LIFE SCIENCE BLOG, MAY 7 TO MAY 11, 2012
MAP Testing Schedule for 6^th grade

Thursday, May 10, 8:30-9:45, Math

Tuesday, May 15, 10:05-11:20, Reading
Tuesday, May 22, 8:30-9:45, Language usage

This week the students are going to learn about:

CHAPTER 20; THE ENDOCRINE SYSTEM AND REPRODUCTION

      ·        The Endocrine System

-        Hormones and the Endocrine System

                  -        Functions of Endocrine Glands
                  -        Negative Feedback

·        The Male and Female Reproductive Systems

-        Sexual Reproduction

                  -        Male Reproductive System
                  -        Female Reproductive System
                  -        The Menstrual Cycle

·        The Human Life Cycle

-        Development Before Birth

             -        Protection and Nourishment
                  -        Birth
                  -        Growth and Development

WORKING IN CLASS AND WHATEVER THEY DO NOT FINISH, THEY WILL TAKE HOME.

Classwork / Homework:

Section 1, Assessment, p670
Section 2, Assessment, p681
Section 3, Assessment, p690