Standards
Michigan Grade Level Content Expectations:
P.EN.07.23 Explain how different forms of energy can transfer chemical potential energy through a process called photosynthesis.
P.EN.07.24 Explain why energy can be transferred while no energy is lost or gained in the transfer.
P.EN.07.25 Identify that nuclear reactions take place in the sun, producing heat and light.
P.EN.07.26 Explain how the light energy from the sun is transformed into heat energy on earth.
P.EN.07.28 Describe how light energy is converted into a form of energy that can be used by living things.
L.OL.07.35 Describe how organisms transform and release energy.
L.OL,07.37 Describe the importance of carbon dioxide in the process of food production.
L.OL.07.38 Describe evidence that plants make and use food.
L.OL.07.39 Predict what would happen to plants growing in high carbon dioxide atmospheres.
In addition, students will practice the following:
Michigan Educational Technology Standards and Expectations
Students will be able to use a variety of technology resources, including the internet, to increase learning and productivity.
Students will be able to use available utilities for editing pictures, images, or charts.
Students will be able to use collaborative tools to design, develop, and enhance materials, publications, or presentations. Students will be able to explore basic applications that promote creativity.