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This syllabus outlines the 4th grade science course taught by Fibi Farid at Akhnaton Egyptian Language School's American Division from September 2018 to June 2019. The course will cover a variety of scientific topics including the states of matter, atoms, elements, properties of matter, the solar system, plants and animals, energy, electricity, magnetism, motion, and the scientific method. Students will use the textbook Science Fusion 4 and are expected to attend class daily, complete assignments on time, and pass assessments to earn grades based on homework, classwork, projects, quizzes, and exams. Students must bring specified materials to class each day including notebooks

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Syllabus and Course Outline Template Grade 4

This syllabus outlines the 4th grade science course taught by Fibi Farid at Akhnaton Egyptian Language School's American Division from September 2018 to June 2019. The course will cover a variety of scientific topics including the states of matter, atoms, elements, properties of matter, the solar system, plants and animals, energy, electricity, magnetism, motion, and the scientific method. Students will use the textbook Science Fusion 4 and are expected to attend class daily, complete assignments on time, and pass assessments to earn grades based on homework, classwork, projects, quizzes, and exams. Students must bring specified materials to class each day including notebooks

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Akhnaton Egyptian Language School

American Division

Syllabus and course outline


Science – Grade ( 4 )
September 2018 – June 2019

Teacher : Fibi Farid

I. Course description
 It covers a variety of scientific topics, some of which have been covered in previous classes
and some of which is new material. The students will review matter and its states, atoms and
elements, and properties of matter. Students will learn about the special properties of metals,
acids, and bases. They will also learn the differences between molecules, compounds, and
mixtures. The students will review the solar system, the movement of the Earth, and the
contributions of Galileo Galilei to our knowledge of astronomy. The students will learn about
minerals and the different types of rocks, as well as investigate the rock cycle. They will learn
the differences between renewable and nonrenewable resources. The students will review the
life cycles and characteristics of both plants and animals. The students will learn about
energy and the energy that we can harvest from the world around us like solar, heat, wind,
and water. The students will explore how you hear, talk, and see, including a study of colors
and why we see them. The students will learn about electricity and magnetism, including how
they are used and the relationship between the two. They will explore the differences between
speed, velocity, and acceleration. They will also learn about the laws of motion and how they
apply to the world around us. The purpose of, and types of, machines will be studied so that
students can understand that compound machines they see in lives. The students will also
explore the application of scientific knowledge, technology. Finally, the students will review
the scientific method and design and conduct their own scientific investigation.
II. Course textbooks and resources
 Science fusion 4
III. Course objectives:
By the end of this year , the student will be able to :
 Explain that scientists make observations, ask questions ,conduct investigations and produce
evidence that guides scientific thought and theory.
 Describe the structures of typical plants.
 Describe the process of photosynthesis.
 Distinguish between habitat and niche.
 Distinguish between population and community.
 Explain how the sun provides the energy for the water cycle.
 Describe the motion of Earth, the moon and the sun in space.
 Define matter ,mass density and volume.
 Explain how physical properties can be used to identify matter.
 Identify energy uses and their sources.
 Differentiate between potential and kinetic energy.

IV. Course requirements:


 Daily attendance and participation in class activities
 Completion of homework and assignments and class projects on time
 Pass ongoing assessments throughout the year
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American Division

 All required books and materials


Syllabus and course outline
brought into class
Science – Grade ( 4 )
September 2018 – June 2019

 Write your name on all assignments. Any assignment turned in without a name will be
thrown away.
 Write all worksheet titles on your work.
 Late assignments will not be accepted.
 No homework or make-up work will be accepted after the test day.
 Copied assignments will receive a zero.

V. Classroom Rules:
 Be in your assigned seat (with materials) ready to work when the tardy bell rings.
Listen when the teacher is speaking. If you have a comment or question, raise your
hand until called upon.
 Class participation is required.
 Respect all property. (School property, personal property, and other's property).

.DO NOT SIT IN MY PLACE AND ASSUME THAT WHAT'S MINE IS YOURS

 Be respectful in word and action. ( Do not talk out of turn or use curse words )
 Finish our work on time.
 Do not walk around the classroom and school corridors.
 Stay awake, keep your head off your desk, and be quiet during announcements.
 No food, drink, candy or gum. A water bottle with water is the only exception.
 Always work hard.
 Be happy.
 Smile! 
 The bell does not dismiss the class. Students will be dismissed by the teacher once the
room is in order.
 ALL school rules apply in class. This includes the dress code, the restriction on
electronic devices, the tardy policy, etc.

Your success in the classroom is dependent on your success with the material as well as
with your compliance to the preceding classroom expectations and policies. Please know them
well and ask your teacher about them if there is a problem or need for clarification. Any
infractions of the preceding expectations and policies will be dealt with at the
teacher’s discretion

VI. Course Materials


 You will need to bring the following materials with you to class each day:
- 2 spiral notebooks. ( covered in green )
- Pencils and erasers.
- Colored pens/pencils (no fluorescent colors).
- Scissors
- Green Plastic folder
- Binder with 20 jackets ( covered in green )
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American Division

- 4 Highlighter pens ( different colors )


- Blue tack Syllabus and course outline
Science – Grade ( 4 )
September 2018 – June 2019

- Glitter foam
- Lab coat and goggles
- Sticky notes
- Play dough
- Backing paper
- Glue sick
- 2 Plates
- 2 cups

ALL MATERIALS SHOULD BE


LABELLED.

VII. Course grading:


Quarter grading : 80% of course work

20% quizzes
10% class participation
20% homework
10% class work
20% projects
20% Term ( Quarter Exams )

Semester grading
40% 2 quarters grading (2x20%)
10% semester test

Year grading
100% for 2 semesters

IX. Course outline


Quarter 1:
 Unit 1 : Lesson 1.
 Unit 3 : Lesson 1 , 5 and 6.
 Unit 9 : Lesson 1.
Quarter 2:
 Unit 9 : Lesson 3 & 4
 Unit 4: Lesson 1,2,3 &4.
 Unit 5 : Lesson 1.
Akhnaton Egyptian Language School
American Division

Syllabus and course outline


Science – Grade ( 4 )
September 2018 – June 2019

Quarter 3:
 Unit 5 : Lesson 2,3 &4
 Unit 6 : Lesson 1,2 ,3 & 4.
Quarter 4:
 Unit 7 : Lesson 1,2&4
 Unit 11 : Lesson 1

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