity on the Human Body: Calculations of circle graphs to represent volcanic activity areas. Buildings design to withstand volcanic action and effects of lung capacity on debris from volcanic activity. (math).
· Vocab used for weekly quizzes: crust, plate, boundaries, volcano, magma, lava, Ring of fire, island arc, hot spot, magma chamber, pipe, vent, lava flow, crater, silica, pyroclastic flow, dormant, extinct, caldera, cinder cone, composite volcano, shield volcano, volcanic neck, dike, sill, batholith
· Planet diary to open lessons in conjunction with the text (technology): useful scientific videos for further explanation of Human body energy concepts: discovery learning, utube, vsauce etc. Ipads for research on topic
· Concepts for labs: Research random picked volcanoes around the world, 3d model them, explain their type and present to class. Include the Ring of Fire as possible exploration area. Build and experiment an actual homemade volcano with different types of material for outflow: quiet vs explosive eruptions. Volcanic landform research of present day: volcanic necks, batholiths, dikes and sills.
· Outside lab ideas: Pompeii movie. Dr. visit from pulmonologist to describe the after effects of possible lung diseases when volcanic ash and other toxins get into the lungs.
Chapter one: Earth, Moon, Sun / Astronomy and Space Book
· Human Body Systems related: Gravity on the human body calculations as they pertain to different planets. Calculating percent of sunlight time per season and comparison of this to each of the 4 seasons. Analyzing data of gravity versus distance if a rocket was to leave the surface of a variety of planets depending on the gravitational pull of that individual planet. (math)
· Vocab used for weekly quizzes: rotate, equator, Northern Hemisphere, Southern Hemisphere, satellite, planet, meteor, comet, star, constellation, axis, rotation, revolution, orbit, calendar, solstice, equinox, force, gravity, law of universal gravitation, mass, weight, inertia, Newton’s first law of motion, phase, eclipse, solar eclipse, umbra, penumbra, lunar eclipse, tide, spring tide, neap tide, Maria, crater, meteoroid.
· Planet diary to open lessons in conjunction with the text (technology): useful scientific videos for further explanation of cycles of human body energy concepts: discovery learning, utube, vsauce etc. Ipads for research on topic
· Concepts for labs: Research and presentation for zodiac constellations and how they pertain if they do for each person in the lab. 3d model of the constellation to be hung from the ceiling in the classroom. Teach this constellation to a lower level class using the model and their report on this. Study of the modern calendar and make a weekly calendar of their own schedule according to what they learned using new and original symbols that you can teach someone else to read. Flip chart for phases and eclipses of the moon. Use of a star chart, compass and magnet to figure out sun shadows. Making of a homemade sundial. (arts / engineering)
· Outside lab ideas: MOSH planetarium trip and nightly observations and check in with NASA for daily news on nightly views.
Trimester 3 2015
Earth / Space Science
March 2nd – May 29th
Chapter 2: Exploring Space / Astronomy & Space Science Book
· Earth cycles as they relate to space missions and rockets (weather patterns to be mindful of) : Calculations for rocket altitude and timing of when in the year the missions would occur. Calculations of satellite distances and math calculations used by rocket scientists and how math is included in so many of the activities that the shuttle performed. (math). Velocity calculations.
· Vocab used for weekly quizzes: force, speed, gravity, rocket, thrust, velocity, orbital velocity, escape velocity, satellite, space shuttle, space station, space probe, rover, vacuum, microgravity, space spinoff, remote sensing, geostationary orbit
· Planet diary to open lessons in conjunction with the text (technology): useful scientific videos for further explanation of cycles and energy concepts: discovery learning, utube, vsauce etc. Ipads for research on topic
· Concepts for labs: Study of force on a balloon as it is relative to a rocket. Study/research of history of rockets and what it takes to be a rocket scientist. Modeling multistage rockets. Effects on human body in space and study of tools and remote control used in space. Robotics demo build and display. Survival game if students were in space. Exploration on velocity with film canisters. Research and study of the many products that are used in everyday life that we gained through space exploration: heat space blankets, Olympic swim suits: heat loss experiment that validates these products. (arts/engineering).
· Outside lab ideas: visit from engineer or robotics club to show how and what goes into the building of these models and rover type machines so that we may further our information about space.
Chapter 3: The Solar System / Astronomy & Space Science book
· Planets in the solar system: This is relative to what the topic area is for this time of year within the curriculum. Math conversions for AU units and using metric system. Distance conversion for the layers of the sun. Measurements of velocity and present day calculations for sun spots. (math)
· Vocab to be used for weekly quizzes: revolution, rotates, gravity, geocentric, heliocentric, ellipse, solar system, astronomical unit, planet, dwarf planet, planetesimal, core, nuclear fusion, radiation zone, convection zone, photosphere, chromosphere, corona, solar wind, sunspot, prominence, solar flare, terrestrial planet, greenhouse effect, gas giant, ring, asteroid belt, Kuiper belt, Oort cloud, comet, coma, nucleus, asteroid, meteoroid,, meteor, meteorite
· Planet diary to open lessons in conjunction with the text (technology): useful scientific videos for further explanation of space concepts: discovery learning, utube, vsauce etc. Ipads for research on topic
· Concepts for labs: Freestanding model of solar system with each student in group responsible for in-depth study and findings of interesting information for each planet. Also included is modeling and study of asteroids, meteors. Experiment on how to safely observe the sun. Greenhouse effect lab, changing orbit labs once models have been made, this lab contains use of magnets (arts/engineering). Lab comparing characteristic of inner planets using rock/mineral samples from class.
· Outside lab ideas: Design a game for outside classes to play, Hogan students, on the solar system.
Chapter 4: Stars, Galaxies, Universe / Astronomy & Space Science book
· Planets in the universe: Mathematical calculations for the scale of the universe in relation to review from AU units. Scientific notation review and practice along with the universe scale big question. (math). Light year calculations for each planet from Earth. Graphing and full diagram of HR diagram of the major star groups individually on graph paper.
· Vocab to be used for weekly quizzes: wave, energy, distance, electromagnetic radiation, visible light, wavelength, spectrum, telescope, optical telescopes, refracting telescope, convex lens, reflecting telescope, observatory, radio telescope, parallax, universe, light-year, scientific notation, spectrograph, apparent brightness, absolute brightness, Hertzsprung Russell diagram, main sequence, nebula, protostar, white dwarf, supernova, neutron star, pulsar, black hole, binary star, eclipsing binary, open cluster, globular cluster, galaxy, spiral galaxy, elliptical galaxy, irregular galaxy, quasar, big band, Hubble’s law, cosmic background radiation, dark matter, dark energy
· Planet diary to open lessons in conjunction with the text (technology): useful scientific videos for further explanation of space concepts: discovery learning, utube, vsauce etc. Ipads for research on topic
· Concepts for labs: Design and build a telescope. Measurements of the universe experiment. Star brightness calculations according to apparent vs absolute brightness. Lab on figuring out AU with spring measurements. HR diagram interpretation. Lab on life cycle of stars. Lab on death cycle of star. Models for different types of galaxies. Universe expansion lab. (arts / engineering)
· Outside lab ideas: J&J speaker who is the eye Dr.to explain how the eye works and why and why not we see what we see when we look at stars and their brightness.
***This curriculum takes into consideration time restraints that may occur as the year progresses and is in accordance and covers all specific standards presented in the Hendricks Science Standards Curriculum Map.