Science: Physics and Forces
Big Idea (5): Machines are devices that transfer force and energy (5)
Big Idea (6): Newton’s three laws of motion describe the relationship between force and motion (6)
Content (5): properties of simple machines and their force effects
Content (5): machines: constructed, found in nature
Content (5): power - the rate at which energy is transferred
Content (5): Newton’s three laws of motion
Content (5): effects of balanced and unbalanced forces in daily physical activities
Content (5): force of gravity
Curricular Competency (6): Questioning and Predicting: Make observations in familiar or unfamiliar contexts
Curricular Competency (6): Planning and Conducting: Use equipment and materials safely, identifying potential risks
Curricular Competency (6): Processing and Analyzing Data and Information: Compare data with predictions and develop explanations for results
Curricular Competency (5): Evaluating: Identify possible sources of error
Curricular Competency (5): Evaluating: Suggest improvements to their investigation methods
Curricular Competency (5): Applying and Innovating: Generate and introduce new or refined ideas when problem solving
Curricular Competency (5): Communicating: Communicate ideas, explanations, and processes in a variety of ways
First Peoples Principles of Learning: Learning is experiential