August 27November 9
Second Grade FOCUS: Science
What question do we ask ourselves?
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How does identifying properties of natural materials help you
understand Earth?
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How do scientific processes help you investigate Earth
materials?
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How can Earth materials and features change over time?
What words do we need to know to master the objectives?
Earth
Space
Rocks
Soil
Water
Properties
Compare
Contrast
Contrast
Continents
Environment
Hand Lens
Features
Water Vapor
Water Cycle
Oxygen
Ocean Floor
Transparency
Observe
Observation
Geological Features
Natural Features
What do we need to know and be able to do?
 Describe and compare properties of a variety of Earth’s
materials
 Recognize and describe that water can be solid, liquid or
gas on the Earth’s surface
 Gather and provide evidence about the physical
environment
 Create posters to demonstrate what we’ve learned
 Describe and compare natural features of Earth’s
surface and the continents, including Maryland
What resources will we use?
Posters
Maps
Globes
Videos
Informational Texts
How will we master the objectives?
Authentic materials: Rocks, soil, water
Collecting and comparing samples
Computer and Website materials
Conducting experiments
Graphic Organizers
Researching with non-fiction books and online resources
Collection Materials: Seines, shovels, sample materials, etc.
Classifying and explaining the classification of materials
Using proper scientific techniques