1. to Mercy Science Mr. Patrick Sharp Gr. 5 General Science Life science
Gr. 5 General Science
Life science
Earth science
Physical science
the science blog:
mercyscience.blogspot.com

2. Goals of the Science Courses
the science courses strive to…
foster an appreciation of God’s Creation
nurture student interest in science
relate student experiences to scientific concepts
develop an understanding of science concepts
develop the ability to use the scientific method
to solve problems

3. Instructional techniques  Study and Reading skills
The science course incorporates a wide variety of…
Instructional techniques
emphasizing multiple…
 Reasoning Skills
through STEM Activities
while developing…
 Study and Reading skills

4. Grading policies balance tests and daily work…
Lab Skills...
are developed using STEM activities
Grading policies balance tests and daily work…
50-60% tests, quizzes
40-50% daily work, labs, activities, notes, assignments and participation
Assignments...
are assigned daily and include review
emphasize understanding
posted daily on the science web site

5. introduction to physical science the living environment...
the 5th gr. CONTENT...
introduction to physical science
scientific method, the metric system
science equipment, using technology
motion, forces energy…
motion, speed, acceleration
forces, types of energy
the living environment...
basic process of life & life structures
energy for living things and ecosystems
major organ systems of the human body
the physical setting…
earth’s geology, rocks, and sediments
tectonics, volcanism, the oceans

6. the MercyScience BLOG Mercy Science Website
daily / weekly science assignments
chapter outlines, the power points
science vocabulary, work sheets
current science events
project descriptions and formats
links to science sites
policies, course outlines
mercyscience.blogspot.com
Rediker Online:
Daily HomeWork

7. to succeed in science… daily study is very important
remember...
to succeed in science…
daily study is very important
homework plays a major role
arrange for makeup work
check the web site for updates
communication is important…
school site: schoololom.org
hw: PlusPortal.com/olom