TABLE OF CONTENTS - Lindbergh School District

Concept E: The nature of science relies
upon communication of results and
justification of explanations
a. Communicate the procedures and results
of investigations and explanations
through:
• oral presentations
• drawings and maps
• data tables
• graphs (bar, single line,
pictographs)
• writings.
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a. Students will measure the absorption of
three brands of paper towels. They will
make predictions about which brand will
absorb the most and determine what tools
will be needed to take appropriate
measurements, how many trials are needed,
and what their variables are. (1.3; 1.8)
a. Students will record all data in a chart and
display it on a graph.
b. Interpret data in order to make and
support conclusions.
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b. Students will create three paper airplanes
and select an area to fly the planes. They
will make predictions about the length and
times of flight and determine what tools will
be needed to take appropriate
measurements. Students will do multiple
trials and list all variables. (1.2; 1.8)
b. Students will record all data in a chart and
display it on a graph. They will draw
conclusions on how variables affect the
outcome of the experiment. Students will
perform the activity with different variables
and compare results.
Strand 8: Impact of Science, Technology and Human Activity
1. The nature of technology is advanced by and can advance science as it seeks to apply
scientific knowledge in ways that meet human needs
Major Objectives IS Suggested Activities Suggested Assessments
Concept A: Designed objects are used to
do things better or more easily and to do
some things that could not otherwise be
done at all
a. Design and construct a machine using
materials and/or existing objects that
can be used to perform a task. (ASSESS
LOCALLY)
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a. Students will gather recyclable materials and
invent an object that can be used to perform
a task. Simple machines are good for this
activity. (1.2; 1.4; 2.3; 2.7; 4.6)
a. Students will test and critique others
inventions and make suggestions on how to
improve each.
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