Wednesday, September 9, 2015

Demonstrating Your Knowledge of Science (DYKS)

Our first project is upon us! All 6th graders have the opportunity to demonstrate what they've already learned in their science classes with a fun, colorful mini-poster. Please find the information on this project given below:



Name:__________________________________
Class Period:____________
Demonstrate Your Knowledge of Science (DYKS)
Learning Target: I can use words and pictures to demonstrate my current understanding of scientific concepts and vocabulary

Criteria:
·         Each section represents a different area of science (see list for ideas)
·         Each section uses both words AND pictures to show knowledge of concepts and vocabulary
·         Center circle contains a visual of YOU (either a photo or hand-drawn illustration), your first and last name, and class period
·         Entire space is filled AND colorful

Due Date:_________________________________

*On the back of this sheet you will find a list of different areas of science.  This list is to help you come up with ideas; you are NOT limited to these areas of science only, so feel free to come up with your own ideas!




Examples of Areas of Science:
Anatomy: The study of organisms and their parts
Astronomy: The study of outer space
Biology: The study of life and living organisms
Botany: The study of plants
Chemistry: The study of chemicals and how they react
Ecology: The study of organisms and their environment
Entomology: The study of insects
Geography: The study of earth and its features
Geology: The study of the history and structure of the earth
Ichthyology: The study of fish
Meteorology: The study of weather
Marine Biology: The study of sea life
Mineralogy: The study of minerals
Oceanography: The study of the ocean
Paleontology: The study of dinosaurs and other prehistoric life
Physics: The study of matter and energy, and interactions between the two
Ornithology: The study of birds
Volcanology: The study of volcanoes
Zoology: The study of animals
 


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