Science

5th Grade Scientists At Work

  In our classroom, we are diligently working to become inquiring scientists! From chemical reactions to heart dissections, we love all things science! Below you will find a list of the key science objectives we study as fifth graders:

1. Identify evidence of chemical changes through color, gas formation, solid formation, and temperature change. 2. Define mass, volume, and density. 3. Use everyday indicators to identify common acids and bases. 4. Describe forms of energy including chemical, heat, light, and mechanical. 5. Contrast ways in which light rays are bent by convex and concave lenses. 6. Compare effects of gravitational force on the Earth, on the moon, and within space. 7. Identify common parts of plant and animal cells, including the nucleus, cytoplasm, and cell membrane. 8. Identify major body systems and their functions, including the circulatory system, respiratory system, excretory system, and reproductive system. 9. Describe the relationship of populations within a habitat to various communities and ecosystems. 10. Ident ify the spheres of Earth, including the geosphere, hydrosphere, and atmosphere. 11. Compare distances from the Sun to planets in our solar system.

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__**Space Energy Light and Sight Chemical and Physical Changes Cells **__  

  ASA:   Alabama Science Assessment  <span style="display: block; font-size: 276%; font-family: 'Comic Sans MS',cursive; color: rgb(255, 9, 0); text-align: center;"> **<span style="display: block; font-family: 'Comic Sans MS',cursive; color: rgb(212, 12, 12); text-align: left; font-size: 57.5%;"> <span style="font-size: 75%; font-family: 'Comic Sans MS',cursive; color: rgb(239, 37, 37);">In April, fifth graders are required to participate in the Alabama Science Assessment. The ASA is a criterion-referenced test consisting of 66 multiple-choice questions. Student performance is reported in the following achievement levels:

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