WA Physical Science

The girls are still working on balancing equations, identifying types of chemical reactions, and inorganic nomenclature.  The Physical Science class started to do some exercises in Code Academy to learn how to create an app in conjunction with Science Fair.  They did another CERexercise.  CER is a claim-evidence-reasoning model.  In Science, claims must be backed by evidence.  I want the kids to be in the habit of explaining their reasoning or the rationale for an explanation.  It is opportunity to think critically.  The girls have been doing a series of thermal labs-most inquiry- based.  Next week, the kids will finish these labs and spend time practicing reactions.