Week 1

Dates 8/4 8/5 8/6 8/7 8/8

Title


Getting to Know 7
th
Grade
Homework


Bring School Supplies:
DUE THURS 1, 3, 5/ FRIDAY 2, 6
Binder
Looseleaf paper OR Notebook
Pencils
6 Dividers
Content Objective



I will gather information and learn about my fellow classmates and my course with Ms. Lewis.
Language
Objective



I will interact with others through writing, talking, drawing and participating in activities.
Agenda




Personal License Plate
Name on Back Game
Computer Login and
Expectations
Scavenger Hunt with
Group using Google Doc
Hand Ball!
Rock, Paper, Scissors
(movement version)
Famous Scientist Project
Introduce Awards
Name Sort/Bday (Girls Vs.
Boys)
Person Scavenger Hunt
(Insight 360)
Object in Basket
Observations
Goals (week, quarter, year,
life) graphic organizer
Do Now On a sheet of paper: What are the names of ALL 5 Match the staff member to their




How many people can you name
in this class?
(List all the names you can think
of)
You have 3 minutes
tables in the classroom (start
with yours)?
What are the tables named
after? Do you know?
job:
Staff Member Job
Martinez Principal
Lopez Counselor
Daniel Office Man.
Macias Asst. Prin
Extra Notes,
Vocab




Week 2
Dates 8/11 8/12 8/13 8/14 8/15
Title


Getting to know The Scientific Method and Lab Expectations
Homework


Return Garden Permission Slip
DUE by THURS/FRI
Content Objective



I will create sections in my
notebook and binder, using
dividers, for all our science
resources and activities.
I will install, operate and
interact with Ms. Lewis and my
classmates using our new
Insight 360 program.
I will run The Penny Drop
Experiment with my group AND
collect and record our scientific
data from several trials.
Language
Objective

I will label my dividers neatly
and practice spelling the new
unit titles Ms. Lewis introduces.
I will digitally write and answer
questions to the best of my
ability on Insight 360.
I will average the data from the
trials on a document in Insight
360 and write a summary of our
findings.
Agenda


2 Rows of 4 Cup
Challenge
Awards!
Goals (week, quarter,
Paperclip Mystery
Lab Rules Review


Supply Check
Color Code Binders by
class Period
Label and/or create
dividers
Password Sheet
Class Dojo Account Set
Up (Veteran students
help new students)
year, life) Graphic
Organizer
Document on Insight 360
for Lab Experiment
Run Penny Drop
Experiment
Record Data and Make
Conclusions
Reflect on Experiment
Do Now




Match the Famous Scientist with
their contribution to society and
science.
Scientist, What they did
Pasteur, pasteurization
Mathaai, Created Farms and
Planted Trees
Watson/Crick, DNA
Bill Nye, Education on TV

Match the Famous Scientist with
their contribution to society and
science.
Scientist, What they did
Darwin, Theory of Evolution
Goodall, Researched Shakiras
Cousins
Jeff Corwin, Wildlife Biologist on
TV
Einstein, Refrigerator
What do you remember from 6
th

grade about the scientific
method(Can you remember any
of the steps?)

Make a circle map to brainstorm
1) Draw a circle
2) Write Scientific Method
in the center
3) Write everything that
comes to your mind when
you think of the scientific
method (words AND/OR
pictures are ok)
Extra Notes,
Vocab


Trials
Claim + Reasoning = Hypothesis




Week 3
Dates 8/18 8/19 8/20 8/21 8/22
Title


Car Lab
Homework


Complete Car Lab Write Up Complete Car Lab Write Up Study Quizlet set of new Science
Terms for MON/TUES
Content Objective



I will construct a car (out of the
materials provided by Ms.
Lewis) and test how far it
travels.
I will complete and revise my
first lab report for Ms. Lewis
I will define and illustrate new
science vocabulary in my Science
Dictionary.
Language
Objective



I will talk, brainstorm and write
a scientific procedure with my
group based on our experiment.
I will edit my grammar, writing
and punctuation using the
checklist provided by Ms. Lewis.
I will organize and practice using
new vocabulary with my science
dictionary AND Quizlet.
Agenda




Google Docs Science
Folder Set Up
Scientists Log Template
Steps on Doc Cam
together
Group planning time
Run and test experiments
in hallway
Awards
Complete Scientists
Log/Lab Write Up
Set Up Science Dictionary
Define and illustrate
words in Science
Dictionary
Set up Quizlet Account
Enter in password sheet
Practice using Quizlet
Do Now



What is a trial (in an
experiment)? Think back to our
Penny Lab.
Why should we have more than
A hypothesis includes your
_______________ and your
_______________. (Check your notes
from THURS/FRI)
Come up with a definition and
picture for each word below:

1) Trial
one trial in an experiment? 2) Hypothesis
3) Claim
4) Reasoning
Extra Notes,
Vocab




Week 4
Dates 8/25 8/26 8/27 8/28 8/29
Title


Gardening Basics Dojo (Ha ya!) Essential Nutrients
Homework


Bring old t-shirt or tank top.
Bring soda bottle with top.
Bring Permission Slip.
Content Objective



I will design a notebook cover
showcasing my interests using
recycled materials.

I will set up, monitor and reflect
on my Dojo Points.
I will predict the nutrients
ESSENTIAL for all plants.
Language
Objective



I will discuss and share with my
teammates the purpose of our
sustainable gardening elective.
I will practice modeling positive
classroom interactions!
I will color code my Period Table
to show the essential nutrients
for plants AND people.
Agenda




Notebook Design
Google Doc Folder Set Up
(Units)
Notebook and Binder Set
Awards
Dojo Codes and Set up
Popsicle Sticks
Group Brainstorm with
IPADs
Periodic Table Color
Coding
Up Notebook and Binder
Color Code
Exit Ticket
Do Now




1) Brainstorm pictures and
words that come to your mind
when you hear the words:
SUSTAINABLE
GARDENING
2) Why did you choose the
gardening elective?
Name 1 Dojo Behavior you do
well.

Name one Dojo Behavior you
could improve on
(look at Smartboard if you need
ideas)
Why do we need a garden in
Lincoln Heights?
Why do we need a garden in LA?
Extra Notes,
Vocab


Sustainable Essential
Nutrients


Week 5
Dates 9/2 9/3 9/4 9/5
Title


Plant Care 101 (LS 1.6) Recycle Mania (ESS 3.4)
Homework


Bring old tshirt or bottle same same
Content Objective



I will be able to apply the facts
in the video to my care for our
classs plants.
same I will be able to recognize and
categorize products into
recycling, compost and trash.
Language
Objective
I will answer questions in
EduCanon about the plant basics
same I will discuss and form opinions
about whether products belong



in the video. in recycling, compost or trash.
Agenda





EduCanon Video
Answer questions in NB

Awards
Go over video

Brainstorm Recycling
Pamphlet (Recycle,
Compost, Trash)
Recycling Facts
Recycling Video by Ms.
Lewis
Recycling Sort
Do Now




What does it mean when a plant
germinates?

What are 3 important nutrients
in fertilizer?
Go over Do Now when Sub was
here!
What does this
symbol mean to
you?


Where do you see this symbol?
Extra Notes,
Vocab


Germinates
Nutrients
fertilizer
Recycle
Compost
Trash


Week 6
Dates 9/8 9/9 9/10 9/11 9/12
Title


Recycle Mania (ESS 3.4)
Homework

Bring in 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 or 7
Plastics (Due THURS/FRI)

Complete Recycling Facts
same

Content Objective



I will be able to recognize and
categorize products into
recycling, compost and trash.
I will sort recycling with my
class into CRV, recycling (blue
bin) and trash.
I will choose facts about recycling
that are relevant to our school.
Language
Objective



I will discuss and form opinions
about whether products belong
in recycling, compost or trash.
I will talk and discuss with my
classmates my opinions on
where materials in the bins
belong.
I will organize, draw and write a
presentable mini facts poster for
the hallways.
Agenda




Pamphlet (Recycle,
Compost, Trash)
Recycling Facts
Recycling Sort

Awards
Collect School Recycling
Water porch plants
Collect School Recycling
Facts around school

Do Now




Why is plastic good to use?

Why should we recycle plastic?

What are some negatives about
plastics?
What number plastics are not
clear (we cannot see through
them)?

What number plastic are plastic
bags usually made from?
Match the # plastic to the correct
product
1 = soda bottles
2 = laundry detergent bottle
4 = plastic bags
5 = Starbucks cup
6 = Styrofoam cup of noodles
Extra Notes,
Vocab




Week 7
Dates 9/15 9/16 9/17 9/18 - 19
Title


REcycling Mania Week 2
Homework


Bring #1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 or 7
plastics!
same Complete Achieve Article
Content Objective



I will design recycling guidelines
and suggestions for the school
community.
I will design recycling guidelines
and suggestions for the school
community.
I will be able to navigate through
Achieve and EScience 3000 so I
can apply the articles to what we
are learning!
Language
Objective



I will write and present material
in an organized and eye-
appealing manner for the
classrooms!
I will write and present material
in an organized and eye-
appealing manner for the
classrooms!
I will generate my own questions
about the topic in the article
Agenda




Prepare recycling facts
for display
Brainstorm with class
Create guideline sheets
for each classroom
Set Up Google Docs
Folders
Awards
Recycling Pick Up
Patio Plants
Prepare recycling facts for
display
Brainstorm with class
Create guideline sheets for
each classroom
Set Up Google Docs
Folders
Do Now




What is the most shocking fact
you found out about recycling
when doing your research?
Write down your Achieve 3000
Log-in here:

Extra Notes,
Vocab





Week 8
Dates 9/22 9/23 9/24 9/25 - 26
Title


REcycling Mania Week 3
Homework


Complete Achieve 3000 Article Quiz THURS/FRI Bring disposable cups for
planters!
Content Objective



I will be able to navigate
through Achieve and EScience
3000 so I can apply the articles
to what we are learning!
I will use my new knowledge and
resources to do my best on our
recycling quiz.
Language
Objective



I will generate my own
questions about the topic in the
article
I will write and answer questions
in complete sentences using
specific details.
Agenda




Complete mini projects
Create guideline sheets
for each classroom
Set Up Google Docs
Folders
Achieve Time
Awards
Recycling Pick Up
Patio Plants
Quick Quiz Review on
Show Me
Take Quiz on Google Docs
Achieve Time
Do Now


What are 3 things you cannot
recycle but you CAN compost?
Match the plastic to the correct
number and letter.
Make a chart of the positives and
negatives of plastics


Extra Notes,
Vocab





Week 9
Dates 9/29 9/30 10/1 10/2 10/3
Title


REcycling Mania Week 3
Homework


Bring disposable cups for
planting!
Bring disposable cups for
planting!
Create plans for the garden!
Content Objective



I will use my resources (notes,
Google Docs) to perform well on
my quiz, aiming for a grade of 3
or above!
I will display focus and maturity
when participating in todays
class activities.
I will show leadership and
motivation by working in my
small group at the garden.
Language
Objective



I will read questions carefully
AND write in complete
sentences when taking my quiz.
I will talk and interact with
others in a positive and
productive way!
I will communicate and strategize
with my group mates so we can
complete our job to the best of
our ability.
Agenda




Recycling Pick Up
Quiz Review
Take Quiz
Recycling Article (if you
Awards
Recycling Pick Up
Patio Plants
Garden Expectations
Assign Jobs
Patio and Garden Work
finish early)
Do Now




What # plastics do YOU use the
most? Tell me why or give
examples.
How can you display (show)
focus and maturity?
What do you want to see in the
garden? Draw a little picture
(blueprint) of what you would
like to do.
Extra Notes,
Vocab


blueprint

Week 10
Dates 10/6 10/7 10/8 10/9 10/10
Title


REcycling Mania Week 3
Homework


Bring disposable cups for
planting!
Bring disposable cups for
planting!
Create plans for the garden!
Content Objective



I will show leadership and
motivation by working in my
small group at the garden.
I will display focus and maturity
when participating in todays
class activities.
I will show leadership and
motivation by working in my
small group at the garden.
Language
Objective



I will communicate and
strategize with my group mates
so we can complete our job to
the best of our ability.
I will talk and interact with
others in a positive and
productive way!
I will communicate and strategize
with my group mates so we can
complete our job to the best of
our ability.
Agenda Recycling Pick Up Awards Complete work from




Go over quiz
Painting
Garden Work
Recycling Pick Up
Patio Plants
MON/TUES
Do Now




How did your group do on
painting? What worked for your
group to design your pallet.
Plan your garden below:
Extra Notes,
Vocab


blueprint