Weekly Schedule April 13 – April 16

1st Year Science

Monday: Testing Relief Day – No School
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Tuesday:
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Topic: Matter and Its Properties: Observing the Properties of Matter - In this program, students will learn how to use their five senses of sight, hearing, taste, smell and touch, to determine the different properties of matter. Properties such as shape, size, color, texture, odor, sound, weight, and taste are discussed. Everyday examples of matter are examined through vivid images, helping students better observe and describe their world.
Assignment: Worksheets and Quiz
Wednesday:
Assignment Due: Observing the Properties of Matter
Topic: Matter and Its Properties: What Makes Up Matter? - In order to determine what makes up matter, students will be introduced to the abstract notion of the atom through 3-D animation. The structure of the atom, including protons, neutrons, and electrons, is highlighted. The examples of gold, silver, and oxygen are used to show how atoms make up elements, and the examples of steel and water are used to show how different kinds of atoms form compounds. The language of chemistry is also introduced through simple chemical symbols and formulas.
Assignment: Worksheets and Quiz
Thursday:
Assignment Due: What Makes Up Matter?
Topic: Matter and Its Properties: Changes in Matter - Through everyday examples, students will see how they benefit from changes in matter and will understand that matter is changing everywhere around them. The different characteristics and samples of physical changes and chemical changes are shown, including changes in state. Common chemical changes, such as the burning of paper, the baking of a cake, and the rusting of a car are shown through colorful imagery.
Assignment: Worksheets and Quiz

2nd Year Science

Monday: Testing Relief Day – No School
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Topic: Understanding Cells: Life and Cells
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Wednesday:
Assignment Due: Life and Cells
Topic: Understanding Cells: How Cells Work
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Thursday:
Assignment Due: How Cells Work
Topic: Understanding Cells: How Cells Reproduce
Assignment: Worksheets