Science

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**__ The Solar System __** [] Set the time it takes the moon to orbit the Earth and the Earth to orbit the sun. Take a quiz on what you have learned from your explorations.
 * Earth, Sun, and Moon Activity:**

[] Help save the Earth by setting the moon, sun, and Earth on the right paths.
 * Earth, Sun, and Moon Video:**

[] See what it would be like to play games on the moon where there is no gravity.
 * Moon Olympics:**

[] Explore how changing a light source can affect your shadow. Take a quiz on your exploration.
 * Shadows Activity:**

[] Try to take pictures at different times of the day without getting a shadow in the way.
 * Shadows Video:**

[] Follow Ms. Frizzle through the solar system to try to find her while learning facts about different parts of the solar system.
 * Space Chase Activity**

**__ Weather __** [] A good review of key concepts studied in this unit. Answer questions and get a grade at the end of the assessment.
 * Weather Quiz:**

[] See the water cycle.
 * Science Up Close: “What Happens During the Water Cycle?”:**

[] A weather balloon travels through the atmosphere and encounters all parts of weather. This reviews the the four components of the weather and how they are measured.
 * Weather Adventure:**

[] Change the weather components and see the effects on other components and on the area where the weather changes.
 * Weather Maker**:

[] This is the song and video that we watched in class to explain the steps of the water cycle. There is a quiz you can take, too!
 * Water Cycle Study Jam:**

[] Test your knowledge on three different types of extreme weather.
 * Magic School Bus Weather Wise Game:**

**__ Fire Safety __** [] An interactive fairy tale game that helps students learn and recall important fire safety tips.
 * Fairy Tale Trivia:**

[] Visit the White House to find hazards for fires.
 * Hunt for Hazards:**

[] Additional resources including a link to Sparky’s home page and a link to a wheel of games students can play online.
 * More Fire Safety:**

**__ Ears and Eyes __**

[] An interactive activity that introduces the parts of the ear and their functions then has students label the parts of the ear. It also follows the steps of how our ears work.
 * How the Ear Works:**

[] An interactive activity that introduces the parts of the eye and their functions then has students label the parts of the eye. It also follows the steps of how our eyes work.
 * How the Eye Works:**

[] Interactive quizzes on how the ears and eyes work. Also available for other parts of the body.
 * Eyes and Ears Quizzes:**

**__ Nutrition/Healthy Living __**

[] Create a healthy menu and activity guide for a day. They aim to blast off, which they can only do if all the minimum requirements for the daily values of foods and activity are met. Options to print the menu and certificates.
 * Nutrition Blast-Off Game:**

[] Match the five food groups to their correct size on the plate, then match the correct food items to the plate and learn the appropriate serving size and amount of activity recommended each day.
 * My Plate Match Game:**

[] Plan a healthy breakfast then take a brief quiz on healthy eating.
 * Jump to Breakfast Game:**

[] Learn the history and nutrition information of a pizza then have the chance to create their own pizza.
 * Make Your Own Pizza:**

[] Scroll over the different sections of the plate to learn about the different food groups and their benefits.
 * My Plate Interactive Video:**

[] A link for different activities and games to play that introduce the different food groups and a variety of ways we can stay active. Build your own menu and learn about healthy meals.
 * ​Healthy Eating Games:**

[] More fun games and activities about eating and staying healthy.

[] Links to online activities to learn more about the different food groups.

**__ Matter __**

http://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/ks2/science/materials/solids_liquids_gases/play/ Students need to help solve a problem by collecting various solids, liquids, and gases in the kitchen.
 * Solids, Liquids, Gases Interactive Video:**

http://www.bbc.co.uk/schools/scienceclips/ages/8_9/solid_liquids.shtml Students select a type of matter and add or remove heat to see how a solid can change into a liquid and vice versa.
 * Solids and Liquids Activity with Quiz:**

http://www.harcourtschool.com/activity/states_of_matter/ Students select a state of matter and the movement and spacing of the particles are demonstrated for them. Good to compare and contrast the differences between the states of matter and the reason why the different states have the properties they do.
 * States of Matter Particle Demonstration:**

http://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/ks2/science/materials/changing_states/play/ On an arctic adventure, students need to collect particular solids, liquids, and gases, add or remove the right amount of heat to change the ice to a liquid, and then to a gas, then label the correct steps to get from a solid to a gas.
 * Changing States of Matter Interactive Video:**

http://www.bbc.co.uk/schools/scienceclips/ages/9_10/changing_state.shtml Students select an item and adjust the heat to change the state of matter.
 * Changing States of Matter Activity with Quiz:**

http://www.sciencekids.co.nz/gamesactivities/gases.html Students sort items into solids, liquids, and gases. Then, students add or remove heat to change the state of matter. This activity shows the space the same matter will take up in the different states.
 * Changes in Matter Interactive Activity:**

http://www.neok12.com/States-of-Matter.htm Video clips on each of the states of matter as well as the different changes in the states of matter. This site also has links to quizzes and other interactive sites, too.
 * Video Clips on States of Matter:**

http://www.nhusd.k12.ca.us/ALVE/media/virtual_science2.htm Links to a variety of sites and interactive activities on these topics.
 * Matter, Water Cycle, and Energy Sites:**

http://teacher.scholastic.com/activities/studyjams/matter_states/ Interactive video and quiz on the different states of matter and their differences.
 * States of Matter Study Jam:**

**__ Plants __**

http://www.scholastic.com/magicschoolbus/games/sciencenews/index.htm Ms. Frizzle interviews Dr. Chlora Phyll about the process of photosynthesis. Liz needs help giving plants sun, water, and carbon dioxide to watch them grow. Students click through the steps of photosynthesis and feeding the plants. They explore the connection between photosynthesis and humans' need for oxygen.
 * Photosynthesis Activity:**

[|www.crickweb.co.uk/ks1science.html] Students drag and drop the labels for the parts of a plant then check their own work.
 * Label Parts of a Plant:**

http://www.bbc.co.uk/schools/ks2bitesize/science/living_things/plants/play.shtml Students watch and complete activities in this interactive video to learn about plants. An article and interactive online quiz are also a part of the activity.
 * Plant Interactive Video:**

http://www.bbc.co.uk/schools/scienceclips/ages/7_8/plants_grow.shtml Students learn what a plant needs to grow the virtually help plants to grow.
 * Helping Plants Grow:**

http://www.bbc.co.uk/schools/ks2bitesize/science/living_things/plant_life_cycles/play.shtml Students watch and complete activities in this video to learn about plant life cycles. An article and interactive online quiz are also a part of this activity.
 * Plant Life Cycle Interactive Video:**

http://www.bbc.co.uk/schools/scienceclips/ages/9_10/life_cycles.shtml Students label the parts of the plant and explore their role in the life cycle of a plant.
 * Plant Life Cycle Activity:**

**__ Insects/Life Cycles __**

[] A link with a few of the activities listed below, all about bugs. http://teacher.scholastic.com/activities/explorations/bug/level1/interactive.htm Students learn about the definition of insect and classify bugs as insects or not.
 * Going Buggy:**
 * Classify Insects:**

http://teacher.scholastic.com/activities/explorer/ecosystems/be_an_explorer/map/caterpillar_play.htm Students learn about the adaptations of caterpillars to prevent them from being eaten by a predator then create their own caterpillars to hide from certain predators.
 * Create Your Own Caterpillar:**

http://teacher.scholastic.com/activities/bugs/friz/index.asp An interview with Ms. Frizzle describing the term insect, its characteristics, and different types of insects.
 * Insects Interview with Ms. Frizzle:**

[] Students use Ms. Frizzle's bug pieces to make their own insects, making sure to follow the definition of an insect and its characteristics.
 * Monster Bug Creating:**

http://www.primarygames.com/science/insects/games.htm A variety of insect and bug related games for students to play.
 * Insect Games:**

http://www.primarygames.com/science/butterflies/games.htm A variety of butterfly related games for students to play.
 * Butterfly Games:**


 * iPad Apps:** Insect Puzzle HD, Butterflies

**__ Earth Day __**
 * iPad Apps:** Green Planet 4 Kids

**__ Magnets __** http://library.thinkquest.org/J0111285/magnets/html/games.html Word search with magnet-related vocabulary terms.
 * Interactive Magnet Word Seach:**

http://www.woodlands-junior.kent.sch.uk/revision/science/physical.htm Links to a variety of games, activities, and articles that introduce and explore forces and magnets.
 * Forces and Magnets Sites:**

http://www.bbc.co.uk/schools/ks2bitesize/science/physical_processes/magnets/play.shtml Interactive video with activities that help students learn about the force of magnetism. An article and interactive quiz are also a part of this activity. A very similar activity is also available for forces: http://www.bbc.co.uk/schools/ks2/science/physical_processes/forces/play.shtml and friction: http://www.bbc.co.uk/schools/ks2bitesize/science/physial_processes/friction/play.shtml
 * Magnets Interactive Video:**

http://www.bbc.co.uk/schools/scienceclips/ages/7_8/magnets_springs.shtml Students explore the differences in the magnetic force of different sized magnets as well as which materials are magnetic.
 * Magnets and Springs Activity:**