Prince George’s County Public SchoolsSummer Science Calendar

Grades 3-5

Science OfficeSummer 2017

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Note To The StudentExpectations for students in Grades 3-5:

Gather data from many different forms of scientific investigations. Identify and compare properties, location and movement of celestial objects in our solar system. Provide evidence to support the fact that matter has observable and measurable properties. Identify and describe ways in which heat can be produced. Provide evidence from investigations to identify processes that can be used to change physical properties of materials. Explain that the changes in the motion of objects are determined by the mass of an object and the amount of the force applied.

You will need a science journal to record your responses. The science journal will be used to record exploration ideas, data, labeled graphs, newspaper clippings, and persuasive/writings and stories. Students can use a composition book or create their own journal by using the materials and directions below.

Use the following materials to create your journal:

o construction paper o magazines (collage material) o notebook paper (3-hole) o scissors o single or 3-hole punch o fasteners (yarn, ribbon, brads, rings) o ruler o tape

Follow the procedures the to create your journal:

o Use construction paper to make a front and back cover for your journal. Cut the paper 23 cm wide by 30 cm long. o Place a piece of 3-hole notebook paper over the front and back covers and trace the three holes with a pencil. o Use a hole puncher to punch out the holes you traced. o Sandwich a stack of 3-hole notebook paper between the front and back covers of the journal and fasten the papers together. o Create the front and back cover of your science journal. Use your creative skills to draw a picture or create a collage of things that

relate to science.

June 2017Monday – Friday

Grades 3-5 Science CalendarPhysical Science: This month you will focus on the different states of matter.

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday19Start of Summer Break Activity Calendar

Visit your local library to check out a book to read about the states of matter.

20Visit your local library and check out a book to read about the states of matter

21Visit the link below and watch the Magic School Bus show about Matter:http://tinyurl.com/magicschoolbus-matter

23Matter is all around us. Use the link below to learn about matter. Don’t forget to click on the links and take the quiz. http://bit.ly/q5Wl5

23Matter exists in more than one state. Review the states of matter by using the link below. Remember to take the quiz at the end of the activity.http://bit.ly/4RHo3w

For a sweet summer treat, click on the link below and complete the activity titled Solid to Liquid to Solid.http://tlc.howstuffworks.com/family/science-projects-for-kids-states-of-matter1.htm

26 - 27Find out what properties cause liquids to form layers.Materials: corn syrup, dishwashing liquid, water, red food coloring, corn oil, cup, small paper clip, tiny piece of Styrofoam, and a piece of rubber band.What to do: Pour in each liquid in the order they are listed in the materials. Observe that the liquids form layers. Gently drop in a small paper clip. Watch until it stops sinking. Next, drop in a piece of Styrofoam. Wait until it stops. Then drop in the rubber band.Answer the following questions in your journal.Based on your observations, which liquid has the highest density? The lowest density? How do you know? Provide an explanation.

28With a parent/guardian, you will need a large container. Rub your hands together and feel the heat of their palms. Get an ice cube to hold in your hands and hold your hands over the container. Once all the ice cubes have melted from the heat of your hands.In your journal, answer the following questions:

1. What happened to ice cubes?2. Why did the ice cubes melt?

29Complete the activity by visiting the link below:http://www.abcya.com/states_of_matter.htm

30The physics of motion are all about forces. Learn about forces and motion using the following link http://bit.ly/cAqyPe .

Remember to take the quiz at the end and motion in action.http://www.bbc.co.uk/schools/scienceclips/ages/6_7/forces_movement_whatnext.shtml

Wednesday, September 6, 2017: All Students return to school

July 2017Monday – Friday

Grades 3-5 Science CalendarPhysical Science and Life Science: This month you will focus on forces, motion, energy, and plants.

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday3In your journal, write a poem about forces and motion.

Gravity is a force. Learn about gravity with Tim and Moby. http://bit.ly/l3X4yp

4 5 - 6Use what you know about the physics of motion to design a roller coaster. Draw your design in your science journal.Also check out http://kids.discovery.com/games/build-play/build-a-coaster and build a virtual roller coaster.Compare your designs.

7Take a trip with your family toSix Flags America13710 Central AvenueMitchellville, MD 20721301-249-1500http://www.sixflags.com/america/index.aspx

10 -11Simple machines make work easier for us by allowing us to push or pull over increased distances. Review the six types of simple machines by clicking on the name then complete each activity. Use the following link: http://bit.ly/11FE75.

12Use this link, http://bit.ly/1MPlI3 , to learn more about simple machines.

Draw a picture in your journal showing how a simple machine makes work easier. Explain your illustration.

13Answer the following questions in your science journal. If two pulling forces applied to an object are in the same direction, would the forces be added together or subtracted? Explain.

15Suggested field trip:Visit Koshland Science Museum525 E Street, NW Washington, DC 20001Adults - $5Active Duty Military - $3Students - $3They do not accept cash.Last Admission: 5 pmhttps://www.koshland-science-museum.org/

17- 18Plants are important to our lives.Watch the videos about plants: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X6TLFZUC9gI

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p3St51F4kE8

In your journal, draw a plant. Label and explain each part of the plant.

Planting Bean Seeds-12-ounce clear plastic cups (with hole poked in bottom for water drainage)-plastic plate to rest the cups on-potting soil, without added fertilizer-dry kidney or lima beans (NOTE: these must first be soaked overnight)-water spray bottleDirections:-Fill a plastic cup most of the way with potting soil and plant 4-7 beans. -Cover the seeds gently with soil.-Lightly water the soil, using the water spray bottle.-In your journal, draw how your cup looks after you added the soil and seed.

19Watch the video learn about photosynthesis and pollination.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3pD68uxRLkM

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6CxCTyxRFh0

Write an explanation in your journal about the importance of photosynthesis and pollination.

20Observe the seeds you planted in the plastic cup. Explain in your journal what you see.

This a good time to lightly water your seeds in the soil.

Take the pollination quiz:http://easyscienceforkids.com/fun-pollination-quiz-free-online-science-quizzes-for-children/

21Suggested field trip:Visit Port Discovery Children’s Museum located at 35 Market Place, Inner Harbor

For more information and admission prices, click below:http://www.portdiscovery.org/generalinfo

24Click the link below to learn about different types of energy.http://www.enwin.com/kids/electricity/types_of_energy.cfm

25Observe the seeds you planted in the plastic cup. Explain in your journal what you see.

This a good time to lightly water your seeds in the soil.

26In your journal write answers to the questions below:

Which of the following is NOT an example of how flowers pollinate?

a. Butterfliesb. Beesc. Windd. Sun

A little boy plants a carrot seed. Despite being told by his entire family that the seed won't grow, the boy perseveres. Every day, he carefully weeds and waters the area where he planted the seed. A plant grows, and one day, the boy is rewarded with a big orange carrot. What caused the boy's carrot to grow so large?

a. Gravityb. Waterc. Lightd. all of the above

Which is NOT a function of roots in a plant?a. anchors the plantb. absorbs water from the soilc. absorbs nutrients from the soild. makes food for the plant

The bark protects the stem of a tree. Which human body organ has the same job as the bark of a tree?

a. Skinb. Heartc. Lungsd. stomach

27Select 5 activities to complete online about plants.:

http://interactivesites.weebly.com/plants.html

After you have completed your 5 activities, write a summary in your journal explaining what you learned about planets.

29Suggested field trips:Visit The United States Botanic Garden100 Maryland Ave SW, Washington, DC 20001For museum hours:https://www.usbg.gov/

Visit National Museum of American History10th St. & Constitution Ave. NW, Washington, DC 20560 / 202-633-1000Free AdmissionFor museum hours: http://www.mnh.si.edu/

31Last Observation: Observe the seeds you planted in the plastic cup. Explain in your journal what you see.

August 2017

Wednesday, September 6, 2017: All Students return to school

Monday – FridayGrades 3-5 Science Calendar

Earth and Space Science: This month you will focus on stars, planets, and solar system. Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday

1Astronomy is the study of space. As a junior astronomer, learn about this exciting field using this link http://bit.ly/j0Kahw.

2Everything in the solar system rotates around the sun. Review the solar system using the following link. Remember to take the quiz at the end. http://bit.ly/9tbfzh

3Everything in the solar system rotates around the sun. Review the solar system using the following link. Remember to take the quiz at the end. http://bit.ly/9tbfzh

4How could you show that the moon can sometimes be seen in the day sky? Investigate to find out. Record your research and explanation in your journal.

7Review what makes up a Galaxy by going to link below to guide you: http://bit.ly/kp0uxm .

In your journal, write down five interesting facts about the link you observed above.

8 - 9Watch a video about day and night:http://www.makemegenius.com/science-videos/grade_1/day-and-night-explanation-for-kids

Part I:Draw a picture of the daytime sky.

Part II:Draw a picture of the night sky. Use chalk or a silver market and black construction paper.

In your journal, write summary to explain your drawings.

10As earth spins, sunrise occurs gradually across the United States

Find out how this natural event influenced the invention of different time zones. Record your research in your journal.

11Suggested field trip:

Visit the Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum National Mall Building located at Independence Ave at6th Street SWWashington, DC 20560202-633-2214Free Admission

Wednesday, September 6, 2017: All Students return to school