Unit 1  Astronomy

• Students will be able to identify stellar constellations and explain how ancient civilizations used the star patterns to predict phenomena on earth.

Unit 2  Animal Studies

• Students will understand that animals develop behaviors and structures that help them adapt to their habitats. When the habitat changes, some animals survive; others die or move to new locations.

Unit 3  Motion and Design

• Successful vehicle design requires an understanding of energy, force, and friction, as well as of the properties of materials and cost considerations.