District         HOME	Scotch Plains-Fanwood Public Schools	Programs / PreK - Grade 4 2007 - 2008 (approved 8/23/07)
	Science The elementary science program has been designed to provide all students with an exciting "hands on" experience which emphasizes higher-level thinking skills. Classroom activities involve students in the process of using an inquiry approach to science. An emphasis on experimentation, observation, and analysis sharpens students' problem-solving skills. Use of technology, including the Internet, is an integral part of the students' science experience. The program uses the Full Option Science System (FOSS), a balanced approach to physical, earth, life and technology science. Writing is an integral part of each FOSS unit. The K-4 science curriculum offers students challenging opportunities to practice science and build confidence in both individual and cooperative abilities. The following provides an overview of the Science program: Grade Life Science Earth Science Physical Science Kindergarten* All About Me Animals/Plants Sun, Moon, Earth Weather/Seasons Colors/Light GEMS Supplemental Activities, Scholastic's Literature-Based Science Activities Grade 1 New Plants (FOSS) Solids & Liquids (FOSS) Grade 2 Insects (FOSS) Air and Weather (FOSS) Grade 3 Water (FOSS) Magnetism & Electricity (FOSS) Oobleck (GEMS) Technology: Ideas and Invention (FOSS) Grade 4 The Human Body (FOSS) Earth Materials (FOSS) Physics of Sound (FOSS) Technology: Measurement (FOSS) *General Exposure Other PreK - Grade 4 Programs Mathematics Language Arts Literacy Science Social Studies Art Music World Languages Family Life Program Physical Education Health Education Computer Program & Computer Literacy Gifted & Talented Library/Media Study Skills Reading Recovery Literacy Groups Speech & Language English Language Learners Counseling Services PreK District-Wide Testing Special Education & Self-Contained Classes Basic Skills Resource Centers Elementary Grade 5 Middle School Grades 6-8 High School Grades 9-12   TOP OF PAGE