8th Grade Environmental Science: Water Unit and Curriculum Overview
Discover the engaging curriculum for 8th grade science under Mrs. Nancy Mosher. This course covers essential topics such as environmental science, water cycles, chemical interactions, and cellular biology, including both plant and animal cells. Students will delve into genetics and heredity, as well as the principles of motion, energy, light, and sound. The curriculum emphasizes scientific literacy through hands-on projects and inquiries into microorganisms, astronomy, electricity, and magnetism. Adherence to class rules and active participation are key to success.
8th Grade Environmental Science: Water Unit and Curriculum Overview
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Junior High Science Mrs. Nancy Mosher nmosher@ijpschool.org
Curriculum 8th Grade • Water Unit • Environmental Science • Chemical Interactions • Cells (Animals) • Generics • Heredity 6th Grade • Motion & Energy • Light & Sound • Basic Chemistry • Cells (Plants) • Microorganisms • Microscopes • Viruses, Bacteria, Protists, Fungi & Plants 7th Grade • Nature of Science • Technology • Engineering • Electricity • Magnetism • Astronomy • Earth’s Systems.
Science Notebook Expectations • Follow Class Rules and IJP Code of Conduct • Be prepared for class: Covered textbook ISN (Interactive Science Notebook) Homework • Complete assignments on time • Begin Science Starter immediately • Meet with Mrs. Mosher after school for help or questions about homework, projects or classwork