Numeracy, Science, Social Studies and Bible Objectives (04/26- 04/30)

NUMERACY

Learning Objectives:

The student, given a practical situation, will:
a) represent data in a circle graph;
b) make observations and inferences about data represented in a circle graph; and
c) compare circle graphs with the same data represented in bar graphs, pictographs, and line plots.

Focus in class:

  • Surveys
  • Circle Graphs

SCIENCE

Learning objectives:

The student will investigate and understand that air has properties and that Earth’s atmosphere has structure and is dynamic. Key ideas include

  1. Air is a mixture of gaseous elements and compounds;
  2. The atmosphere has physical characteristics;
  3. Properties of the atmosphere change with altitude;
  4. There is a relationship between air movement, thermal energy, and weather conditions;
  5. Atmospheric measures are used to predict weather conditions; and
  6. Weather maps give basic information about fronts, systems, and weather measurements.

Focus in class:

  • Mixture of air
  • 5 layers of the atmosphere
  • Ozone Layer

SOCIAL STUDIES

Learning objectives:

  • To find out when and where the Ancient Egyptians lived
  • To use a timeline to explore key events from Ancient Egyptian times

Focus in class:

  • Group work on various topics (Pyramids, mummification, hieroglyphics, gods)

BIBLE

Learning objectives:

  • To understand prophecy and fulfillment of prophecy

Focus in class:

  • A look at Matthew (Chapter 4.1)
  • What is prophecy?
  • Fulfillment of prophecy – Jesus is the promised Messiah of the Kingdom of Heaven.