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Monday, August 28, 2006

Monday, August 28th

Today in class we:
Reviewed for Wednesday's test

Homework: Study study study!
Recommended (not required)for review
pg33: Concept Map, 1-3, 6-10
pg34: 12, 14, 16,17, 19, 20,23,24,25

Test review during small break on Wednesday for all interested students

Sunday, August 27, 2006

AMAZING TORNADO FOOTAGE

This footage was captured in Southern Minnesota last week as a severe storm cell passed over the state.
You need QuickTime or Realplayer to view this footage. Enjoy and be amazed!
MN Tornado Footage

Thursday, August 24, 2006

Thursday August 24th

Do Now:Convert the following scales into actual distances on the globe.
Scale: 1/60,000
7.5 cm on map = _____ cm on Earth
12 cm on map = _____cm on Earth
23cm on map = _____ cm on Earth
* Challenge, convert cm to meters or kilometers

Today in class we:
Practiced converting map scales to actual distances
Worked on reading topographic map lab: 7.5' quadrangle, latitude and longitude, landforms and features, elevation and relief

Homework due Monday:
Finish topographic profile on pg 3 of lab. Have lab ready to be turned in.

* Reminder, Test on maps and landforms Wednesday August 30th

Tuesday, August 22, 2006

Tuesday, August 22nd

Today in class we:
- Handed back and discussed binders
- Discussed topographic maps and creating topographic profile
- Worked in groups looking at Hilo 7.5' Quadrangle map lab

Homework for Thursday:
- Complete questions at the end of section 4 chapter 1: 1 and 2 all

Tuesday, August 15, 2006

Tuesday, August 15th

DO NOW: Explain how information on a map differs from information on a globe. Which representation is more accurate? Why?

Today in class we:
Discussed concepts of globes as representations for Earth.
Explored lines of latitude and longitude and how they work as reference points
Worked on latitude and longitude activity in class.

Homework:
Organize science binder and have it ready to turn in on Thursday
Complete question 2 a-c on page 19.


Parents: Have your student show you the new homework logs located on the first page in their science binder. This will provide both you and your student with information on their progress in science class.

Friday, August 11, 2006

Friday, August 11th


Do Now:
What information can we get from maps? Are there different kinds of maps? If so, what types of maps have you seen or used and what information did they provide you?

In class today we:
-Reviewed landforms with North America outline map
-Discussed different types of maps
- Discussed reference information on maps; key, scale, compass rose

Homework due Tuesday:
- Worksheet #1 on landforms (handout section of notebook)
- Worksheet #2 on mountains (answer questions on binder paper and store in homework section)
- Draw a map of your choice (I suggest you pick something small and manageable)
Your map must include the following
1. Title
2. Key that includes everything on your map
3. Scale; accurate scale of the space that you choose to map ( 1:5 cm/m)
4. Compass rose - orient your map as accurately as you can, remember the ocean and mountains are good reference points

Wednesday, August 09, 2006

Wednesday, Aug 9th


Do Now:
Create a list of landforms that can be found on the Big Island

Today in class we:
Discussed surface features such as topography, relief, elevation, and landforms.
Talked about the three major landform types and many of the minor landforms
Brainstorms list of Big Island landform features

Homework:
Pg 10 question 2a-c

* Remember to start off the year organized. Make sure all your Do Nows are stored in the Do Now section, Classnotes in the Classnote section, and Homework in the Homework section of your notebook.

Monday, August 07, 2006

Monday, August 7th

Do Now:
Make four lists labeled Air, Water, Space and Land. Under each heading, list as many "Earth Science" related things as you can think of.

Today in class we:
Collected parent-student signed letters
Checked all class materials
20 questions introduction game and seating assignment
Handed out text books
Discussed class policies and procedures

Homework due Wednesday
Cover textbooks
Read pages 6-10
Answer question 1 a-c on page 10

* Reminder: Homework is to be labeled and dated on binder paper and be stored in the homework section of your science binder

Thursday, August 03, 2006

Thursday, August 3rd

Congratulations on a successful first day of class. Today in class we completed a student survey, handed out and briefly discussed the class syllabus, and handed out parent-student letter.

Homework due Monday:
- All required class materials present in class on Monday
- Signed and completed parent-student letter