5th Grade Body Systems Unit Blueprint

12D(3-5)#2: Make sketches to aid in explaining procedures or ideas.

12D(3-5)#3: Use numerical data in describing and comparing objects and events.

11B(3-5)#2:   Geometric figures, number sequences, graphs, diagrams, sketches, number lines, maps, and stories can be used to represent objects, events, and processes in the real world, although such representations can never be exact in every detail.

12C(3-5)#3: Keep a notebook that describes observations made, carefully distinguishes actual observations from ideas and speculations about what was observed, and is understandable weeks or months later.

12A(3-5)#2: Offer reasons for their findings and consider reasons suggested by others.

The following skills are addressed throughout the unit. Evidence of learning should be observed through classroom conversations and students' science notebooks/binders.

• Learning Experience 5 is the best place for examining students' ability to make reasonable sketches. Since this is a skill that has been addressed throughout the year (and previous years), students should be able to produce a detailed, understandable sketch.
• Students specifically examine and analyze data in Lessons 4 and 8.
• Similar to the Astronomy Unit, this unit utilizes many models. Each time a model is used, students should carefully consider the strengths and limitations of the model. Students should be able to reflect independently and share with the class.
• Many lessons require students to think about the function or role of various organs and systems. Students should be consistently required to back-up their ideas.