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Units of Study in 5th grade:
Geology- The earth is constantly changing.
Rocks and Minerals- Scientists collect, organize, analyze and interpret data.
The Atmosphere- Changes in the atmosphere affect our lives.
Astronomy- Predictable motion determines our time keeping on Earth.
Mammals- Scientists collect, organize, analyze and interpret data.
Ecosystems- Man affects the environment in which he lives.
http://www.neok12.com/Types-of-Rocks.htm
 
Science Issues:
Recycling Facts
http://www.facts-about-recycling.com/
Facts about recycling
An article that argues recycling is a waste of time, money and energy:
http://mises.org/daily/1911
Water Pollution- TAP WATER OR BOTTLED WATER?
http://www.water-pollution.org.uk/- a website all about water pollution
http://kids.nationalgeographic.com/kids/stories/spacescience/water-bottle-pollution/
water bottles or tap water?
http://www.reverse-osmosis-water-filter-guide.com/dangers-of-tap-water.html
Dangers of tap water
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_3QBZac3MSY
20/20 clip on water bottles or tap water?
http://www.mnn.com/food/healthy-eating/stories/5-reasons-not-to-drink-bottled-water
5 Reasons to not drink water from water bottles
http://www.sierraclub.org/committees/cac/water/bottled_water/#takeaction
TAKE ACTION!
http://www.rd.com/health/rethink-what-you-drink/
Against Bottled Water!
http://www.ehso.com/ehshome/DrWater/drinkingw
Compare water bottle vs tap water
http://eo.ucar.edu/webweather/basic5.html - Recipe for weather- This is the site where you can find projects to complete and bring into class...
http://www.weatherwizkids.com/ - Weather for kids
http://www.exploringweather.com/hurricanes.html -- Hurricanes
http://www.exploringweather.com/thunderstorms.html -- thunderstorms
http://www.exploringweather.com/winterstorms.html -- Winter weather
http://www.exploringweather.com/tornadoes.html -- Tornadoes
http://twcgames.limelightsolutions.com/- Link to create own forecast
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