Matter+&+Energy+FOSS

Light & Mirrors: Private Universe: [|Mirrors & Light]

Kansas State Science Standards Grades 5-7: 7.2.4.2. The student understands that when work is done energy is transformed from one form to another, including mechanical, heat, light, sound, electrical, chemical and nuclear energy, yet is conserved. 7.2.4.3. The student observes and communicates how light (electromagnetic) energy interacts with matter: transmitted, reflected, refracted, and absorbed. FOSS Matter & Energy Kit Lessons on video: [|Matter & Energy Lessons]

The Sponge Question: Investigation 3, Materials Part 2: Weighty Matters (page 147)

Investigation 4: Changing Matter. Part 3. Reactions. 4-6th graders usually know what happen when vinegar and baking soda are combined so what question come from this. Show the combination then ask students to develope a focus quesiton. Have measurement tools available in sight. Example: Does the mass of the vinegar and baking soda change after the chemical reaction? Design an investigation. If you need ideas see 4.3. Reactions.