Course Description: Grade 7 science, a study of life science, incorporates experimentation, safe laboratory procedures, and the use of various laboratory tools. Students will explore and learn about cells, genetics/evolution, nutrition, and several animal systems such as the skeletal, muscular, nervous, circulatory, respiratory, and digestive systems. The animal systems are explored as a comparative study of structure and function with a focus on interdependence and homeostatic balance. Dissections of the earthworm and frog (or alternatives to dissection) are extensions of the units on animal systems. Goals:
Students will perform student-centered hands-on activities, utilize scientific inquiry to investigate answers to questions, create lab reports/projects, research and discuss current science topics, and gain a better understanding of the living world around them. Reading assignments will be given periodically throughout the year providing opportunities to practice the skills of analyzing/interpreting data and comprehending key ideas from non-fiction text in addition to building/applying science vocabulary. |
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