Content Area: Science

 

Index: 5.3D Grade 8 CPI 4

 

Standard: 5.D - Mathematical Observations

 

Strand: D - Patterns and Algebra

 

Cumulative Progress Indicator: 4 -  The student will use computer spreadsheets, graphing and database applications to assist in quantitative analysis of data.

 

Grade: 8

 

Sample Activities:

 

·       Investigating the Climate System - Precipitation: http://www.nasa.gov/pdf/62321main_ICS_Precipitation.pdf

·       Investigating the Climate System - Winds: http://www.nasa.gov/pdf/62325main_ICS_Winds.pdf

·       Pop Can Hero Engine

·       Rocket Racer

·       3-2-1 Pop!

·       Antacid Tablet Race

·       Paper Rockets

·       Newton Car

·       Balloon Staging

·       Rocket Transportation

·       Bottle Rocket

·       Project X-35

·       Altitude Tracking