I am so excited about this week as we will be spending a lot of time (and energy!) on reviewing our Energy concepts in preparation for the upcoming Unit Test. To prepare, we will complete a performance assessment on thermal energy, practice using two excellent online tools: MobyMax.com and LegendsofLearning.com. Both provide students an opportunity to use the concepts in engaging ways! These are also great ways to demonstrate practice to be ready for any energy retakes, which are available in class upon presentation of evidence of studying.
Monday
Students will receive their Thermal Energy Performance Assessment document if they have not already). During class they will work with a small group to brainstorm multiple ways to design a thermos that prevents heat loss. This will be completed in partners and is due by the end of class on Tuesday.
Homework: Bring materials needed to create your thermos.
Tuesday
Students will continue to work on their Thermal Energy Performance Assessment. This is due by the end of the class period.
Homework: Write one personal glow and one group glow. A glow is something that went extremely well. Write one personal grow and one group grow. A grow is something that can be improved.
Wednesday
Students will be introduced to LegendsofLearning.com. Students can access the site through the link and use their email address as their login and their 190 student number as their password. It is game-based review! While students work, I will be asking students to join me in a small group setting to clear up any misconceptions on the topic before our test.
Homework: Study for the 6.PS3.4 Thermal Energy Test which will be Friday
Thursday
When they are finished, they may work on LegendsofLearning.com or MobyMax.com.
Homework: Study for the 6.PS3.4 Thermal Energy Test which will be Friday
Friday
Students will complete a 20-question Thermal Energy Test. At the end of the class, we will introduce the school's annual Egg Drop! This project will NOT be completed in class, rather it will be completed individually at home. Projects must be turned in on 10/9 in order for them to be evaluated. The egg drop will take place on 10/10. Late projects will not be accepted after 10/9.
Homework: None!
On Tuesday of next week, we will complete a Unit assessment that will cover all of our Energy standards. I hope you have a fabulous week! As always, assignments are subject to change and I will do my best to communicate those to you. Please feel free to contact me with any questions, comments, thoughts or concerns!
Lisa Preston, MAT
6th Grade Science
lisa.reed-preston@mnps.org
Head Middle Magnet School of Math & Science
1830 Jo Johnston Ave.
Nashville, TN 37203
(615) 329-8160
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