Human Body Systems Research Resources

Follow the links to explore the various body systems.  As a team, create a question you would like to further investigate.  Use the following resources to answer the question and be prepared to share with the class.  When you click on The Virtual Body, please search for the appropriate system being investigated.


The Skeletal System 
Kids Health Video
Sheppards Software
The Virtual Body
Skeletal System Article


The Muscular System
Kids Health Video - Muscular System
Muscle Hustle Game
The Muscular System Article


Cardiovascular/Circulatory System
Kids Health Video - Circulatory System
The Virtual Body
Blood System Animation
The Virtual Heart
The Circulatory System Article


The Respiratory System
Kids Health Video - Respiratory System
The Respiratory System Animation
Respiratory System Game
Respiratory System Article


General Information
Wonderopolis

Coordinate Planes and Ordered Pairs

To review for your assessment, click on the following links to practice plotting points, identifying points, and examining the relationship between coordinate pairs.

Plot Points

Identify and Name Points

Relationship Between Coordinate Pairs

What's the Point?

Locate the Aliens

Coordinate Grid Games

Gravity and Weight

Mass is the amount of space an object takes up.  We know that an object's mass does not change, but it's weight can change depending on the gravitational pull.  The greater the gravitational pull, the greater the weight.  Because there is micro-gravity in space, it is difficult for astronauts to exercise their muscles, since weights are virtually weightless.  But it is very important for astronauts to do resistance exercise to strengthen muscles.

Follow the link to explore how much you would weigh on other planets and moons.


http://www.exploratorium.edu/ronh/weight/

Musculoskeletal Systems

This week, we have begun learning about the many different systems that work together to create the human body.  Log onto Discovery Education and watch the videos that are assigned to you:

Skeletal & Muscular Systems
The Nervous System

Click on the links below to watch the Study Jams videos on each system.

Skeletal System

Muscular System

Nervous System

Cells

As part of Literacy Centers this week, log onto Discovery Education and watch the following video clips that have been assigned to you:

Cells Working Together
Multicellular Organisms
One-Celled Organisms

Along with the DE videos, click on the following links to watch the Study Jams that go along with our unit of study.

The Human Body

Plant Cells

Animal Cells

Two-Dimensional Figures

We have been discussing classifying polygons based on attributes.  The following videos will be a re-enforcement of previous lessons.

Triangles

Classifying Triangles

Quadrilaterals

Classifying Quadrilaterals

Polygons

Classify Polygons

Ecosystems Resources

Ecosystems Resources for Fifth Grade

Food Chain Game:

http://www.sheppardsoftware.com/content/animals/kidscorner/games/foodchaingame.htm

Study Jams – Ecosystems

http://studyjams.scholastic.com/studyjams/jams/science/ecosystems/ecosystems.htm

Study Jams – Biomes

http://studyjams.scholastic.com/studyjams/jams/science/ecosystems/biomes.htm

Study Jams – Food Chains

http://studyjams.scholastic.com/studyjams/jams/science/ecosystems/food-chains.htm

Study Jams – Food Webs

http://studyjams.scholastic.com/studyjams/jams/science/ecosystems/food-webs.htm

Study Jams – Aquatic Ecosystems

http://studyjams.scholastic.com/studyjams/jams/science/ecosystems/aquatic-ecosystems.htm

Study Jams – Photosynthesis

http://studyjams.scholastic.com/studyjams/jams/science/plants/photosynthesis.htm

Study Jams – Symbiosis

http://studyjams.scholastic.com/studyjams/jams/science/ecosystems/symbiosis.htm

Study Jams – The Kingdoms of Life

http://studyjams.scholastic.com/studyjams/jams/science/animals/kingdoms-of-life.htm

Study Jams – Changes in Ecosystems

http://studyjams.scholastic.com/studyjams/jams/science/ecosystems/changes-ecosystems.htm

Study Jams – Population Growth

http://studyjams.scholastic.com/studyjams/jams/science/ecosystems/population-growth.htm

Ecosystems Glogster

http://jeffreygarcia.edu.glogster.com/ecosystems-4808/

Discovery Education

·         Real World  Science – Ecosystems and Biomes

·         TLC Elementary School:  People and the Environment

·         Ecosystems:  Nature in Balance

Big Universe

·         Inside Ecosystems and Biomes

·         What are Food Chains and Webs?

·         How Ecosystems Work

Decimal Center Activities

This week, you will practice rounding decimals.
After you have completed the activities, record your thoughts in your math journal.

Which activity did you like the most?
Which was most helpful?  Why?

Decimals Scooter Quest

Learn Zillion

Comparing Decimals

Powers of Ten

What happens to whole numbers and decimals when we multiply or divide by powers of ten?  Watch the videos below.

Learn Zillion

Multiply Whole Numbers and Decimals by Powers of 10

Divide Decimals by Powers of 10

Decimal Place Value

Let's have fun with decimals!  Click on the following links to enjoy some decimal games and activities.  When complete, answer the following question in your math journal.  Your answer should include complete sentences, capital letters, and proper punctuation.

How have these activities helped me to understand decimal place value?


Scooter Quest Decimal Place Value

Study Jams Decimal Place Value
Be sure to test yourself at the end of the video.  In your journal, record your percentage correct.

Challenge:
Comparing Decimals

Long Division Practice

This week, you will review long division, step-by-step.  The following links will help you to remember the steps, as well as provide additional practice.

Steps to Long Division

Snork's Long Division

Study Jams - Double Digit Division

Partial Quotients Strategy

Here is another strategy you can use to divide 4-digit dividends by 2-digit divisors.

Educreations - Partial Quotients

Division using Rectangle Sections

Click on the link below to view a video on using rectangle sections to divide a 4-digit dividend by a 2-digit divisor.

Show Me Division

Multiplication Strategies

Here is an anchor chart for different multiplication strategies.  We will be having an assessment this Wednesday on multiplication and division.

Food Chain Game

Enjoy showing what you know about how energy flows from one organism to another.

Food Chain Game

Multiplication Fluency

This is a great game to practice multiplication facts.  Be quick!  Be precise!

Quick Flash Multiplication

Center Activities for Multiplication

For those who still need practice with multiplication using the standard algorithm, please view the following videos.  Be sure you have your math journal to take notes and record the examples.  

Learn Zillion Standard Algorithm

Khan Academy Standard Algorithm

Standard Algorithm for Multiplication

Here is what you guys have been waiting for - the standard algorithm!  Enjoy!

Standard Algorithm

Partial Products or Expanded Notation Models for Multiplication

Another model to multiply multi-digit whole numbers is Partial Products or Expanded Notation. Watch the video below.  You will need to understand and know how to use this model in order to make an informed decision about which methods works best for you.

Partial Products

Rectangle Sections or Area Model for Multiplication

View the following video to refresh your memory of rectangle sections or area model for multiplication.

Rectangle Sections Model

Ecosystems

Here are a few Study Jams videos to begin our Ecosystems Unit.  Pay attention to the difference between ecosystems and biomes.

Ecosystems

Biomes

Multiplying Multi-Digit Whole Numbers

Today in centers, you have the opportunity to visit one or all of the following sites to practice multiplying whole numbers:

http://mrnussbaum.com/grade5standards/514-2

http://www.prongo.com/math/multiplication.html

http://www.softschools.com/math/multiplication/2_digit_multiplication/2_digit_by_2_digit_multiplication/

Fractions Review

During our review today, you will need to access the following games.  Have fun!

Uncommon Denominators



Convert Improper Fractions to Mixed Numbers

Motion and Design Resources

Simple Machines

www.edheads.org/activities/simple-machines/index.shtml

Forces and Motion (all videos)

www.studyjams.com

Physics Simulations

http://phet.colorado.edu/en/simulation/forces-and-motion-basics

http://phet.colorado.edu/en/simulation/energy-skate-park-basics

http://phet.colorado.edu/en/simulation/moving-man

http://phet.colorado.edu/en/simulation/energy-skate-park

http://phet.colorado.edu/en/simulation/forces-and-motion

http://phet.colorado.edu/en/simulation/ramp-forces-and-motion

http://www.bbc.co.uk/schools/scienceclips/ages/10_11/forces_action.shtml

http://www.bbc.co.uk/schools/scienceclips/ages/6_7/forces_movement.shtml

http://www.bbc.co.uk/schools/scienceclips/ages/8_9/friction.shtml

Bill Nye Videos

http://www.quietyoutube.com/watch?v=6v8zkEwiEQM

Physics 4 Kids

http://www.physics4kids.com/files/motion_intro.html

Amusement Park Physics

http://www.learner.org/interactives/parkphysics/

Big Universe

http://www.biguniverse.com/

           All About Energy

           All About Mechanical Engineering

           Investigating Forces and Motion

           Isaac Newton and the Laws of the Universe

Physical and Chemical Changes

http://studyjams.scholastic.com/studyjams/jams/science/matter/changes-of-matter.htm

BrainPop

http://www.brainpop.com/

           Science

           Motions, Forces, & Time

               

Discovery Ed

http://www.discoveryeducation.com/

Explore the activities that have been assigned 

Wrap it Up

We have had a ball this quarter learning about the motion of objects.  Click on the link below to explore the concepts in the context of an amusement park.  Strap in and hold onto the handlebars!  Enjoy the ride!

Park Physics

Propellers

How does the addition of a propeller affect the motion of our vehicle?  How does a propeller work?  Build your background knowledge by reading the attached article.

Propellers

How Do Helicopters Work?

Did you ever want to know how helicopters work?  Watch this video to see a human-powered helicopter in action!  Are you up for this challenge?!

How do helicopters work?

Newton's Three Laws of Motion

Every object's motions follow Newton's Three Laws of Motion.

Newton's 1st Law of Motion

Newton's 2nd Law of Motion

Newton's 3rd Law of Motion

Gravity & Inertia

Believe it or not, if we lived on the moon, we would weigh much less.  Why?  Because of gravity.  Gravity is the measurement of the gravity's force on an object.  There is less gravity on the moon, therefore, gravity's force on us would be less on the moon than on Earth.

Gravity & Inertia

Force & Motion

To get an object moving, you need force.  But how do we get it to stop?  That requires force too!

Force & Motion

Energy & Matter

We are learning about potential and kinetic energy.  In our rubber band investigation, when did your vehicle have potential energy?  When did it have kinetic energy?  Watch this video to refresh your memory:

Energy & Matter

Missing Dimension

If you were given the volume of a rectangular prism, how would you determine the missing dimension?  Watch this video to find out.


Missing Dimension

Simple Machines

Boy did we have fun learning about simple machines!  Continue to explore to build background knowledge for our Motion and Design Unit.

Simple Machines

Formula for Volume

You have worked very hard in the past few days to discover the formula for finding volume. Congratulations!  The video below shows how to use the formula to calculate volume.  Use it to practice.

Volume

Cube Nets

In class, we have been finding the volume of  three-dimensional objects.  But what makes a three-dimensional figure?  After working with your partner to determine which of the nets will form a cube, click on the link below to see if you were correct.  Explore and have fun!

Cube Nets

Volume

In previous grades, you learned how to measure the area and perimeter of two-dimensional figures.  Volume is the measurement of the amount of space a three-dimensional object occupies.  Watch the following video as an introduction to volume.  At this time, we will not learn about the traditional algorithm for calculating volume, but we will discover the volume of shapes.

Understanding Volume

Dividing Whole Numbers by Unit Fractions

In class today, you learned how to divide whole numbers by unit fractions.  You were rock stars!!!  Please remember when solving word problems, write out the equation, and then label your answer.

Divide Whole Numbers by Unit Fractions

Dividing Unit Fractions by Whole Numbers

Now that you are a master at multiplying fractions and mixed numbers, lets try dividing unit fractions by whole numbers.  Watch the video below to see a visual representation dividing fractions by whole numbers.

Divide Fractions by Whole Numbers

Weather Resources

Here is a list of resources for your review before the assessment on Friday.  Happy Studying!

Study Resources for Weather Systems

Clouds

•   http://www.tooter4kids.com/weather/skyfullofclouds.htm

•   http://urbanext.illinois.edu/treehouse/clouds.cfm?Slide=1

•  http://www.atmosphere.mpg.de/enid/5e20563d385a23bbdda9ce9a07ab3874,0/1__Clouds/-_Cloud_types_25q.html

•   http://studyjams.scholastic.com/studyjams/jams/science/weather-and-climate/clouds-and-precipitation.htm

Water Cycle

•   http://www.kidzone.ws/water/

•   http://dnr.wi.gov/org/caer/ce/eek/earth/groundwater/watercycle.htm

•   http://www.epa.gov/safewater/kids/flash/flash_watercycle.html

•   http://studyjams.scholastic.com/studyjams/jams/science/weather-and-climate/water-cycle.htm

Air Pressure

•   http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7_yf-iRf8Vc&feature=related

•   http://teacher.scholastic.com/activities/wwatch/pdfs/investigate.pdf

•   http://kids.earth.nasa.gov/archive/air_pressure/index.html

•   http://urbanext.illinois.edu/treehouse/activity_pressure.cfm

•   http://studyjams.scholastic.com/studyjams/jams/science/weather-and-climate/air-pressure-and-wind.htm

Winds & Fronts

•   http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G7Ewqm0YHUI

•   http://ww2010.atmos.uiuc.edu/(Gl)/guides/mtr/fcst/tmps/hl.rxml

•   http://cde.nwc.edu/SCI2108/course_documents/earth_moon/earth/weather/airmasses.htm

•   http://eo.ucar.edu/kids/sky/air5.htm

•   http://studyjams.scholastic.com/studyjams/jams/science/weather-and-climate/air-masses-and-fronts.htm

Weather Instruments

•   www.weatherwizkids.com/weather-instruments.htm

•   http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9rBVyASNLxM&feature=related

•   http://studyjams.scholastic.com/studyjams/jams/science/weather-and-climate/weather-instruments.htm

Elevation & Temperature

•   http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7_yf-iRf8Vc&feature=related

•   http://tehescmarts.edu.glogster.com/why-the-weather/

•   http://www.kidsgeo.com/geography-for-kids/0048-temperature-effects-on-atmosphere.php

Uneven heating of Earth’s surface & Methods of Heat Transfer

•   http://www.wisc-online.com/Objects/ViewObject.aspx?ID=sce304

•   http://www.kidsgeo.com/geography-for-kids/0078-our-atmosphere-transfers-heat.php

•   http://studyjams.scholastic.com/studyjams/jams/science/energy-light-sound/heat.htm

•   http://www.teachertube.com/viewVideo.php?video_id=159713

Reason for the Seasons (Earth’s Tilt)

•   http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MjDqhLUzCpE&feature=related

•   www.kidsgeo.com/geography-for-kids/0018-the-rotation-of-the-earth.php

•   http://urbanext.illinois.edu/treehouse/activities.cfm

•   www.youtube.com/watch?v=taHTA7S_JGk

•   www.kidsgeo.com/geography-for-kids/0017B-reasons-for-the-four-seasons.php

•   http://studyjams.scholastic.com/studyjams/jams/science/weather-and-climate/seasons.htm

Discovery Education Board

Log into Discovery Education and go to your assignments.

http://www.discoveryeducation.com/

username: wcp + lunch number (no spaces or symbols)

password: lunch number

Multiplying Mixed Numbers by Mixed Numbers

Boy was our brain stretched today!  This is the video we watched in class to help us multiply mixed numbers by mixed numbers.

Multiplying Mixed Numbers by Mixed Numbers

The Water Cycle

You have done at least 2 water cycle investigations at home.  Can you determine which investigations involved evaporation?  In which investigation did you observe condensation?  What have you learned about the water cycle?  The following video reinforces what you have learned in class.

The Water Cycle

Multiplying Fractions by Fractions

Multiplying fractions by fractions can be fun!  But what can be challenging is showing a visual representation. Watch the following video to learn how.

Multiplying fractions by fractions using visual representations

Subtract Mixed Numbers with Unlike Denominators

Sometimes, subtracting mixed numbers involves ungrouping.  This is similar to other subtraction problems.   Please be careful and DO NOT switch the fractions.

Subtract Mixed Numbers Unlike Denominators

Adding Mixed Numbers with Unlike Denominators

Confused about mixed numbers?  No worries!  Mixed numbers are fractions that are greater than 1.  Watch this video to learn how to solve this problem:

2 1/2 + 1 2/3 = ?

Add Mixed Numbers Unlike Denominators

Subtracting Fractions with Unlike Denominators

What is 3/4 - 2/3?  Something wrong?  Can't solve this problem?  You're correct!  You cannot solve this problem because the denominators are not the same.  Watch the video to learn how to solve this problem.

Subtract Fractions Unlike Denominators

Adding Fractions with Unlike Denominators

What is 1/2 +3/5?   Something wrong?  You're correct!  You cannot solve this problem because the denominators are not the same.  Watch the video to learn how to add these two fractions.  

Adding Fractions Unlike Denominators

Interpret Fractions - Number Lines

Interpreting fractions as division of the numerator by the denominator (a divided by b= a/b) has been the focus of our lessons this week.  Today you used number lines to do this.  The following video takes you through another example.

Number Lines

Weather Instruments

Meteorologists use weather instruments to collect weather data.  This quarter, you will become meteorologists using weather instruments to collect weather data.  You will use that data to notice patterns and predict weather.  Watch this video to refresh your memory about the instruments used by meteorologists.

Weather Instruments

Interpreting Fractions as Division

I hope you enjoyed the lesson today.  Here is a video to reinforce this concept of looking fractions as a way to divide a numerator by a denominator to solve problems.  

Fractions

Circulatory and Cardiovascular System

Can you find your pulse?  Place your right hand in the center of your chest.  Move your hand an inch or two to your left.  What do you feel?  Watch this video to find out what is going on inside your chest.

Circulatory System

Parentheses

Do parentheses make a difference when solving a problem using order of operations?  Do they change the value of an expression?  Watch this video to find out.

Parentheses

Resources for Human Body Systems

Cells

http://biology4kids.com

http://dsc.discovery.com/videos/assignment-discovery-shorts-the-cell.html

Skeletal System

http://www.sheppardsoftware.com/health/anatomy/skeleton/Skeleton_tutorial.htm

http://kidshealth.org/PageManager.jsp?lic=1&article_set=59294&cat_id=20607

Muscular System

http://kidshealth.org/PageManager.jsp?lic=1&article_set=59302&cat_id=20607

Nervous System

http://www.e-learningforkids.org/Courses/Liquid_Animation/Body_Parts/Brain/index.html

http://kidshealth.org/PageManager.jsp?lic=1&article_set=59295&cat_id=20607

Circulatory/Cardiovascular System

http://kidshealth.org/PageManager.jsp?lic=1&article_set=59298&cat_id=20607

Respiratory System

http://www.e-learningforkids.org/Courses/Liquid_Animation/Body_Parts/Respiratory_System/index.html

Digestive System

http://www.sheppardsoftware.com/health/anatomy/digestion/digestion_tutorial.htm

http://kidshealth.org/PageManager.jsp?lic=1&article_set=59299&cat_id=20607

http://kidshealth.org/PageManager.jsp?lic=1&article_set=59257&cat_id=20607

General Resources

www.biguniverse.com

http://studyjams.scholastic.com/studyjams/jams/science/index.htm

http://mathsciencesces5.blogspot.com

Notes, Vocabulary Sheets, Anticipation Guides