8th Grade Science
November 11th-15th

South Dakota Science Standard(s) Covered:
8.E.1.5. Students are able to explain the impact of weathering and erosion on the Earth.

Monday
bulletFind evidence of weathering and erosion around home or community.
bulletCreate a digital story using evidence of weathering and erosion around the home.

Assignment:  Post Digital Story.  Digital Story RubricRead/OL pgs. 288-293.

Tuesday
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Describe the source of soil.

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Explain how the different properties of soil affect plant growth.

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Describe how various climates affect soil.

Assignment:  Discuss outline.

Wednesday
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Determine the color of soil sample.

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Observe whether soil is loose, friable, or firm.

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Create a water-and-soil column.

Assignment:  Soil color.  Soil consistence. 

Thursday Journey Into Space
Friday We are going to the dome!!! 
GO CHARGERS!!

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