- Weather Observations
- 3.1 Sunrise and Sunset times
Wednesday, December 19, 2007
Tuesday, December 18, 2007
Monday, December 17, 2007
6th/7th/8th Science
As you're watching the episode write down the question or problem they are trying to solve and notes about their method and their conclusion. This will be handed in at the end of class.
Thursday, December 13, 2007
6th science 121307
Weather Unit
- weather observations
- finish 2.2 (p.5)
- view elevator to space
- test review
8th science 121307
Earth Science
- Finish 7.2 "Earth History Index Cards"
- put the cards on your timelines in the correct place
Wednesday, December 12, 2007
Tuesday, December 11, 2007
6th Science 121107
Weather Unit
- 2.2 "Earth's Atmosphere"
- Read "Thin Blue Veil"
- Earth's Atmosphere Questions
7th Science 121107
Science Fair
- How to do a science project site
- Working on Project Notebooks
- Research Papers
Monday, December 10, 2007
8th Science121007
Earth Science
- finish 7.1 "Index Fossils"
- lab sheets 63, 65-66
- Reading "Fossil Primer" p. 83
Friday, December 7, 2007
6th/7th/8th science120707
- Mythbusters "Pirates 2" episode
- homework: Have a written summary for each of the myths tested in this episode. Summaries need to include the problem they were trying to solve, an explanation of their method of testing and their conclusion.
Thursday, December 6, 2007
7th, 6th, 8th sec. 2 science 120607
Watching Mythbusters "Exploding Water Tank" episode
- Homework: provide a written summary for each of the myths tested. Include the problem they were working on, how they tested it, and their conclusion.
8th Science section 1 120607
Earth Science
- finish 7.1 "Index Fossils" lab
- complete p. 59 (Bryce, Zion, Grand Canyon rock correlations)
Wednesday, December 5, 2007
Monday, December 3, 2007
Thursday, November 29, 2007
Wednesday, November 28, 2007
Tuesday, November 27, 2007
7th Science
Science Fair
- Working on Project Notebook
- Problem, hypothesis, variables, Materials, procedure, data table
Monday, November 26, 2007
Tuesday, November 20, 2007
Monday, November 19, 2007
Friday, November 16, 2007
Thursday, November 15, 2007
Wednesday, November 14, 2007
Tuesday, November 13, 2007
Monday, November 12, 2007
Friday, November 9, 2007
Thursday, November 8, 2007
8th science
Earth Science
- 5.3 cont.
- Basin Questions (P. 41)
- Where in the world is calcite questions
- Coconino Stories and questions
Wednesday, November 7, 2007
6th Science
Variables Unit
- Finish Angle graphs and hand in
- 4.3 Controlled Experiments
- Flipper System quiz
- Design a controlled experiment for flipper system
7th Science
Science Fair
- Getting a Topic
- Good/Bad and why
- science buddies website
- http://www.sciencebuddies.org/mentoring/project_question.shtml
8th Science
Earth Science
- Finish Seawater Investigation
- Look at limestone formation video
- Read: "Where In the World is Calcite"
- Begin 5.3 Making a Limestone Layer (p. 39)
- Basin Questions p. 41
Tuesday, November 6, 2007
8th/Science
Earth Science
- 5.2 Testing for Calcium Carbonate
- data table
- read "Where in the world is calcium carbonate"
Monday, November 5, 2007
Thursday, November 1, 2007
6th science 11-1-07
Variables Unit
- 4.2 "Flip Out"
- Finish Graphs from "mass" experiment
- Conduct distance experiment
- Read "Flippers"
Wednesday, October 31, 2007
Tuesday, October 30, 2007
Monday, October 29, 2007
6th Science
Variables
- 4.1 Flip stick construction
- Describe flip stick system
- 4.2 Flipping Aluminum Balls
Friday, October 26, 2007
6th Science
Variables Unit
- Hand in Paper Airplane Experiments
- Discussion
- Planet Earth "Jungles"
- Notes and observations
7th/8th Science
Earth Science
- Planet Earth "Jungles"
- Observation and notes sheet
On Monday we will be doing 4.6 "making shale". I need to collect some different kinds of sediments from various locations around the area. Have a great weekend and look for Mr. Coberly and I during the World Series game on Saturday night. We will be in the left field seats, below the scoreboard, and nine rows up from the field. I'll post pics of the game here on Monday.
Thursday, October 25, 2007
Wednesday, October 24, 2007
7th/8th Science
Earth Science
- 4.5 Making Sandstone
- observe sandstone formation
- Discuss and review
- 4.6 Making Shale
- Learn about how shale is formed
- Shale recipe (lab p. 35)
Tuesday, October 23, 2007
6th Science
Variables Unit
- 3.4 Flights of Fancy
- Graph results of experiment
- 3.5 Paper Airplane Experiment
7th/8th Science
Earth Science
- Review Weathering and Erosion Video Questions
- 4.5 Making Sandstone
We will be making sandstone today and learning how sandstone is formed. In this area of Wyoming we have quite a bit of sandstone around. Make sure that you are being safe in the lab and using the lab materials appropriately.
Sandstone recipe (lab p. 33)
Monday, October 22, 2007
7th/8th Science
Earth Science
- 4.3 : view multimedia stream tables and discuss experiment
- 4.4 : Weathering and erosion video (lab p. 31-32)
Thursday, October 18, 2007
7th/8th Science
Earth Science
- 4.2 Stream Tables
Today we will be observing the stream table and recording the observations on lab p. 26-29. I want to see evidence of careful observation. On the stream table map, draw what you see. Make sure to include the little details and label the different landforms. When you're filling out the Model Observation page, communicate your observations with as much detail as possible. The purpose of this demonstration is not to entertain you, but for you to learn from.
Wednesday, October 17, 2007
6th Science
Variables Unit
- 3.3 Flights of Fancy
- Perform Experiment and record data in data tables
For more information about how airplanes work go Here
Tuesday, October 16, 2007
Monday, October 15, 2007
7th/8th Science
Earth Science
- 4.2 "Sand" cont.
- identify "mystery sand"
- view multimedia sand samples
- do sand questions
- lab p. 21-25
Friday, October 12, 2007
6th Science
Variables Unit
- 3.3 Flights of Fancy
- Read "Great Names in Aviation History"
- Plan a new Foss Plane Experiment
7th/8th Science
Earth Science
- 4.2 Observing Sand Samples
- Physical and Chemical weathering
- infer environment of deposition
- Lab sheets 21-25
Thursday, October 11, 2007
6th Science
Variables Unit
- 3.2 continued
- Discuss results, problems
- Word Bank and Content inquiry
- Read "Great Names in Aviation History"
Tuesday, October 9, 2007
6th Science
Variables Unit
- Conduct Foss Plane Experiment
- Complete Data Tables
- Bring Data Tables to Computer Class tomorrow
Monday, October 8, 2007
6th Science
Variables Unit
- 3.2 Investigating Variables for Foss Planes
- Plan experiment for # of winds variable
- Make a data table to record data
7th/8th Science
Earth Science
- 3.4 Neighborhood Rocks
Today we will take a closer look at the rocks that we've collected from this area. We will try to determine the rock type and infer how it was formed.
Thursday, October 4, 2007
7th/8th Science
Earth Science
- 3.4 "Differential Erosion"
- view multimedia
- Discussion
- Mid-summative exam 3
Wednesday, October 3, 2007
Tuesday, October 2, 2007
7th/8th Science
Earth Science
3.3 Introduction to Colorado Plateau
3.3 Introduction to Colorado Plateau
- Learn about Colorado Plateau
- Bring a rock from home
Monday, October 1, 2007
6th Science
Variables Unit
2.3 Cont.
2.3 Cont.
- Read "Science in the Bathtub"
- Battery Investigation Problem of the Week
7th/8th Science
Earth Science
3.2 Cont.
3.2 Cont.
- Discuss Homework
- Review Grand Canyon Rocks
- Read "From the Little Colorado to the Foot of the Grand Canyon"
- Pick a scene and illustrate it
Thursday, September 27, 2007
7th/8th Science
Earth Science
- 3.2 Correlating Grand Canyon Rocks (lab pgs. 11, 13, 15)
- Homework: finish the questions on pg. 15.
Wednesday, September 26, 2007
7th/8th Science
Earth Science
- Finish up observing Grand Canyon rock samples (lab pgs. 6-9)
- notes on Grand Canyon rocks
- Begin 3.2 "Correlating Grand Canyon Rocks" (lab pgs. 11,13,15)
Tuesday, September 25, 2007
Monday, September 24, 2007
7th/8th Science
Earth Science
- 3.1: Observing Grand Canyon Rock Samples
Today we are going to start looking at the Grand Canyon in a little more detail. We will look at Powell's method of collecting data and samples and try and duplicate that in this lab.
Friday, September 21, 2007
7th/8th Science
Earth Science
- Mid-Summative Exam
Today you will be taking the 2nd mid summative exam. First, you will write the test out on the sheet provided. This will serve as the "sloppy copy". Then we will go over to the computer lab and you will type out your test response. Remember to apply 6-trait writing to have a great product.
Thursday, September 20, 2007
6th Grade Science
Variables Unit
- Test Discussion
- Lifeboat Investigation 1 & 2
Today, we will discuss the test yesterday. Then we will go into the lab and begin our investigation into Lifeboats. We will be working to improve measuring and observation skills as well as learning about capacity and bouyancy.
7th/8th Science
Earth Science
- Finish organizing Grand Canyon Questions/Discuss
- Crossword Puzzle
- Mid-Summative Exam tomorrow
Today we are going to finish up organizing the questions. Your group will give a brief informal discussion of the way you categorized the questions. I will post these questions, so we can refer back to them from time to time. Hopefully, they will all be answered by the end of the unit.
After your group finishes organizing questions, come up and get a crossword
Wednesday, September 19, 2007
Tuesday, September 18, 2007
Monday, September 17, 2007
Thursday, September 13, 2007
Wednesday, September 12, 2007
Tuesday, September 11, 2007
Monday, September 10, 2007
6th Science
Variables Unit
- Testing the variable of length
- Swinger Picture Graph Sheet
We will be testing the variable of length today and completing the Picture Graph Sheet. Also make sure that you are reviewing vocabulary and concepts on a regular basis.
7th/8th Science
Earth Science
- Powell's Expedition Journal
- Notes on Powell Expedition
Today we will be reading through Powell's Journal that he kept during his expedition through the Grand Canyon. While reading, you will be answering questions on your Notes on Powell Expedition Sheet. Then we will discuss your findings.
Friday, September 7, 2007
Thursday, September 6, 2007
Wednesday, September 5, 2007
6th Grade Science
Variables Unit
- Exploring Swingers
- Word Wall
- Content/Inquiry chart
Today we will be exploring variables using our swingers that we created yesterday. Since we will be working in the lab, you need to remember the safety rules and everybody will be wearing goggles.
7th/8th Science
Earth Science
- Observation vs. Inference
- Cube Activity
Today we will be trying to figure out what is on the bottom of cubes. You will be in groups of 3-4 and will need to use your observation and inferencing skills to guess what's on the bottom of the cubes. You will also need to gather evidence that supports your statement in order to convince me what's on the bottom.
Monday, September 3, 2007
6th Science
Variables
- Explore "swingers"
- Vocabulary- variable, experiment, pendulum
Today we are beginning a new unit called "Variables". In this unit we will be learning more about the nature of science and how to do science. We will begin by studying "swingers". A swinger is a simple pendulum.
7th/8th Science
Earth Science
1.1 Making Inferences
- Observation vs. Inference
- Shoe Activity
Today we will continue to learn about the Nature of Science through Earth Science. Observations and inferences are an important part of "doing science". Remember from our discussion last week that observations are made by using our senses, or extensions of our senses, (microscopes, telescopes, cameras, etc...) and inferences are the logical conclusions that we can make based upon those observations.
Bellringer: Look at the object on my table and make a list of observations and inferences.
Friday, August 31, 2007
Thursday, August 30, 2007
Science
Nature of Science
- Continue our discussion of the nature of science
- Work on pretest and activity (twirly birds)
We need to have a good working definition of science and an understanding of the scientific process. The nature of science link above is a great place to start. We will also be conducting an investigation with "twirly birds" to discover how variables affect a system.
Wednesday, August 29, 2007
Tuesday, August 28, 2007
Wednesday, May 16, 2007
Friday's Activities For GIS Class
Hey, if it's not Friday you shouldn't be reading this and you need to go to Thursday's post. If it is Friday, you're in the right spot.
Girls, try this scavenger hunt today.
Boys, here's one for you.
Girls, try this scavenger hunt today.
Boys, here's one for you.
Thursday's Activities for GIS Class
Well guys and girls, I hope that you will have fun with these links over the next few days in class.
The first activity is to go here and watch the different "How it's made" videos. When you're finished, go to the "think about it" questions to test your knowledge. Watch as many videos as you can during the period.
With about 5 minutes left in the period, leave a comment on my post today where you tell me what you think about the site. Also include something that you learned by viewing the site.
Have Fun and be good.
The first activity is to go here and watch the different "How it's made" videos. When you're finished, go to the "think about it" questions to test your knowledge. Watch as many videos as you can during the period.
With about 5 minutes left in the period, leave a comment on my post today where you tell me what you think about the site. Also include something that you learned by viewing the site.
Have Fun and be good.
Thursday, May 10, 2007
MS District Track Meet Today
There's a lot of kids gone today for the middle school district track meet so I'm going to post some of the things we covered in class today.
GIS students go here for some really cool science games. We are continuing our work on the 8th grade graduation Video.
6th, 7th and 8th grade science: We're continuing our discussion on Earth's weather. We demonstrated how the seasons change here on Earth. Important vocab words are:
Equinox and Solstice.
During the spring and summer equinox, times for daylight and night are equal.
The summer solstice is the longest day of the year. For the Northern hemisphere that is June 21. For the southern hemisphere it is December 21.
The winter Solstice is the shortest day of the year. For the Northern hemisphere that is December 21 and for the Southern hemisphere it is June 21.
A solstice occurs when either the North or South Pole is pointed more towards the Sun.
We watched a pretty informative video on the Sun/Earth system and how the seasons change.
GIS students go here for some really cool science games. We are continuing our work on the 8th grade graduation Video.
6th, 7th and 8th grade science: We're continuing our discussion on Earth's weather. We demonstrated how the seasons change here on Earth. Important vocab words are:
Equinox and Solstice.
During the spring and summer equinox, times for daylight and night are equal.
The summer solstice is the longest day of the year. For the Northern hemisphere that is June 21. For the southern hemisphere it is December 21.
The winter Solstice is the shortest day of the year. For the Northern hemisphere that is December 21 and for the Southern hemisphere it is June 21.
A solstice occurs when either the North or South Pole is pointed more towards the Sun.
We watched a pretty informative video on the Sun/Earth system and how the seasons change.
Monday, May 7, 2007
Monday...3 weeks left before summer!
Okay 6th graders...we are still working on the school for sale project. If you have your photos, keep working on the video. If you are still waiting for the camera, work on the weather scavenger hunt. Try this Scientific Method Scavenger Hunt.
Thursday, May 3, 2007
Guns in Schools
School shootings are one of the most horrible things plaguing our society today. Who know what motives these people have. I couldn't imagine someone being so tormented that they would want to cause harm to innocent children. Were does it all start? Is there something that "school shooters" have in common? Maybe if we looked hard enough at the problem, we would be able to see a solution. Today I want you to leave a comment on this post where tell me about a time that you were bullied or you bullied someone. You don't have to use names, just describe what happened. Then, read the Guns in School article. After you've read the article, reflect on the issue and post a response in your blog. Discuss the problem and some solutions. Maybe you could find some interesting links about violence in schools that you could add your post as well. Make sure that you comment on at least 3 other blogs.
Wednesday, May 2, 2007
Video Projects
7th and 8th graders:
Have fun!
6th Tech Students start here:
We are moving forward with our "For Sale" project. I don't know who was supposed to take the camera today, but we'll get that worked out. Before you can move on to part 3, you have to have your storyboards printed out and in hand. Use the storyboards to guide your photography.
For those of you who are done with your storyboards and are not taking pictures today:
1. Leave a comment on this post telling me what your favorite food is and who makes it the best.
2. The topic for your blog today is: "The funniest thing that's ever happened to me". Tell me the story, and I want details. Use what you've learned in writing (6trait writing).
3. Make sure and leave comments on at least 3 other classmates' blogs for today.
4. Still need something to do? Follow the Weather Internet Scavenger Hunt link above, print out the worksheet and do the scavenger hunt. Extra credit in science for having it completed tomorrow.
Well, we have lot's of stuff going on today. The 8th grade GIS class is making a class video, using personal and class pictures. They are learning to use Windows Movie maker. The most time consuming part is scanning all those pictures in the computer. If you are an 8th grade student visiting this site in class try the Weather Internet Scavenger Hunt. You can print out the worksheet and write your answers as you go.
Have fun!
6th Tech Students start here:
We are moving forward with our "For Sale" project. I don't know who was supposed to take the camera today, but we'll get that worked out. Before you can move on to part 3, you have to have your storyboards printed out and in hand. Use the storyboards to guide your photography.
For those of you who are done with your storyboards and are not taking pictures today:
1. Leave a comment on this post telling me what your favorite food is and who makes it the best.
2. The topic for your blog today is: "The funniest thing that's ever happened to me". Tell me the story, and I want details. Use what you've learned in writing (6trait writing).
3. Make sure and leave comments on at least 3 other classmates' blogs for today.
4. Still need something to do? Follow the Weather Internet Scavenger Hunt link above, print out the worksheet and do the scavenger hunt. Extra credit in science for having it completed tomorrow.
Tuesday, May 1, 2007
Video Editing
"It is not the strongest species that survive, nor the most intelligent, but the ones most responsive to change" – Charles Darwin
Okay, I'm really enjoying all this blogging we've been doing the last few weeks. I find myself thinking about topics and wondering what you all will be writing all day long. You all have really caught on and some of you are beginning to realize the potential of this medium for getting your ideas out there. You are at the beginning of a real change in the way students learn and express themselves.
Today's assignments:
1. I want you to leave me a comment where you finish this sentence: " Yesterday, I realized for the first time..."
2. Go to Atomic Learning and log on. Navigate to the For Sale pt. 3 section and watch the videos for Collecting Images, Building a timeline, and finishing the project. Make sure that you have the storyboards finished before starting this step.
Okay, I'm really enjoying all this blogging we've been doing the last few weeks. I find myself thinking about topics and wondering what you all will be writing all day long. You all have really caught on and some of you are beginning to realize the potential of this medium for getting your ideas out there. You are at the beginning of a real change in the way students learn and express themselves.
Today's assignments:
1. I want you to leave me a comment where you finish this sentence: " Yesterday, I realized for the first time..."
2. Go to Atomic Learning and log on. Navigate to the For Sale pt. 3 section and watch the videos for Collecting Images, Building a timeline, and finishing the project. Make sure that you have the storyboards finished before starting this step.
Monday, April 30, 2007
Cheaters!
Follow the CNN Student News link and read the article on students using ipods to cheat. Send me back a comment discussing what should be done about this growing problem. For your posts: Read another article of your choosing from the CNN student news page. Post a summary of the article where you tell me the name of the article, a summary of the article and your opinion of the article. Also be sure and check your comments for the comments I sent to you this weekend. Send me back comments and suggestions. What do you think of my blog.
Friday, April 27, 2007
TGIF
Hey kids, today I want you to discuss how you think technology will change in the next 10 years. Post your discussion to your blog. Please use some specific examples and remember that you can add pictures and other links in your discussion. Also send me a comment where you answer this question: If you could vote today, who would you vote for in the next presedential election and why. Here's a couple of links to get you started.
http://www.politics1.com/p2008.htm
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/U.S._presidential_election,_2008
http://www.politics1.com/p2008.htm
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/U.S._presidential_election,_2008
Thursday, April 26, 2007
4-26-07 6th Tech
Well kids, here we are almost at the end of another great school year. You all have came a long ways this year. I hope that you will be using the knowledge gained in this class to become a more productive student.
Today's Assignment:
Continue working on the storyboards for the "For Sale" project. Remember to fill in the film tips section of the worksheet. You need to think about what you want the shot to look like. These tips help remind you when you go to actually take the shot.
I am so excited to move on with this project. I'm sure some of your videos will be funny, some will be serious, but all of them will be well done. This is a great way to do a report. It's so much better than just typing a boring report and then reading that report to the class.
I want you to leave me a comment today, discussing what you think was the best thing you learned in tech class this year.
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