EIGHTH+GRADE+PHYSICS+FIRST


 * EIGHTH GRADE: PHYSICS FIRST **

Physics First students will have the same classwork as the other students; the same assessments and assignments. The difference will be a reasonable amount of extra initiatives done at home and during bridge period. If students abide by benchmarks set by me and have some reminders at home from parents/guardians, it should not be overwhelming. It is intended to provide opportunities for students to do deeper investigations into topics and bring their knowledge and excitement to others. I will meet with Physics First students once (or more) per week during bridge and communicate with parents (I've set up a Google group already)
 * HOW IT WORKS **

Choose or design a project, which involves physics or chemistry in the explanation for how each "works." Below are a few useful links you can choose from, but feel free to investigate other sources. You will have to supply your materials so be mindful of what you choose. In November, you will display your project in the Hawbridge Science Fair. Students, teachers, and parents will in attendance. Your project may be chosen for a regional science fair (in Greensboro) during the month of February (date forthcoming)
 * FIRST NINE-WEEKS **

**1) (DUE: TUES SEPT 5) Use the link below to Survey Monkey to complete this assignment.** Tell me about your chosen topic, project or experiment. First, what are you calling it? Give it an interesting and catchy name.  In your essay, tell me how you envision the final project. What will it look like to observers at the science fair? What materials will you need to gather? Tell me about your timeline for completing this project before the end of the first grading period.
 * TIMELINE: **

**2) (DUE: TUES SEPT 12)** Write and submit a checklist/summary for each demonstration. Tell me about the progress you've made since the last Survey Monkey assignment. Include more information about the science behind your project - the physics or chemistry involved.

THERE WILL BE A WEEKLY SURVEY MONKEY ASSIGNMENT ABOUT YOUR PROGRESS. PLEASE SUBMIT YOUR WEEKLY PROGRESS REPORT ON TIME.


 * 3) WEEK OF OCT 2-6: ** Submit phone video of you conducting one or more of your chosen experiment at home with your family or friends as the audience. Be sure to be prepared with practice before submitting your video ** . **

Display and conduct your demos at the bridge period mini science fair and explain to Hawbridge teachers, students and parents.
 * 4) Week before Thanksgiving (Date to be announced) **

https://science.wonderhowto.com/how-to/best-investigatory-projects-science-16-fun-easy-ideas-kickstart-your-project-0147689/ https://tag.wonderhowto.com/physics-investigatory-project/ http://www.physicslessons.com/demos.html https://www.education.com/activity/physical-science/ http://www.howstuffworks.com/ https://www.sciencebuddies.org/science-fair-projects/project_ideas.shtml?gclid=EAIaIQobChMI2svMkrmi1QIVh4F-Ch3oFQzQEAAYAiAAEgKEw_D_BwE#browseallprojects https://www.education.com/science-fair/physics/ http://www.all-science-fair-projects.com/category91.html
 * USEFUL LINKS **

Students will read and report on three current events articles each week. A current event sheet must be filled out (handwritten) and submitted each Friday during class. Students must be ready to present one of their three current events to the class on Friday. The presentation should not take more than a few minutes, but no less than one minute.
 * SECOND NINE-WEEKS **

1) http://rgreenbergscience.wikispaces.com/SCIENCE+NEWS+RESOURCES On this page is a list of the most highly acclaimed online science magazines and journals
 * RESOURCES: **

2) I recommend getting a free phone app called FLIPBOARD. It's a great source of well-researched and well-written articles from a wide array of sources. When you set your account up, you will choose the categories or topics from which you want to receive articles. Choose topics that pertain to a variety of areas of science. Of course, also choose other topics that interest you.


 * THIRD NINE-WEEKS **
 * Design and facilitate a "hands-on" activity for younger students (4th and 5th graders) at Hawbridge. Students may team up for this initiative.**


 * FOURTH NINE-WEEKS **

__** CLASSROOM ASSIGNMENTS **__ TYPES OF NUTRIENTS (ck12 assignment) USE QUESTION SHEET FOR RESPONSES, WHICH SHOULD BE WRITTEN IN COMPLETE SENTENCES AND THOUGHTFUL FOR FULL CREDIT LINK: @https://www.ck12.org/c/life-science/types-of-nutrients/lesson/Types-of-Nutrients-MS-LS/?referrer=concept_details

1. Which nutrients can be used for energy? 2. What is starch? 3. Why is it important that you get enough proteins in foods? 4. What foods contain saturated fats? How much of these foods should you eat? Why?

NUTRIENTS YOUR BODY NEEDS TYPES OF NUTRIENTS (ck12 assignment) USE QUESTION SHEET FOR RESPONSES, WHICH SHOULD BE WRITTEN IN COMPLETE SENTENCES AND THOUGHTFUL FOR FULL CREDIT LINK: @https://www.ck12.org/c/life-science/types-of-nutrients/lesson/Types-of-Nutrients-MS-LS/?referrer=concept_details

1. Which nutrients can be used for energy? 2. What is starch? 3. Why is it important that you get enough proteins in foods? <span style="background-color: #ffffff; color: rgba(0,0,0,0.87); font-family: Roboto,Helvetica,Arial,sans-serif;">4. What foods contain saturated fats? How much of these foods should you eat? Why?

<span style="background-color: #ffffff; color: rgba(0,0,0,0.87); font-family: Roboto,Helvetica,Arial,sans-serif;">NUTRIENTS YOUR BODY NEEDS <span style="background-color: #ffffff; font-family: Roboto,Helvetica,Arial,sans-serif;">@http://www.thehealersjournal.com/2013/06/27/8-essential-nutrients-your-body-needs-daily-for-health-and-how-to-get-them-from-food/ <span style="background-color: #ffffff; color: rgba(0,0,0,0.87); font-family: Roboto,Helvetica,Arial,sans-serif;">1. What does your body use iodine for? What are good sources of iodine? What are some of the problems of iodine deficiency? <span style="background-color: #ffffff; color: rgba(0,0,0,0.87); font-family: Roboto,Helvetica,Arial,sans-serif;">2. What does your body use magnesium for? What are good sources of magnesium? What problems come from magnesium deficiency? <span style="background-color: #ffffff; color: rgba(0,0,0,0.87); font-family: Roboto,Helvetica,Arial,sans-serif;">3. What does your body use riboflavin for? What are good sources of riboflavin? What can happen if your diet is deficient in riboflavin?