Exploring Science: Grade 5 Adventures

Discovering the Amazing World Around Us From Earth's Systems to Life Sciences Let's Investigate Together!

What is Science?

Science is asking questions about the world Making observations and collecting evidence Testing ideas through experiments Sharing discoveries with others

Think Like a Scientist

Look around the classroom Choose something that interests you Write down 3 questions about it Share your questions with a partner

Earth's Amazing Systems

Geosphere: rocks, soil, and landforms Hydrosphere: all the water on Earth Atmosphere: the air around us Biosphere: all living things

Water Cycle in Action

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Quick Check: Weather vs. Climate

What's the difference between weather and climate? Think about: How long does each one last? Discuss with your neighbor for 30 seconds

Plants: Nature's Food Makers

Plants make their own food through photosynthesis They need sunlight, water, and carbon dioxide Oxygen is released as a bonus for us! Plants are the foundation of most food chains

Design a Food Chain

Start with a plant (producer) Add a plant-eating animal (primary consumer) Add a meat-eating animal (secondary consumer) Draw arrows to show energy flow

Matter: States and Changes

Science is Everywhere!

The important thing is not to stop questioning. Curiosity has its own reason for existing. - Albert Einstein