8th Grade Science
September 29th-
October 3rd
South Dakota Science Standard(s) Covered:
8.P.1.1. Students are able to classify matter as elements,
compounds, or mixtures.
8.P.1.2. Students are able to use the Periodic Table to compare
and contrast families of
elements and to classify elements as metals, metalloids, or
non-metals.
8.P.1.3. Students are
able to compare properties of matter resulting from physical and
chemical
changes.
| Monday |
 | Research the history of similar
experiments or inventions. |
| Research definitions of all
important words and concepts that describe science project. |
| Answer all background research
plan questions. |
Assignment:
Research for science fair project. Print
research articles. Read and Highlight articles...due Friday at the
beginning of class.
http://auth.grolier.com/login/go_login_page.html
Username: egogrolier
Pass word: heat |
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| Tuesday |
| Atoms are made of extremely tiny
particles called protons, neutrons, and electrons. |
| Protons and neutrons are in the
center of the atom, making up the nucleus. |
| Electrons surround the nucleus. |
| Protons have a positive charge. |
| Electrons have a negative charge. |
| The charge on the proton and
electron are exactly the same size but opposite. |
| Neutrons have no charge. |
| Since opposite charges attract,
protons and electrons attract each other. |
Assignment:
Atomic Math Challenges. |
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| Wednesday |
| Identify the chemical
symbols of elements. |
| Identify the different parts of an atom. |
| Determine the atomic number, atomic mass,
& the # of protons, neutrons and electrons for each atom. |
Assignment: Atomic Math Quiz
(27). Drawing
a Bohr Diagram. Notes(28). |
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| Thursday |
| Develop a basic understanding of
experimental design. |
| Use a model to explain indirect
observation. |
| Develop and test hypothesis. |
| Observe, record observations. |
| Retest and draw conclusions based
upon investigation. |
Assignment:
Mystery Boxes (29-33). |
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| Friday |
| Develop a basic understanding of
experimental design. |
| Use a model to explain indirect
observation. |
| Develop and test hypothesis. |
| Observe, record observations. |
| Retest and draw conclusions based
upon investigation. |
| Use the 6 + 1 writing trait,
"organization".
| Use an inviting lead that "hooks"
the reader. |
| Place supporting details so that
they fit. |
| Use logical and effective
structure, order, and sequence. |
| Give information at just the right
moment. |
| Use smooth transitions to help the
ideas flow together. |
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Assignment:
Discussion of Mystery Boxes (29-33).
Introduction for
science project...rough draft due Wednesday. |
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