8th Grade Science Curriculum Map & Assessment Guide

JMCSS DEPARTMENT OF CURRICULUM & INSTRUCTION First Quarter

Big Ideas/Key Concepts:

Biodiversity and Change: Classifications Biodiversity and Change: Adapting to the Environment Periodic Table of Elements

Standards

Student Performance Indicators

Student Friendly “I can” Statements

Resources Academic Vocabulary

Embedded Inquiry Note: Do not teach a separate unit on ‘embedded inquiry’ at year’s beginning. Embed inquiry throughout all 4 quarters. Biodiversity and Change : Classifications GLE: 0807.5.1 Identify various criteria used to classify organisms into groups GLE: 0807.5.2 Use a simple classification key to identify a specific organism.

Embedded Inquiry 0807. Inq.1 Design a simple experimental procedure with an identified procedure with an identified control and appropriate variables. 0807. Inq.2 Select tools and procedures needed to conduct a moderately complex experiment. 0807.5.1 Use a simple classification key to identify an unknown organism.

I can design and conduct an open-ended scientific investigation to answer a question that includes a control and both independent and dependent variables. I can identify tools and techniques needed to gather, organize, analyze, and interpret data collected from a moderately complex scientific investigation.

Embedded Inquiry Case Studies for CCSS Science Literacy (for use throughout the year) http://sciencecases.lib.buffalo.edu/cs/collection/ Wacky People Dichotomous Key Activity http://www.pjteaches.com/PDF/LifeScience/ labs/Lab2A.pdf Shark Dichotomous Key activity http://archive.jc-schools.net/dynamic/science/shark%20key%20 lab.pdf Inquiry Lab using a Dichotomous Key http://archive.jcschools.net/dynamic/science /labs/Dichotomous KeyProtocol.pdf Identifying trees using a Dichotomous Key http://www.oplin.org/tree/index.html Gizmo: Dichotomous Keys ARKive Education http://www.arkive.org/education/

Class Dichotomous Key Family Genus Kingdom Order Phylum Species

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I can explain the importance of having scientific names for organisms. I can utilize and/or construct a dichotomous key that is useful in identifying organisms.

Assessment Builder Discovery Education http://www.discoveryeducation.com/

Biodiversity and Change : Adapting to the Environment GLE: 0807.5.4 Explain why variation within a population can enhance the chances for group survival. GLE: 0807.5.3 Analyze how structural, behavioral, and physiological adaptations within a population enable it to survive

0807.5.2 Analyze structural, behavioral, and physiological adaptations to predict which populations are likely to survive in a particular environment. 0807.5.3 Analyze data on levels of variation within a population to make predictions about survival under particular environmental conditions.

I can make inferences about the habitat of an organism from information about structural, behavioral, and physiological adaptations.

I can utilize data to compare and contrast the ability of an organism to survive under different environmental conditions.

I can summarize how genetic variation, natural selection, and adaptations combine to enhance the chances for group survival. I can use print and electronic resources to

Animal Adaptation lesson w/ included rubric http://www.science-class.net/archive/science-class/Lessons/Adaptations/squirrel_island.pdf ARKive Education http://www.arkive.org/education/ Biodiversity Activities http://www.sciencespot.net/Pages/ nclsslnks.html Variations and Adaptations website http://concord.org/stem-resources/ variations-and-adaptations Adaptation Project https://www.teachervision.com/animal- behavior/ resource/7022.html Fat as an adaptation activity http://octopus.gma.org/surfing/antarctica/

Biodiversity Variation

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in a given environment.

0807.5.5 Compare fossils found in sedimentary rock to determine their relative age. 0807.5.4 Identify several reasons for the importance of maintain earth’s biodiversity

research the effect of a catastrophic event. I can differentiate between absolute age and relative age. I can create a timeline that illustrates the relative ages of fossils in sedimentary rock. I can utilize technology to research and communicate the major factors responsible for reducing the amount of global biodiversity. I can compare the benefits and unintended consequences of human activities with the impact they have on earth’s biodiversity.

blubber.html Variations and adaptations in natural selections flipchart http://archive.jc-schools.net/dynamic/science/ flp/Variations%20and%20Adaptations%20in% 20Natural%20Selection.pdf Animated video on biodiversity http://www.countdown2010.net/daversity/ Variations and Evolution website http://www.bbc.co.uk/schools/gcsebitesize/ science/edxcel/classification_inheritance/ evolutionrev1.shtml Food Chains and Food Webs website http://www.vtaide.com/png/foodchains.htm M&M Fossil Age Determination activity http://www.ucmp.berkeley.edu/fosrec/ McKinney.html Fossil chart and information website http://pubs.usgs.gov/gip/fossils/rocks- layers.html Create a fossil record timeline using Excel http://www.internet4classrooms.com/excel _time_lines.htm Environmental Changes Website http://www.bbc.co.uk/schools/gcsebitesize /science/aqa/interdependence/environmenta

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lchangerev1.shtml Paleoportal a gallery of fossils through time http://www.paleoportal.org/index.php? globalnav=fossil`_gallery%EF%BF%BDionnav =main Virtual Fossil Museum http://www.fossilmuseum.net/ Assessment Builder Discovery Education http://www.discoveryeducation.com/

Periodic Table of Elements GLE 0807.9.1 Understand that all matter is made up of atoms. GLE 0807.9.2 Explain that matter has properties that are determined by the structure and arrangement of its atoms.

0807.9.1 Recognize that all matter consists of atoms.

0807.9.9 Usethe

periodictableto

determinethe

propertiesofan element.

I can identify atoms as the fundamental particles that make up matter. I can create a model of the atom with basic subatomic particles (protons, neutrons and electrons). I can create a periodic table differentiating metals, nonmetal and metalloids based on their properties and location. I can describe the general properties of the families/groups of elements

Parts of an Atom Song http://www.youtube.com/watch? v=O5iaw5WNuB0&edufilter= tC7hFpQeJ7H8SW_oPcRgrw&safe=active Gizmos: Element Builder Elements and Atoms Video http://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/ks3/science/chemical _material_behaviour/atoms_elements/activity/ Interactive Periodic Table http://www.learner.org/interactives/periodic/

Atom Atomic mass Atomic number Electron Element Neutron Proton

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GLE 0807.9.6 Use the periodic table to determine the characteristics of an element.

(Alkali Metals, Alkaline Earth Metals, Halogens, Noble Gases). I can predict properties, such as reactivity and metallic character, of an element based on location in the table.

Atomic Musical Chairs http://www.middleschoolscience.com/atomic musicalchairs.pdf Atomic Structure website http://concord.org/stem-resources/atomic-structure Atomic Structure website http://www.bbc.co.uk/schools/gcsebitesize/science/aqa/ fundamentals/atomsrev1.shtml Assessment Builder Discovery Education http://www.discoveryeducation.com/

Corresponding Baseline Literacy Module

http://www.jmcss.org/pages/JMCSS/Departments/Curriculum/Resources/BLM/8th/Science/Module1

8th Grade Science Curriculum Map & Assessment Guide

JMCSS DEPARTMENT OF CURRICULUM & INSTRUCTION Second Quarter

Key Concepts/Big Ideas: Properties of Matter

Phases of Matter

Elements Compounds and Mixtures

Standards

Student Performance Indicators

Student Friendly “I can” Statements

Resources Academic Vocabulary

Properties of Matter

0807.9.1 Recognize

that all matter

consists of atoms.

0807.9.2 Identify the

common outcome of

all chemical changes.

0807.9.6 Compare the

particle arrangement

and type of particle

motion associated

with different states

of matter.

0807.9.7 Apply an

equation to determine

the density of an

object based on its

mass and volume.

I can us appropriate tools

and techniques to measure

mass, volume and

temperature of matter.

I can design and conduct

investigations to determine

the physical and chemical

properties of matter.

I can calculate the density

of matter using data

collected in an

investigation.

I can compare densities of

matter, using a density

column, tank of water, and

mathematics.

Tennessee Holt Science and Technology TE

States of Matter Video http:// .bbc.co.uk/bitesize/ks3/science/chemical _material_behaviour/particle_model/activity/

Matter: Physical and Chemical Properties: http://education-portal.com/academy/lesson/matter -physical-and-chemical-properties.html#lesson Making Esters Activity http://mypages.iit.edu/~smile/ch9205.html States of Matter website http://concord.org/stem-resources/states-

matter

Density

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0807.9.8 Interpret the

results of an

investigation to

determine whether a

physical or chemical

change has occurred.

0807.9.9 Usethe

periodictableto

determinetheproperties an element.

Activity: Density Column

http://www.stevespanglerscience.com/lab/

experiments/density-tower-magic-with-science

Particle Motion Website http://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/ks3/science/chemical _material_behaviour/particle_model/revision/1

/

Phases of Matter Simulation http://mw.concord.org/modeler/showcase/ simulation.html?s=http://mw2.concord.org/public/ student/stateofmatter/sm.html

Assessment Builder Discovery Education http://www.discoveryeducation.com/

Phases of Matter GLE 0807.9.1 Understand that all matter is made up of atoms. GLE 0807.9.2:

Explain that matter

has properties that

are determined by

0807.9.6 Compare the particle arrangement and type of particle motion associated with different states of matter. 0807.9.8 Interpret the results of an investigation to

I can describe particle motion. I can explain how temperature relates to the particle motion and state of matter. I can model the particle arrangement and type of motion associated with different states of matter.

Phases of Matter Simulation http://mw.concord.org/modeler/showcase/ simulation.html?s=http://mw2.concord.org/public/student/stateofmatter/sm.html Interactive Physics Modules http://ippex.pppl.gov/interactive/

Endothermic

Exothermic

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the structure and

arrangement of its

atoms.

GLE 0807.9.3:

Interpret data from an investigation to differentiate between physical and chemical changes. GLE 0807.9.5: Apply the chemical properties of the atmosphere to illustrate a mixture of gases.

determine whether a physical or chemical change has occurred. 0807.9.2 Identify the common outcome of all chemical changes.

I can differentiate between physical and chemical changes through textual and observational analysis. I can identify endothermic and exothermic changes through textual and observational analysis. I can analyze data to determine if a physical or chemical change has occurred. I can determine the types of interactions between substances that result in a chemical change. I can observe, identify and communicate evidences of a chemical change such as: gas given off, precipitate formation, color change, odor change, temperature change, etc…

Phase Change website http://concord.org/stem-resources/phase-change Phase Change: Evaporation, Condensation, Freezing, Melting, Sublimation & Deposition http://education-portal.com/academy/lesson/ phase-change-evaporation-condensation-freezing- melting.html#lesson What are some examples of exothermic and endothermic processes? http://antoine.frostburg.edu/chem/senese/101/ thermo/faq/exothermic-endothermic-examples.shtml Assessment Builder Discovery Education http://www.discoveryeducation.com/

Elements Compounds and Mixtures

0807.9.3 Classify common substances as elements or compounds based on

I can identify pure substances and distinguish between elements and

Mixtures and Compounds http://www.youtube.com/watch?v= cl6l1O1YHH0

Compound Element

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GLE 0807.9.1: Understand that all matter is made up of atoms. GLE 0807.9.4: Distinguish between elements, compounds, and mixtures. GLE 0807.9.5: Apply the chemical properties of the atmosphere to illustrate a mixture of gases. GLE 0807.9.6: Use the periodic table of elements to determine the characteristics of an element.

their symbols or formulas. 0807.9.4 Differentiate between a mixture and a compound 0807.9.5 Describe the chemical makeup of the atmosphere.

compounds by their symbols and formulas. I can describe how the characteristics of a compound are different than the characteristics of their component parts. I can compare and contrast elements, compounds, and mixtures. I can differentiate between the different types of mixtures (Homogeneous, heterogeneous, solutions, solvent, and solute). I can experimentally separate components of a mixture. I can write the steps of the scientific procedure delineating the steps separating components of a mystery mixture.

Dissolving Salt web activity http://mw.concord.org/modeler/ showcase /simulation.html?s=http:/ /mw2.concord.org/ public/student/solution/dissolve.html Compounds and Mixtures website http://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/ks3/science/ chemical_material_behaviour/compounds mixtures/revision/1/ Milk Glue activity http://mypages.iit.edu/~smile/ch9506.html Mixtures http://www.chem.purdue.edu/gchelp/ atoms/elements.html Elevator to Space – Mixture of Gas in Atmosphere – Weather and Water Foss Web http://www.fossweb.com/modulesMS/ kit.multimedia/WeatherandWater/ atmosphereicdata/elevator.html

Corresponding Baseline Literacy Module

http://www.jmcss.org/pages/JMCSS/Departments/Curriculum/Resources/BLM/8th/Science/Module2

8th Grade Science Curriculum Map & Assessment Guide

JMCSS DEPARTMENT OF CURRICULUM & INSTRUCTION Third Quarter

Key Concepts/Big Ideas: Chemical Reactions

Acids and Bases

Standards

Student Performance Indicators

Student Friendly “I can” Statements

Resources Academic Vocabulary

Chemical Reactions GLE 0807.9.5 Apply the chemical properties of the atmosphere to illustrate a mixture of gases. GLE 0807.9.7 Explain the Law of Conservation of Mass GLE 0807.9.8 Interpret events represented by a chemical equation. GLE 0807. Inq 3 Synthesize information to determine cause

SPI 0807.9 Interpret the results of an investigation to determine whether a physical or chemical change has occurred. 0807.9.10 Identify the reactants and products of a chemical reaction. 0807.9.11 Recognize that in a chemical reaction the mass of the reactants is equal to the mass of the products (Law of Conservation of Mass).

I can create a model to explain what happens to chemical bonds during a chemical reaction. I can differentiate between covalent and ionic bonds. I can illustrate how chemical reactions produce new substances that have different chemical and physical properties. I can interpret and write simple chemical formals. I can represent chemical changes with word equations and/or balanced chemical equations.

Frayer Models of Vocabulary Internet 4 Classrooms Gases that Compose our Atmosphere http://www.internet4classrooms.com /grade_level_help/physical_science_ mixture_of_gas_eighth_8th_grade _science.htm Brainpop: www.brainpop.com

Chemical Equations

Law of Conservation of Mass

Diffusion w/ online supplements “It’s a Chemical Bond” Song http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wWUYHHo-zB0 Chemical Reaction Equations http://www.science.uwaterloo.ca/ ~cchieh/cact/c120/reaction.html Six Types of Chemical Reactions

Chemical change Chemical equation Compound Diffusion Endothermic

Exothermic Product Reactant

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and effect of relationships between evidence and explanations. GLE 0807. Inq 5 Communicate scientific understanding using descriptions, explanations, and models.

I can relate a balanced chemical equation to the law of conservation of mass. I can design an experiment to evaluate factors that affect the rate of a reaction.

http://misterguch.brinkster.net/ 6typesofchemicalrxn.html Conservation of Mass Video http://www.youtube.com /watch?v=dExpJAECSL8 Bozeman Science:” Beginners Guide to Balancing Equations” http://www.youtube.com/ watch?v=_B735turDoM

Acids and Bases GLE 0807.9.2 Explain that matter has properties that are determined by the structure and arrangement of its atoms GLE 0807.9.9 Explain the basic differences between acids and bases.

0807.7.Inq2 Select tools and procedures needed to conduct a moderately complex experiment. 0807.9.2 Identify the common outcome of all chemical changes. 0807.9.12 Identify the basic properties of acids and bases.

I can create a classification system for common household substances by observing reactions with an indicator. I can classify common substances as acid, base, or neutral by observing reactions using litmus paper, pH meter and natural indicators. I can compare and contrast the properties and uses of acids and bases.

Brainpop http://www.brainpop.com/science /matterandchemistry/

Acids and Bases

pH Scale

Salts

Internet4 Classrooms http://www.internet4classrooms .com/grade_level_help/physical _science_acid_or_base_eighth _8th_grade_science.htm

Household substance lab w/ data sheets http://www.gpb.org/files/pdfs/

Acid Base Neutralization pH

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I can use the pH scale to compare the strengths of a variety of acids and bases. I can design an experiment to determine what happens when an acid is mixed with a base. I can construct a word equation for a neutralization reaction. I can apply my knowledge of acids and bases and their neutralization as they apply to my health and diet.

gpbclassroom/chemistry/house holdSubstancesLab.pdf pH and health http://www.phmiracleliving.com/t-approach.aspx

Corresponding Baseline Literacy Module

http://www.jmcss.org/pages/JMCSS/Departments/Curriculum/Resources/BLM/8th/Science/Module3

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JMCSS DEPARTMENT OF CURRICULUM & INSTRUCTION Fourth Quarter

Key Concepts/Big Ideas: Electromagnetism

Gravity

Standards

Student Performance Indicators

Student Friendly “I can” Statements

Resources Academic Vocabulary

Electromagnetism GLE 0807.12.1 Investigate the relationship between magnetism and electricity GLE 0807.12.2 Design an investigation to change the strength of an electromagnet. GLE 0807.12.3 Compare and contrast the earth’s magnetic field to that of a magnet and an electromagnet.

SPI 0807.12.1 Recognize that electricity can be produced using a magnet and wire coil. SPI 0807.12.2 Describe the basic principles of an electromagnet SPI 0807.12.3 Distinguish among Earth’s magnetic field, a magnet, and the fields that surround a magnet and electromagnet.

I can describe and model how to create electricity using a magnet and coiled wire. I can create a diagram to explain the relationship between electricity and magnetism. I can produce an electromagnet using a bar magnet and a wire coil. I can diagram and describe an electromagnet. I can experiment with an electromagnet to determine how to vary its strength. I can compare and contrast the properties of magnetic poles of earth, a permanent

Electromagnetism: Forces in Nature Brainpop Movies: Magnetism, Electromagnets & Electromagnet Induction Electromagnetic Field http://micro.magnet.fsu.edu/electronmag/java/compass/index.html Electromagnetism Student Activity Book www.caboces.org/.../ElectromagnetismST Internet 4 Classrooms Activities http://internet4classrooms.com/grade_level_help/physical_science_eighth_8th_grade_science.htm Magnetic Fields of a Bar Magnet and of the Earth http://ocw.mit.edu/courses/physics/8-02t-electricity-and-magnetism-spring-2005/labs/exp05.pdf

Domain Electromagnet

Gravitation (Universal Law) Magnetic field

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magnet, and an electromagnet. I can create a chart to distinguish among earth’s magnetic field and fields that surround a magnet and electromagnet. I can create an electromagnetic device to accomplish a task.

Gravity GLE 0807.12.4 Identify factors that influence the amount of gravitational force between objects. GLE 0807.12.5 Recognize that gravity is the force that controls the motion of objects in the solar system.

SPI 0807.12.4 Distinguish between mass and weight using appropriate measuring instruments and units. SPI 0807.12.6 Illustrate how gravity controls the motion of objects in the solar system.

I can explain the difference in mass and weight. I can identify factors that influence the amount if gravitational force between objects. I can determine the amount of gravitational attraction between two objects given data on their mass and distance between them. I can predict an increase or decrease in gravitational force given information about changing distance or changing mass.

Brainpop: Newton’s Laws of Motion http://www.brainpop.com/science/ motionsforcesandtime/newtonslawsofmotion/ Brainpop: Gravity http://www.brainpop.com/science/motions forcesandtime/gravity/ Internet 4 Classrooms http://www.internet4classrooms.com/grade _level_help/physical_science_gravitational_ force_eighth_8th_grade_science.htm

Gravitation (universal law)

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I can model how gravity affects the motion of objects in the solar system.

Corresponding Baseline Literacy Module

http://www.jmcss.org/pages/JMCSS/Departments/Curriculum/Resources/BLM/8th/Science/Module4