Quarter-Specific Materials
These materials are organized by quarter to help you plan ahead. Many items can be found around your home or purchased inexpensively.
Quarter 1: The Dawn of Civilization: Controlling the Environment
Geography and the Agricultural Revolution (Weeks 1-2)
- • Eastern Hemisphere wall map
- • World globe
- • Push pins or sticky notes
- • Fraction tiles
- • Various cups/containers (for thermal energy experiments)
- • Thermometers (2-3)
- • Ice cubes
- • Insulating materials (bubble wrap, fabric, etc.)
Mesopotamia (Weeks 3-6)
- • Clay for cuneiform writing
- • Chopsticks or wooden stylus
- • Sugar cubes (for ziggurat model)
- • Cardboard
- • Materials for timeline
- • Double-walled cups or bottles
- • Thermal measuring tools
- • Materials for insulated container project
Ancient Egypt (Weeks 7-8)
- • Graph paper
- • Cardboard or foam board
- • Materials for pyramid model
- • Egyptian symbol reference sheet
- • Paper for hieroglyphic practice
- • Materials for argumentative writing
- • Poster board for display
Quarter 1 Review (Week 9)
- • Index cards for review games
- • Portfolio folder
- • Materials for displaying student work
- • Materials for thermal energy final project
- • Materials for civilization comparison chart
Quarter 2: Eastern Empires & Philosophies: Structuring Society
Ancient India (Weeks 10-13)
- • Microscope
- • Prepared slides of plant/animal cells
- • Onion
- • Microscope slides and coverslips
- • Iodine solution
- • Number line with positive/negative numbers
- • Materials for Venn diagram
- • Pictures of Hindu deities
Ancient China (Weeks 14-17)
- • Clay or modeling material (for cell models)
- • Paintbrush and ink (for calligraphy)
- • Red paper (for paper cutting)
- • Materials for invention research
- • Silk fabric sample (optional)
- • Algebraic expression flashcards
- • Materials for Silk Road map
Mid-Year Review (Week 18)
- • Materials for "Blueprint for Society" chart
- • Portfolio materials
- • Mid-year assessment materials
- • Materials for cell model presentation
- • Materials for philosophy comparison chart
Quarter 3: The Classical World: Blueprints for Governance and Thought
Ancient Greece (Weeks 19-22)
- • Rock samples (different types)
- • Materials for Greek column models
- • Poster board for Greek gods chart
- • Materials for narrative writing
- • Algebra tiles or manipulatives
- • Materials for Greek vase art
- • Materials for democracy simulation
Ancient Rome (Weeks 23-26)
- • Materials for Roman aqueduct model
- • Clay, cardboard, straws
- • One-step equation flashcards
- • Materials for plate tectonics model
- • Aluminum foil
- • Modeling clay (for tectonic plates)
- • Materials for Roman road model
Comparing Classical Civilizations (Week 27)
- • Large comparison chart materials
- • Colored markers
- • Materials for visual presentation
- • Materials for civilization debate
Quarter 3 Review (Week 28)
- • Portfolio materials
- • Assessment supplies
- • Materials for rock cycle presentation
- • Materials for civilization comparison chart
Quarter 4: Global Connections & Enduring Ideas: The Flow of Goods and Knowledge
The Silk Road (Weeks 29-31)
- • String or yarn (for mapping Silk Road)
- • Fabric samples (silk, cotton, etc.)
- • Materials for area calculations
- • Materials for climate zone model
- • Clear containers
- • Materials for trade simulation
- • Poster board for trade route map
Weather & Climate (Weeks 32-33)
- • Materials for weather station
- • Thermometer
- • Rain gauge (homemade or purchased)
- • Materials for 3D shape nets
- • Graph paper
- • Water cycle model materials
- • Materials for climate zone mapping
Legacy of the Ancient World (Weeks 34-35)
- • Materials for data plots
- • Graph paper
- • Materials for argumentative writing
- • Research materials
- • Materials for civilization impact chart
- • Materials for weather data analysis
Final Showcase & Assessment (Week 36)
- • Display materials for showcase
- • Standardized test materials
- • Certificate or award
- • Materials for celebration
- • Final portfolio materials
- • Materials for capstone project
Science Experiment Supplies
These materials will be used for hands-on science experiments throughout the year. Many are common household items, while others may need to be purchased specifically for experiments.
Thermal Energy Unit Supplies
- • Thermometers (2-3)
- • Various containers (cups, bottles)
- • Insulating materials (bubble wrap, foam, etc.)
- • Hot water
- • Ice cubes
- • Stopwatch or timer
- • Clear plastic cups
- • Construction materials for insulated container
- • Aluminum foil
- • Plastic wrap
- • Tape (various types)
- • Graph paper for data recording
Cells & Systems Unit Supplies
- • Microscope
- • Prepared slides (plant and animal cells)
- • Blank slides and coverslips
- • Onion
- • Toothpicks
- • Iodine solution
- • Methylene blue stain (optional)
- • Dropper or pipette
- • Clay or modeling materials
- • Colored pencils or markers
- • Poster board
- • Clear plastic bag (for cell membrane demo)
Plate Tectonics & Rock Cycling Supplies
- • Rock samples (igneous, sedimentary, metamorphic)
- • Modeling clay (various colors)
- • Aluminum pans
- • Wax paper
- • Sand
- • Rice
- • Graham crackers
- • Frosting (for edible plate tectonics model)
- • Hand lens or magnifying glass
- • Vinegar
- • Limestone or chalk
- • Safety goggles
Weather, Climate & Water Cycling Supplies
- • Clear plastic container with lid
- • Soil
- • Small plants
- • Spray bottle
- • Thermometer
- • Materials for rain gauge
- • Clear plastic bottle
- • Hot and cold water
- • Food coloring
- • Ice cubes
- • Materials for homemade barometer
- • Weather tracking journal
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