7th Grade Science Curriculum Guide - Public

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1	__	7th Grade Science Last Updated: May 2023
2		DESE Item Specifications -Unwrapped Standards (Earth) (Life) (Physical)			Mo Leap Blocks					CS Standards Alignment
3		MAP Practice Assessment Scoring Rubric			MAP Practice Assessment (6th-8th)					MAP P.A. Answer Key
4		First Quarter
5		Inspire Science Grade 6 Unit 1 Module 1: Cells and Life ~17 Days	Essential Questions: How do the structures and processes of a cell enable it to survive? How do you explain the relationship between the structures and functions of cell organelles? Why is each part of the cell essential to survival? How do cells, tissues, organs, and organ systems relate to the complexity of living organisms? What do cells tell us about basic processes of life…life, death, reproduction, etc? How are cells like building blocks? How can I use my knowledge of unicellular, multicellular, cell function, and the engineering practices to solve problems and analyze data?		DOK	Introduce (I) Dev. Mastery (DM) Master (M) Reinforce (R)				Resources	Scaffolding/Enrichment
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7		Vocabulary	Life Sciences
8		cell cell theory unicellular organism multicellular organism reproduction homeostasis prokaryotic eukaryotic organelle cell membrane Mitochondria Golgi Apparatus Nuclear Membrane Vacuole Nucleolus cytoplasm cell wall protein cellular respiration chloroplast nucleus Endoplasmic Reticulum Ribosome Lysosome	LS.1.A.1	Provide evidence that organisms (unicellular and multicellular) are made of cells and that a single cell must carry out all of the basic functions of life. [Clarification Statement: Emphasis is on developing evidence that living things are made of cells, distinguishing between living and non-living things, and understanding that living things may be made of one cell or many and varied cells.] I can recognize a cell is the smallest unit of life. I can describe the difference between unicellular and multicellular organisms and give examples of each. *I can explain that all living things share certain characteristics (respond to stimulus, made of cell(s), homeostasis, grow, develop, reproduce, use energy, organization)	3	M				Unit 1 Module 1 Cells and Life about 17 days Lesson 1 Exploring Life (about 9 days) Lesson 2 Cell Structure and Function (about 8 days) STEM projects and assessments (about 2 days- can be placed in a small group/station)
9			LS.1.A.2	Develop and use a model to describe the function of a cell as a whole and ways parts of the cells contribute to that function. [Clarification Statement: Emphasis is on the cell functioning as a whole system and the primary role of identified p] I can compare and contrast the plant and animal cell structure and organelles. I can recognize the chloroplast as the cell structure where food is produced in plants and some unicellular organisms (e.g., algae, some protists) I can recognize the mitochondria and explain its function in the cell. I can describe the function of the cell wall in a plant cell. I can describe the function of the cell membrane and why it is important to other parts of the cell. I can describe the function of the nucleus and why it is important to the cell. * I can describe the function of the cytoplasm in the cell.	3	M
10			Engineering Design
11			ETS1.A.1	Define the criteria and constraints of a design problem with sufficient precision to ensure a successful solution, taking into account relevant scientific principles and potential impacts on people and the natural environment that may limit possible solutions.	3	I	DM	DM	M
12			ETS1.B.1	Evaluate competing design solutions using a systematic process to determine how well they meet the criteria and constraints of the problem.	3	I	DM	DM	M
13			ETS1.B.2	Analyze data from tests to determine similarities and differences among several design solutions to identify the best characteristics of each that can be combined into a new solution to better meet the criteria for success.	3	I	DM	DM	M
14			ETS1.B.3	Develop a model to generate data for iterative testing and modification of a proposed object, tool, or process such that an optimal design can be achieved.	3	I	DM	DM	M
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17		Inspire Science Grade 6 Unit 1 Module 1: Body Systems ~16 Days	Essential Questions: How can I use my knowledge of simple molecules, extended structures, changes in particles, and the engineering practices to solve problems and analyze data? How can I use my knowledge of unicellular, multicellular, cell function, and the engineering practices to solve problems and analyze data?		DOK	Introduce (I) Dev. Mastery (DM) Master (M) Reinforce (R)				Resources	Scaffolding/Enrichment
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19		Vocabulary	Life Sciences							Unit 1 Module 2 Body Systems about 16 days Lesson 1 Levels of Organization (about 3 days) Lesson 2 Structure and Support (about 3 days) Lesson 3 Observing Energy adn Removing Waste (about 3 days) Lesson 4 Moving Materials (about 4 days) Lesson 5 Control and Information Processing (about 8 days) STEM projects and assessments (about 2 days- can be placed in a small group/station)
20		Cells Tissue Organ Organ System Organism Circulatory System Nervous System Digestive System Excretory System Muscular System Skeletal System Respiratory System Integumentary System	LS.1.A.3	Develop an argument supported by evidence for how multicellular organisms are organized by varying levels of complexity; cells, tissue, organs, organ systems. I can explain both plants and animals have levels of organization for structure and function, including cells, tissues, organs, organ systems, and the whole organism. I can explain the body is a system of interacting subsystems composed of group of cells. *I can explain that cells form tissues and tissues form organs specialized for particular body functions.	3	M
21			LS.1.A.4	Present evidence that body systems interact to carry out key body functions, including providing nutrients and oxygen to cells, removing carbon dioxide and waste from cells and the body, controlling body motion/activity and coordination, and protecting the body. I can analyze the interaction of subsystems (kidneys, muscles, brain, lung, heart, intestines...) within a system and the normal functioning of those systems interact with other body systems. I can explain how interactions occur among the circulatory, excretory, digestive, respiratory, muscular, reproductive, and nervous. *I can explain organ systems function because of the contributions of individual organs, tissues, and cells. The failure of any part can affect the entire system.	3	M
22			Earth and Space Sciences
23			ESS.3.C.1	Analyze data to define the relationship for how increases in human population and per-capita consumption of natural resources impact Earth's systems. [Clarification Statement: Examples of data include grade appropriate databases on human popluations and the rates of consumption of food and natural resources (such as freshwater, mineral, and energy). Examples of impacts can included changes to the appearance, composition, and structure of Earth's systems as well as the rates at which they change.]	4	M
24			Engineering Design
25			ETS1.A.1	Define the criteria and constraints of a design problem with sufficient precision to ensure a successful solution, taking into account relevant scientific principles and potential impacts on people and the natural environment that may limit possible solutions.	3	I	DM	DM	M
26			ETS1.B.1	Evaluate competing design solutions using a systematic process to determine how well they meet the criteria and constraints of the problem.	3	I	DM	DM	M
27			ETS1.B.2	Analyze data from tests to determine similarities and differences among several design solutions to identify the best characteristics of each that can be combined into a new solution to better meet the criteria for success.	3	I	DM	DM	M
28			ETS1.B.3	Develop a model to generate data for iterative testing and modification of a proposed object, tool, or process such that an optimal design can be achieved.	3	I	DM	DM	M
29			End of Unit Assessment		7th Grade Assessment: Cells and Life
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