This resource aligns with the global and specific expectations outlined in Ontario's grade 7 science curriculum (Understanding Matter and Energy - Heat). In this science resource, students in grade 7 will delve into heat by evaluating the pros and cons of different heating technologies, exploring how heat impacts matter, and grasping that heat is a form of energy composed of particles.
 
As part of this resource, students can also analyze real-world scenarios and apply their understanding of heat to solve problems. For example, students might consider the most energy-efficient way to heat a home or the impact of various heating technologies on the environment. Through these activities, students will develop critical thinking skills and learn to consider the cost and benefits of different approaches to heating.
 
Overall, this resource is designed to provide students with a thorough and engaging learning experience covering all the key heat-related concepts. By the end of this resource, students will have a strong foundation in the science of heat and be well-prepared to move on to more advanced topics in science and beyond.
 
I'll get straight to the point. Many students don't enjoy reading textbooks because the content is often very dry and bland. Most books get straight to the point and lose student interest. Upon purchasing this teaching resource, you'll notice that this packet is written differently. It's informal, loaded with jokes, and tries to teach students on a personal level. Moreover, it entices them to try to perform their own inquiry-based independent science experiments at home. I wanted to write it as if I were conversing with your students. It's a short unit(compared to textbook units), but it is filled with embedded links, QR codes, an online version of all chapter questions, unit tests, and independent research. It has everything you need to cover the specific and global expectations of the Ontario science curriculum.
 
I would consider this resource "low-prep" as there is nothing required of you but to print it. However, there may be some science experiments that require some setup. I've included some chapter quizzes/assignments in PDF and Google Forms. Use these tasks as consolidation assignments or discussion topics in your classroom! The content of this packet is relevant and accurate. It will not impede their understanding!
 
✬This resource has 5 chapters:
Chapter 1: Who Doesn't Love the Energizer Bunny?
Chapter 2: We All Scream For Ice Cream
Chapter 3: Love Me Tinder, Love Me True
Chapter 4: Rock Solid
Chapter 5: We Need To Do Something, Right?
 
✬It also has the following:
- Vocabulary sheets
- Printable student journals
- Readings and worksheets
- Answer Keys
- Study questions
- Google Forms quizzes, embedded links, and QR codes (to online videos).
- Interactive navigation (for your convenience)
- A PowerPoint presentation for teaching
- Unit test
- 2022 curriculum change add-on (renewable vs. non-renewable mini research)
- 2023 Changes - New font (LEXEND) and change of look
- Extended activities, experiments, and assignments
- Interactive resource navigation
 
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