Understanding Science Concepts and Problem Solving

Mrs. Chandler introduces the science unit on energy conversions, focusing on understanding blackouts and their causes. Students are encouraged to brainstorm why a lamp won't turn on and consider the implications of blackouts. The mayor of Ergstown requests help to solve frequent blackouts, and students are tasked with investigating the causes and solutions. Key vocabulary and the unit question are introduced, and students are encouraged to keep notes for future lessons.

Why is it important to have a notebook and pencil during science lessons?

• To write and draw your thoughts and questions

• To doodle when bored

• To make paper airplanes

• To pass notes to friends

What should students do when they have an idea or question during the lesson?

• Wait until the end of the lesson

• Ask a friend

• Pause the video and write it down

• Ignore it

What should students do with their science notes?

• Throw them away after each lesson

• Use them as scrap paper

• Keep them together for future reference

• Give them to a friend

What is the first activity about in the energy unit?

• Building a model car

• Writing about why a lamp won't turn on

• Solving math problems

• Drawing a picture of a house

What is a blackout?

• A power outage in a city

• A type of weather phenomenon

• A type of dance

• A new video game

Why are blackouts a problem in Ergstown?

• They make the town look prettier

• They are fun for children

• They can be dangerous and inconvenient

• They help save electricity

Who is responsible for solving the blackout problem in Ergstown?

• The system engineers

• The school teachers

• The local artists

• The mayor alone

What does the mayor want the team to figure out?

• How to build new roads

• How to organize a festival

• Why blackouts are happening and how to improve the system

• How to decorate the town

What is the unit question for the energy conversions unit?

• How do plants grow?

• How do animals communicate?

• What is the weather like?

• How does the electrical system work?

What is an engineer?

• A person who cooks food

• A person who writes stories

• A person who uses science to solve problems

• A person who paints houses