Science 5
Curriculum
Big idea: Multicellular organisms have organ systems that enable them to survive and interact within their environment
- The basic structures and functions of body systems
- Digestive system
- Muscular system
- Skeletal system
- Circulatory system
- Respiratory system
Big Idea: Solutions are homogenous
- Solutions can be separated using different techniques: distillation, evaporation, crystallization
- Solubility of solids, liquids and gases
- Properties of solutions: pH, Concentration
- Dissolving: process of forming a solution
Big Idea: Machines are devices that transfer force and energy
- Properties of simple machines: levers, wedge, inclined, plane, wheel and axle, pulley, & screw
- Force effects of simple machines: changing direction and multiplying force
- Constructed machines: combinations of simple machines from complex machines
- Found in nature: the lever is the basis of musculoskeletal system
- power: machine power ratings, motors
Big Idea: Earth materials change as they move through the rock cycle and can be used as natural resources
- The rock cycle
- Local types of earth materials: minerals, rok, clay, boulder, gravel, sand, soil
- First peoples concepts of interconnectedness in the environment
- The nature of sustainable practices around Bc's resources
- First Peoples knowledge of sustainable practices