Physical Science will concentrate on the study of matter using an inquiry hands-on approach that is laboratory based.
Textbook/Resources: Introduction to Physical Science (Science Curriculum Inc.), Discovery School (Middle School Science), and Indy Physical Science Flexbooks (links available in Student Activities)
Class overview:
Students will be using their devises (BYOD) and other technology both during class and laboratory experiments
Students will be using INTERACTIVE SCIENCE NOTEBOOKS to record class information and assignments
See Student Lessons and Activities link for additional classwork and homework activities
DROPBOX: Will be used to "upload" assignments or activities as directed. To access, see Student Portal on school web site
DISCOVERY SCHOOL: To access, see Technology How to
General Information:
Physical Science will concentrate on the study of matter using an inquiry hands-on approach that is laboratory based.See Student Activites/ Lessons Link for Advanced Physical Lessons
Helpful Internet LinksScience Quizzes- great site
Resources from Pearson good site for current events, Planet Daily, Science News On-line
Chem4Kids Great science site games, activities for science or math, can chat with others!Chemistry Tutorials great site for Chemistry topics: state of matter, phase change, solubility, compounds, atoms, etc...Intro to Chemistry