1. Science /6 Lesson Plans Teachers: Ibarra/Poirier- Week 3

2. Unit TEKS: Scientific investigations and Reasoning (RS/SS)
Process TEKS 6.1A-B, 6.2 B,D 6.3A,D (5.5A review) RS
6.5A Know that an element is a pure substance represented
by chemical symbols;
6.5C differentiate between elements and compounds on the
most basic level.  SS
6.5C Differentiate between elements and compounds on the
Most basic level.

3. Subject : Monday DATE: 9 September 2013
6.5 A know that an
element is a pure substance represented by chemical symbols.
ELPS: 3D
Activity
Review HW assigned Friday(whole group). Student listen, speak, read, and write all vocabulary for this unit by following power point presentation. Students create vocabulary cards individually for binder.
WARM-UP
“Do Now”- Students read Matter Reading and answer the assigned question from the reading. I check each students open response for understanding and proper grammar.
Homework: collect homework assigned Friday.
Essential Question
What is matter? What are the building blocks of matter?
Assessment
Check students vocabulary cards from power point.
Scientific Investigations HW assigned Friday will be checked for understanding.
LANGUAGE OBJ S
speaking W
writing R
reading L
listening X

4. Subject : Tuesday DATE: 10 September 2013
6.5 A  know that an element is a pure substance represented by chemical symbols.
ELPS: 3D
WARM-UP
“Do Now”- Students read Matter Reading and answer the assigned question from the reading. I check each students open response for understanding and proper grammar.
Activity
Students watch Discovery Education video (17:20min) on matter and its properties. Students take pre-test followed by a video quiz. Class discussion questions follow for deeper understanding. Time permitting, students may begin homework assignment on matter.
Homework: Assign Gonzalez family reading on matter.
Essential Question
What is matter? What are the building blocks of matter?
Assessment
Video quiz and discussion questions that follow.
LANGUAGE OBJ S
speaking W
writing R
reading L
listening X

5. Subject : Wednesday Lab Day DATE: 11 September 2013
6.5 A  know that an element is a pure substance represented by chemical symbols.
ELPS: 3D
WARM-UP
“Do Now”- Students read Matter Reading and answer the assigned question from the reading. I check each students open response for understanding and proper grammar.
Briefly discuss today’s date and it’s importance.
Activity
In pairs, student should place cards into two sections, Matter or Not Matter. Students should explain the rule or reasoning used to make their choices. I circulate around the room to evaluate misconceptions to address throughout the lesson. (SpEd and ELL Modification - Sentence stems can be provided to start student discussion. Place laminated cards and adhere to desks or display on projector or document camera. As teacher circulates, students should be encouraged to use the sentence stems in their responses/discussion. A __________ is matter because _______________________. A __________ is not matter because ____________________.)
Homework:
Essential Question
What is matter? What are the building blocks of matter?
Assessment
Sorting card placement and discussions as I circulate.
LANGUAGE OBJ S
speaking W
writing R
reading L
listening X

6. Subject : Thursday Lab Day DATE: 12 September 2013
6.5 A  know that an element is a pure substance represented by chemical symbols.
6.5C Differentiate between elements and compounds on the most basic level.
ELPS: 3D
WARM-UP
“Do Now”- Students read Matter Reading and answer the assigned question from the reading. I check each students open response for understanding and proper grammar.
Activity
Review language of science vocabulary handout for student binders, explain importance of learning little words then big scientific ones. Students view chemical symbols power point and answer questions during presentation. Students then practice with a partner matching chemical symbols with the use of matching cards. Time permitting students may begin on homework assignment for tomorrow on Structure of molecules and ATOMS family with partner.
Homework: Structure of molecules, ATOMS family
Essential Question
What is matter? What are the building blocks of matter?
Assessment
Matching cards and discussions as I circulate.
LANGUAGE OBJ S
speaking W
writing R
reading L
listening X

7. Subject : Friday DATE: 12 September 2013
6.5 A  know that an element is a pure substance represented by chemical symbols.
ELPS: 3D
WARM-UP
“Do Now”- Students read Matter Reading and answer the assigned question from the reading. I check each students open response for understanding and proper grammar.
Activity
Students take Matter, Elements, and Atoms quiz. Collect for daily grade. Review homework assigned yesterday before turn.
Homework: Pick an element and complete Super Hero trading card for Monday.
Essential Question
What is matter? What are the building blocks of matter?
Assessment
Matching cards and discussions as I circulate.
LANGUAGE OBJ S
speaking W
writing R
reading L
listening X