OJCS Science

All of our Pure Substances & Mixtures unit resources will be posted here and broken down into 3 subunits; Classifying matter, Solutions, and Separating Mixtures. We will also be learning about atoms and the periodic table of elements.

Lesson 1: Classifying Matter

1.1 – What is Matter?

1. Read the section 1.1, noting the definitions of Chemistry and Matter
2. Create a Google Doc, and answer questions #2 and 3 (Save this document to your Chemistry folder)

1.2 – More About Matter (After adding to your Chemistry folder, read and answer questions #1 -4)

1. Read the section 1.2
2. Answer questions #1 – 4 (Save this document to your Chemistry folder)

Classifying Matter Quiz Study Sheet

Lesson 2: Pure Substances vs. Mixtures

1.4 – Pure Substances and Mixtures (Read and answer questions #1, 3, and 4)

Try this Homogenous vs. Heterogenous Quizizz to see how well you know the material so far

1.6 – Mechanical Mixtures and Solutions (Read and answer questions #1, 2, and 5)

Lesson 4: The Periodic Table of Elements

Some Key Concepts About Elements and their Atoms

• Atoms are made of extremely tiny particles called protons, neutrons, and electrons.
• Protons and neutrons are in the center of the atom, making up the nucleus.
• Electrons surround the nucleus.
• Protons have a positive charge.
• Electrons have a negative charge.
• The charge on the proton and electron are exactly the same size but opposite.
• Neutrons have no charge.
• Since opposite charges attract, protons and electrons attract each other.

How to Read a Box on the Periodic Table of Elements (Google Doc link)

 

Lesson 5: Building Atoms

1. Build an Atom Simulator
2. Build an Atom Simulator student assignment

Lesson 6: Solutions

2.1 – Solutes and Solvents (Read and answer questions #1-6)

Lesson 7: Dissolving Rates and the Particle Theory

2.2 – Dissolving and the Particle Theory

Answer the 3 self-check questions and save them to your Chemistry folder

Lesson 8: Solubility

2.3 – Concentration and Solubility (Read and answer questions #2-6)

Lesson 9: Chemical Reactions

Lesson 10: Labs

• Classifying Matter Lab
• Classifying Matter Lab 2
• Filtration Lab
• Lab Report Rubric

Lesson 11: Separating Mixtures

3.2 – Separating Mechanical Mixtures (Answer #1-4)

3.5 – Separating Solutions (Answer #1-3, don’t worry about drawing a picture for question 2)

Could Do

1. Take this quick quiz on the Particle Theory.
2. Other States of Matter (Read the following if you are interested in the 4th State of Matter, Plasma)

 

All presentations, links, activities, homework, and videos from the Systems in Action unit will be posted below.

Lesson 1: Simple Machines

2.1 – Simple Machines (Answer questions #2 and 4 in your Simple Machines folder)

Lesson 2: Mechanical Advantage

2.3 – Mechanical Advantage (Read and answer questions #1-4)

Mechanical Advantage Word Problem Practice Sheet

Solutions to Mechanical Advantage Practice Sheet – link

Lesson 3: Work

2.5 – How to Calculate ‘Work’(Read and answer questions #1, 3, 4, & 5)

Lesson 4: Introducing Systems

Student Note

1.1 – Types of Systems (Complete questions #1, 2)

1.2 – System Components (Read and answer questions 2a, and 3)

Simple Machines Quiz Study Sheet

Lesson 5: Simple Machines Video Worksheet

Simple Machines video worksheet

Lesson 6: Designing Efficient Systems

3.1 – Energy on the Loose (Read and answer questions #1-4)

3.2 – Efficiency (Read and answer questions #1-5)

3.3 – Energy, Work, and Mechanical Efficiency (Read and answer questions #2, 3, 4)

Calculating Mechanical Efficiency Practice Problems (Answer questions #1-3)

Designing Efficient Systems Assignment 1

Designing Efficient Systems Assignment 2

 

 

Innovation Day

• Simple Machines Sled Project Outline
• Innovation Day Due Dates and Tracking Sheet
• Simple Machines Sled Judging Rubric
• Feedback Form – Test
• Innovation Day Reflection (make a copy for yourself to use as a guide)

Ottawa Regional Science Fair

Students who want to enter an independent project in the ORSF can find all information, links, rubrics, and registration details below.

• Innovation Day Proposal (Must be submitted to Mr. Ray for approval by February 14)
• Scientific Method and STEAM Tracking Sheet
• STEAM Project Rubric and Assessment Document

ORSF (Ottawa Regional Science Fair Info) – March 31st

• Ottawa Regional Science Fair Homepage
• Important Dates (Registration closes March 16th)
• How to Register
• Project Rules and Regulations
• Schedule

The Scientific Method

Blog hunt link – Part 1

Blog hunt link – Part 2

 

This post will contain all of the grade 6 lessons on space. Students will be learning about the components of the solar system, including the Sun, Earth, and other planets, comets, asteroids, and meteoroids. They will learn to connect the force of gravity concepts previously taught in our flight unit to the relationships found between celestial objects in space. Later in this section, students will investigate various technologies that are used in space exploration with a focus on Canada’s contribution to our understanding of space. We will begin by learning about stars, specifically, our most important and closest star.

Lesson 1: Introduction to Our Solar System

The Universe is Massive!

Solar System Simulator Activity (Make a copy for yourself in your Space folder and follow the instructions)

Lesson 2: That Glorious Old Sun

That Glorious Old Sun Research Activity link

1. Make a copy of the link above and add it to your space folder
2. Complete the questions
3. Create a slideshow/Canva/visual that displays your answers in a visually appealing design

Lesson 3: Space Design Challenge!

1. Tinkercad Login Instructions
2. Space Rover Design Challenge Rubric
3. Tinkercad Design Reflection

The Grade 6 Rover Voting Machine! (click the link to enter your vote)

Lesson 4: The Earth’s Orbit and Seasons

Lesson 5: Phases of the Moon

1. Complete this online worksheet on the phases of the moon and take a screenshot of the finished product. Place the screenshot here
2. Where does the term ‘Blood Moon’ come from?

Bonus: Take this Quiz to see how well you know the phases

Lesson 6: Eclipses

Lesson 7: Comets, Asteroids, Meteors, & Meteorites

Student code login details here

Lesson 8: Spring and Neap Tides

Lesson 9: Planets and our Solar System

Lesson 10: Bill Nye Space Exploration

Space Exploration Video Worksheet (Make a copy, submit to your hand-in folder)

Lesson 11: Canadians in Space

Chris Hadfield answers questions live from space! Follow Commander Hadfield on Twitter here

Our learning, links, and information on Fluids can be found here. All student homework should be saved to your Science: Fluids folder in your Google Drive.

Fluids Unit Test Student Review Sheet

Lesson 1: Introduction to Fluids

7.1 – Introduction to Fluids (read and answer questions # 1-3)

Lesson 2: Laminar and Turbulent Flow

7.2 – Characteristics of Fluids (read and answer questions #1, 3, 5ab, 6)

Laminar vs. Turbulent Flow example

Lesson 3: Viscosity

7.3 – Flow Rate and Viscosity (read and answer questions # 1,2,3, 5)

Calculating Flow Rates Worksheet (Make a copy and answer the 2 questions)

Lesson 4: Density

8.1 – Weight, Mass, and Volume (read and answer questions #2 & 3)

8.3 – Density (read and answer questions # 2 -5)

Lesson 5: Calculating Density

1. What is Density and How to Calculate Student Note (Read for understanding)
2. Calculating Density Worksheet #1 (Answer #1 – 3, 5 – 7)
3. Calculating Density Worksheet # 2 (Answer #1 – 4)
4. Comparing Densities Enrichment Questions
5. Comparing Densities: Worksheet Answer questions A, B, and C using the Chart

SOLUTIONS

Worksheet #1 and #2 Solutions 

Density Calculation Quiz

To prepare for your quiz, go over and practice 1 – 5 (above from lesson 5).

Lesson 6: Buoyancy and Displacement

Archimedes and The Ups and Downs of Buoyancy – link

8.5 – Buoyancy (Read to learn more about buoyancy, displacement, density, and how ships carry cargo)

Answer questions #1-4

Density Lab link (refer to lab report rubric for help on writing your conclusion)

Lab Report Rubric link

Lesson 7: Fluids Under Pressure

9.1 – Putting the Squeeze on Fluids (Read and answer questions #1-4)

Lesson 8: Fluids in Real Life

9.5 – Pressure, Volume, and Temperature (Read and answer questions #1 and 4)

9.7 – The Value of Valves (Read and answer questions #1-3)

Fluids Textbook Sample Solutions (click here to check your answers)

On Tuesday, October 17th, Science classes will participate in Global Maker Day. A day dedicated to learning, sharing, and playing while completing STEM-related challenges. Challenges will allow students to practice problem-solving, be creative, and have fun learning.

Students have been asked to collect items for the OJCS Global Maker Day, on October 17th. We are looking for any cardboard boxes (think cereal boxes) toilet paper tubes, paint stir sticks, popsicle sticks, and plastic tubs (think yogurt pots, sour cream tubs – clean please!) items to help with our creativity. 

The challenges are listed below.

Check out globalmakerday.com for more information!

 

All presentations, links, activities, homework, and videos from the Flight unit will be posted below.

Lesson 1: Properties of Air 

1. Watch the video above
2. Make a copy of the Properties of Air document, add it to your Flight folder, and answer the 6 questions

Lesson 2: Lift vs. Gravity

1. Make a copy of the Properties of Air Web and add it to your Flight folder notes
2. Read the following and answer questions #1 and 3

Lesson 3: Air in Motion – Part 1

1. Read and follow the procedures below.
2. Answer questions 1 and 2 at the end under the communicate section.

Air in Motion – Part 2

1. Read and follow the procedures below.
2. Answer questions 1 and 3 at the end under the communicate section.

Lesson 4: Take Off

Paper Airplane Airport Challenge Questions

Lesson 5: The Four Forces of Flight

1. Read The Four Forces link (Remember that we use Weight and Gravity interchangeably)
2. The Four Forces student questions assignment (Make a copy, add to your Flight folder, and complete the assignment)
3. If finished, play around with this flight simulator to further your understanding of the four forces of flight (must have flash enabled)

Lesson 6: Adaptations of Flight

Lesson 8: Build Your Own Rocket

Rocket Design Template

60 second Video Analysis Flipgrid

End of Unit Review (Make a copy and add it to your Flight folder)

• Flight Review – Notes and Blog Hunt! (Part 1)
• Flight Review – Notes and Blog Hunt! (Part 2 & 3)
• Flight Review – Notes and Blog Hunt! (Part 4)
• Flight Review – Notes and Blog Hunt! (Part 5)

Solutions to the review (Check your answers with these ones and make any necessary adjustments)

Create a Plan to Study – link

Extras

Choose a Wow in World podcast to listen to

Practice your coding skills using these fun challenges from code.org

 

Google Search Tips Review Sheet

This post will contain all of the grade 7 lessons on ecosystems. Students will be learning about the interactions within the environment, and identifying factors that affect the balance of an ecosystem. They will design and construct a model biosphere and use it to investigate interactions between components and how matter is cycled within the environment. Later in this section, students will describe the roles and interactions of producers within an ecosystem and distinguish between primary and secondary succession. We will begin by learning how to identify biotic and abiotic elements in ecosystems and describe the interactions between them.

Lesson 1: Biotic and Abiotic Factors

1. List the biotic and abiotic factors in this handout (make a copy for yourself and save it to your ecosystems folder)
2. Download a copy of this 4.1 ‘What is an Ecosystem?‘ text to your ecosystems folder
3. Read the information and answer questions 2, 3, and 4 at the end of the text

Lesson 2: Ecosystem Unit Vocabulary

1. Ecosystems Vocabulary Student Sheet (To be filled in using the 4.1 & 4.4 note)
2. Ecosystems Vocabulary Student Sheet – Solutions
3. Vocabulary worksheet
4. Vocabulary of Ecosystems Worksheet – Solutions

Lesson 3: Interactions among Living Things

1. Read the 4.4 Interactions among Living Things note
2. Note the terms competition, predator, prey, and mutualism and add them to your vocabulary student sheet
3. Choose a date for the upcoming vocabulary quiz.

Lesson 4: Biospheres

1. Making a Biosphere Recipe
2. Making a Biosphere Rubric

Lesson 5: Food Chains and Food Webs

1. Read the ‘Food Chains and Food Webs‘ text
2. Create a doc called ‘Food Chains and Food Webs’ in your ecosystems folder and answer questions #1 – 5 from the text

3. Watch the video above

4. Make a copy of the Food Webs video worksheet, fill it out, and submit it to your hand-in folder

Lesson 6: Carbon and Water Cycles

1. Download a copy of this ‘Matter Cycles‘ text to your ecosystems folder
2. Answer questions #2, 4, & 5 from the text
3. Read the Carbon Cycle and Water Cycle Handout

Lesson 7: Roles of Organisms in an Ecosystem

1. Read the Roles of Organisms in an Ecosystem note
2. Answer questions #1, 2, & 3 from the text
3. Note the terms photosynthesis, producers, consumer, herbivore, carnivore, scavenger, omnivore, detrivore, decomposer and add them to your vocabulary student sheet

Lesson 8: Energy Flow

1. Read the Energy Flow in an Ecosystem note
2. Answer questions 1, 4, and 5 in your Ecosystems folder
3. Complete the Cycling of Matter labeling handout.

Lesson 9: Primary and Secondary Succession

1. Read the Succession note
2. Answer questions 1, and 2 in your Ecosystems folder
3. Succession Video Assignment – link

Lesson 10: CoSpaces Project

1. Introductory Activity and Tutorial
2. CoSpaces Rubric and Assignment
3. Coding Cheat Sheet

Introductory Videos

Lesson 1: Cell Theory

4.2 Postulates of the Cell Theory (Read and answer questions 1 -3: Due Wednesday, September 13)

Lesson 2: Plant and Animal Cells

1. 4.5 Plant and Animal Cells (Read and answer question 4 at the end of the text)
2. Organelle chart example (From question 4 above)
3. Plant vs. Animal Cell Labelling Sheet 1 (Make a copy and save it to your Cells folder)

Lesson 3: The Compound Microscope

1. 4.3 – The Compound Microscope (Read and answer questions 2-5 at the end of the text)

2. Microscope Labelling Diagram (Make a copy and fill in the blanks)

3. Microscope Labelling Diagram Solutions

Lesson 4: Advances in Microscopy

1. 4.8 – Advances in Microscopy (Read and answer questions 2 – 6)
2. Add Mitochondria, Ribosomes, Endoplasmic reticulum, Golgi apparatus, and Lysosomes to your cell organelle and function study sheet (lesson 2).
3. Animal vs. Plant Cell Labelling Sheet # 2
4. Solutions to Labelling Sheet # 2
5. Organelle Functions (Full set)

Lesson 5: Comparing Plant & Animal Cells Lab 

1. Lab Rubric (Go over and read before reading instructions)
2. Cells Lab Instructions Page 1
3. Cells Lab Instructions Page 2
4. Lab sheet for students (make a copy for yourself)
5. Microscope Cell Drawing Template

Lesson 6: Selectively Permeable Membranes

5.1 – The Cell Membrane (Answer questions #1-3 and add to your Cells folder)

Lesson 7: Diffusion and Osmosis

5.2 – Diffusion (Answer questions #2, 4, 5 and add to your Cells folder)

5.3 – Osmosis and Turgor Pressure (Answer questions #2, 3, 4 and add it to your Cells folder)

Here is a presentation on Osmosis and Turgor Pressure that may help your understanding of concepts.

I realized that the screen went black on the last slide of the screencast. Here is the slide on Turgor Pressure to go along with the audio.

Lesson 8: Cell Wars – Defending against invaders

Cell Wars Student Note link (Make a copy, add it to your Cells folder and answer questions #1-3)

Lesson 9: Cell Systems

The Levels of Organization

Lesson 10: Unicellular Organisms

Unicellular Organisms Defined:

Unicellular organisms are composed of a single cell, unlike multicellular organisms which are made of many cells. This means they each live and carry out all of their life processes as one single cell. Most unicellular organisms are microscopic;

• Also called microorganisms or microbes since they are only visible under a microscope.
• The single cell is responsible for feeding, digestion, excretion and reproduction.
• Some microorganisms make us sick, but without the others we could not survive.
• The following are examples of unicellular organisms:

• • Bacteria
  • Protists
  • Some Fungi

Multicellular Organisms Defined: 

A tissue, organ or organism that is made up of many cells is said to be multicellular. Animals, plants, and fungi are multicellular organisms and often, there is specialization of different cells for various functions. In contrast, unicellular, or single-celled organisms are much smaller in size and less complex as they are composed of just one cell that senses its environment, gathers nutrients and reproduces asexually. The following are examples of multicellular organisms: human beings, organs and tissues,  plants, animals, birds and insects. 

~Generally speaking, we can say that unicellular and multicellular organisms are alike in that they exhibit all the functions of life, such as metabolism and reproduction, they contain DNA and RNA, they can exhibit a wide range of lifestyles, and they are essential to almost every ecosystem that we currently know of.

 

 

Amoeba, Euglena, and Paramecium on the move

The paramecium are the larger protists, the amoeba are the blob-like protists, and the euglena are the smaller unicellular organisms.

Unit Review

Cells Unit Study Sheet

Student Note Study Package (Make a copy for yourself to modify/print out)

Create a Plan to Study – link