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Extreme Weather and Natural Disasters
Extreme Weather and Natural Disasters
Extreme Weather and Natural Disasters
Topics:
- Seasons and climates overview
- Summer/UV light and photosynthesis
- Fall/Water Cycle/Precipitation/Fall Leaves
- Winter/Spring
- Natural Disasters: tornadoes/hurricanes/earthquakes/volcanoes/tsunamis
- How to build an Earthquake-proof bridge
- Test/present bridges
Content:
After completing this module, the students will know that Earth seasons depend on its position in relation to the Sun. The students will understand what causes natural disasters.
Electricity and Magnetism
Extreme Weather and Natural Disasters
Extreme Weather and Natural Disasters
Topics:
- Static Electricity
- Current Electricity
- Electromagnets
- Properties of Magnets
- Project work
- Project presentations
Content:
Upon completing the module, the students will understand the difference between static and current electricity, know the origin of magnetic fields, and the structure of an atom.
Mystery Science
Extreme Weather and Natural Disasters
Labs, labs, labs; Fundamentals of the Scientific Method
Topics:
- How to use a microscope/fiber and hair analysis
- Patterns of fingerprints and Powder analysis
- Creating Suspect profiles
- Correlation between foot size and height, hard evidence vs circumstantial evidence
- Analyze all data, identify the suspect, present.
Content:
Through a variety of activities, the students will become familiar with chemical and bio analysis, will understand variables and know how to analyze evidence to prove a hypothesis.
Labs, labs, labs; Fundamentals of the Scientific Method
Labs, labs, labs; Fundamentals of the Scientific Method
Labs, labs, labs; Fundamentals of the Scientific Method
Topics:
- Basics of the Scientific Method
- Hands-on labs: Chocolate lab, Black Ink lab, Elephant Toothpaste
- Observational, problem-solving, and analytical skills development
Content:
This module introduces students to how scientists solve problems, conduct research, and design experiments using the Scientific Method. Through a series of engaging labs, students will practice the basics of scientific inquiry and analysis, refining their observational and analytical skills in a fun and interactive environment.
Energy and Forces
Labs, labs, labs; Fundamentals of the Scientific Method
Energy and Forces
Topics:
- Types of Energy: Mechanical, Light, Sound, and Solar power
- Concepts of Conduction, Convection, and Radiation
- Conductivity testing of various materials
- Designing and building a heat-retention cooler
Content:
Students will explore different types of energy and learn the fundamental principles of heat transfer, including conduction, convection, and radiation. The module culminates in a hands-on project where students design, build, and test a cooler, applying their understanding of heat energy concepts.