Learning Outcomes:

1. I can explain how the human body functions as a system made up of interacting subsystems.

2. I can identify how organ systems work together to respond to internal or external stimuli.

3. I can describe how body systems coordinate in response to danger, such as increasing heart rate or initiating movement.

4. I can formulate questions about how the body systems work together in real-life scenarios.

5. I can complete scientific explanations using accurate vocabulary about the nervous, circulatory, muscular, and other body systems.

Learning Outcomes:

1. I can explain the organization of the human body from cells to tissues, organs, and systems.

2. I can describe how specialized cells form tissues, and how tissues build organs with specific functions.

3. I can identify major organs and describe their roles in organ systems such as the musculoskeletal system.

4. I can model how body systems work together to complete everyday tasks like movement.

5. I can explain how skeletal muscles contract to move bones and produce motion in the body.

Learning Outcomes:

1. I can distinguish between voluntary and involuntary muscles and explain how each type functions.

2. I can describe how skeletal muscles work in pairs to move body parts.

3. I can identify different types of muscles in the body and explain how muscle contraction supports movement.

4. I can explain the role of the endocrine system in the fight-or-flight response through hormone release.

5. I can describe how the circulatory and respiratory systems work together to support body functions during stress.

Learning Outcomes:

1. I can describe the main functions of the digestive system and trace the path of food from ingestion to waste elimination.

2. I can explain how nutrients from digested food are absorbed into the blood and transported by the circulatory system.

3. I can identify the organs involved in digestion and their roles in breaking down food and absorbing nutrients.

4. I can describe the role of the excretory system in removing waste products produced by cells and maintaining homeostasis.

5. I can explain how the urinary system filters the blood through the kidneys and eliminates waste through urine.

Learning Outcomes:

1. I can build a physical model to demonstrate how kidneys filter waste materials from the blood.

2. I can identify key substances in the blood (such as blood cells, proteins, and urea) and explain how they are processed by the kidneys.

3. I can explain how the excretory system removes waste from the body and maintains internal balance.

4. I can describe how different body systems (digestive, circulatory, muscular, endocrine, excretory) work together to help the body obtain and use energy.

5. I can analyze the limitations and benefits of using models to understand human body systems.

Learning Outcomes:

1. I can explain how the body responds to danger by coordinating multiple systems, including the nervous, endocrine, circulatory, and respiratory systems.

2. I can make a scientific claim about how the body functions as a system and support it with evidence from investigations and resources.

3. I can identify how the endocrine system regulates body processes and how its malfunction can lead to diseases like diabetes.

4. I can describe technological innovations, such as insulin pumps and artificial pancreases, that help manage disorders of the endocrine system.

5. I can explore careers involved in managing health conditions like diabetes and propose innovative ideas for improving treatment using technology.

Learning Outcomes:

1. I can explain how a circuit functions as a system where each part contributes to the flow of electricity.

2. I can compare series and parallel circuits to explain why a single burned-out bulb affects each differently.

3. I can observe and describe the effects of invisible forces like gravity and magnetism on objects without direct contact.

4. I can identify similarities and differences between gravity and magnetism as non-contact forces acting at a distance.

5. I can generate scientific questions about electrical circuits based on observations and evidence.

Learning Outcomes:

1. I can investigate and classify materials as magnetic or non-magnetic based on observable evidence.

2. I can design and conduct a fair test to measure how magnet size and distance affect magnetic attraction.

3. I can record and analyze data to draw conclusions about patterns in magnetic behavior.

4. I can identify common characteristics shared by magnetic materials.

5. I can evaluate how distance influences the strength of magnetic attraction.

Learning Outcomes:

1. Describe how electrical energy is generated from mechanical energy using magnets and turbines.

2. Identify the components of a simple electric circuit and explain how each part functions.

3. Differentiate between open and closed circuits and their effect on electric current flow.

4. Explain the roles of conductors and insulators in electrical systems and safety.

Learning Outcomes:

1. Construct a simple electrical circuit and test various materials to determine if they are conductors or insulators.

2. Classify materials as conductors or insulators based on their ability to allow electric current to flow.

3. Explain how insulating materials are used to prevent electric shock in everyday electrical devices.

4. Predict and verify how wrapping a conductor in an insulating material affects circuit functionality.

Learning Outcomes:

1. Compare series and parallel circuits by observing how electric current flows and explain their advantages in real-life applications.

2. Classify materials as conductors or insulators and explain the role of each in ensuring electrical safety.

3. Construct simple circuits and describe how the inclusion of a resistor affects the flow of electrical current.

4. Describe how moving a magnet near a coil of wire generates an electric current, demonstrating the relationship between magnetism and electricity.

Learning Outcomes:

1. Construct a scientific explanation using evidence to describe how a circuit functions as a system.

2. Analyze how series and parallel circuits affect the flow of electricity and the operation of devices within the system.

3. Explain how electrical technologies, such as pacemakers, can support or enhance human body systems.

4. Develop questions for further scientific investigation and identify appropriate tools or resources to extend learning about electricity.