18 Week Syllabus

Time	Units	Sunshine State Standards	Procedure	Websites
Day 1	Introduction to Class	SC.912.N.1.1.	Syllabus Amazing Earth Science Facts
2	Science Safety	SC.912.N.1.1.	Reviewing Science Safety Safety Rules & Contract Science Safety Rule Activity-poem, pair & share, game, charades
3	Observations & pH	SC.912.N.1.1. SC.912.N.1.6	Review Safety Rules & Contract Define Qualitative and Quantitative Observations Introduce pH Scale-p828 pH Lab to distinguish between qualitative and quantitative obs.
4	Scientific Method & Variables	SC.912.N.1.1.	Safety Quiz Read p9-12 and discuss Scientific Method Notes Complete Independent & Dependent Variables
5	Scientific Method	SC.912.N.1.1.	Review Problem & Hypothesis using SM Notes Using Discover Magazine-students find 3 articles & write a problem, research topics, & hypothesis. Write APA Citation for each article. Honors-Students create a problem & hypothesis to perform from magazine, article, or science website. Due 1 week. Optional-Data & Scientific Method	Website References-APA
6	Scientific Method & Metrics	SC.912.N.1.1. SC.912.N.1.2	Read p12-13 & 870 & 828. Take notes on Metric Notes. Teen Rock Questions	Metric Prefixes
7	Scientific Method & Metric Length	SC.912.N.1.1. MA.912.A.1.4	Metric Length Lab Discuss Results, Conclusion, & Application on SM Notes & apply to lab.
8	SM & Metric Volume	SC.912.N.1.1. SC.912.N.1.2	Read p14-16 and discuss Scientific Ideas. Volume Notes Liquid Volume Lab.
9	SM & Metric Mass Mass vs. Weight	SC.912.N.1.1. MA.912.G.75	Finish Volume Lab Mass Notes Kg & Weight Is Not Mass G/Mg Handout	Calculate Your Weight in Space
10	SM & Metric Mass	SC.912.N.1.1.	How to Use A Balance lab Density Notes Density Calculations Worksheet	Density Practice
11	SM & Density	SC.912.N.1.1. MA.912.S.3.2 MA.912.G.1.4	Density of Liquids Lab Calculate Percentage Error for Density Lab Optional: graph mass vs. volume to demonstrate slope.
12	SM & Graphing: Line & Bar	SC.912.N.1.1. MA.912.S.3.2	Length, Volume, & Mass Quiz Graphing Notes-line & bar (p824-5) How Is An Experiment Set Up-all except #20	Create Graphs Online
13	Science Fair Project	SC.912.N.1.1.	Introduce Science Fair Project for honors classes. Student practice completing forms using Density Lab. Complete forms for individual project proposal. Due 1 week.
14	SM & Temperature	SC.912.N.1.1. MA.912.A.1.4	Temperature Notes Observing Phase Changes Practice Temperature Conversions-p828
15	SM & Temperature Phase Change	SC.912.N.1.1.	Read Naphthalene MSDS and Dichlorobenzene MSDS Freezing Point of Mothballs
16	SM & Circle Graph	SC.912.N.1.1.	Take notes on Circle Graphs & complete How Is An Experiment Set Up-#20.
17	Scientific Method Slope	SC.912.N.1.1. MA.912.A.2.1 MA.912.G.1.4	CH 1 FCAT Prep-page 20-21. Convert inches to cm using Dimensional Analysis Method. Converting Metric Units Plot inches vs. cm to demonstration slope.
18	CH 2.1 Earth A Unique Planet	MA.912.A.3.1	Metric & SM Test Read CH 2.1 & list how the Earth is Unique The Earth's Circumference Calculation Handout	Your Weight in Other Worlds Gravity & Moon-Feather or Hammer Eratosthenes Worldwide Data
19	CH 2.2 Energy in Earth's System	MA.912.S.3.2	Review Earth's Uniqueness. Water on The Earth Graph Read p31-33	Aurora Time-lapse Video Auroras-Northern Lights Video Aurora Slideshow
20	Energy in Earth System 2.2		Read .34-35 & complete graphic organizer p34. Read 36-38 and complete Nitrogen Cycle & Carbon Cycle Notes on Fertilizer Label.
21	River System-CH 15 Water Cycle-15.1		Review 2.2 Read 15.1 & take notes on Water Cycle. Watch Video "Water's Journey-River of Water"-30 minutes.
22	Groundwater-CH 16 Water Beneath The Surface 16.1 Groundwater & Chemical Weathering 16.2		Read CH 16 & take notesWater’ Finish "Water's Journey-River of Water" CH 16 FCAT Prep & Maps p.416
23	Earth As A System-CH 2 Energy in Earth System 2.2		Discuss Phosphorus Cycle & Water Cycle. View 30 minutes of Water’s Journey- Currents of Change (Everglades) Read p39-42 & take Cornell Notes
24	Earth As A System-CH 2 Energy in Earth System 2.2		Relate nutrient & water cycle to the Everglades. View 30 minutes of Water's Journey-Restoring Hope (Everglades) Create a food chain for the Everglades & label as consumer or producer. Illustrate how the 4 spheres interact in the Everglades. CH 2 FCAT Prep p.46-47	http://theevergladesstory.org/journey/ Huge, Freed Pet Pythons Invade Florida Everglades Gator X-Ray in Python Python Eating Gator
	Models of Earth-CH 3 Finding Locations on Earth 3.1		Read CH 3.1 Plotting Hurricanes (page 609, 619, 620, & 629)
	Models of Earth-CH 3 Finding Locations on Earth 3.1		CH 2 Test Earth Coordinate-Latitude & Longitude	Latitude & Longitude Calculator Create A Map-Map Types Map Projections
	Models of Earth-CH 3 Finding Locations on Earth 3.1		Seeing Satellites GPS Lab Orbiting A Penny. Types of Satellites-read and answer questions.	Find Your House? Find Your House Google Your House Views from Satellite Satellites in Geostationary Orbit Now How GPS Works Weather Satellites Orbiting Satellites Satellites Gallery Visible Earth Satellites Find Geocache in Flagler County New To Geocaching?
.5			2. Satellite Bio Assignment 3. Satellite Technology Video	Orbiting Satellite Views List of Satellites Another List of Satellites Spacecraft Tracking ISS & Satellites
2	Earth Chemistry-CH 4 Matter-CH 4.1 · SC.A.1.4.1-electron configuration determines reaction · SC.A.2.4.1-protons equal electrons in neutral atom; electron loss creates unbalance. · SC.A.2.4.2-difference in element, molecule, compound · SC.A.2.4.5-elements are arranged in groups & physical & chemical properties are predictable		1. Read 4.1 & take 2 Column Notes. 2. Discuss matter & Physical vs. Chemical Properties handouts. 3. Color Code Periodic Table & key. Colors based on physical & chemical properties. 4. Complete Finding Information no the Periodic Table. Leave oxidation number blank. 5. Learn Symbols for Elements 1-30 for quiz.	Periodic Table Song Chemistry: WebElements Periodic Table Chemical Elements.com - An Interactive Periodic Table of the Elements How Periodic Table Organized
	· SC.A.2.4.5-elements are arranged in groups & physical & chemical properties are predictable		1. Describe 5 ways the periodic table is organized on the Finding Info handout. 2. Using Clues to Id Elements-use grid system on chart-write element numbers at the top of column or row as revealed in clues. Enter number & cross out number.	How Periodic Table Organized
	Combinations of Atoms-CH 4.2 · SC.A.2.4.1-protons equal electrons in neutral atom; electron loss creates unbalance. · SC.A.2.4.2-difference in element, molecule, compound		1. Define isotopes (p83) & draw Bohr Models for 3 Hydrogen isotopes (p86). 2. Use Periodic Table of Isotopes website. Draw 3 isotopes for Cu & 3 isotopes for Sn. 3. Define "average atomic mass" p86. 4. Define molecules & compounds p87 5. Complete Chemical Formulas HO.	Periodic Table of Isotopes
	· SC.A.1.4.1-electron configuration determines reaction · SC.A.2.4.1-protons equal electrons in neutral atom; electron loss creates unbalance. · SC.B.1.4.2-conservation of mass when matter is transformed.		1. Read p88-89 and take discuss balancing equations. 2. Take Chemical Reaction Notes without coeffients so students can practice balancing equations. 3. Conservation of Mass Lab p48-49-optional	Balancing Equations Signs of Chemcial Reaction with Video
	· SC. A.1.4.2-diversity of properties is due to variations that hold molecules together		1. Review Chemical Reactions. 2. Limewater Lab & Baggie Lab 3. Liver Lab 4. Zinc Filling & HCl 5. Lab Small Scale Chemistry
	· SC. A.1.4.2-diversity of properties is due to variations that hold molecules together · SC.A.1.4.5-bonds form with outer shell electrons are shared or transferred & properties change · SC.B.1.4.2-conservation of mass when matter is transformed.		1. Types of Bonds & Ionic Bonding handouts. 2. Computer Lab-Read p101 & Build A Carbon Atom, & go to textbook website & complete Concept Map for CH 4. Print. 3. Ionic Bonding Models-optional
	· SC.A.1.4.5-bonds form with outer shell electrons are shared or transferred & properties change		1. Covalent Bonding handout. 2. Mixtures vs. Substances 3. CH 4 FCAT Prep or CH 4 Review.	Chemical Bonding Chemical Formula Nomenclature Half-life Graphics
	· SC. A.1.4.2-diversity of properties is due to variations that hold molecules together · SC.A.1.4.5-bonds form with outer shell electrons are shared or transferred & properties change · SC.B.1.4.2-conservation of mass when matter is transformed.		1. Electrolysis Lab	Electrolysis Explain-Wikipedia Electrolysis & Space Station Getting Water on the Shuttle
	· SC. A.1.4.2-diversity of properties is due to variations that hold molecules together · SC.A.1.4.3-phase change involves loss/gain of energy		1. CH 4 Test 2. Read Physical Properties Lab p98-99. Brainstorm ways to measure the 4 properties in the data table. Work with a partner & each person design test for the 4 properties. Each person designs 2 different tests in their lab report. Be prepared to perform.-optional 3. Perform PP Lab-optional. 4. HW-Freezing & Boiling Point Handout & Temperature & Its Measurement handout.
	Studying Space –CH 26 Viewing The Universe CH 26.1	SC.E.2.4.2 SC.E.2.5.3 SC.E.2.4.5 SC.E.2.4.6	1. Discuss CH 26.1 2. Video-Space Measurement-partial 3. Discuss EM Spectrum HO 4. EM Graph	Powers of Ten-How Small, How Big? Scale of Things article The Universe in ONE Year Astronomy Picture of Day
		SC.E.2.4.7 SC.H.3.4.2 SC.H.3.4.3 SC.H.3.4.4 SC.H.3.4.6	1. Review EM & differentiate between visible & non-visible light 2. Compare/contrast Reflector & Refractor Telescopes (visible). 3. Complete Telescope Handout w/transparency. 4. Discuss Non-Visible Observatories & complete computer lab. 5. HW- NASA Spin-offs	Astronomy Picture of Day EM Radiation-Infrared & Others Astronomy Ology Images at Different Wavelengths EM Radiation & Telescopes Used Hubble Telescope Visible Light & EM Chandra-X-Ray Telescope Messier List of Space Objects-How Many Can You Find? Stellar Evolution Images From Chandra Where is Chandra Right Now (Satellite) Telescopes (Wikipedia)-See Research & Famous Monthly Sky Maps Monthly Tour of Night Sky Podcast Timeline for Space Exploration NASA Spin-offs
	Studying Space –CH 26 Movements of Earth-CH 26.2	SC.D.1.4.1 SC.E.1.4.1	1. Compare rotation & revolution and evidences for each 2. Coriolis Effect Demonstration p668 & Starry Night Simulation (constellations of 1 day & over time) 3. Foucault Pendulum Lab	Sky View-Interactive Sky Map Astronomy Picture of Day Foucault pendulum - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia Foucault Pendulum
		SC.D.1.4.1 SC.E.1.4.1	1. Discuss Time Zones & IDL (#31-34 p677). Complete Time Zone handout. 2. Time Zones lab. 3. Demonstrate Seasons & complete Sun & Seasons handout. 4. Angle of Sun’s Rays p673 5. Daylight Variation or Line Graph	Astronomy Picture of Day Countdown to the Seasons 24 Time Zones World Time Zones International Date Line 2000 New Year Eve Celebrations Daylight-saving Time Greenwich Mean Time Wake Island
	Planet of Solar System-CH 27 Formation of SS-CH 27.1 Inner Planets-CH 27.3	SC.D.1.4.4 SC.E.1.4.2 SC.H.1.4.2	1. Read CH 27.1 and complete Formation of Solar System 2. Read 27.3 & complete Planet Data Table. 3. View "A Star Is Born" 4. CH 26 FCAT Prep & Map p682	Astronomy Picture of Day Nine Planets Measure Darkness of Your Night Sky
	Planet of Solar System-CH 27 Outer Planets-CH 27.4	SC.D.1.4.4 SC.E.1.4.2 SC.E.1.4.3 SC.E.2.4.2 SC.E.2.4.6	1. Read 27.4 & complete Planet Data Table. 2. View "A Star Is Born" 3. Mars Exploration Rover-optional	Astronomy Picture of Day Movie: Contact SETI Home Carl Sagan Bio Voice Clip of Carl Sagan
			1. Guest Speaker-JPL-Mars Mission 2. Mars Mission Lab-optional	Astronomy Picture of Day
	Planet of Solar System-CH 27 Models of SS-CH 27.2	SC.C.2.4.1 SC.E.2.4.2 SC.E.2.4.3 SC.H.1.4.2 SC.H.2.4.2	1. Space Measurement-partial 2. Review 27.2-Starry Night for Geocentric vs. Heliocentric; Retrograde Motion; & discuss Kepler's Law 1. 3. Discuss Kepler’s Law 2 & 3. (CH 27.2) 4. Apply Law 3 using Planetary Data p880 5. Review Newton’s Law of Gravitation.	Astronomy Picture of Day NASA Solar System Videos
		SC.E.2.4.6	1. Complete Ellipse Lab to model Kepler’s Law 1. 2. Planet Graph (Excel) 3. Create T-Chart & label Similar & Different. List each planet to the left & describe how each planet compares to earth. Study for test.	Astronomy Picture of Day Exoplanets Mars Rover Mission Retrograde
	Minor Bodies of SS-CH 28 Asteroids, Comets, & Meteoroids-CH 28.4		1. Read 28.4 & take detailed notes by creating 3 acrostics: one for Asteroid, Meteoroid, & Comet. 2. Vagabond video 3. Observe Near Earth Asteroids & orbits at www.spaceweather.com 4. CH 27 FCAT Prep & Map p716	Astronomy Picture of Day Spaceweather.com Nine Planets Comet Image
		SC.E.2.4.6	1. Comet Meets Jupiter. 2. Read & highlight article “Science of Doom”.	Astronomy Picture of Day
1	Minor Bodies of SS-CH 28 Earth’s Moon-CH 28.1		1. Discuss Moon's Composition 2. Use Moon Globes & Map p.752 3. View “One Step for Mankind” laserdisc and discuss Apollo missions. 4. Discuss Moon's Origin 5. “If Earth Had No Moon” video clips	Astronomy Picture of Day Nine Planets Apollo Program Data Table Apollo Manned Lunar Missions Future Moon Missions Lunar 100-Objects to View on Moon Over 1 Month
1	Minor Bodies of SS-CH 28 Movements of Moon- CH 28.2		1. Discuss eclipses & perform Eclipse Lab (CH 28.2) = 2. Discuss moon phases & complete Phases of Moon Graph If Earth Had No Moon	Astronomy Picture of Day Lunar & Solar Eclipse Predictions View Lunar Eclipse Solar Eclipse & Sun's Corona
			1. Apollo 13 Video 2. CH 28 FCAT Prep & Map p752.	Astronomy Picture of Day
	Minor Bodies of SS-CH 28 Satellites of Other Planets-CH 28.3		1. Read CH 28.3 & complete Satellites of Other Planets handout 2. View Hyperspace video	Astronomy Picture of Day Nine Planets
1	The Sun-CH 29 Structure of Sun-CH 29.1		1. Read CH 29.1 & complete Structure of Sun handout. 2. View Savage Sun-Part 1	Astronomy Picture of Day Nine Planets Spaceweather.com The Sun Sun Song SOHO Website Aurora Slideshow Auroras & AOL Space Podcast Sky Tonight-This Week Tour of Sun
	The Sun-CH 29 Solar Activity-CH 29.2		1. Read CME article & highlight. 2. View Savage Sun-Part 2 3. CH 29 FCAT Prep & Map p.772	Astronomy Picture of Day Nine Planets Spaceweather.com
1	Stars, Galaxies, & Universe-CH 30		1. Discuss Star Composition, Motion, & Magnitude-CH 30.1 2. Review EM Spectra & complete Mystery Spectra HO with gas tubes & spectroscopes 3. Perform Flame Test. 4. Parallax Lab	Flame Tests 27-1 Stars and Galaxies PowerPoint Periodic Table & Spectrum of Light Interior Structure of Stars file:///U:/My Web Sites/ess1/PowerPoint/life_cycles_v2.1.ppt Stellar Evolution/Equilibrium Stars: Energy & Gravity Star Evolution-Interactive Hubble Telescope Hands On Universe Activities
			1. Read 30.2 and complete Stellar Evolution Notes ( 2. View Cosmic Odyssey-Stellar Evolution 3 3. Complete Star Classification 0.2)	Gravity vs. Energy in Stars Massive Supernova from Chandra Observatory HR Diagram & Stellar Evolution Simulation McDougal/Littell Earth Science Book Messier List of Space Objects-How Many Can You Find? Stellar Evolution Images From Chandra
			1. Complete Life Cycle of Sun-HR Diagram 2. View Cosmic Odyssey-Stellar Evolution 30	Constellations Stars & Constellations
			1. Describe constellations characteristics 2. Discuss types of galaxies. 3. Assign each student a star & use Starry Night to collect data. o explain Big Bang Theory	Star Computer Lab
			1. View Space Measurement 2. Discuss Big Bang Theory and complete Doppler Shift Graph 3. Complete CH 30 FCAT Prep & Map p.804.
	Minerals of Earth’s Crust-CH 5 What Is A Mineral-CH 5.1		1. Read 5.1 & complete Mineral Map 2. Complete Economical Minerals to illustrate chemical composition. 3. Explain Minerals Around The House Poster & due date. See page 157 for more information.	Mineral Groups Diamond's Science Behind Sparkle Diamonds In The Sky Gemstone Primer
	Minerals of Earth’s Crust-CH 5 Identifying Minerals-CH 5.2		1. Read 5.2 & take notes to use in Mineral Id Lab. 2. Use laser disc-Earth Discovery to illustrate notes. 3. Complete CH 5 FCAT Prep & Map 122.	Diamond's Journey Video Mineral ID Key Minerals & Rocks What Is A Diamond? Humans & Minerals Used Homework Help for Students-Minerals Tomoka Gem & Mineral Coupon & Directions Tomoka Gem & Mineral Society 3 Types of Rocks & Characteristics Mineral Uses by Element Common Mineral Uses by Element Mineral Photos
	Rocks-CH 6 Rocks & Rock Cycle-CH6.1 Igneous Rock-CH 6.2		1. Discuss 6.1-Rock Types & Cycle. 2. Complete Rocks Guided Reading through igneous. 3. Discuss igneous formation, & crystals development. 4. Observe & draw Igneous Rock samples	Smithsonian Museum Mineral Gallery Mineral Identification Key Mineral Classes Minerals Minerals We Use Everyday Mineral Gallery
			1. Crystal Formation Lab p130 2. Crystallization Lab. 3. View Rock video-cycle & igneous portion.	Igneous Rocks Current Volcanoes
	Rocks-CH 6 Sedimentary Rocks-CH 6.3 Metamorphic Rocks-CH 6.4		1. Observe & record Crystal labs. 2. Define sedimentary (6.3), formation, features. Finish Rocks Guided Reading. 3. Observe & draw sedimentary samples. 4. Define metamorphic (6.4) & formations, foliated/unfoliated.
			1. Observe & draw metamorphic samples. 2. Write detailed notes for each rock type by writing an ACROSTIC for each. Spell each rock vertically in capital letters. Each note begins with the capital letter. 3. Finish Rock Video 4. Complete CH 6 FCAT Prep	Acrostic Examples-use as a way to take science notes Rock Identification Tables Acrostic Directions
			1. Edible Rock Lab 2. Complete Map p152 (explanation of era & periods). 3. Discuss Moon Rocks p153.
	Resources & Energy-CH 7 Mineral Resources-CH 7.1 Nonrenewable Resources-CH 7.2		1. Read and discuss CH 7.1. Relate to Mineral Poster. 2. Read 7.2, 7.3, & 7.4 & complete Non-Renewable & Renewable Data Table	Senate Proposes Requirement For Renewable Energy In Florida - News Story - WFTV Orlando Arctic Refuge drilling controversy Energy Controversy & Artic Oil Drilling US Department of Energy DOE - Fossil Energy: How Fossil Fuels Were Formed Coal Facts
	Resources & Energy-CH 7 Renewable Resources-CH 7.3 Resources & Conservation-CH 7.4		1. Computer Lab-find 3 websites for assigned energy resource. Take notes & write references. 2. Read energy article & share with peers. 3. CH 7 FCAT Prep p176-7 & Map p180.	Vive Les Nuke! Map of US Nuclear Plants Take A Ride In A Mine
	Rock Record-CH 8 Determining Relative Age-CH 8.1 Determining Absolute Age-CH 8.2		1. Review 7.4 & complete Human & Global Climate Change. 2. Discuss & complete Guided Reading for CH 8.1 & 8.2. 3. Review isotopes p83 & Uranium 238 Decay Series	Periodic Table of Isotopes
			1. Review absolute age. 2. Complete paper lab p194. 3. Radiometric Decay Lab. 4. Create Excel graph for last data table in lab. 5. CH 8 FCAT Prep p204 & Map p208.	Isotopes & Radioactivity Decay Radioactive Decay Simulation Radioactive Decay Theories Radioactive Decay Calculator
	Rock Record-CH 8 Fossil Record-CH 8.3		1. Discuss & complete Guided Reading for 8.3 & 9.1. Discuss evolution & natural selection. 2. Complete Index History p232-3. Step 7-only repeat for one other arrangement (not all four).	Whale Evolution video Whale Dig Site Whale Skull Images Peppered moth evolution
	A View of Earth’s Past-CH 9 Geologic Time-CH 9.1		1. Geological Timeline-Honors 2. Geologic Time Scale p.212-Standard	Evolution -- Paleontology & Fossil Record Geological Time Scalel Geological Time Scale
			1. Discuss Glaciers (CH 17.1 & 17.3) and effect on global climate. 2. Complete Ice Ages & Milkavich handout. 3. Complete CH 9 FCAT Prep p 230-1 & Map p234.	Ice Ages Ice Ages Blamed on Tilted Earth National Snow and Ice Data Center
			1. Discuss Climate Change (25.3) 2. View "Global Warming-What You Should Know". Part 1. 3. Complete Guided Reading handout. 4. Create Clues From Past Climates graphs.	Past & Recent Climate Change NOAA Climate Models/Data Hurricanes & Global Warming
			1. View "Global Warming-What You Should Know". Part 2. 2. Complete Guided Reading handout. 3. Complete Clues From Past Climates.	Global Fossil Fuel Emissions Global Warming-Early Signs Map balance World View of Global Warming
			1. Carbon Dioxide Lab. 2. View "Global Warming-What You Should Know". Part 3 3. Complete Guided Reading handout.	EPA’s Personal Greenhouse Gas Calculator Miles Per Gallon & CO2 Emissions
			1. View "Global Warming-What You Should Know". Part 4 2. Complete Guided Reading handout. 3. Finish Carbon Dioxide Lab.	Greenhouse Gases & CFC Graph 20 Steps To Undo Global Warming
			1. Discuss Atmosphere Characteristics (22.1) & complete Levels of E. Atmosphere. 2. Discuss Solar Energy & Atmosphere (22.2) 3. Complete Greenhouse Gases & Absorbed Solar Radiation handouts.
			1. Discuss Ozone Hole p556 & complete Stratospheric Ozone Graph. 2. Review radiation, conduction, & convection as methods of heat transfer. 3. Discuss Coriolis Effect in atmosphere circulation and rotation. 4. Review global & local winds. Complete wind map.	Greenhouse Gases & CFC Graph
			1. Complete CH 24 Guided Reading handout. 2. View Weather Video 3. Describe the formation of severe weather (24.2) 4. Explain how meteorological tools are used to measure & predict atmospheric conditions.
			1. Explain how weather map is created & interpreted (24.3) 2. Weather Map Lab-page 626-7.
			1. Discuss ways in which erosion occurs (CH 14.1) 2. View Raging Rapids-Niagara Falls. Take notes about Niagara as it related to fossil record, erosion, & geological time.
			1. Finish Niagara Fall video. 2. Relate erosion to Niagara Falls video, caves, & aquifer. 3. Mechanical Weathering Lab p345.
	Weathering & Erosion-CH 14 Weathering Process-CH 14.1 Soil-CH 14.3		1. Discuss Soil Characteristics & composition (CH 14.3) 2. Soil Chemistry Lab p370-1 3. Fill a water bottle half full of soil for lab.	Cave Video footage
	Weathering & Erosion-CH 14 Erosion-CH 14.4		1. Draw a Soil Profile (CH 14.3) 2. Read excerpt from “Grapes of Wrath”. Discuss soil erosion & conservation (CH 14.4) 3. Perform Soil Lab using soil from home.
	Glaciers-CH 17 Wind & Water-CH 18 Waves-CH 19		1. CH 14 FCAT Prep p368-9 & Map p372. 2. Discuss erosion by means of glaciers (17.2) wind & waves (CH 18.1 & 18.2)
	Water Planet- CH 19.1 (ocean divisions, oceanography, sonar, continental margins vs. deep-ocean basins)		1. Discuss ocean division, history of oceanography, & ocean formations. Complete CH 19.1 & 19.2 Guided Reading. 2. Complete Oceans Map. 3. Oceans Video
	Properties of Ocean Water- CH 20 .1 (dissolved gases & temperature, carbon sink, dissolved solids, salinity,		1. Discuss ocean composition (CH 20.1). 2. Discuss ocean currents (21.1) 3. Discuss ocean waves. Rip current safety. 4. Discuss how tides are created. 5. Oceans video.
			1. CH 10.1 Notes handout. Relate to CH 2 Earth’s Interior. 2. Seafloor Spreading Lab-NOTE: make 5 measurements & average instead of 3. .	Earth Week-View Map for Weekly Events Navy Sub Hits Uncharted Rock Inconsistent Magnetic Fields
			1. Complete 10.2-Plate Tectonics 2. Perform Density of Earth Lab	Plate tectonics animation Tectonic Plates
			1. View Plate tectonics animation 2. Complete Tectonic Plates using color laminated maps. 3. Complete FCAT Prep p264-5 & Maps in Action p268	Plate Tectonics : Plate Boundaries A Science Odyssey: You Try It: Plate Tectonics
			1. Read Fold vs. Fault (CH 11.1) p275-278. 2. Peanut Butter/Jelly Lab 3. Complete CH 11 FCAT Prep p.288-9 4. Discuss Disappearing Mediterranean p293	Website
			1. Discuss how earthquakes and complete CH 12 Guided Reading. 2. View Earth Discovery laser disk 3. Finding An Epicenter Lab p314-315.	Latest Earthquakes-USGS Faultline-Seismic Science Wave Demo Tsunami-Dec. 2004 New photos of rapidly approaching Tsunami waves
			1. View “Great Quake of 89” laser disk. 2. Complete CH 12 FCAT Prep & Map 316.
			1. Discuss volcanoes and complete CH 13 Guided Reading handout. 2. Earth Discovery laser disk images. 3. Observe samples of pyroclastic material in kits. 4. Model cinder volcano activity. 5. Complete CH 13 FCAT Prep p.334-5 & Map338.	Volcanism-see map at bottom Mount St. Helen Video Cam