What's the Matter?: A Physical Science Unit for High-Ability Learners in Grades 2-3

ISBN-13: 9781593633288 / Angielski / Miękka / 2008 / 162 str.

Opis

What's the Matter? is a field-tested physical science unit for high-ability learners in grades 2-3. In this unit, students work on solving real-world scenarios by using their newly discovered knowledge of matter, the measurement of matter, and change in physical properties.

Spis treści

Part I: Unit Overview Introduction to the Unit Unit Glossary Teacher Content Notes Teaching Resources Part II: Lesson Plans Lesson Overview Preteaching Lesson: Science Safety Science Safety Guidelines Preassessment Lesson 1: What Is Change? Lesson 2: What Is a Scientist? Lesson 3: Introduction to Matter Lesson 4: What Scientists Do: Observe, Question, Learn More Lesson 5: What Scientists Do: Experiment, Create Meaning, Tell Others Lesson 6: The Case of the Mystery Goop Lesson 7: Physical Changes by Changing Temperatures Lesson 8: Who Stole the Principal’s Water? Lesson 9: Who Stole the Principal’s Water? Part II Lesson 10: Measuring Mass Lesson 11: Measuring Volume Lesson 12: Evaporation Findings Lesson 13: Condensation Lesson 14: Planning the Investigation and Hosting the Matter Conference Lesson 15: Concluding the Unit Postassessment Appendix A: Teaching Models References Common Core State Standards and Next Generation Science Standards Alignment

O autorze

The Center for Gifted Education at The College of William and Mary, a research and development center, was established in 1988 under the direction of Dr. Joyce VanTassel-Baska. The center provides services to educators, policy makers, graduate students, researchers, parents, and students in support of the needs of gifted and talented individuals. Located in Williamsburg, VA, the center has established a national reputation for excellence in research, curriculum development, and service. Several major grants, including funding from the Jacob K. Javits Gifted and Talented Students Education Act, have provided significant support for the work of the Center.