This Week in Biology (Nov 23-25)

 In Biology, Scholars Prep Science - 7th Grade
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Dear Parents and students,

We have been studying the geologic time scale, fossils and the beginning stages of life.  There are so many interesting creatures that have lived on the planet!

I just found out that the science fair will be virtual this year.  That means we will be using powerpoint and video instead of the elaborately decorated boards. Please keep this in mind before you spend the money!

A website has been produced which has all the available information on the Science Fair and STEM Fest for this year. I was told that some people could not view this website but I believe it has been fixed so everyone can see it now.

SCIENCE FAIR WEBSITE
https://sites.google.com/view/science-fair-stem-festival/home

CHOOSE EITHER SCIENCE FAIR OR STEM FESTIVAL:
If you have not done so already, please make sure to do this asap:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeK-FDTdKvFarlgVRU2V6wwaeBv9w2fnrPIJPUJn0losuKa9A/viewform

CHOOSE YOUR TOPIC OR CHALLENGE:

Here is our class schedule for the week:

5.8  Mesozoic Era
Paleo Creature Lab
Choose a creature from either the Paleozoic or the Mesozoic era.  Create an illustration which includes 10-20 facts about the creature and it’s environment.  Make sure to include information about the ecosystem it lived in and the other creatures it lived with.

5.9  Cenozoic Era
Fossil Lab
Research the fossil your table chose.  Split up into groups of 3.  One person should create a powerpoint about the creature (4 slides minimum).  One person should create a painting or detailed drawing of the creature in it’s natural environment.  One person should write a poem or create a song or jingle about the creature.  Your team will present about your creature next Monday.
If you are home based, research a fossil of your choice.  Create a Powerpoint about this creature.  (4 slides minimum)

Wednesday  Half Day (if you have class)
TURKEY Day Drawing
Search to find the ancestry of the modern turkey.  Create an illustration of an ancient ancestor of the Turkey and give a few details about it.

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I would love to hear any feedback or questions you or your student may have.  Feel free to contact me via email at any time.

Thank you again for sharing your wonderful student with us this year,

Chris Newton
Biology
San Tan Charter High School
cnewton@santancharterschool.com