Elective sign-up
Description of electives
Monday, December 4, 2017
Tuesday, September 12, 2017
Cell Unit Test
Please sign into Google Classroom with the following code----->
B day Block 1 =
and WAIT for instructions!
Monday, September 11, 2017
Different Study Strategies
Your test is on Wednesday or Thursday of this week! Use the study methods we have practiced this quarter. If you forgot how to do them, check out the videos below.
Let's Eat a Cell!
September 11, 2017
To help you plan your project, please answer the following survey with your group members. Write down any dates in your planner!
Let's Eat Cells google form!
Here is a table you can use for your project. Just copy and paste either the animal or plant cell!
To help you plan your project, please answer the following survey with your group members. Write down any dates in your planner!
Let's Eat Cells google form!
Here is a table you can use for your project. Just copy and paste either the animal or plant cell!
Thursday, September 7, 2017
Tuesday, May 30, 2017
8th grade letter
May 30th, 2017
Today we are working on our roller coasters. Students also need to write a letter to their 8th grade teachers. Please hand write the letter unless you usually type due to handwriting concerns.
Today we are working on our roller coasters. Students also need to write a letter to their 8th grade teachers. Please hand write the letter unless you usually type due to handwriting concerns.
Monday, May 8, 2017
Roller Coaster
Mary 8th
Today students will continue to work on their roller coaster.
HW: Type of Speed Graphs
Today students will continue to work on their roller coaster.
HW: Type of Speed Graphs
Register for Electives
If you have not registered for electives for next year.....here is the link:
2017-18 Elective Sign up Link
Tuesday, May 2, 2017
Climate Change Take Home Test
May 3rd 2017
CW-Work on take home test.
HW-finish take home test
Today in class you will have time to work on your climate change test. This is due on Thursday for A day students and Friday for B day students. It needs to be in your neatest writing on a separate sheet of paper. Please write in complete sentences.
Check list:
If you finish earlier, turn in your test with a NAME on it to the substitute. S/he will have another activity for you to complete about the roller coaster. Behave and I will see you on Thursday. xoxo
CW-Work on take home test.
HW-finish take home test
Today in class you will have time to work on your climate change test. This is due on Thursday for A day students and Friday for B day students. It needs to be in your neatest writing on a separate sheet of paper. Please write in complete sentences.
Check list:
- I have checked that all sentences begin with a capital letter and end with punctuation.
- I have made sure to put each answer in my own words.
- I have used details and examples to make sure the question is answered completely....when in doubt I have added extra detail.
- I have made sure that none of my words are written in "text message" wording. (ex. you and not u)
- I have written on the lines and used the RED line as a margin!
You may use your notes and ask your classmates questions if you are having difficulty.
If you finish earlier, turn in your test with a NAME on it to the substitute. S/he will have another activity for you to complete about the roller coaster. Behave and I will see you on Thursday. xoxo
Thursday, April 27, 2017
Google Survey
April 27th, 2017
Please fill out the following form for William Sutcliffe. Overhunting
Today in class we will be working on your Ted talk for ELA. Your rough draft is due by the end of the week!
CW: Ted Talk Rough Draft
HW: finish rough draft
Please fill out the following form for William Sutcliffe. Overhunting
Today in class we will be working on your Ted talk for ELA. Your rough draft is due by the end of the week!
CW: Ted Talk Rough Draft
HW: finish rough draft
Sunday, April 16, 2017
Climate Change Around the World
April 17th
CW: Climate changes around the world
HW: finish google slide presentation
Today in science we will finish our presentations on the google slides challenge and you will start your next challenge on a climate change topic. Remember you need to go one level up on the challenge sheet.
We will watch the following video to get some better ideas about presenting information in google slides.
Fill out this reflection sheet before starting your classwork. You will find the topics for climate change around the world here. Every group of two needs to have a different topic!
Monday, April 10, 2017
Happy Monday
April 10th
CW: Google Slides/powerpoints
HW: None
Today we will be working at perfecting our google slide and drive knowledge. You will be working with a partner (that I give you). Open the link below to start your challenge!
Skills Challenge for Google Slides
Global Warming and Climate Change
Slides
CW: Google Slides/powerpoints
HW: None
Today we will be working at perfecting our google slide and drive knowledge. You will be working with a partner (that I give you). Open the link below to start your challenge!
Skills Challenge for Google Slides
Global Warming and Climate Change
Slides
Wednesday, April 5, 2017
Welcome Back!
Write the following in your planner:
CW-Global Warming and Climate Change
HW- NONE :)
Spring break went so fast, but I missed seeing all of your lovely faces! Today we will be working on a virtual scavenger hunt about global warming and climate change. We will being using google classroom again. Some of you still need to register to get into my classes. The codes are as follows:
A day Block 1-uqyzexx
A day Block 2-noju6u1
B day Block 1-pa04v1
B day Block 2-wnrf3x
Go to google classrooms to register! After registering, start the assignment-Climate Change Scavenger Hunt.
Sunday, March 5, 2017
Global Warming Wheel
March 6th and 7th
CW: Global Warming
HW: Electricity Use and Carbon Dioxide
Today in class you will make a global warming wheel. The global warming wheel car id a hand-held tool that you can use to estimate your household's emissions of carbon dioxide and learn how to reduce them. After making the wheel, we will do some practice questions to learn how to use the wheel. We will then finish our notes on global warming and climate change.
I will collect your classwork and homework from last Thursday and Friday!
***Remember, any worksheets given out in class can be printed off by clicking on the links above (anything in purple)
CW: Global Warming
HW: Electricity Use and Carbon Dioxide
Today in class you will make a global warming wheel. The global warming wheel car id a hand-held tool that you can use to estimate your household's emissions of carbon dioxide and learn how to reduce them. After making the wheel, we will do some practice questions to learn how to use the wheel. We will then finish our notes on global warming and climate change.
I will collect your classwork and homework from last Thursday and Friday!
***Remember, any worksheets given out in class can be printed off by clicking on the links above (anything in purple)
Saturday, March 4, 2017
Layers of the Atmosphere
March 2nd and 3rd
CW: Layers of the Atmosphere
HW: Layers Activity
Today in class we will learn more about the different layers of the atmosphere. You will begin with a short youtube video about the layers and then read a short passage giving more specifics about each layer. We will then work to create a graph that plots the different temperatures at each layer.
After finishing that activity we will take some notes on the different gases that cause the greenhouse effect. If you are looking for this part because you were absent, make sure that you start on the slide after day one. Here is the guided notes that go along with the google slides.
For homework complete layers of the atmosphere activity. You will need to use the graph we did in class and it might be helpful to look at this website on the atmosphere.
CW: Layers of the Atmosphere
HW: Layers Activity
Today in class we will learn more about the different layers of the atmosphere. You will begin with a short youtube video about the layers and then read a short passage giving more specifics about each layer. We will then work to create a graph that plots the different temperatures at each layer.
After finishing that activity we will take some notes on the different gases that cause the greenhouse effect. If you are looking for this part because you were absent, make sure that you start on the slide after day one. Here is the guided notes that go along with the google slides.
For homework complete layers of the atmosphere activity. You will need to use the graph we did in class and it might be helpful to look at this website on the atmosphere.
Global Warming and Climate Change Notes
March 1st.....the dreaded C day! :)
Today in class students will take notes on the atmosphere and the greenhouse effect. If you missed class, you can look at the google slides here. They are divided into 3 days. Make sure you just look at day one!
HW: NONE...unless you need to turn in the bug project! Remember to study for your re-test if needed!
Today in class students will take notes on the atmosphere and the greenhouse effect. If you missed class, you can look at the google slides here. They are divided into 3 days. Make sure you just look at day one!
HW: NONE...unless you need to turn in the bug project! Remember to study for your re-test if needed!
Global Warming and Climate Change
Feb. 23rd and 24th
CW: Global Warming/Climate Change
HW: None....unless you have late work!
Today in class we are starting our unit on global warming and climate change.
After we finish our introductory questions above, you will visit 9 stations. You will have about 10 minutes at each station. There are 2 "rest stations" where you can finish up work on stations that you did not have time to complete or work on late work or read.
Lab Station Passport Sheet
Lab Stations
February 27th and 28th
Today students are finishing their lab stations from last Thursday and Friday. I will give them back their genetics test today. They are not allowed to take them home because the test will be in their portfolio; however, anyone with an 80% or lower can retake it on Thursday and Friday of this week during recess.
HW: None....unless you still have not turned in your bug, punnett squares, baby bug, and love story!
Today students are finishing their lab stations from last Thursday and Friday. I will give them back their genetics test today. They are not allowed to take them home because the test will be in their portfolio; however, anyone with an 80% or lower can retake it on Thursday and Friday of this week during recess.
HW: None....unless you still have not turned in your bug, punnett squares, baby bug, and love story!
Thursday, February 23, 2017
Alien Bugs...a love story
Feb. 22nd
February 22nd
Today in class students will get the chance to craft a love story, starring their own alien bug. Story should be at least 2 paragraph (that is the bare minimum). Paragraphs should be at least 5 sentences and include the following vocabulary:
February 22nd
Today in class students will get the chance to craft a love story, starring their own alien bug. Story should be at least 2 paragraph (that is the bare minimum). Paragraphs should be at least 5 sentences and include the following vocabulary:
- gamates
- inherited traits
- chromosomes
- DNA
- heterozygous/homozygous
- heredity
- phenotype
- genotype
- punnett square
- probability
- percentages
If you need ideas to help guide your story...CLICK HERE.
Wednesday, February 22, 2017
Microscopes
Feb. 21st
Due to the holiday yesterday, "B" day class will practice using microscopes and making wet mount slides. No homework.
Due to the holiday yesterday, "B" day class will practice using microscopes and making wet mount slides. No homework.
Test Day
Feb. 16th and 17th
Test Day....my favourite:)! After the test you will be given another person's bug to make a "baby" bug. You will be required to make a punnett square on each trait and toss a coin to determine which allele the parent bug gives to the offspring. Remember all bugs with a dominant trait must be heterozygous!
HW: Finish baby bug by next Wed.
Test Day....my favourite:)! After the test you will be given another person's bug to make a "baby" bug. You will be required to make a punnett square on each trait and toss a coin to determine which allele the parent bug gives to the offspring. Remember all bugs with a dominant trait must be heterozygous!
HW: Finish baby bug by next Wed.
Alien Bugs
Feb. 15th
Today in class will will revisit the aliens again. This time you will be creating an alien bug. You can choose between a striped or polka dot body. You will then pick the traits you want your alien bug to have....legs, mouth, stingers, wings and eyes. Adding colour is recommended, but not required.
HW: Finish bug if not done by the end of class
Today in class will will revisit the aliens again. This time you will be creating an alien bug. You can choose between a striped or polka dot body. You will then pick the traits you want your alien bug to have....legs, mouth, stingers, wings and eyes. Adding colour is recommended, but not required.
HW: Finish bug if not done by the end of class
Thursday, February 16, 2017
Study Guide
Feb. 9th and 10th
Today in class, we are going to work on the alien family pedigree. Students will work out the children of Henrietta and Harold and Maude and Millard. This will help you practice dominant, recessive, and incomplete dominance genes. HW: Study Guide for test Thursday and Friday of next week.
Today in class, we are going to work on the alien family pedigree. Students will work out the children of Henrietta and Harold and Maude and Millard. This will help you practice dominant, recessive, and incomplete dominance genes. HW: Study Guide for test Thursday and Friday of next week.
Wilbur and Wilma
February 8, 2017
Today in class we are going to make baby aliens for Wilbur and Wilma. You will practice writing phenotypes and genotypes and flip coins to decide on the alleles for your baby alien. For homework do another retrieval practice on one topic of genetics.
Today in class we are going to make baby aliens for Wilbur and Wilma. You will practice writing phenotypes and genotypes and flip coins to decide on the alleles for your baby alien. For homework do another retrieval practice on one topic of genetics.
Monday, February 6, 2017
Wilbur and Wilma
February 6th and 7th
CW: Phenotype and Genotype Practice
HW: Retrieval Practice
Today in class we will review our homework, Amoeba Sisters Meiosis. Students will then complete Wilbur and Wilma-Possible Offspring Traits 1 and 2. This will let me know who is still confused about punnett squares. Students will then work with each other to construct a possible offspring for Wilbur and Wilma using a penny to decide on dominant and recessive traits. We will also watch another study strategy video from the learning scientists on interleaving.
CW: Phenotype and Genotype Practice
HW: Retrieval Practice
Today in class we will review our homework, Amoeba Sisters Meiosis. Students will then complete Wilbur and Wilma-Possible Offspring Traits 1 and 2. This will let me know who is still confused about punnett squares. Students will then work with each other to construct a possible offspring for Wilbur and Wilma using a penny to decide on dominant and recessive traits. We will also watch another study strategy video from the learning scientists on interleaving.
Wednesday, February 1, 2017
Meiosis
February 2nd and 3rd
CW: Meiosis
HW: Amoeba Sisters Meiosis Handout
Today in class we will look at some alien plant chromosomes, as we investigate the making of sex cells. Before starting, let's review our spongebob genetics.
CW: Meiosis
HW: Amoeba Sisters Meiosis Handout
Today in class we will look at some alien plant chromosomes, as we investigate the making of sex cells. Before starting, let's review our spongebob genetics.
Punnett Squares 2.0
January 30th and 31st
CW: Punnett Squares....again
HW: Spongebob SquarePants Genetics
Today in class we will look at the aliens again. You will observe dominant, recessive, and incomplete dominance and practice writing phenotypes and genotypes. We will also work on learning our new vocabulary describing genotypes (heterozygous and homozygous).
Before we begin with the aliens, let's do a dual coding and retrieval practice on Mitosis. Do not worry what you can or can't remember....just get down everything that comes to mind. You might want to focus on the reason for mitosis, the phases, and draw anything you remember.
CW: Punnett Squares....again
HW: Spongebob SquarePants Genetics
Today in class we will look at the aliens again. You will observe dominant, recessive, and incomplete dominance and practice writing phenotypes and genotypes. We will also work on learning our new vocabulary describing genotypes (heterozygous and homozygous).
Before we begin with the aliens, let's do a dual coding and retrieval practice on Mitosis. Do not worry what you can or can't remember....just get down everything that comes to mind. You might want to focus on the reason for mitosis, the phases, and draw anything you remember.
Tuesday, January 24, 2017
Punnett Squares
January 25th
Today we are going to learn about the exciting world of punnett squares.....named after Reginald C. Punnett. Biologists use them to determine the probability of an offspring having a particular genotype.
We will watch and take notes using the Amoeba Sisters video on punnett squares and then practice with some alien plant examples.
CW: Punnett Squares
Today we are going to learn about the exciting world of punnett squares.....named after Reginald C. Punnett. Biologists use them to determine the probability of an offspring having a particular genotype.
We will watch and take notes using the Amoeba Sisters video on punnett squares and then practice with some alien plant examples.
Sunday, January 22, 2017
DNA Structure and Function
January 23rd and 24th
CW: Investigate the structure of DNA
HW: Dual Coding Practice and Family Traits
Today in class we will be investigating the structure of DNA. Students will create an edible model of DNA to learn the structure and components. We will also spend time observing the human traits that DNA is responsible for.
Mitosis Models
January 19th and 20th
Students finished plant phenotype and genotype worksheets 1 and 2. After, they reviewed the phases of mitosis. We then discussed a study technique called retrieval practice.
CW: Review Mitosis
HW: Retrieval Practice (15 minutes) You will need to have proof of the practice. It can be pictures or written notes....your choice. Review the video above if you are unsure of what to do.
Students finished plant phenotype and genotype worksheets 1 and 2. After, they reviewed the phases of mitosis. We then discussed a study technique called retrieval practice.
CW: Review Mitosis
HW: Retrieval Practice (15 minutes) You will need to have proof of the practice. It can be pictures or written notes....your choice. Review the video above if you are unsure of what to do.
Thursday, January 19, 2017
Aliens Have Landed
January 12th and 13th
CW: Basics of Heredity
HW: Resupply Pencil Pouch
Today in class we will continue learning about our alien friends. We will read about heredity and take notes. After finishing the questions, we will start to investigate types of genes.
CW: Basics of Heredity
HW: Resupply Pencil Pouch
Today in class we will continue learning about our alien friends. We will read about heredity and take notes. After finishing the questions, we will start to investigate types of genes.
Heredity
January 11, 2017
Happy New Year! Since our classes are so short from the delayed opening. We are going to start a lesson and complete it on Thursday or Friday this week. Aliens Have Landed!
CW: Heredity
HW: Restock your pencil pouch-pencils/pens, markers, coloured pencils, tape, glue, scissors, and ear buds.
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