Science
| 7.1.4 |
Describe that different explanations can be given for the same evidence, and it is not always possible to tell which one is correct without further inquiry.
There are a few different theories on why the dinosaurs went extinct. Have the students examine each of the different theories at the Question Lab and help them to understand that we really don't know which one is correct until further evidence is discovered. |
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| 7.3.3 |
Describe how climates sometimes have changed abruptly in the past as a result of changes in Earth's crust, such as volcanic eruptions or impacts of huge rocks from space.
Have the students read the section on why the dinosaurs went extinct at the Question Lab. Start a discussion on how a meteorite could have changed the climate of the environment at that time. |
Language Arts
| 7.1.2 |
Use knowledge of Greek, Latin, and Anglo-Saxon roots and word parts to understand subject-area vocabulary (science, social studies, and mathematics).
The opportunity for using knowledge of Greek and Latin derivatives is prevalent in this space. The many scientific names of dinosaurs uses theses prefixes. Have the students make a list of all the words they find in the gallery containing Greek or Latin roots and give a definition using what they know from the root words. |
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| 7.7.1 |
Ask questions to elicit information, including evidence to support the speaker's claims and conclusions.
Listen to an Up-Close and Personal presentation and encourage your students to challenge the speaker with questions that support his information and conclusions. Help them to dig deeper with the use of their questioning. |
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