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Science Select Module
Titles and Descriptions
Science Select
Daily Lessons Plans for 5th Grade and
Intermediate Science Teachers
Module #
Introductory Module
This 10 day module introduces fifth grade science students to classroom and laboratory procedures,
methods and techniques that will be follow through out the year.
5-1
Physical Science A - Matter
The focus of this 17 day module is to incorporate the concepts and vocabulary of matter through a
combination of theory and hands-on laboratory investigations. Students will become familiar with the
properties and behaviors of matter in various states.
5-2
Physical Science B - Energy
The energy module is divided into two parts lasting 25 days. The first part focus on energy, in general, and
on electricity and magnetism, in particular. The second part explores light, sound, thermal and alternate
energy.
5-3
Earth Science A - Earth and Its Resources
This module introduces the concepts and vocabulary relating to the formation of the Earth's resources and
factors that cause change to the Earth over time. The module lasts for 28 days.
5-4
Earth Science B - Earth, Moon, Cycles and Systems
In this 25 day module, groups will use models and complete activities that help them understand that
systems are a collection of cycles, structures and processes that interact.
5-5
Life Sciences A - Interaction of Living Things
Lessons in this 26 day module include the identification and critical attributes of ecosystems and Earth
biomes. These lessons explore relationships between organisms in a habitat and look at specific adaptations
that help these organisms compete and survive.
5-6
Life Science B - Life Cycles, Heredity and the Environment
This 32 day module introduces concepts, vocabulary and comparisons relating to the structure and functions
of plant parts and the life cycles of plants and animals.
5-7
Ideas for the End of the Year
These are ideas for one or two day mini-lessons to finish the last week of the school year.