TEKS Objectives:

(8)  Force, motion, and energy. The student knows force and motion are related to potential and kinetic energy. The student is expected to:

(D)  measure and graph changes in motion; and

(E)  investigate how inclined planes and pulleys can be used to change the amount of force to move an object.

Nov. 28-29, 2011

Discuss the type of graph used to graph motion and its parts.  Activity “Using Line Graphs.”

Nov. 30-Dec. 1, 2011

Graphing lab-use everyday situations to gather data.  Go to Nature Center to gather data.  Use data to create a line graph.

Dec. 2 and 5, 2011 Discuss inclined planes.  Investigate how inclined planes help do work.

Dec. 6-7, 2011 Discuss types of pulleys.  Investigate the direction of force and the amount of force needed to move an object.

Dec. 8-13, 2011 Study Sheets and review over simple machines and graphs.

Dec. 14-15-16, 2011   SEMESTER EXAMS   Science exam will be over all objectives studied in the fall semester with emphasis on simple machines and graphs.  Review all study sheets carefully.  Extra points will be given to students who get their study sheets signed.