Science Activities for 5-8
Connections to Pennsylvania State Assessment Anchors
The activities featured in the 5-8 Think Like an Egyptian activities support the following Pennsylvania State Science Assessment Anchors.
- S8.A.1.1.3
Use evidence, such as observations, to support inferences. - S8.A.1.1.4
Develop predictions using evidence. - S8.A.2.2.1
Describe the appropriate use of instruments and scales to measure temperature under a variety of conditions. - S8.A.2.2.2
Apply appropriate measurement systems to record and interpret observations under varying conditions. - S8.A.2.2.3
Describe ways technology extends human abilities for specific purposes (e.g. barometer). - S8.D.2.1.1
Explain the impact of water systems on the climate of a region. - S8.D.2.1.3
Identify how wind directions and barometric pressure changes are associated with weather patterns.