4th Grade Science
5th six weeks science curriculum preview
Science Curriculum Preview for the 5th Six Weeks
Agenda:
1. view the curriculum preview presentation: vertical alignment of life science, options for pacing, resources, connections to the 5E
2. design your own learning by choosing topics that fit your needs
Click here for the curriculum preview video.
2. After you have viewed the presentation, design your own learning by choosing any topic(s) below to help you with your planning
Related Resources: Design Your Own Learning! (scroll down to see info about the upcoming DFW Mini CAST)
5E Overview
Click the link below for specific information on how to implement the 5E (7 minute video with details about each 5E step). https://youtu.be/hWCnAJ6ax6Q?t=39s
See also STEMScopes STEMcoach in Action's section on the 5E.
STEMscopes STEMcoach in Action
STEMscopes has on demand professional learning on a variety of topics. To access, log in to STEMscopes and follow this path: Scopes>STEMcoach In Action (listed under Grades)>STEMcoach in Action>Grades K-2 (or) Grades 3-5.
Biome Overview and Resources
Learn more about what a biome is and find great resources for your grade level's specialized biome:
Kids Do Ecology: kids.nceas.ucsb.edu
Mini CAST is February 20th!
Did you miss CAST (Conference for the Advancement of Science Teaching) this year?
The local DFW Mini-CAST is coming up soon.
Featured Keynote is Dr. Julie Jackson who will inspire you with her work with interactive science word walls!
Questions? Great ideas? Contact your elementary science coordinator!
brenda.swirczynski@birdvilleschools.net
817-547-5812
Brenda Swirczynski
Elementary Science Coordinator
Birdville ISD