Respiratory System

Click here to watch the video we saw in class today.

Complete any blanks in your notes.

Rewrite your notes using either a concept map or a drawing.  This must be done by hand, not on the computer.

CPCS Summer Science Homework

Summer Science Homework – For All 6th Grade scholars entering 7th Grade

 Objective: I will be able to...

• Use my reading skills to stay up-to-date on science current events.
• Use my critical thinking skills to analyze the data from the article.
• Use my writing skills to construct a written piece of evidence to show my understanding. 

 Directions:

• Read a science-related article from the newspaper, magazine or one of the following websites: Popular Science, NOVA, New York Times, Time for Kids, National Geographic, Earth and Sky Kids or Earth and Sky, NPR, Nature, Sciencenews.org, Sciencedaily.com
• Write a Claim/Evidence and Personal Response to the following questions:

• • How can this apply to your daily life?  
  • What is the scientist claiming about his or her finding? 
  • Explain whether you agree or disagree with the scientist's claim.
  • What background knowledge did you use to help you understand and/or infer the meaning of the article?
   
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  See THIS EXAMPLE to help you. 
  Use this rubric to edit your work.
  Scholar work must be typed with the article attached or a link to the article.
  Due on the first day of school.
• You may also email your completed assignment to Ms. Moore at kmoore@cpcsschool.org.
  

STUDY FOR YOUR UNIT 1 EXAM

Click on the links below to help you study for your test for Unit 1: Human Body

Topic 1: Cell Parts

• organelles - small cell parts
• cell membrane - the outer covering of the cell
• nucleus - control center of the cell
• mitochondria - convert energy from food to a form the cell can use
•  cytoplasm - the jelly-like substance between the cell parts

Topic 2: Levels of organization in the body (CTOS)

• Cells - smallest unit of life
• Tissues - made of cells working together
• Organs - made of tissues working together
• Organ Systems - a group of organs working together

Topic 3: Functions of each of the body systems

• Digestive
• Circulatory
• Respiratory
• Excretory
• Endocrine
• Skeletal
• Muscular
• Reproductive

Topic 4: Organs and structures of each system
Digestive

• Circulatory
• Heart
• blood vessels: veins, arteries, capillaries
• valves keep blood from moving backward
• Respiratory
• mouth/nose
• trachea
• pharynx/larynx
• bronchi
• lungs
• alveoli - tiny air sacs where oxygen goes into the blood
• Excretory
• Urinary system: kidneys, ureters, bladder, urethra
• Skin
• Lungs
• Large intestine/rectum
• Endocrine
• glands produce hormones
• hormones control processes in the body
• Skeletal
• bones
• ligaments
• joints
• Muscular
• muscles
• tendons
• Reproductive
• female: ovaries, uterus, eggs
• male: testes, sperm

Cell Theory Rap - Listen to it at home!

Welcome to 7th Grade!

Thanks so much for visiting this 7th Grade Science page.  We will begin our school year with expectations for scholars' behavior and academic success.  You were given a summer science assignment: to visit the Museum of Natural History and Central Park.  I asked you to write a one-page reflection for each location.  Please send your reflection to me at kmoore@cpcsschool.org.  In the subject line of your email, type your name and SUMMER HOMEWORK.

Unit 4: Reproduction, Heredity, and Evolution

Practice Links:

Punnett Squares
1. Baby bunnies!

Review for the Organisms Unit Test

Organisms Unit Test is Monday, May 19
The format will be multiple choice and short answer.

Use your study guide we created together in class to review, as well as your binder.  Rewrite vocabulary words and their definitions, then quiz yourself using the techniques you learned in class.