Welcome to 7th grade ~ LIFE SCIENCE & Health

Welcome to life science and health! This year we will be combining two exciting subjects while discovering cells, body systems, plants, and animals.  We will apply the process of scientific inquiry throughout our studies.  We will also learn about the skills needed to make good life choices and maintain a healthy lifestyle. The general topics we will be covering are shown below.

Science                                                                   Health

¨ Scientific Process and Theory                                            ¨ Mental Health: stress, self-esteem, etc.

¨ Cell Process and Reproduction                                           ¨ Human Health and Development

¨ Body System: parts and functions                                      ¨ Diseases: heart disease, cancers, HIV/AIDS

¨ Diversity of Life: Identifying organisms                            ¨ Nutrition and Fitness

¨ Plants: parts, photosynthesis, seeded v. unseeded              ¨ Personal Safety and Safe Living Practices

¨ Animals: birds and mammals                                             ¨ Chemical Abuse: refusal skills

Oregon State Life Science Standards

NPR - Inside the Teen Brain