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7th Grade/Life Science:
Characteristics of Living Things
o List the characteristics of all living organisms. (Cellular Organization, Contain Compounds, Use Energy, Respond to Surroundings, Grow & Develop, Reproduce)
o Give an example of an organism from each of the six kingdoms (Archaea, Bacteria, Prosista, Fungi, Plant, and Animal)
o Order the levels of classification from most broad to most specific (Domain, Kingdom, Phylum, Class, Order, Family, Genus, Species)
Cells
o Explain the differences between plant and animal cells
o List at least 5 cell organelles/structures
o Describe the following cell processes; Photosynthesis, Respiration, & Mitosis
Bacteria & Viruses
o List differences between bacteria and viruses
o Describe prevention and/or treatment options for bacterial or viral infections
Genetics & Heredity
o Discuss how characteristics/traits (i.e. widow’s peak, colorblindness, genetic disorders) can be passed from generation to generation
o Give examples of dominant and recessive genes.
o Complete a Punnett square, including genotype and phenotype
Plant Kingdom
o Describe and label plant structures and functions
Animal Kingdom
o Identify a species associated with each of the major animal groups (Sponge, Cnidaria, Echinoderm, Roundworm, Flatworm, Mollusk, Segmented worm, Arthropod, Bird, Reptile, Mammal, Amphibian, Etc.)
Human Body
o List human body systems (Skeletal, Muscular, Skin, Digestive, Cardiovascular, Respiratory, Excretory, Nervous, Endocrine, Reproductive, & Lymphatic)
o Locate an organ/structure and describe its function within each system
Common Assessments:
· Science Fair
Individual Adjustments/Modifications for Mrs. Longdin’s 7th Grade Life Science
Characteristics of Living Things Project
· “A Walk Through The Woods” RAFT writing project
Cells Project
· “The Apprentice” justification letter
Bacteria and Viruses Project
· “Homework Makes Me Sick” Newsletter
Genetics and Heredity Project
· Baby Reebops
· Paper Pet Family Project
Grading:
A = 94 – 100 B+ = 87 – 89 C+ = 77 – 79 D+ = 67 – 69
A- = 90 – 93 B = 83 – 86 C = 73 – 76 D = 63 – 66
B- = 80 – 82 C- = 70 – 72 D- = 60 – 62
Students will be given time and support in class. However, some projects, assignments, and test preparation may need to be completed at home.
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