7th Grade Science Chapter Organization Chart
Mr. Schneider, Room 24
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First Week of School
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During the first week of school, we study the basics of science and do a few fun labs. Students learn the basic procedures in Mr. Schneider's classroom by reading the Egan Gazette. |
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Metric System
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Download the Metric System Card to learn the basics of the metric system. We will learn about how to measure length, mass and volume in metric, the measuring system used by scientists all over the world. | ||
Scientific Method and Chapter 1
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We will read all of chapter 1 and take notes on all four sections as well as do the worksheets in the Reading Guide. After you hear the powerpoint lecture in class on Tuesday, click on all of the links to the right for greater understanding. We will also do two labs, a hand soap/hand gel lab as well as the Paper Towel Challenge. |
Scientific Method Lab (virtual) |
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Using the Microscope
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We will learn how to use the microscope and t he various parts of the microscope. Start with microscope basics. We will do the Introduction to the Microscope Lab in the classroom.
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Introduction to the Microscope Lab | |
Cells, Chapter 3
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In this unit, we will learn about the Cell Theory, the history of our knowledge of cells, all of the cellular organelles, and why cells are an import structure for living organisms. | ||
Photosynthesis,Respiration, and the Cell Cycle, Chapter 4
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In chapter 4 we will study the processes of photosynthesis and respiration. We will learn how cells grow and reproduce, a process known as mitosis. We will also cover the interesting topic of stem cells, why they are so important and also so controversial. |
Photosynthesis, Respiration lecture notes What Is a Stemcell? Internet Activity |
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Genetics, Chapter 5
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In chapter 5 we will learn how traits (physical characteristics like hair and eye color for instance) are passed on from parents to their offspring. We will get to know DNA up close and personal with a DNA extraction experiment. We will also study meiosis, protein synthesis and human pedigrees. | 9 Question Quiz Try it on your parents DNA Game - try it! Harry Potter Genetics Powerpoint - Fun!
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