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Chenango Valley CSD Science Department
Teacher Name:
Michael Breed
Course Name:
Regents Earth Science Quarter:
1
Date Range
Month of September
Unit Name:
Observations, Inferences, and Measurement Content (Outcomes) Skills (Outcomes) Assessment Materials & Texts
SWBAT define observation and
inference, and can differentiate
between the two.
SWBAT measure and define mass,
weight, area, volume,
temperature, and time using
metric units.
SWBAT convert between base
metric units and those with prefixes
centi-, kilo-, and milli-.
SWBAT identify direct, inverse,
and cyclic relationships from both
data and graphs.
SWBAT read and interpret the
appropriate Earth Science
Reference Tables when necessary.
Additional Vocabulary:
S.1 – SWBAT formulate questions
about themselves and their
surroundings
S.2 – SWBAT collect data using
observation and surveys, and record
appropriately
S.3 – SWBAT construct a table to
represent a collection of data
S.4 – SWBAT identify the parts of a
graph
S.5 – SWBAT display data in a
graph
S.7 – SWBAT read and interpret
data in graphs
Tests - all tests throughout the year are
written using the Wizard Testmaker and
problem-attic software, and consist
solely of questions taken from previous
administrations of NYS Earth Science
Regents examinations.
Quizzes - Wizard Testmaker &
problem-attic.com
Homework assignments from textbook
& review book
Test review packets created with
Wizard Testmaker & Problem-Attic
website
Labs - Graphing Skills, Observations
& Inferences , Scientific Method,
AMSCO Earth Science -
The Physical Setting
textbook
School-issued iPads &
iTunes U
iPad apps such as Notability
and Safari
Earth Science Reference
Tables
Mill’s Notes Packet
Lab Manual developed by
Michael Breed & Phillip
Brooks
Chenango Valley CSD Science Department
Scientific notation
Quantitative
Qualitative
Magnitude
Scale
Volume
Area
Mass
Weight
Independent Variable
Dependent Variable
S.8 – SWBAT formulate
conclusions and make predictions
from graphs
SWBAT determine what will be
measured and how in a laboratory
setting, using appropriate methods
and formulas.
SWBAT organize and neatly label
their work.
SWBAT analyze problems by
observing patterns.
SWBAT perform calculations
involving mass, length, area,
volume, time, temperature, and
density.
MP.2 – SWBAT reason abstractly
and quantitatively.
MP.4 – SWBAT model
mathematically.
HSN-Q.A.1 – SWBAT use units as
a way to understand problems and to
guide the solution of multi-step
problems; choose and interpret units
Density Metric Measurement, Lab
Safety, Percentage Error, Sunspot
Analysis
CSA – NYS Earth Science Regents
Examination in June
Wizard Testmaker software
PowerPoint notes
www.problem-attic.com
Various videos from
iTunes, Netflix, PBS, etc.
www.newyorkscienceteache
r.com
SUNY Oneonta Earth
Science Listserv
Document Camera and
Projector
Smart Board
Digital balance
Ruler
Graduated Cylinder
Timer/Stopwatch
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consistently in formulas; choose and
interpret the scale and the origin in
graphs and data displays.
HAS-CED.A.4 – SWBAT rearrange
formulas to highlight a quantity of
interest, using the same reasoning as
in solving equations.
Date Range
First three weeks of October
Unit Name
Earth’s Shape & Mapping Earth’s Surface
Content (Outcomes) Skills (Outcomes) Assessment Materials & Texts
SWBAT define model and explain
how models are used to describe
Earth’s appearance.
SWBAT describe Earth as an
oblate spheroid and explain, using
observations, why it is that shape.
SWBAT calculate the
circumference of a circle/Earth by
using Eratosthenes Method.
SWBAT describe Earth’s latitude
and longitude coordinate system
and determine locate coordinates
from maps such as those on pages
HSN-Q.A.1 – SWBAT use units as
a way to understand problems and to
guide the solution of multi-step
problems; choose and interpret units
consistently in formulas; choose and
interpret the scale and the origin in
graphs and data displays.
HSN-Q.A.2 – Define appropriate
quantities for the purpose of
descriptive modeling.
HSN-Q.A.3 – Choose a level of
accuracy appropriate for the purpose
of descriptive modeling.
Tests - all tests throughout the year are
written using the Wizard Testmaker and
problem-attic software, and consist
solely of questions taken from previous
administrations of NYS Earth Science
Regents examinations.
Quizzes - Wizard Testmaker &
problem-attic.com
Homework assignments from textbook
& review book
Test review packets created with
Wizard Testmaker & Problem-Attic
AMSCO Earth Science -
The Physical Setting
textbook
School-issued iPads &
iTunes U
iPad apps such as Notability
and Safari
Earth Science Reference
Tables
Mill’s Notes Packet
Chenango Valley CSD Science Department
3, 4, and 5 of the Earth Science
Reference Tables.
SWBAT state the time in an area,
given a map of continental US time
zones.
SWBAT use Earth’s angular rate of
rotation (15°/hour) to determine an
observer’s longitude.
SWBAT find a location on a map
based upon its latitude, given the
altitude of Polaris.
SWBAT determine the direction of
flow of a river/stream on a
topographic map.
SWBAT calculate the gradient
between two points on a
topographic map.
SWBAT correctly draw
isolines/contour lines on a field
map.
SWBAT identify areas of steep and
gentle gradients on topographic
MP.2 – SWBAT reason abstractly
and quantitatively.
MP.4 – SWBAT model
mathematically.
S.1 – SWBAT formulate questions
about themselves and their
surroundings
S.2 – SWBAT collect data using
observation and surveys, and record
appropriately
SWBAT determine what will be
measured and how in a laboratory
setting, using appropriate methods
and formulas.
SWBAT organize and neatly label
their work.
SWBAT analyze problems by
observing patterns.
website
Labs -
Latitude & Longitude
Earth’s Shape
USGS Topographic Maps
Chenango Forks Quadrangle
Drawing Map Profiles
Field Mapping
Eratosthenes Circumference
Lab Manual developed by
Michael Breed & Phillip
Brooks
Wizard Testmaker software
PowerPoint notes
www.problem-attic.com
Various videos from
iTunes, Netflix, PBS, etc.
www.newyorkscienceteache
r.com
SUNY Oneonta Earth
Science Listserv
Document Camera and
Projector
Smart Board
Magnifying glasses
Various topographic maps,
including the 1:24,000 scale
Chenango Valley CSD Science Department
maps based upon the spacing of
contour lines.
SWBAT correctly draw a profile
between two points on a field map.
SWBAT determine the contour
interval on a field map.
SWBAT identify directions on a
map based upon the four cardinal
directions.
SWBAT determine the distance
between two points on a map using
a map scale.
Additional Vocabulary:
Index Contour
Compass Rosette
USGS Chenango Forks
Quadrangle.
Date Range
Late October through mid-November
Unit Name
Properties of Rocks and Minerals
Content Skills Assessment Materials & Texts
HS-ESS2-3 – SWBAT explain that
rocks and minerals can be identified
and classified using various tests
and protocols that determine their
HSN-Q.A.3 – Choose a level of
accuracy appropriate for the purpose
of descriptive modeling.
Tests - all tests throughout the year are
written using the Wizard Testmaker and
problem-attic software, and consist
AMSCO Earth Science -
The Physical Setting
Chenango Valley CSD Science Department
physical and chemical properties.
HS-ESS2-5 – SWBAT perform
mechanical and chemical
investigations with water and a
variety of solid materials to provide
the evidence for connections
between the hydrologic cycle and
system interactions commonly
known as the rock cycle.
ESS2.B – SWBAT explain that
minerals are the building blocks of
igneous, metamorphic, and
sedimentary rocks and can be
identified using physical and
chemical characteristics. These rock
types are evidence of stages of
constant recycling of Earth material
by surface processes and
convection currents in the mantle.
(HS- ESS2-3)
HS-ESS3-1 – SWBAT construct an
explanation based on evidence for
how the availability of natural
resources, occurrence of natural
hazards, and changes in climate
have influenced human activity.
Examples of key natural resources
could include access to fresh water
MP.2 – SWBAT reason abstractly
and quantitatively
S.1 – SWBAT formulate questions
about themselves and their
surroundings
S.2 – SWBAT collect data using
observation and surveys, and record
appropriately
SWBAT determine what will be
measured and how in a laboratory
setting, using appropriate methods
and formulas.
SWBAT organize and neatly label
their work.
SWBAT analyze problems by
observing patterns.
WHST.9.12.1 – SWBAT write
arguments focused on rocks and
minerals.
WHST.9.12.2 – SWBAT write
informative/explanatory texts,
including the narration of historical
events, scientific
solely of questions taken from previous
administrations of NYS Earth Science
Regents examinations.
Quizzes - Wizard Testmaker &
problem-attic.com
Homework assignments from textbook
& review book
Test review packets created with
Wizard Testmaker & Problem-Attic
website
Labs -
Mineral Identification
Sedimentary Rock Identification
Igneous Rock Identification
Metamorphic Rock Identification
textbook
School-issued iPads &
iTunes U
iPad apps such as Notability
and Safari
Earth Science Reference
Tables
Mill’s Notes Packet
Lab Manual developed by
Michael Breed & Phillip
Brooks
Wizard Testmaker software
PowerPoint notes
www.problem-attic.com
Various videos from
iTunes, Netflix, PBS, etc.
www.newyorkscienceteache
Chenango Valley CSD Science Department
(such as rivers, lakes, and
groundwater), regions of fertile
soils such as river deltas, and high
concentrations of minerals and
fossil fuels.
HS-ESS3-2 – SWBAT evaluate
competing design solutions for
developing, managing, and utilizing
energy and mineral resources based
on cost-benefit ratios. Emphasis is
on the conservation, recycling, and
reuse of resources (such as minerals
and metals) where possible, and on
minimizing impacts where it is not.
Examples could include developing
best practices for agricultural soil
use, mining (for coal, tar sands, and
oil shales), and pumping (for
petroleum and natural gas). Science
knowledge indicates what can
happen in natural systems—not
what should happen
SWBAT use and understand the
diagrams and tables on pages 6,7,
and 16 of the Earth Science
Reference Tables.
procedures/experiments, or technical
processes.
SL.11-12.5 – SWBAT make
strategic use of digital media (e.g.,
textual, graphical, audio, visual, and
interactive elements) in
presentations to enhance
understanding of findings,
reasoning, and evidence and to add
interest.
r.com
SUNY Oneonta Earth
Science Listserv
Document Camera and
Projector
Smart Board
Mineral Kits
Mineral Test kits, which
include magnifying glasses,
glass plates, streak plates,
iron nails, copper pennies,
steel files, and dilute
hydrochloric acid in dropper
bottles.
Sedimentary Rock Kits
Igneous Rock Kits
Metamorphic Rock Kits
Chenango Valley CSD Science Department
Date Range
All of December
Unit Name
Plate Tectonics, Earthquakes, and Volcanoes
Content Skills Assessment Materials & Texts
HS-ESS1-5 - SWBAT evaluate
evidence of the past and current
movements of continental and
oceanic crust and the theory of plate
tectonics to explain the ages of
crustal rocks. Emphasis is on the
ability of plate tectonics to explain
the ages of crustal rocks. Examples
of evidence could include that the
age of oceanic crust increases with
distance from mid-ocean ridges as a
result of plate spreading and that
the North American continental
crust contains a much older central
ancient core compared to the
surrounding continental crust as a
result of complex and numerous
plate interactions.
HS-ESS2-1 – SWBAT develop a
model to illustrate how Earth’s
HSN-Q.A.3 – Choose a level of
accuracy appropriate for the purpose
of descriptive modeling.
MP.2 – SWBAT reason abstractly
and quantitatively
S.1 – SWBAT formulate questions
about themselves and their
surroundings
S.2 – SWBAT collect data using
observation and surveys, and record
appropriately
SWBAT determine what will be
measured and how in a laboratory
setting, using appropriate methods
and formulas.
Tests - all tests throughout the year are
written using the Wizard Testmaker and
problem-attic software, and consist
solely of questions taken from previous
administrations of NYS Earth Science
Regents examinations.
Quizzes - Wizard Testmaker &
problem-attic.com
Homework assignments from textbook
& review book
Test review packets created with
Wizard Testmaker & Problem-Attic
website
Labs –
Divergent Boundaries
AMSCO Earth Science -
The Physical Setting
textbook
School-issued iPads &
iTunes U
iPad apps such as Notability
and Safari
Earth Science Reference
Tables
Mill’s Notes Packet
Lab Manual developed by
Michael Breed & Phillip
Brooks
Chenango Valley CSD Science Department
internal and surface processes
operate at different spatial and
temporal scales to form continental
and ocean-floor features. Emphasis
is on how the appearance of land
features (such as mountains,
valleys, and plateaus) and sea-floor
features (such as trenches, ridges,
and seamounts) are a result of both
constructive processes (such as
volcanism, tectonic uplift, and
deposition) and destructive
processes (such as weathering,
subduction, and coastal erosion).
HS-ESS2.A – Earth Materials &
Systems
SWBAT explain that Earth’s
systems, being dynamic and
interacting, cause feedback effects
that can increase or decrease the
original changes.
HS-ESS2.B – Plate Tectonics &
Large-Scale System Interactions
SWBAT explain that plate tectonics
is the unifying theory that explains
the past and current movements of
the rocks at Earth’s surface and
provides a framework for
SWBAT organize and neatly label
their work.
SWBAT analyze problems by
observing patterns.
WHST.9.12.1 – SWBAT write
arguments focused on plate
tectonics and associated processes.
WHST.9.12.2 – SWBAT write
informative/explanatory texts,
including the narration of historical
events, scientific
procedures/experiments, or technical
processes.
SL.11-12.5 – SWBAT make
strategic use of digital media (e.g.,
textual, graphical, audio, visual, and
interactive elements) in
presentations to enhance
understanding of findings,
reasoning, and evidence and to add
interest.
SBWAT identify, state the various
characteristics of, and locate various
types of tectonic plate boundaries
Subduction Boundaries
Continental Drift
Locating an Epicenter
Indonesian Tsunami
New York State Landscape Regions
The Rock Cycle
Wizard Testmaker software
PowerPoint notes
www.problem-attic.com
Various videos from
iTunes, Netflix, PBS, etc.
www.newyorkscienceteache
r.com
SUNY Oneonta Earth
Science Listserv
Document Camera and
Projector
Smart Board
Safety compass
Ruler
Classroom AS-1
Seismometer
Seismograms
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understanding its geologic history.
Plate movements are responsible
for most continental and ocean-
floor features and for the
distribution of most rocks and
minerals within Earth’s crust.
HS-ESS2.A – Earth Materials
and Systems
SWBAT recognize that Earth’s
systems, being dynamic and
interacting, cause feedback effects
that can increase or decrease the
original changes. Evidence from
deep probes and seismic waves,
reconstructions of historical
changes in Earth’s surface and its
magnetic field, and an
understanding of physical and
chemical processes lead to a model
of Earth with a hot but solid inner
core, a liquid outer core, a solid
mantle and crust. Motions of the
mantle and its plates occur
primarily through thermal
convection, which involves the
cycling of matter due to the
outward flow of energy from
Earth’s interior and gravitational
using page 5 from the Earth Science
Reference Tables.
SWBAT draw and/or recognize the
patterns of convection currents in
the asthenosphere at divergent and
convergent tectonic plate
boundaries.
SWBAT identify and explain the
existence of the landforms
(volcanoes, island arcs, oceanic
trenches, etc.) associated with
convergent, divergent, and
transform tectonic plate boundaries.
SWBAT state the properties of
primary and secondary seismic
waves.
SWBAT calculate the difference in
arrival times of primary and
secondary seismic waves.
SWBAT determine the distance to
the epicenter of an earthquake, using
“Earthquake P-Wave & S-Wave
Travel Time” chart on page 11 of
the Earth Science Reference Tables
and a provided seismogram.
Chenango Valley CSD Science Department
movement of denser materials
toward the interior.
HS-ESS2.B – Plate Tectonics &
Large-Scale System Interactions
SWBAT understand that residual
heat from Earth’s formation and the
radioactive decay of unstable
isotopes in Earth’s interior
continually generate energy that is
absorbed by Earth’s mantle and
crust, driving mantle convection.
Plate tectonics can be viewed as the
surface expression of mantle
convection.
PS4-A: Wave Properties
SWBAT understand how geologists
use seismic waves and their
reflection at interfaces between
layers to probe structures deep in
the planet.
SWBAT correctly draw epicenter
distances from seismometers/cities
on a map to triangulate the location
of an earthquake epicenter.
SWBAT calculate earthquake origin
times and primary and secondary
seismic waves travel times using the
Earth Science Reference Tables.
SWBAT recognize that the
worldwide patterns of earthquakes
and volcanoes correspond to
tectonic plate boundaries.
Date Range
January through early February
Unit Name
Weathering and Erosion (Surface Processes) Content (Outcomes) Skills (Outcomes) Assessment Materials & Texts
Chenango Valley CSD Science Department
HS-ESS2-1 – SWBAT develop a
model to illustrate how Earth’s
internal and surface processes
operate at different spatial and
temporal scales to form continental
and ocean-floor features. Emphasis
is on how the appearance of land
features (such as mountains,
valleys, and plateaus) and sea-floor
features (such as trenches, ridges,
and seamounts) are a result of both
constructive processes (such as
volcanism, tectonic uplift, and
deposition) and destructive
processes (such as weathering,
subduction, and coastal erosion).
HS-ESS2-2 – SWBAT analyze
geoscience data to make the claim
that one change to Earth’s surface
can create feedbacks that cause
changes to Earth’s systems.
Examples of data could also include
descriptions of other system
interactions, such as how the loss of
ground vegetation causes an
increase in water runoff and soil
erosion; how dammed rivers
increase groundwater recharge,
decrease sediment transport, and
HSN-Q.A.3 – SWBAT choose a
level of accuracy appropriate for the
purpose of descriptive modeling.
MP.2 – SWBAT reason abstractly
and quantitatively.
S.1 – SWBAT formulate questions
about themselves and their
surroundings.
S.2 – SWBAT collect data using
observation and surveys, and record
appropriately.
SWBAT determine what will be
measured and how in a laboratory
setting, using appropriate methods
and formulas.
SWBAT organize and neatly label
their work.
SWBAT analyze problems by
observing patterns.
WHST.9.12.1 – SWBAT write
arguments focused on weathering,
erosion, and deposition and all
associated processes.
Tests - all tests throughout the year are
written using the Wizard Testmaker and
problem-attic software, and consist
solely of questions taken from previous
administrations of NYS Earth Science
Regents examinations.
Quizzes - Wizard Testmaker &
problem-attic.com
Homework assignments from textbook
& review book
Test review packets created with
Wizard Testmaker & Problem-Attic
website
Labs –
Weathering of a Sugar Cube/Alka-
Seltzer
Rates of Weathering
Stream Discharge
Drainage Patterns of NYS
Direction of Worldwide Rivers Flow
Sub-Arctic Survival Lab
AMSCO Earth Science -
The Physical Setting
textbook
School-issued iPads &
iTunes U
iPad apps such as Notability
and Safari
Earth Science Reference
Tables
Mill’s Notes Packet
Lab Manual developed by
Michael Breed & Phillip
Brooks
Wizard Testmaker software
PowerPoint notes
www.problem-attic.com
Various videos from
iTunes, Netflix, PBS, etc.
Chenango Valley CSD Science Department
increase coastal erosion; or how the
loss of wetlands causes a decrease
in local humidity that further
reduces the wetland extent.
HS-ESS2-5 – SWBAT plan and
conduct an investigation of the
properties of water and its effects
on Earth materials and surface
processes. Emphasis is on
mechanical and chemical
investigations with water and a
variety of solid materials to provide
the evidence for connections
between the hydrologic cycle and
system interactions commonly
known as the rock cycle. Examples
of mechanical investigations could
include stream transportation
(erosion) and deposition using a
stream table, infiltration and runoff
by measuring permeability and
porosity of different materials, or
frost wedging by the expansion of
water as it freezes. Examples of
chemical investigations could
include chemical weathering and
recrystallization (by testing the
solubility of different materials) or
melt generation (by examining how
WHST.9.12.2 – SWBAT write
informative/explanatory texts,
including the narration of historical
events, scientific
procedures/experiments, or technical
processes.
SL.11-12.5 – SWBAT make
strategic use of digital media (e.g.,
textual, graphical, audio, visual, and
interactive elements) in
presentations to enhance
understanding of findings,
reasoning, and evidence and to add
interest.
www.newyorkscienceteache
r.com
SUNY Oneonta Earth
Science Listserv
Document Camera and
Projector
Smart Board
All necessary lab equipment
to complete labs for this
unit.
Chenango Valley CSD Science Department
water lowers the melting
temperature of most solids).
HS-ESS2-7 – SWBAT construct an
argument based on evidence about
the coevolution of Earth’s systems
and life on Earth. Emphasis is on
the dynamic causes, effects, and
feedbacks between the biosphere
and Earth’s other systems, whereby
geoscience factors control the
evolution of life, which in turn
continuously alters Earth’s surface.
Examples could include how
photosynthetic life altered the
atmosphere through the production
of oxygen, which in turn increased
weathering rates and allowed for
the evolution of animal life; how
microbial life on land increased the
formation of soil, which in turn
allowed for the evolution of land
plants; or how the evolution of
corals created reefs that altered
patterns of erosion and deposition
along coastlines and provided
habitats for the evolution of new
life forms.
Chenango Valley CSD Science Department
SWBAT define and differentiate
between physical weathering and
chemical weathering.
Date Range
Mid-February through March
Unit Name
Meteorology & Climate
Content Skills Assessment Materials & Texts
HS-ESS2-4 – SWBAT use a model
to describe how variations in the
flow of energy into and out of
Earth’s systems result in changes in
climate. [Clarification Statement:
Examples of the causes of climate
change could include those that
differ by timescale, over 1-10 years:
HSN-Q.A.3 – SWBAT choose a
level of accuracy appropriate for the
purpose of descriptive modeling.
MP.2 – SWBAT reason abstractly
and quantitatively.
Tests - all tests throughout the year are
written using the Wizard Testmaker and
problem-attic software, and consist
solely of questions taken from previous
administrations of NYS Earth Science
Regents examinations.
AMSCO Earth Science -
The Physical Setting
textbook
School-issued iPads &
iTunes U
Chenango Valley CSD Science Department
large volcanic eruption, ocean
circulation; 10-100s of years:
changes in human activity, ocean
circulation, solar output; 10-100s of
thousands of years: changes to
Earth's orbit and the orientation of
its axis; and 10-100s of millions of
years: long-term changes in
atmospheric composition and plate
tectonic movement.] [Assessment
Boundary: Assessment of the
results of changes in climate is
limited to changes in surface
temperatures, precipitation patterns,
glacial ice volumes, sea levels, and
biosphere distribution.]
HS-ESS3-5 – SWBAT analyze
geoscience data and the results
from global climate models to make
an evidence-based forecast of the
current rate of global or regional
climate change and associated
future impacts to Earth systems.
[Clarification Statement: Examples
of evidence could include both data
and climate model outputs that are
used to describe climate changes
(such as precipitation and
temperature) and their associated
S.1 – SWBAT formulate questions
about themselves and their
surroundings.
S.2 – SWBAT collect data using
observation and surveys, and record
appropriately.
SWBAT determine what will be
measured and how in a laboratory
setting, using appropriate methods
and formulas.
SWBAT organize and neatly label
their work.
SWBAT analyze problems by
observing patterns.
WHST.9.12.2 – SWBAT write
informative/explanatory texts,
including the narration of historical
events, scientific
procedures/experiments, or technical
processes.
SL.11-12.5 – SWBAT make
strategic use of digital media (e.g.,
textual, graphical, audio, visual, and
interactive elements) in
Quizzes - Wizard Testmaker &
problem-attic.com
Homework assignments from textbook
& review book
Test review packets created with
Wizard Testmaker & Problem-Attic
website
Labs –
Weathering of a Sugar Cube/Alka-
Seltzer
Rates of Weathering
Stream Discharge
Drainage Patterns of NYS
Direction of Worldwide Rivers Flow
Sub-Arctic Survival Lab
iPad apps such as Notability
and Safari
Earth Science Reference
Tables
Mill’s Notes Packet
Lab Manual developed by
Michael Breed & Phillip
Brooks
Wizard Testmaker software
PowerPoint notes
www.problem-attic.com
Various videos from
iTunes, Netflix, PBS, etc.
www.newyorkscienceteache
r.com
SUNY Oneonta Earth
Science Listserv
Document Camera and
Chenango Valley CSD Science Department
impacts (such as on sea level,
glacial ice volumes, or atmosphere
and ocean composition).]
[Assessment Boundary: Assessment
is limited to one example of a
climate change and its associated
impacts.]
HS-ESS2-8 – SWBAT evaluate
data and communicate information
to explain how the movement and
interactions of air masses result in
changes in weather conditions.
[Clarification Statement: Examples
of evidence sources could include
station models, surface weather
maps, satellite images, radar, and
accepted forecast models. Emphasis
should focus on communicating
how the uneven heating of Earth’s
surface and prevailing global winds
drive the movement of air masses
and their corresponding circulation
patterns, the interaction of different
air masses at frontal boundaries,
and resulting weather phenomena.]
[Assessment Boundary: Analysis is
limited to surface weather maps and
general weather patterns associated
with high and low pressure
presentations to enhance
understanding of findings,
reasoning, and evidence and to add
interest.
Projector
Smart Board
All necessary lab equipment
to complete labs for this
unit.
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systems.]
Date Range
April
Unit Name
Astronomy & Earth’s Motions
Content Skills Assessment Materials & Texts
HS-ESS1-1 – SWBAT develop a
model based on evidence to
illustrate the life span of the Sun
and the role of nuclear fusion in the
Sun’s core to release energy that
eventually reaches Earth in the
form of radiation. [Clarification
Statement: Emphasis is on the
energy transfer mechanisms that
allow energy from nuclear fusion in
HSN-Q.A.3 – SWBAT choose a
level of accuracy appropriate for the
purpose of descriptive modeling.
MP.2 – SWBAT reason abstractly
and quantitatively.
S.1 – SWBAT formulate questions
about themselves and their
surroundings.
Tests - all tests throughout the year are
written using the Wizard Testmaker and
problem-attic software, and consist
solely of questions taken from previous
administrations of NYS Earth Science
Regents examinations.
Quizzes - Wizard Testmaker &
problem-attic.com
AMSCO Earth Science -
The Physical Setting
textbook
School-issued iPads &
iTunes U
iPad apps such as Notability
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the Sun’s core to reach Earth.
Examples of evidence for the model
could include observations of the
masses and lifetimes of other stars,
as well as the ways that the Sun’s
radiation varies due to sudden solar
flares (“space weather”), the 11-
year sunspot cycle, and non-cyclic
variations over centuries.]
[Assessment Boundary: Assessment
does not include details of the
atomic and sub-atomic processes
involved with the Sun’s nuclear
fusion.]
HS-ESS1-2 – SWBAT construct an
explanation of the Big Bang theory
based on astronomical evidence of
light spectra, motion of distant
galaxies, and composition of matter
in the universe. [Clarification
Statement: Emphasis is on the
astronomical evidence of the red
shift of light from galaxies as an
indication that the universe is
currently expanding at an
accelerated rate, the cosmic
microwave background as the
remnant radiation from the Big
Bang, and the observed
S.2 – SWBAT collect data using
observation and surveys, and record
appropriately.
SWBAT determine what will be
measured and how in a laboratory
setting, using appropriate methods
and formulas.
SWBAT organize and neatly label
their work.
SWBAT analyze problems by
observing patterns.
WHST.9.12.2 – SWBAT write
informative/explanatory texts,
including the narration of historical
events, scientific
procedures/experiments, or technical
processes.
SL.11-12.5 – SWBAT make
strategic use of digital media (e.g.,
textual, graphical, audio, visual, and
interactive elements) in
presentations to enhance
understanding of findings,
reasoning, and evidence and to add
interest.
Homework assignments from textbook
& review book
Test review packets created with
Wizard Testmaker & Problem-Attic
website
Labs –
Weathering of a Sugar Cube/Alka-
Seltzer
Rates of Weathering
Stream Discharge
Drainage Patterns of NYS
Direction of Worldwide Rivers Flow
Sub-Arctic Survival Lab
and Safari
Earth Science Reference
Tables
Mill’s Notes Packet
Lab Manual developed by
Michael Breed & Phillip
Brooks
Wizard Testmaker software
PowerPoint notes
www.problem-attic.com
Various videos from
iTunes, Netflix, PBS, etc.
www.newyorkscienceteache
r.com
SUNY Oneonta Earth
Science Listserv
Document Camera and
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composition of ordinary matter of
the universe, primarily found in
stars and interstellar gases (from the
spectra of electromagnetic radiation
from stars), which matches that
predicted by the Big Bang theory
(3/4 hydrogen and 1/4 helium).]
HS-ESS1-3 – SWBAT
communicate scientific ideas about
the way stars, over their life cycle,
produce elements. [Clarification
Statement: Emphasis is on how
nucleosynthesis varies as a function
of the mass of a star and the stage
of its lifetime.] [Assessment
Boundary: Details of the many
different nucleosynthesis pathways
for stars of differing masses are not
assessed.]
HSS1-4 – SWBAT use
mathematical or computational
representations to predict the
motion of orbiting objects in the
solar system. [Clarification
Statement: Emphasis is on
Newtonian gravitational laws
governing orbital motions, which
apply to human-made satellites as
Projector
Smart Board
All necessary lab equipment
to complete labs for this
unit.
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well as planets and moons.]
[Assessment Boundary:
Mathematical representations for
the gravitational attraction of bodies
and Kepler’s Laws of orbital
motions should not deal with more
than two bodies, nor involve
calculus.]
HS-ESS1-7 – SWBAT construct an
explanation using evidence to
support the claim that the phases of
the moon, eclipses, tides and
seasons change cyclically.
[Clarification Statement: Emphasis
of the explanation should include
how the relative positions of the
moon in its orbit, Earth, and the
Sun cause different phases, types of
eclipses or strength of tides.
Examples of evidence could include
various representations of relative
positions of the Sun, Earth and
moon.] [Assessment Boundary:
Assessment does not include
mathematical computations to
support explanations but rather
relies on conceptual modeling using
diagrams to show how celestial
bodies interact to create these
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cyclical changes.]
Date Range
Early through mid-May
Unit Name
Earth’s History
Content (Outcomes) Skills (Outcomes) Assessment Materials & Texts
HS-ESS1-5 – SWBAT evaluate
evidence of the past and current
movements of continental and
oceanic crust and the theory of plate
tectonics to explain the ages of
crustal rocks. [Clarification
Statement: Emphasis is on the
HSN-Q.A.3 – SWBAT choose a
level of accuracy appropriate for the
purpose of descriptive modeling.
MP.2 – SWBAT reason abstractly
and quantitatively.
Tests - all tests throughout the year are
written using the Wizard Testmaker and
problem-attic software, and consist
solely of questions taken from previous
administrations of NYS Earth Science
Regents examinations.
AMSCO Earth Science -
The Physical Setting
textbook
School-issued iPads &
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ability of plate tectonics to explain
the ages of crustal rocks. Examples
of evidence could include that the
age of oceanic crust increases with
distance from mid-ocean ridges as a
result of plate spreading and that
the North American continental
crust contains a much older central
ancient core compared to the
surrounding continental crust as a
result of complex and numerous
plate interactions.]
HS-ESS1-6 – SWBAT apply
scientific reasoning and evidence
from ancient Earth materials,
meteorites, and other planetary
surfaces
to construct an account of Earth’s
formation and early history.
[Clarification Statement: Emphasis
is on using available evidence
within the solar system to
reconstruct the early history of
Earth, which formed along with the
rest of the solar system 4.6 billion
years ago. Examples of evidence
could include the absolute ages of
ancient materials (obtained by
S.1 – SWBAT formulate questions
about themselves and their
surroundings.
S.2 – SWBAT collect data using
observation and surveys, and record
appropriately.
SWBAT determine what will be
measured and how in a laboratory
setting, using appropriate methods
and formulas.
SWBAT organize and neatly label
their work.
SWBAT analyze problems by
observing patterns.
WHST.9.12.2 – SWBAT write
informative/explanatory texts,
including the narration of historical
events, scientific
procedures/experiments, or technical
processes.
SL.11-12.5 – SWBAT make
strategic use of digital media (e.g.,
textual, graphical, audio, visual, and
interactive elements) in
Quizzes - Wizard Testmaker &
problem-attic.com
Homework assignments from textbook
& review book
Test review packets created with
Wizard Testmaker & Problem-Attic
website
Labs –
Weathering of a Sugar Cube/Alka-
Seltzer
Rates of Weathering
Stream Discharge
Drainage Patterns of NYS
Direction of Worldwide Rivers Flow
Sub-Arctic Survival Lab
iTunes U
iPad apps such as Notability
and Safari
Earth Science Reference
Tables
Mill’s Notes Packet
Lab Manual developed by
Michael Breed & Phillip
Brooks
Wizard Testmaker software
PowerPoint notes
www.problem-attic.com
Various videos from
iTunes, Netflix, PBS, etc.
www.newyorkscienceteache
r.com
SUNY Oneonta Earth
Chenango Valley CSD Science Department
radiometric dating of meteorites,
moon rocks, and Earth’s rocks and
minerals), the sizes and
compositions of solar system
objects, and the impact cratering
record of planetary surfaces.]
HS-ESS2-1 – SWBAT develop a
model to illustrate how Earth’s
internal and surface processes
operate at different spatial and
temporal scales to form continental
and ocean-floor features.
[Clarification Statement: Emphasis
is on how the appearance of land
features (such as mountains,
valleys, and plateaus) and sea-floor
features (such as trenches, ridges,
and seamounts) are a result of both
constructive processes (such as
volcanism, tectonic uplift, and
deposition) and destructive
processes (such as weathering,
subduction, and coastal erosion).]
[Assessment Boundary: Assessment
does not include recalling the
details of the formation of specific
geographic features of Earth’s
presentations to enhance
understanding of findings,
reasoning, and evidence and to add
interest.
Science Listserv
Document Camera and
Projector
Smart Board
All necessary lab equipment
to complete labs for this
unit.
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surface.]
ESS1.C: The History of Planet Earth
Continental rocks, which can be
older than 4 billion years, are
generally much older than the rocks
of the ocean floor, which are less
than 200 million years old. (HS-
ESS1-5)
Although active geologic processes,
such as plate tectonics and erosion,
have destroyed or altered most of
the very early rock record on Earth,
other objects in the solar system,
such as lunar rocks, asteroids, and
meteorites, have changed little over
billions of years. Studying these
objects can provide information
about Earth’s formation and early
history. (HS-ESS1-6)
PS1.C: Nuclear Processes
Spontaneous radioactive decay
follows a characteristic exponential
decay law allowing an element’s
half-life to be used for radiometric
dating of rocks and other materials.
(secondary to HS-ESS1-
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COMMON CORE Standards for Science: LITERACY (Addendum to Curriculum Maps) READING
Key Idea 1: Read and cite specific evidence from scientific sources to support scientific laws and hypotheses. Make logical inferences and conclusions based on evidence
provided. Inquire about any inconsistencies.
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Key Idea 3: Follow precisely a multistep procedure when carrying out experiment, taking measurements, performing technical
tasks. Analyze the results and compare to information provided in background reading provided prior to the activity.
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Key Idea 4: Determine the meaning of symbols, key terms, and other scientific words and phrases as they are used in specific scientific or technical context.
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Key Idea 7: Integrate and evaluate content presented in diverse formats and media, including visually and quantitatively as well as written information, to answer questions and
solve problems.
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Key Idea 8: Evaluate the hypotheses, data, analysis, and conclusions in a laboratory activity and compare the results to current accepted scientific explanations.
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Key Idea 9: Synthesize information from a range of sources, especially experiments, into an understanding of a process or concept, and provide a coherent conclusion
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*ADD to current Curriculum Maps: COMMON CORE: Literacy Standards (i.e. CC St Reading KI 2, CC St Writing KI 6)
All current lessons, topics, labs can be part of the Common Core as they DO include reading and writing.
5),(secondary to HS-ESS1-6)
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COMMON CORE Standards for Science: LITERACY (Addendum to Curriculum Maps) WRITING
Key Idea 1: Write arguments focused on scientific content
a: Introduce scientific topics, establish significance of the topic, organize logical evidence to support current scientific understandings
c: Use scientific terms and proper syntax to support and clarify evidence to support current scientific understandings
e: Provide a concluding statement that supports the understandings presented
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Key Idea 2: Write informative lab reports including scientific procedures & technical processes used during experiments
a: Introduce a topic and organize complex ideas, concepts and information so that each new element builds on that which precedes it to create a unified whole, include
information from any relevant sources
e: Provide a concluding statement that follows from and supports the information or explanation presented
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Key Idea 6: Use technology to produce, publish, update writing products as new information is introduced about current scientific understandings, especially findings from new
research
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Key Idea 7: Conduct short as well as more sustained research projects to answer a question or solve a problem, synthesize multiple sources on the subject, demonstrating
understanding of the subject under investigation
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Key Idea 8: Gather relevant information from multiple sources, using effective search techniques, to investigate information provided about current scientific understandings
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Key Idea 9: Draw evidence from various sources to support, analyze, research or contradict current scientific understandings
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Key Idea 10: Write routinely over extended time frames a scientific journal about understandings presented in class
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