SCIENCE WITH MS. LESTER
8th Grade Science
In 8th grade science we cover topics in Physical and Life Sciences. The Missouri Learning Standards for science are based off the Next Generation Science Standards. The curriculum presented below is certified by the Board of Education.
Matter- Physical & Chemical Properties & Changes
-What is Matter?
-States of Matter
-Properties of Matter
- Physical and Chemical Properties
-Conservation of Matter
-Kinetic Theory of Matter
-Physical and Chemical Changes
Atoms & Elements (Periodic Table)
-What is an atom?
-Parts of an atom
-Reading the periodic table
-Organization of the periodic table
-Calculating protons, neutrons and electrons of an element
-Element, molecule, compound
-Synthetic materials
-Models of molecules
Genetics
-Basic genetic terms
-Punnett squares
-Asexual vs. Sexual Reproduction
-Genetic Engineering
-Artificial Selection vs. Natural Selection
-Identifying bias
Biological Evolution
-Natural Selection
-Adaptations
-Genetic Mutations
-Geologic Time ( Law of Superposition)
- We will cover that species have changed over time based on their ability to survive their environment and pass on their favorable genes.
Molecules to Organisms
-Plant and animal cells
-Photosynthesis and cellular respiration
-Cell theory
-How to use a microscope
-Movement of molecules
-Diffusion, osmosis, passive and active transport
-Characteristics of life
Human Body (Frog Dissections)
-How body systems work together
-Frog Foldable and virtual dissection must be completed by due date to be eligible to dissect
-Frog dissection