Science
Wolf Jeopardy provided by International Wolf Center
- Use as a pre-assessment or post-assessment.
- Click here for Jeopardy.ppt
- Use this link to play Kahoot.it about common wolf myths
- Use this document to provide explanations for answers
- Don't have access to technology, have individuals have a "false" side of the room and a "truth" side of the room. The middle can be the "unsure" section. Say each prompt on the document and individuals move the corresponding side of the room.
- NGSS MS-LS4-5 Gather and synthesize information about the technologies that have changed the way humans influence the inheritance of desired traits in organisms.
- NGSS MS-LS2-4 Construct an argument supported by empirical evidence that changes to physical or biological components of an ecosystem affect populations.
- NGSS MS-LS2-5 Evaluate competing design solutions for maintaining biodiversity and ecosystem services.
- NGSS MS-ETS1-1 Define the criteria and constraints of a design problem with sufficient precision to ensure a successful solution, taking into account relevant scientific principles and potential impacts on people and the natural environment that may limit possible solutions.
- NGSS 5-LS2-1 Develop a model to describe the movement of matter among plants, animals, decomposers, and the environment.
- NGSS MS-LS2-4 Construct an argument supported by empirical evidence that changes to physical or biological components of an ecosystem affect populations.
- NGSS HS-LS2-6 Evaluate the claims, evidence, and reasoning that the complex interactions in ecosystems maintain relatively consistent numbers and types of organisms in stable conditions, but changing conditions may result in a new ecosystem.
- NGSS MS-LS2-5 Evaluate competing design solutions for maintaining biodiversity and ecosystem services.
- NGSS MS-LS2-1 Analyze and interpret data to provide evidence for the effects of resource availability on organisms and populations of organisms in an ecosystem.
- WI Social Studies B.8.10 Analyze examples of conflict, cooperation, and interdependence among groups, societies, or nations
- NGSS MS-LS2-2 Construct an explanation that predicts patterns of interactions among organisms across multiple ecosystems.
- NGSS MS-LS2-3 Develop a model to describe the cycling of matter and flow of energy among living and nonliving parts of an ecosystem.
- NGSS MS-LS2-4 Construct an argument supported by empirical evidence that changes to physical or biological components of an ecosystem affect populations.
- NGSS HS-LS2-6 Evaluate the claims, evidence, and reasoning that the complex interactions in ecosystems maintain relatively consistent numbers and types of organisms in stable conditions, but changing conditions may result in a new ecosystem.
- NGSS MS-LS2-4 Construct an argument supported by empirical evidence that changes to physical or biological components of an ecosystem affect populations
- NGSS HS-LS2-6 Evaluate the claims, evidence, and reasoning that the complex interactions in ecosystems maintain relatively consistent numbers and types of organisms in stable conditions, but changing conditions may result in a new ecosystem.
- NGSS MS-LS2-1 Analyze and interpret data to provide evidence for the effects of resource availability on organisms and populations of organisms in an ecosystem.
- NGSS MS-LS2-2 Construct an explanation that predicts patterns of interactions among organisms across multiple ecosystems.
- NGSS MS-LS1-4 Use argument based on empirical evidence and scientific reasoning to support an explanation for how characteristic animal behaviors and specialized plant structures affect the probability of successful reproduction of animals and plants respectively.
- NGSS HS-LS2-8 Evaluate the evidence for the role of the group behavior on individual and species’ chances to survive and reproduce.
- NGSS MS-LS2-1 Analyze and interpret data to provide evidence for the effects of resource availability on organisms and populations of organisms in an ecosystem.
- NGSS MS-LS2-4 Construct an argument supported by empirical evidence that changes to physical or biological components of an ecosystem affect populations.
- NGSS MS-LS1-5 Construct a scientific explanation based on evidence for how environmental and genetic factors influence the growth of organisms.
- NGSS MS-LS2-4 Construct an argument supported by empirical evidence that changes to physical or biological components of an ecosystem affect populations.
- NGSS MS-LS4-2 Apply scientific ideas to construct an explanation for the anatomical similarities and differences among modern organisms and between modern and fossil organisms to infer evolutionary relationships
- CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RST.6-8.2 Determine the central ideas or conclusions of a text; provide an accurate summary of the text distinct from prior knowledge or opinions.
- NGSS 5-LS2-1 Develop a model to describe the movement of matter among plants, animals, decomposers, and the environment.
- NGSS MS-LS2-1 Analyze and interpret data to provide evidence for the effects of resource availability on organisms and populations of organisms in an ecosystem
- NGSS MS-LS2-1 Analyze and interpret data to provide evidence for the effects of resource availability on organisms and populations of organisms in an ecosystem.
- NGSS HS-LS2-1 Use mathematical and/or computational representations to support explanations of factors that affect carrying capacity.
- NGSS MS-LS2-4 Construct an argument supported by empirical evidence that changes to physical or biological components of an ecosystem affect populations.
- NGSS HS-LS1-2 Develop and use a model to illustrate the hierarchical organization of interacting systems that provide specific functions within multicellular organisms.
- NGSS MS-LS1-5 Construct a scientific explanation based on evidence for how environmental and genetic factors influence the growth of organisms.
- NGSS HS-LS2-8 Evaluate the evidence for the role of the group behavior on individual and species’ chances to survive and reproduce.
- NGSS MS-ESS3-3 Apply scientific principles to design a method for monitoring and minimizing a human impact on the environment.
- NGSS MS-ETS1-1 Define the criteria and constraints of a design problem with sufficient precision to ensure a successful solution, taking into account relevant scientific principles and potential impacts on people and the natural environment that may limit possible solutions.
- NGSS HS-LS2-7 Design, evaluate, and refine a solution for reducing the impacts of human activities on the environment and biodiversity.
- NGSS MS-ESS3-3 Apply scientific principles to design a method for monitoring and minimizing a human impact on the environment.
- NGSS MS-LS2-5 Evaluate competing design solutions for maintaining biodiversity and ecosystem services.
- NGSS MS-ETS1-1 Define the criteria and constraints of a design problem with sufficient precision to ensure a successful solution, taking into account relevant scientific principles and potential impacts on people and the natural environment that may limit possible solutions.
- NGSS HS-LS2-7 Design, evaluate, and refine a solution for reducing the impacts of human activities on the environment and biodiversity.
Literacy
Fact and Opinion provided by International Wolf Center, 10 July 2017.
- CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RST.6-8.8 Distinguish among facts, reasoned judgment based on research findings, and speculation in a text.
- CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RST.6-8.7 Integrate quantitative or technical information expressed in words in a text with a version of that information expressed visually (e.g., in a flowchart, diagram, model, graph, or table)
- CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.W.6-8.9 Draw evidence from literary or informational texts to support analysis, reflection, and research.
- CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.SL.6-8.4 Present claims and findings, sequencing ideas logically and using pertinent descriptions, facts, and details to accentuate main ideas or themes; use appropriate eye contact, adequate volume, and clear pronunciation.
- WI Social Studies: C.8.7 Locate, organize, and use relevant information to understand an issue of public concern, take a position, and advocate the position in a debate
- CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.W.6-8.9 Draw evidence from literary or informational texts to support analysis, reflection, and research.
- CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RL.6-8.9 Compare and contrast texts in different forms or genres (e.g., stories and poems; historical novels and fantasy stories) in terms of their approaches to similar themes and topics.
- WI Social Studies: E.8.10 Explain how language, art, music, beliefs, and other components of culture can further global understanding or cause misunderstanding
- CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RL.6-8.9 Compare and contrast texts in different forms or genres (e.g., stories and poems; historical novels and fantasy stories) in terms of their approaches to similar themes and topics.
- CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.SL.6-8.2 Interpret information presented in diverse media and formats (e.g., visually, quantitatively, orally) and explain how it contributes to a topic, text, or issue under study.
- CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.W.6-8.9 Draw evidence from literary or informational texts to support analysis, reflection, and research.
- WI Social Studies: E.8.10 Explain how language, art, music, beliefs, and other components of culture can further global understanding or cause misunderstanding
- WI Social Studies: E.8.10 Explain how language, art, music, beliefs, and other components of culture can further global understanding or cause misunderstanding
- CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RL.6.2 Determine a theme or central idea of a text and how it is conveyed through particular details; provide a summary of the text distinct from personal opinions or judgments. (Similar standard in grades 7/8)
- CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RL.6.9 Compare and contrast texts in different forms or genres (e.g., stories and poems; historical novels and fantasy stories) in terms of their approaches to similar themes and topics. (Similar standard in grades 7/8)
- WI Social Studies: E.8.10 Explain how language, art, music, beliefs, and other components of culture can further global understanding or cause misunderstanding
- CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RL.6.2 Determine a theme or central idea of a text and how it is conveyed through particular details; provide a summary of the text distinct from personal opinions or judgments. (Similar standard in grades 7/8)
- CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RL.6.9 Compare and contrast texts in different forms or genres (e.g., stories and poems; historical novels and fantasy stories) in terms of their approaches to similar themes and topics. (Similar standard in grades 7/8)
- CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.W.8.8 Gather relevant information from multiple print and digital sources, using search terms effectively; assess the credibility and accuracy of each source; and quote or paraphrase the data and conclusions of others while avoiding plagiarism and following a standard format for citation. (Similar Standard in grades 6-10).
- WI Social Studies: E.8.10 Explain how language, art, music, beliefs, and other components of culture can further global understanding or cause misunderstanding
- WI Social Studies: E.12.7 Use scientific methods to assess the influence of media on people's behavior and decisions
- CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RL.6/7/8.1 Cite textual evidence to support analysis of what the text says explicitly as well as inferences drawn from the text.
- CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.W.9-12.2 Write informative/explanatory texts to examine and convey complex ideas, concepts, and information clearly and accurately through the effective selection, organization, and analysis of content.
- After learning about wolves, use this to develop creative writing about wolf biology and ecology.
- CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.WHST.6-8.1 Write arguments focused on discipline-specific content.
- CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.WHST.6-8.9 Draw evidence from informational texts to support analysis, reflection, and research.
Math
Deer Predation or Starvation provided by Wolf Quest, 23 June 2017.
- MS-LS2-1 Analyze and interpret data to provide evidence for the effects of resource availability on organisms and populations of organisms in an ecosystem.
- CCSS.MATH.CONTENT.6.SP.B.4 Display numerical data in plots on a number line, including dot plots, histograms, and box plots.
- CCSS.MATH.CONTENT.6.SP.B.5 Summarize numerical data sets in relation to their context.
- MS-LS2-1 Analyze and interpret data to provide evidence for the effects of resource availability on organisms and populations of organisms in an ecosystem.
- CCSS.MATH.CONTENT.6.SP.B.5 Summarize numerical data sets in relation to their context.
- WI Social Studies B.8.9 Explain the need for laws and policies to regulate science and technology
- CCSS.MATH.CONTENT.6.SP.B.5 Summarize numerical data sets in relation to their context.
- CCSS.MATH.CONTENT.7.SP.A.1 Understand that statistics can be used to gain information about a population by examining a sample of the population; generalizations about a population from a sample are valid only if the sample is representative of that population. Understand that random sampling tends to produce representative samples and support valid inferences.
- CCSS.MATH.CONTENT.8.SP.A.1 Construct and interpret scatter plots for bivariate measurement data to investigate patterns of association between two quantities. Describe patterns such as clustering, outliers, positive or negative association, linear association, and nonlinear association.
- CCSS.MATH.CONTENT.6.NS.B.2 Fluently divide multi-digit numbers using the standard algorithm.
- CCSS.MATH.CONTENT.6.NS.B.3 Fluently add, subtract, multiply, and divide multi-digit decimals using the standard algorithm for each operation.
- MS-ETS1-1 Define the criteria and constraints of a design problem with sufficient precision to ensure a successful solution, taking into account relevant scientific principles and potential impacts on people and the natural environment that may limit possible solutions.
- WI Social Studies C.8.7 Locate, organize, and use relevant information to understand an issue of public concern, take a position, and advocate the position in a debate
- These formulas can be used for various standards. Please read the notes provided on the page. These are only examples of exponential growth.
Social Studies
Wolf Dollars & Sense provided by International Wolf Center, 7 July 2017.
- WI Social StudiesC.8.7 Locate, organize, and use relevant information to understand an issue of public concern, take a position, and advocate the position in a debate
- WI Social Studies: B.8.10 Analyze examples of conflict, cooperation, and interdependence among groups, societies, or nations
- WI Social Studies: B.8.9 Explain the need for laws and policies to regulate science and technology
- WI Social Studies: C.12.10 Identify ways people may participate effectively in community affairs and the political process
- WI Social Studies: B.8.9 Explain the need for laws and policies to regulate science and technology
- WI Social Studies B.8.10 Analyze examples of conflict, cooperation, and interdependence among groups, societies, or nations
- WI Social Studies E.8.11 Explain how beliefs and practices, such as ownership of property or status at birth, may lead to conflict among people of different regions or cultures and give examples of such conflicts that have and have not been resolved
- WI Social Stuides: A.8.1 Use a variety of geographic representations, such as political, physical, and topographic maps, a globe, aerial photographs, and satellite images, to gather and compare information about a place
- NGSS MS-LS2-1 Analyze and interpret data to provide evidence for the effects of resource availability on organisms and populations of organisms in an ecosystem.
- NGSS MS-LS2-2 Construct an explanation that predicts patterns of interactions among organisms across multiple ecosystems.
- NGSS HS-LS2-1 Use mathematical and/or computational representations to support explanations of factors that affect carrying capacity.
- WI Social Studies: B.8.9 Explain the need for laws and policies to regulate science and technology
- NGSS MS-LS2-4 Construct an argument supported by empirical evidence that changes to physical or biological components of an ecosystem affect populations.
- WI Social Studies: A.8.5 Identify and compare the natural resource bases of different states and regions in the United States and elsewhere in the world, using a statistical atlas, aerial photographs, satellite images, and computer databases
- NGSS MS-LS2-1 Analyze and interpret data to provide evidence for the effects of resource availability on organisms and populations of organisms in an ecosystem.
- WI Social Studies: B.8.10 Analyze examples of conflict, cooperation, and interdependence among groups, societies, or nations
- WI Social Studies: C.8.7 Locate, organize, and use relevant information to understand an issue of public concern, take a position, and advocate the position in a debate
- NGSS HS-LS2-7 Design, evaluate, and refine a solution for reducing the impacts of human activities on the environment and biodiversity.
- NGSS HS-LS4-5 Evaluate the evidence supporting claims that changes in environmental conditions may results in (1) increases in the number of individuals of some species (2)the emergence of new species over time, and (3)the extinction of other species.
- WI Social Studies C.12.8 Locate, organize, analyze, and use information from various sources to understand an issue of public concern, take a position, and communicate the position
- WI Social Studies C.12.14 Explain and analyze how different political and social movements have sought to mobilize public opinion and obtain governmental support in order to achieve their goals
- NGSS MS-ETS1-1 Define the criteria and constraints of a design problem with sufficient precision to ensure a successful solution, taking into account relevant scientific principles and potential impacts on people and the natural environment that may limit possible solutions.
- WI Social Studies C.8/12.7 Locate, organize, and use relevant information to understand an issue of public concern, take a position, and advocate the position in a debate or communicate that position.
- NGSS HS-LS2-7 Design, evaluate, and refine a solution for reducing the impacts of human activities on the environment and biodiversity.
- WI Social Studies A.12.9 Identify and analyze cultural factors, such as human needs, values, ideals, and public policies, that influence the design of places, such as an urban center, an industrial park, a public project, or a planned neighborhood
- WI Social Studies E.12.9 Defend a point of view related to an ethical issue such as genetic engineering, declaring conscientious objector status, or restricting immigration
- WI Social Studies C.8.8 Identify ways in which advocates participate in public policy debates
- WI Social Studies C.12.9 Identify and evaluate the means through which advocates influence public policy
- WI Social Studies C.12.10 Identify ways people may participate effectively in community affairs and the political process
- WI Social Studies C.12.11 Evaluate the ways in which public opinion can be used to influence and shape public policy
- WI Social Studies C.8/12.8 Locate, organize, analyze, and use information from various sources to understand an issue of public concern, take a position, and communicate the position
- WI Social Studies A.12.9 Identify and analyze cultural factors, such as human needs, values, ideals, and public policies, that influence the design of places, such as an urban center, an industrial park, a public project, or a planned neighborhood
- WI Social Studies C.8.7 Locate, organize, and use relevant information to understand an issue of public concern, take a position, and advocate the position in a debate
- WI Social Studies C.8/12.8 Locate, organize, analyze, and use information from various sources to understand an issue of public concern, take a position, and communicate the position
- WI Social Studies E.8.11 Explain how beliefs and practices, such as ownership of property or status at birth, may lead to conflict among people of different regions or cultures and give examples of such conflicts that have and have not been resolved
- NGSS HS-LS2-7 Design, evaluate, and refine a solution for reducing the impacts of human activities on the environment and biodiversity.
- NGSS MS-LS2-5 Evaluate competing design solutions for maintaining biodiversity and ecosystem services.
- WI Social Studies B.8.10 Analyze examples of conflict, cooperation, and interdependence among groups, societies, or nations
- WI Social Studies B.8.10 Analyze examples of conflict, cooperation, and interdependence among groups, societies, or nations
- WI Social Studies E.8.11 Explain how beliefs and practices, such as ownership of property or status at birth, may lead to conflict among people of different regions or cultures and give examples of such conflicts that have and have not been resolved
- CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.WHST.6-10.1 Write arguments focused on discipline-specific content.
- WI Social Studies: C.12.10 Identify ways people may participate effectively in community affairs and the political process
- WI Social Studies A.8.5 Identify and compare the natural resource bases of different states and regions in the United States and elsewhere in the world, using a statistical atlas, aerial photographs, satellite images, and computer databases
- WI Social Studies: E.8.7 Identify and explain examples of bias, prejudice, and stereotyping, and how they contribute to conflict in a society