5th Grade Science Kits
Chemistry in Our World
In the Chemistry in Our World unit, fifth-grade students explore the properties of matter and how substances interact. Through hands-on investigations, they will model particles that are too small to see, mix substances to observe changes, and explore key concepts like conservation of mass and chemical reactions. Students will identify mystery substances based on patterns in their properties and separate mixtures using these characteristics. By writing claims supported by evidence from their investigations, they’ll enhance both their scientific inquiry and literacy skills, building a deeper understanding of the chemistry in everyday life. Throughout the unit students will reference natural phenomena that will encourage them to ask questions like: "What is matter?" "How can we identify it?" and "How does matter change?"
Earth's Systems
In this fifth-grade unit, students will explore Earth's interconnected systems and the impact of human activities. Through hands-on activities, they'll investigate the water cycle, wind patterns, and the hydrosphere's influence on the geosphere. They'll also become experts on one layer of the atmosphere and analyze human activities' impact on Earth's resources. By integrating literacy skills throughout the unit, students will enhance their ability to communicate their findings effectively, strengthening their understanding of Earth's systems and their role in protecting our planet.
Space Systems
In this exciting space systems unit, fifth-grade students explore the relationships between the Earth, Moon, Sun, and stars through interactive investigations and models. As they observe patterns in daily, monthly, and yearly phenomena, they will ask questions like, "How does gravity impact objects?" and "How do Earth’s movements affect our seasons and climate?" By modeling Earth's rotation and revolution, students will uncover how these movements influence time, shadows, and daylight. They will also delve into seasonal changes, global climate patterns, and the effect of the Earth's tilt.
As part of three-dimensional learning, students will collect and analyze data, conduct investigations, and use models to represent scientific concepts. Integrated literacy skills play a key role as students write claims, use evidence, and provide reasoning to support their conclusions, fostering a deeper understanding of space phenomena while strengthening communication and critical thinking skills.
The Energy of Life
In "The Energy of Life," fifth-grade students explore how energy flows through ecosystems, from sunlight to plants, consumers, and decomposers. Through engaging, hands-on investigations, students delve into key processes like photosynthesis, respiration, the carbon cycle, and food webs. Using real-life examples, such as optional classroom leopard geckos and mealworms, students begin by asking questions like: "What are the needs of organisms?" and "How does energy move through an ecosystem?" They will conduct experiments to model cellular respiration, demonstrate how plants use sunlight to create food, and track the movement of matter between organisms, air, and soil. Students also interpret temperature data to understand how organisms use energy for warmth and growth. By modeling energy transfer in food webs and examining the impact of disruptions on ecosystems, students gain a deeper understanding of interdependence in nature.
The unit integrates three-dimensional learning by encouraging students to ask questions, conduct investigations, and analyze data. Literacy skills are woven throughout, as students write explanations, use evidence to support their claims, and present scientific concepts, enhancing both their scientific and communication abilities.
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