April 23-May 1 Quiz Content: Getting Rid of Toxic Waste in the Body

 The next week we're going to talk about how the body disposes of toxic products that arise from body processes and digestion.  It's pretty incredible how God has designed our bodies to function well.

Remember you need to know the general idea of what each word means in a scientific setting.   Your goal is to create a framework for understanding how it all holds together.

  RESPIRATORY SYSTEM

Respiration
Pharynx
Larynx
Trachea
Bronchii
Lung
Alveoli
Diaphragm

Respiratory diseases:  asthma, bronchitis, pneumonia, emphysema

URINARY SYSTEM

Urea
Urine
Ureter
Bladder
Urethra
Kidney
Nephron
Adrenal gland

Urinary Tract Diseases:  nephritis, kidney stones

1 week to Science Fair!

One week!  I am excited about this prospect for you to show off your mad scientist skills...wait, your mad skills in science.

Some thoughts that previous year judges have shared about making your project stand out:

• How does your research apply to the real world? 
• If you had a chance, what other variables could you apply to your research?
• How could you extend your research further?

These might be (hint) great things to be able to discuss with visitors to your booth.  

9 Days till Science Fair!

9 days till Science Fair!  A few tips from your teacher who loves you and wants you to be successful...

•   You should be finishing your last few details at this point. 
•  Many of you have already collected data several times and are ready to start organizing your boards.  Good job!
• I cannot stress it enough--- time is a great option, but it runs out.  Don't limit yourself by putting stuff off. 
• Your displays should be neat, well-organized, readable by someone standing 24 inches away, and demonstrate appropriate mastery of the English language. Complete sentences, clear concise wording, and correct spelling/punctuation will make your presentation look professional.
• On the other side of the coin, use your own knowledge to write up your work. Don't plagiarize or copy work from someone else.  Your work, your words=engaging project. 

Please bring your tri-fold boards Monday 2/20 or Tuesday 2/21 for teacher approval. Bring them earlier if you have questions or concerns.   We are working on taxonomy projects and other independent work this week, so there's lots of time for consultation in class.