Scientists Do Science
Who can be a scientist?
Anyone
Name two ways a scientist records information.
Describe what they observe.
Draw pics
Make charts and graphs
What does the Matthew 7:12 verse that says "Do to others what you would have them do to you." What does that look like when working with a team? Give at least two examples.
Sharing, taking turns, listening, speaking softly so not to disturb other teams, stay with your team, ask for help, cheerfully give help
What is data?
The numbers you get from measuring.
What units are used to measure height?
feet, inches
How do scientists do science..
Scientists wonder and ask _______________
Why do scientists write down their observations?
They can share their ideas with others; other scientist can repeat their investigations.
What is the job of the steward?
Why do scientists measure more than once?
Even when you measure carefully, it can be hard to get exact measurements.
What is a table?
A table is an arrangement of data in rows and columns. .
How do scientists do science...
What do scientists use to do investigations?
Give 2 ways/things they do
senses, tools, make a hypothesis, compare and describe
What job does God give all people to do?
Take care of the Earth and all of its creatures.
What is the job of the timekeeper?
The timekeeper helps to move the team along and encourage them to finish on time.
What is a unit?
A unit is a fixed quantity. (amount)
eg. liter; miles, yards, inches, pounds.
Why do we use graphs?
They help us to understand and compare our observations/data.
What is a hypothesis?
A guess or idea of what a scientist thinks may happen
What is the coordinator's job?
The coordinator makes sure that the team is following instructions in order.
What units are used to measure weight?
pounds
What is a graph?
A graph is a diagram that shows how measurements are related.
Name 2 science tools a scientist might use?
thermometer, ruler, magnifying glass, microscope
What is the job of the messenger?
The messenger's job is to ask another team's messenger or teacher for help.
What unit is used to measure temperature?
Fahrenheit or Celsius
What is an axis on a graph?
An axis on a graph is a line where data points are plotted and labeled. One axis runs along the bottom, and another runs straight up and down.