Science Lessons and Investigations, Grade 5

Evan-Moor’s Science Lessons and Investigations is designed to take a hands-on approach to scientific topics. Fifth graders will appreciate that each of the 14 units utilize the 5E model: Engage, Explore, Explain, Evaluate, and Extend. This teacher’s edition also includes answer keys for vocabulary and comprehension activities along with other helpful tools for guiding students through the lessons.

Core subject areas and topics include:

Life Science:
Healthy Ecosystems
Energy in the Food Chain
Nutrients for Survival
Recycling Energy in Food Webs

Earth Science:
Patterns on Earth
The Stars
Gravity
Earth’s Spheres
Water from All Its Sources
Protecting Our Planet

Physical Science:
Tiny Particles of Matter
Conservation of Matter
Identifying Matter by Properties
Making New Substances

Key Features :

i : Fifth graders will appreciate that each of the 14 units utilize the 5E model: Engage, Explore, Explain, Evaluate, and Extend
ii : Comprehension and vocabulary activities
iii : Teacher support pages and an answer key
iv : Reading selections with real-life visual examples
v : Hands-on science investigation that may include science experiments, STEM challenges, observations, art projects, and other creative cross-curricular activities