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Science Friday May 1, 2020

4/30/2020

Ms. Grant:
6th Grade: Complete and submit work on Google Classroom

Ms. Shakes:
7th Grade:
We have been learning about the central nervous system (CNS) and the peripheral nervous system (PNS) this week.
We learned our body function with each system intact and balanced for us to be healthy.

So today we are going to look at if some goes wrong with our Nervous System.

Summary:
The nervous system can be affected by infections, such as encephalitis or meningitis.
Other nervous system diseases include tumors, cerebral palsy, epilepsy, and migraines.

Instructions:
Read and Read the article attached>

https://flexbooks.ck12.org/cbook/ck-12-middle-school-life-science-2.0/section/11.45/primary/lesson/diseases-of-the-nervous-system-ms-ls

Explore More
Use the resource below and the text to answer the questions that follow:

Neurological Disorders at http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7ivWFEyiahg (9:14)

1. What are three examples of neurological disorders?
2. What kinds of deficits can neurological disorders cause?
3. How does blood supply affect strokes?
4. List three signs of a TIA.
5. What is the effect of multiple sclerosis? What body systems are involved?

Review

1. What is meningitis? What are the symptoms? What should you do if you have these symptoms?
2. What is cerebral palsy? What are its symptoms?
3. Compare and contrast tension headaches and migraine headaches.
4. Explain why young people should not take aspirin when they have the flu, which is caused by viruses.

Turn in at the end of the day on google class room.

No quiz today take the time to make up any work that is missing.

Let Me know if you need more time.

Ms. Scott:
8th Grade:
Caltech & John Hopkins
5.1.20: Read and answer multiple choice questions based on your understanding of electric and magnetic forces. (There is a new login for StemScopes. You can't just go to Stemscopes.com anymore according to their website. You must use this link. https://login.acceleratelearning.com/?to=146307 to login to StemScopes) due at 8am.

Brandeis/Rice
5.1.20: Login to StemScopes website and complete the Stemscopedia: Carbon flow in an ecosystem reading comprehension worksheet. Read questions and view diagrams to respond to questions about ecological succession. You can provide the answers via a Google doc with the correct # response. due Monday 9am. (Login to https://login.acceleratelearning.com/?to=146307 using your 89s.username (Example. 89s.mscott) with your password being your first name. If you have 5 or less letters in your name your password is your full name.)

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Science Thursday April 30, 2020

4/30/2020

Ms. Grant:
6th Grade: Complete and submit work on Google Classroom

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Ms. Shakes:
7th Grade:
Yesterday we took a closer look at the central nervous system (CNS) which is the largest part of the nervous system. It includes the brain and the spinal cord. The bony skull protects the brain. The spinal cord is protected within the bones of the spine, which are called vertebrae.The day previous to yesterday we learned about Neurons and Nerve Impulses. Neurons are usually classified based on the role they play in the body.
We also classified the main types of neurons are sensory neurons and motor neurons. Sensory neurons carry nerve impulses from sense organs and internal organs to the central nervous system. Motor neurons carry nerve impulses from the central nervous system to organs, glands, and muscles—the opposite direction.

Today we are going to learn all about the Peripheral Nervous System

Summary: The peripheral nervous system (PNS) contains all the nerves in the body that are found outside of the central nervous system. They include nerves of the hands, arms, feet, legs, and trunk. They also include nerves of the scalp, neck, and face. Nerves that send and receive messages to the internal organs are also part of the peripheral nervous system.

INSTRUCTIONS: WE WILL MEET TODAY IN GOOGLE MEET AT 11:10 TO 11:40 AM

DIRECTIONS; READ AND READ THE TEXT THAT IS ATTACHED!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
https://flexbooks.ck12.org/cbook/ck-12-middle-school-life-science-2.0/section/11.44/primary/lesson/peripheral-nervous-system-ms-ls

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Use the resource below to answer the questions that follow.
PNS at http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3aiI2xt3crY (4:01)

1. What are the two parts of the peripheral nervous system? How do they differ?
2. What do the nerves of the autonomic nervous system connect to?
3. What is meant by a "rest and digest" response? What part of the nervous system is involved with this response?
4. What is meant by a "fight or flight" response? What part of the nervous system is involved with this response?

Review
1. What is the peripheral nervous system?
2. What are the two major divisions of the peripheral nervous system?
3. What is the role of the sensory division? Describe the role of sensory neurons?
4. Compare and contrast the somatic and autonomic nervous systems.

COMPLETE THE Adaptive Practice QUIZ: Peripheral Nervous System

TURN IN BY THE END OF THE DAY ON GOOGLE CLASS ROOM.

Ms. Scott:
8th Grade:
Caltech & John Hopkins
4.30.20: Complete the Balloons & Static Electricity Interactive Simulation on StemScopes ((There is a new login for StemScopes. You can't just go to Stemscopes.com anymore according to their website. You must use this link. https://login.acceleratelearning.com/?to=146307 to login to StemScopes) due Friday 9am

Brandeis/Rice
4.30.20: Complete ecological succession worksheet. Read questions and view diagrams to respond to questions about ecological succession. You can provide the answers via a Google doc with the correct # response due Friday 9am.

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Science Wednesday April 29, 2020

4/28/2020

Ms. Grant:
6th Grade: Complete and submit work on Google Classroom

Ms. Shakes:
7th Grade:
Today we are going to take a closer look at the central nervous system (CNS) which is the largest part of the nervous system. It includes the brain and the spinal cord. The bony skull protects the brain. The spinal cord is protected within the bones of the spine, which are called vertebrae.

INSTRUCTIONS: WE WILL MEET TODAY IN GOOGLE MEET AT 11:00 TO 11:30 AM

What's the control center of your body?

DIRECTIONS; READ AND READ THE TEXT THAT IS ATTACHED!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Central Nervous System

https://flexbooks.ck12.org/cbook/ck-12-middle-school-life-science-2.0/section/11.43/primary/lesson/central-nervous-system-ms-ls

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INSTRUCTIONS; Use the resource below to answer the questions that follow.

The Human Brain at http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gVjpfPNpoGA (1:36)

1. What are two components of the central nervous system?
2. Describe the spinal cord.
3. What are the main division of the brain?
4. What are the four lobes of the cerebrum?

COMPLETE Review QUESTIONS:

1.What two structures make up the central nervous system?
2. Compare and contrast the three main parts of the brain.
3. Describe the main function of the spinal cord.
Turn into Google class by the End of the Day.
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Ms. Scott:
8th Grade:
Caltech & John Hopkins
4.29.20: Finish completing the rest of the main idea and details worksheet and submit with answers due Thursday 9am

Brandeis/Rice
4.29.20: Read the summary on ecological interactions. Use this information along with the video watched to complete the Khan academy assignment on ecological relationships. Please make sure to login to Khan Academy to complete the ecological interactions practice questions due Thursday 9am. (Link to article: https://www.khanacademy.org/science/high-school-biology/hs-ecology/hs-ecological-relationships/a/ecological-interactions

Science Tuesday April 28, 2020

4/28/2020

Ms. Grant:
6th Grade: Complete and submit work on Google Classroom

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Ms. Shakes:
7th Grade:
Today we are going to Learn more about the nervous systems Neurons and Nerve Impulses. ON GOOGLE MEET.

Summary

Neurons, or nerve cells that carry nerve impulses, are made up of the cell body, the axon, and several dendrites.
Signals move across the synapse, the place where the axon of one neuron meets the dendrite of another, using chemicals called neurotransmitters.

DIRECTIONS:
READ THE TEXT ATTACHED AND COMPLETE THE MOVIE CLIP BEFORE COMPLETING THE TEXT BASED QUESTIONS>

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DIRECTIONS:

Use the resource below to answer the Text based questions that follow.

Neuroscience For Kids at http://faculty.washington.edu/chudler/cells.html (Text )

1. What are the three types of neurons?
2. What neurons are most abundant in the central nervous system?
3. What is the function of sensory neurons?
4. What is the function of motor neurons?
5. What is the role of interneurons?

Complete Review Questions:

1. Describe a neuron and identify its three main parts.
2. Distinguish between dendrites and the axon.
3. Distinguish between sensory and motor neurons.
4. Explain how one neuron transmits a nerve impulse to another neuron.

https://flexbooks.ck12.org/cbook/ck-12-middle-school-life-science-2.0/section/11.42/primary/lesson/nerve-cells-and-nerve-impulses-ms-ls

Ms. Scott:
8th Grade:
Caltech & John Hopkins
4.28.20: Login to EdPuzzle to complete the video questions on magnetic forces due Tuesday 9am

Brandeis/Rice
4.28.20: Complete and submit the note-taking worksheet which corresponds to the ecology PPT due Wednesday 8am.

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Science Monday April 27, 2020

4/27/2020

Ms. Grant:
6th Grade: Complete and submit work on Google Classroom

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Ms. Shakes:
7th Grade:
Today we are going to learn about the Nervous System:

Summary:
The nervous system sends electrical messages throughout the body and controls all other body systems.
The nervous system allows you to think, learn, sense your surroundings, and control your internal body systems.

Direction:

Read the Article https://flexbooks.ck12.org/cbook/ck-12-middle-school-life-science-2.0/section/11.41/primary/lesson/nervous-system-ms-ls

Directions:

Write a brief summary of what the nervous system helps you to do. Turn summary in on google classroom.

Explore More
Use the resource below to answer the questions that follow.
Nervous System at: http://www.getbodysmart.com/ap/nervoussystem/menu/menu.html

1. What are the major organs of the nervous system?
2. What does the somatic nervous system do? Why is a system like this useful to organisms?
3. What does the autonomic nervous system do? How does it differ from the somatic nervous system?

Review
1.What are three functions of the nervous system?
2. What type of signals does the nervous system send? What carries these signals?
3. What are the main organs of the nervous system?

Complete all questions by the end of the day and turn in on google classroom.

Ms. Scott:
8th Grade:
Caltech & John Hopkins
4.27.20: Login to EdPuzzle to complete the video questions on introduction to electricity due Tuesday 9am

Brandeis/Rice
4.27.20: Use the informational text and diagrams to answer the questions on the 10% rule. Complete questions 1 - 9 only due Tuesday 10am. Download ecology note-taking worksheet in preparation for Google meet class tomorrow morning.

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Science Friday April 24, 2020

4/24/2020

Ms. Grant:
6th Grade: Complete and submit work on Google Classroom

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Ms. Shakes:
7th Grade:
Today we will explore a parasite which causes a disease:What's In Your Blood?
Malaria is a major infectious disease with over 300 million new cases each year. That's equivalent to almost the entire population of the USA becoming infected every year. Learn about the latest efforts to understand the parasite which causes the disease, and how genetics is increasing our understanding of malaria.

Malaria - Natural Selection and New Medicine from AMNH

A disease caused by a plasmodium parasite, transmitted by the bite of infected mosquitoes.
The severity of malaria varies based on the species of plasmodium.
Symptoms are chills, fever, and sweating, usually occurring a few weeks after being bitten.
People traveling to areas where malaria is common typically take protective drugs before, during, and after their trip. Treatment includes antimalarial drugs.

DIRECTIONS:

Explore More
Use the resources below to answer the following questions:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JPYRpAVc83M

1.How many children die of malaria every year?
2. How does malaria spread in the human body? Why does this make mosquitoes an effective mode of transport?
3. How many of these cities would it take to equal the number of children who die annually of malaria?
4. How does malaria spread in the human body?
5. Why does this make mosquitoes an effective mode of transport?
6. How has the malaria parasite responded to people being treated with drugs for malaria? How may having molecular information about the parasite help this situation?
7. Why are blood diseases common in the tropics? How can this situation be explained by natural selection?
8. What is the major agent of selection on the malaria parasite? How will this information aid in the formation of vaccines?

TODAY COMPLETE THE PRACTICE PATHOGEN QUIZ IN THE TOP LEFT HAND CORNER OF THE READING WHICH IS ATTACHED. . REMEMBER YOU HAVE TO LOG IN USING YOUR RIVERTON EMAIL.
https://www.ck12.org/biology/pathogen/rwa/Natural-Selection-and-New-Medicine/?referrer=concept_details

TURN THE EXPLORE QUESTIONS WORK IN ON GOOGLE CLASSROOM BY THE END OF THE DAY. THE PRACTICE PATHOGEN QUIZ WILL UPLOAD TO YOUR ACCOUNT IF IT DOES NOT PUT THE ANSWER ON A GOOGLE DOCUMENT AND TURN IN B THE END OF THE DAY.

Ms. Scott:
8th Grade:
Caltech & John Hopkins
Friday 4.24: Login to Stemscopes and complete the thermal energy multiple choice assessment questions due Monday 8am.

Rice & Brandeis:
Friday 4.24: Complete the food chains and food webs: Whats for dinner reading comprehension worksheet due Monday 8am.

Science Thursday April 23, 2020

4/23/2020

Ms. Grant:
6th Grade: Complete and submit work on Google Classroom

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Ms. Shakes:
7th Grade:
Yesterday we learned about infectious disease and pathogens. We Listed common causes of infectious diseases. We distinguish between a bacterium, a protozoa, and a fungi.
We also started two discussion threads to prevent and figure out how infectious diseases are spread.Many students did an excellent job writing and discussing with their peers.

In class we also learned that good bacteria in our stomach help with digestion and kill other bacterias that are bad for us. The bacteria in our stomachs is an example of a natural cure for pest bacteria that our bodies do not need.

Today we are going to be looking at natural underground microorganisms found in caves to find out if these organisms can cure human diseases.

DIRECTIONS:
1. READ :
Underground search for new drugs:
https://www.ck12.org/biology/pathogen/rwa/Caving-For-Cures/?referrer=concept_details
2. Explore More
Use the resources below to answer the following questions: https://youtu.be/0y9_lKq3rsc

1. Explain why caves are a unique environment to look for living organisms used to make drugs.
2. Why do scientists feel that environments which encourage microbial competition are good places to look for drugs?
3. What sorts of clues do researchers look for to identify potential microbial colonies in caves?
4. What two factors determine the biological activity of a compound? How does this help explain how some drugs can mimic natural compounds?
5. What is one basic advantage natural compounds have over wholly synthetic compounds in the search for new drugs?
6. What are "pool fingers"? What do they teach us about microbial lives in caves?

DUE BY THE END OF THE DAY IN GOOGLE CLASS ROOM.

Ms. Scott:
8th Grade:
Caltech & John Hopkins
Thursday 4.23: Login to Stemscopes and complete the Interactive Simulation: Energy Forms and Changes - Thermal Energy. You will record your responses on the attachment provided.

Rice & Brandeis:
Thursday 4.23: Complete the Amoeba Sisters video recap worksheet due Friday at 9am

Science Wednesday April 22, 2020

4/22/2020

Ms. Grant:
6th Grade:

Ms. Shakes:
7th Grade:
SummaryFor the past two week we have been learning about viruses and things that make us sick. We have studied and investigated many ways to protect ourselves and our families.

Many students also did an excellent job writing about viruses in public service announcements.

Today we will learn about pathogens.
Infectious diseases are caused by bacteria, fungi, protozoa, or viruses that can travel from one person to another. Infectious diseases can be spread by a vector, an organism that carries pathogens from one person or animal to another.

1. Read the article before answering the questions.
2. Watch the Video then complete all questions and that does include the review questions.

Click on the URL for Article and Video for today.
https://www.ck12.org/biology/pathogen/lesson/Pathogens-MS-LS/?referrer=concept_details

TURN IN ON A SEPERATE GOOGLE DOCUMENT IN GOOGLE CLASS BY THE END OF THE DAY.

Ms. Scott:
8th Grade:
Caltech & John Hopkins
Wednesday 4.22: Login to StemScopes and complete the Stemscopedia assignment on thermal energy transfer due Thursday 9am

Rice & Brandeis
Wednesday 4.22: Read the introduction to ecology review article. Use the information read in the article to answer the intro to ecology review questions. PLEASE MAKE SURE TO LOGIN TO KHAN ACADEMY WITH YOUR USERNAME AND PASSWORD AND GO TO THE ASSIGNMENTS PAGE TO COMPLETE THIS ACTIVITY due Thursday 9am.

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Science Tuesday April 21, 2020

4/21/2020

Ms. Grant:
6th Grade:

Ms. Shakes:
7th Grade:
Don’t Sneeze on me!!!!!!!!!!!!

Explore More: How Do We Know What Causes An Infectious Disease at?

Use the below resources to answer the following questions.
https://youtu.be/EsLwgKJmooE

What sorts of evidence do researchers look for when trying to determine if two or more people have the same disease?
Does the presence of a microorganism in a sick person mean that microorganism is the cause of the disease?
Why or why not? Explain your thinking as fully as possible.
After the observation of a microorganism in a sick person, why is it useful to obtain a pure culture of that organism to determine if it is the cause of the disease?
What sort of investigations are possible once a pure culture is obtained?
Why are these sorts of investigations useful in identifying an infectious agent?

Ms. Scott:
8th Grade:
Caltech & John Hopkins
Tuesday 4.21: Login to EdPuzzle to complete the video questions on thermal energy due Wednesday 8am

Rice & Brandeis:
Tuesday 4.21: Login to EdPuzzle and complete the video questions on on ecosystems and biomes due Wednesday 9am

Science Monday April 20, 2020

4/20/2020

Ms. Grant:
6th Grade: Complete and submit work on Google Classroom

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Ms. Shakes:
7th Grade:
DIRECTIONS:
1.How can they tell when something you are reading or watching is credible, as opposed to clickbait? Watch the 4 Tips to Spot Bad Science Reporting

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZZYSBlLRxfs&feature=youtu.be

2. Search for a web site for at least one related COVID-19 article or video and complete the chart below.

HERE SOME EXAMPLES FOR QUESTIONS BELOW: (YOU CAN ALSO GOOGLE YOUR OWN)
Video on Covid-19
Video on Range of Effects on the Body
Vox: Slowing the Spread
WHO: Mythbusters
NYT: How it Spreads

COMPLETE THE PDF G-L-A-D SCAFFOLD PDF QUESTIONS IN THE DATA TABLE!!!!!!!!!!!!!! THAT IS PART OF THE HOMEWORK.

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Ms. Scott:
8th Grade:
Caltech & John Hopkins
Monday 4.20: PhET: Simulation Practice — Molecules and Light due Tuesday 8am

Rice & Brandeis:
Monday 4.20: Login to EdPuzzle and complete the video questions on ecology introduction due Tuesday 8am

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