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2016-2017 STATE OF FLORIDA INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS ADOPTION
STANDARDS ALIGNMENT
COURSE STANDARDS/BENCHMARKS (Form IM7)
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MAFS.K12.MP.1.1 Make sense of problems and
persevere in solving them.
The Carbon Cycle
Grade 6-8 Life Science - Florida (2017) >
Environment and Change > Energy and Life > The
Carbon Cycle > Elaborate with STEM > STEM
Project Starters page 1 > Project: Carbon Dating
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MAFS.K12.MP.1.1 Make sense of problems and
persevere in solving them.
Energy in Ecosystems
Grade 6-8 Life Science - Florida (2017) >
Environment and Change > Energy and Life >
Energy in Ecosystems > Explore > Core Interactive
Text page 3 > Hands-On Activity: The 10% Rule
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MAFS.K12.MP.1.1 Make sense of problems and
persevere in solving them.
Over-Exploitation of Resources
Grade 6-8 Life Science - Florida (2017) >
Environment and Change > Interdependence of
Organisms > Over-Exploitation of Resources >
Elaborate with STEM > STEM Project Starters page
2 > Problem: Something Fishy
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MAFS.K12.MP.1.1 Make sense of problems and
persevere in solving them.
Populations
Grade 6-8 Life Science - Florida (2017) >
Environment and Change > Interdependence of
Organisms > Populations > Elaborate with STEM >
STEM Project Starters page 2 > Project: Limiting
Factor in Action
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MAFS.K12.MP.2.1 Reason abstractly and quantitatively. The Body Machine
Comprehensive Science 1 - Florida (2017) > Human
Body > The Body Machine > Explore > Explore
More Resources > HOA: Gas Exchange and Exercise
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MAFS.K12.MP.2.1 Reason abstractly and quantitatively. The Body Machine
Comprehensive Science 1 - Florida (2017) > Human
Body > The Body Machine > Elaborate with STEM >
STEM Project Starter 3 > How Long Can Your
Muscles Last?
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MAFS.K12.MP.2.1 Reason abstractly and quantitatively. The Carbon Cycle
Grade 6-8 Life Science - Florida (2017) >
Environment and Change > Energy and Life > The
Carbon Cycle > Elaborate with STEM > STEM
Project Starters page 1 > Project: Carbon Dating
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Discovery Education
LESSONS WHERE STANDARD/BENCHMARK IS DIRECTLY ADDRESSED IN MAJOR TOOL (MOST IN-DEPTH COVERAGE LISTED FIRST)
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2016-2017 STATE OF FLORIDA INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS ADOPTION
STANDARDS ALIGNMENT
COURSE STANDARDS/BENCHMARKS (Form IM7)
BENCHMARK CODE BENCHMARKLESSONS WHERE STANDARD/BENCHMARK IS DIRECTLY ADDRESSED IN MAJOR TOOL (MOST IN-DEPTH COVERAGE LISTED FIRST)
(Include the student edition and teacher edition with the page numbers of lesson, a link to lesson, or other identifier for easy lookup by reviewers.)
MAFS.K12.MP.2.1 Reason abstractly and quantitatively. Populations
Grade 6-8 Life Science - Florida (2017) >
Environment and Change > Interdependence of
Organisms > Populations > Elaborate with STEM >
STEM Project Starters page 2 > Project: Limiting
Factor in Action
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800c-8227164e90d0/tabs/054d49d8-d8f5-4203-b276-19e25b56cc5f/pages/d21ba83b-54c5-4899-825d-38ad23402eea
MAFS.K12.MP.2.1 Reason abstractly and quantitatively. Energy in Ecosystems
Grade 6-8 Life Science - Florida (2017) >
Environment and Change > Energy and Life >
Energy in Ecosystems > Explore > Core Interactive
Text page 3 > Hands-On Activity: The 10% Rule
https://app.discoveryeducation.com/player/view/assetGuid/dc85258e-36c2-4552-98aa-f3db139d4ab2
MAFS.K12.MP.3.1 Construct viable arguments and
critique the reasoning of others.
Mendel and Heredity
Grade 6-8 Life Science - Florida (2017) > Human
Systems > Heredity and Reproduction > Mendel
and Heredity > Elaborate with STEM > STEM
Project Starters page 1 > Project: Engineering
Better Produce
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MAFS.K12.MP.3.1 Construct viable arguments and
critique the reasoning of others.
Genes
Grade 6-8 Life Science - Florida (2017) > Human
Systems > Heredity and Reproduction > Genes >
Elaborate with STEM > STEM in Action: Careers in
Gene Hunting
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9fd5-cb0ca9f36201/tabs/054d49d8-d8f5-4203-b276-19e25b56cc5f
MAFS.K12.MP.3.1 Construct viable arguments and
critique the reasoning of others.
Energy in Ecosystems
Grade 6-8 Life Science - Florida (2017) >
Environment and Change > Energy and Life >
Energy and Ecosystems > Elaborate with STEM >
STEM Project Starters page 1 > Project: Energy
Flow in Caves
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MAFS.K12.MP.4.1 Model with mathematics. Photosynthesis
Grade 6-8 Life Science - Florida (2017) >
Environment and Change > Energy and Life >
Photosynthesis > Elaborate with STEM > STEM
Project Starters page 4 > Project: Why Do Corals
Need Algae?
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MAFS.K12.MP.4.1 Model with mathematics. Controlling the Body
Comprehensive Science 1 - Florida (2017) > Human
Body > Controlling the Body > Elaborate with STEM
> STEM Project Starters page 1 > Project: Big Brains
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MAFS.K12.MP.4.1 Model with mathematics. Change over Time and the Fossil Record
Grade 6-8 Life Science - Florida (2017) >
Environment and Change > Evolutionary Theory >
Change over Time and the Fossil Record >
Elaborate with STEM > STEM Project Starters page
1 > Project: Modeling Asteroid Impacts
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2016-2017 STATE OF FLORIDA INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS ADOPTION
STANDARDS ALIGNMENT
COURSE STANDARDS/BENCHMARKS (Form IM7)
BENCHMARK CODE BENCHMARKLESSONS WHERE STANDARD/BENCHMARK IS DIRECTLY ADDRESSED IN MAJOR TOOL (MOST IN-DEPTH COVERAGE LISTED FIRST)
(Include the student edition and teacher edition with the page numbers of lesson, a link to lesson, or other identifier for easy lookup by reviewers.)
MAFS.K12.MP.4.1 Model with mathematics. Cellular Respiration
Grade 6-8 Life Science - Florida (2017) >
Environment and Change > Energy for Life >
Cellular Respiration > Elaborate with STEM > STEM
Project Starters page 2 > Project: Adding Up the
Energy
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MAFS.K12.MP.4.1 Model with mathematics. Energy in Ecosystems
Grade 6-8 Life Science - Florida (2017) >
Environment and Change > Energy and Life >
Energy in Ecosystems > Explore > Core Interactive
Text page 3 > Hands-On Activity: The 10% Rule
https://app.discoveryeducation.com/player/view/assetGuid/dc85258e-36c2-4552-98aa-f3db139d4ab2
MAFS.K12.MP.5.1 Use appropriate tools strategically. Populations
Grade 6-8 Life Science - Florida (2017) >
Environment and Change > Interdependence of
Organisms > Populations > Explore > Explore More
Resources > Hands-On Lab: Surveying and
Comparing Populations
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MAFS.K12.MP.5.1 Use appropriate tools strategically. Cellular Respiration
Grade 6-8 Life Science - Florida (2017) >
Environment and Change > Energy and Life >
Cellular Respiration > Explore > Explore More
Resources > Hands-On Lab: The Case of the Flat
Bread
https://app.discoveryeducation.com/player/view/assetGuid/efb84540-b6a6-4122-a4a4-2e07d5b74a76
MAFS.K12.MP.6.1 Attend to precision. Factors That Influence Human Growth and
Development
Grade 6-8 Life Science - Florida (2017) > Human
Systems > Heredity and Reproduction > Genetic
Traits and Reproduction > Factors That Influence
Human Growth and Development > Elaborate with
STEM > STEM Project Starters page 1 > Project:
Health Coaching
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MAFS.K12.MP.6.1 Attend to precision. The Carbon Cycle
Grade 6-8 Life Science - Florida (2017) >
Environment and Change > Energy and Life > The
Carbon Cycle > Explore > Core Interactive Text page
2 > Carbon Emissions from Human Activities
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MAFS.K12.MP.6.1 Attend to precision. Asexual
Grade 6-8 Life Science - Florida (2017) > Human
Systems > Heredity and Reproduction > Asexual >
Explore > Explore More Resources > Hands-On
Activity: Watching Yeast Grow
https://app.discoveryeducation.com/player/view/assetGuid/b67b21cd-e89f-47fb-9bd2-40047a9c526e
MAFS.K12.MP.7.1 Look for and make use of structure. Cell Theory
Grade 6-8 Life Science - Florida (2017) > Organisms
> Investigating Cells > Cell Theory > Elaborate with
STEM > STEM Project Starters page 4 > Project:
Specialized Cells in Humans
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2016-2017 STATE OF FLORIDA INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS ADOPTION
STANDARDS ALIGNMENT
COURSE STANDARDS/BENCHMARKS (Form IM7)
BENCHMARK CODE BENCHMARKLESSONS WHERE STANDARD/BENCHMARK IS DIRECTLY ADDRESSED IN MAJOR TOOL (MOST IN-DEPTH COVERAGE LISTED FIRST)
(Include the student edition and teacher edition with the page numbers of lesson, a link to lesson, or other identifier for easy lookup by reviewers.)
MAFS.K12.MP.7.1 Look for and make use of structure. Change over Time and the Fossil Record
Grade 6-8 Life Science - Florida (2017) >
Environment and Change > Evolutionary Theory >
Change over Time and the Fossil Record > Explore >
Explore More Resources: Hands-On Activity:
Constructing a Cladogram
https://app.discoveryeducation.com/player/view/assetGuid/ecab0f3b-6776-4f62-964d-0cb1ec93e70b
MAFS.K12.MP.7.1 Look for and make use of structure. Asexual
Grade 6-8 Life Science - Florida (2017) > Human
Systems > Heredity and Reproduction > Asexual >
Explore > Explore More Resources > Hands-On
Activity: Watching Yeast Grow
https://app.discoveryeducation.com/player/view/assetGuid/b67b21cd-e89f-47fb-9bd2-40047a9c526e
MAFS.K12.MP.7.1 Look for and make use of structure. Levels of Classification
Grade 6-8 Life Science - Florida (2017) > Organisms
> Organizing Life > Levels of Classification > Explore
> Core Interactive Text page 3 > Hands-On Activity:
Dichotomous IDs
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MAFS.K12.MP.8.1 Look for and express regularity in
repeated reasoning.
Genes
Grade 6-8 Life Science - Florida (2017) > Human
Systems > Heredity and Reproduction > Genes >
Explore > Explore More Resources > Hands-On
Activity: Crack the Code
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MAFS.K12.MP.8.1 Look for and express regularity in
repeated reasoning.
Photosynthesis
Grade 6-8 Life Science - Florida (2017) >
Environment and Change > Energy for Life>
Photosynthesis > Elaborate with STEM > STEM
Project Starters page 4 > Project: Why Do Corals
Need Algae?
https://app.discoveryeducation.com/learn/techbook/units/84de0344-4e74-4bcf-a8cc-2f2ce0c6e72c/concepts/c975df4b-055c-4fad-
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MAFS.K12.MP.8.1 Look for and express regularity in
repeated reasoning.
Populations
Grade 6-8 Life Science - Florida (2017) >
Environment and Change > Interdependence of
Organisms> Populations > Explore > Core
Interactive Text page 2 > Jackrabbit Population
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SC.6.L.14.1: Describe and identify patterns in the
hierarchical organization of
organisms from atoms to molecules
and cells to tissues to organs to
organ systems to organisms.
Cell Theory
Grade 6-8 Life Science - Florida (2017) > Organisms
> Investigating Cells > Cells > Cell Theory > Explore
> Core Interactive Text page 1
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SC.6.L.14.2: Investigate and explain the
components of the scientific theory
of cells (cell theory): all organisms
are composed of cells (single-celled
or multi-cellular), all cells come from
pre-existing cells, and cells are the
basic unit of life.
Cell Theory
Grade 6-8 Life Science - Florida (2017) > Organisms
> Investigating Cells > Cells > Cell Theory > Explore
> Core Interactive Text page 1
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2016-2017 STATE OF FLORIDA INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS ADOPTION
STANDARDS ALIGNMENT
COURSE STANDARDS/BENCHMARKS (Form IM7)
BENCHMARK CODE BENCHMARKLESSONS WHERE STANDARD/BENCHMARK IS DIRECTLY ADDRESSED IN MAJOR TOOL (MOST IN-DEPTH COVERAGE LISTED FIRST)
(Include the student edition and teacher edition with the page numbers of lesson, a link to lesson, or other identifier for easy lookup by reviewers.)
SC.6.L.14.2: Investigate and explain the
components of the scientific theory
of cells (cell theory): all organisms
are composed of cells (single-celled
or multi-cellular), all cells come from
pre-existing cells, and cells are the
basic unit of life.
Cell Theory
Grade 6-8 Life Science - Florida (2017) > Organisms
> Investigating Cells > Cells > Cell Theory > Explore
> Explore More Resources > Reading Passage:
Discovery of Cells and Cell Theory
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SC.6.L.14.2: Investigate and explain the
components of the scientific theory
of cells (cell theory): all organisms
are composed of cells (single-celled
or multi-cellular), all cells come from
pre-existing cells, and cells are the
basic unit of life.
Cell Theory
Grade 6-8 Life Science - Florida (2017) > Organisms
> Investigating Cells > Cells > Cell Theory >
Elaborate with STEM > STEM Project Starters page
3 > Project: Cell Theory Timeline
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SC.6.L.14.3: Recognize and explore how cells of
all organisms undergo similar
processes to maintain homeostasis,
including extracting energy from
food, getting rid of waste, and
reproducing.
Cellular Respiration
Grade 6-8 Life Science - Florida (2017) >
Environment and Change > Energy and Life >
Cellular Respiration > Explore > Core Interactive
Text page 1 > Exploration: Cellular Respiration
https://app.discoveryeducation.com/player/view/assetGuid/ab6576be-2296-4518-b684-52b619b495cc
SC.6.L.14.3: Recognize and explore how cells of
all organisms undergo similar
processes to maintain homeostasis,
including extracting energy from
food, getting rid of waste, and
reproducing.
Meiosis
Grade 6-8 Life Science - Florida (2017) > Human
Systems > Heredity and Reproduction > Meiosis >
Explore > Core Interactive Text page 4 >
Exploration: You Say Meiosis, I Say Mitosis
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SC.6.L.14.3: Recognize and explore how cells of
all organisms undergo similar
processes to maintain homeostasis,
including extracting energy from
food, getting rid of waste, and
reproducing.
Photosynthesis
Grade 6-8 Life Science - Florida (2017) >
Environment and Change > Energy and Life >
Photosynthesis > Elaborate with STEM > STEM
Project Starters page 2 > Project: Photosynthesis
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SC.6.L.14.4: Compare and contrast the structure
and function of major organelles of
plant and animal cells, including cell
wall, cell membrane, nucleus,
cytoplasm, chloroplasts,
mitochondria, and vacuoles.
Cell Theory
Grade 6-8 Life Science - Florida (2017) > Organisms
> Investigating Cells > Cell Theory > Explore > Core
Interactive Text page 2 > Exploration: Here a Cell,
There a Cell
https://app.discoveryeducation.com/player/view/assetGuid/3242fb1e-5517-43fc-9e86-b3fbacec41ce
SC.6.L.14.4: Compare and contrast the structure
and function of major organelles of
plant and animal cells, including cell
wall, cell membrane, nucleus,
cytoplasm, chloroplasts,
mitochondria, and vacuoles.
Cell Theory
Grade 6-8 Life Science - Florida (2017) > Organisms
> Investigating Cells > Cell Theory > Explore > Core
Interactive Text page 3 > Cell Theory
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2016-2017 STATE OF FLORIDA INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS ADOPTION
STANDARDS ALIGNMENT
COURSE STANDARDS/BENCHMARKS (Form IM7)
BENCHMARK CODE BENCHMARKLESSONS WHERE STANDARD/BENCHMARK IS DIRECTLY ADDRESSED IN MAJOR TOOL (MOST IN-DEPTH COVERAGE LISTED FIRST)
(Include the student edition and teacher edition with the page numbers of lesson, a link to lesson, or other identifier for easy lookup by reviewers.)
SC.6.L.14.5: Identify and investigate the general
functions of the major systems of
the human body (digestive,
respiratory, circulatory,
reproductive, excretory, immune,
nervous, and musculoskeletal) and
describe ways these systems interact
with each other to maintain
homeostasis.
Controlling the Body
Comprehensive Sciecne 1 - Florida (2017) > Human
Body > Controlling the Body > Explore > Core
Interactive Text page 1
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8294-73b150d38fcb/tabs/759da9a7-2edf-4cde-9515-7081ca990764
SC.6.L.14.5: Identify and investigate the general
functions of the major systems of
the human body (digestive,
respiratory, circulatory,
reproductive, excretory, immune,
nervous, and musculoskeletal) and
describe ways these systems interact
with each other to maintain
homeostasis.
Controlling the Body
Comprehensive Sciecne 1 - Florida (2017) > Human
Body > Controlling the Body > Explore > Core
Interactive Text page 2 > Exploration: The Brain
and Your Nervous System
https://app.discoveryeducation.com/player/view/assetGuid/5819aa65-366e-4a54-8765-b99d210bfb7b
SC.6.L.14.5: Identify and investigate the general
functions of the major systems of
the human body (digestive,
respiratory, circulatory,
reproductive, excretory, immune,
nervous, and musculoskeletal) and
describe ways these systems interact
with each other to maintain
homeostasis.
The Body Machine
Comprehensive Science 1 - Florida (2017) > Human
Body > The Body Machine > Explore > Core
Interactive Text page 2 > Exploration: Breathe In,
Breathe Out
https://app.discoveryeducation.com/player/view/assetGuid/23fc71bf-76f1-43dd-b660-b8dd1665f1d4
SC.6.L.14.6: Compare and contrast types of
infectious agents that may infect the
human body, including viruses,
bacteria, fungi, and parasites.
Infectious Disease
Grade 6-8 Life Science - Florida (2017) > Human
Systems > Infectious Agents > Infectious Disease >
Elaborate with STEM > STEM Project Starter 2 >
Technology and Disease
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a354-a989516ab3be/tabs/054d49d8-d8f5-4203-b276-19e25b56cc5f/pages/0402d212-a64b-4f88-8e45-34e7d6d99ae8
SC.6.L.14.6: Compare and contrast types of
infectious agents that may infect the
human body, including viruses,
bacteria, fungi, and parasites.
Infectious Disease
Grade 6-8 Life Science - Florida (2017) > Human
Systems > Infectious Agents > Infectious Disease >
Explore > Explore More Resources > Exploration:
Infectious Diseases
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SC.6.L.15.1: Analyze and describe how and why
organisms are classified according to
shared characteristics with emphasis
on the Linnaean system combined
with the concept of Domains.
Populations
Grade 6-8 Life Science - Florida (2017) >
Environment and Change > Interdependence of
Organisms > Populations > Explore > Explore More
Resources > Reading Passage: Classifying Life at
Hydrothermal Vent
https://app.discoveryeducation.com/player/view/assetGuid/c5d1b258-2cac-4b11-883d-915a0f89efd1
SC.6.L.15.1: Analyze and describe how and why
organisms are classified according to
shared characteristics with emphasis
on the Linnaean system combined
with the concept of Domains.
Levels of Classification
Grade 6-8 Life Science - Florida (2017) > Organisms
> Organizing Life > Levels of Classification > Explore
> Core Interactive Text page 3 > Reading Passage:
Carl Linnaeus
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SC.6.L.15.1: Analyze and describe how and why
organisms are classified according to
shared characteristics with emphasis
on the Linnaean system combined
with the concept of Domains.
Levels of Classification
Grade 6-8 Life Science - Florida (2017) > Organisms
> Organizing Life > Levels of Classification > Explore
> Core Interactive Text page 3 > Hands-On Activity:
Dichotomous IDs
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SC.6.N.1.1: Define a problem from the sixth
grade curriculum, use appropriate
reference materials to support
scientific understanding, plan and
carry out scientific investigation of
various types, such as systematic
observations or experiments,
identify variables, collect and
organize data, interpret data in
charts, tables, and graphics, analyze
information, make predictions, and
defend conclusions.
The Body Machine
Comprehensive Science 1 - Florida (2017) > Human
Body > The Body Machine > Elaborate with STEM >
STEM Project Starter 3 > How Long Can Your
Muscles Last?
https://app.discoveryeducation.com/learn/techbook/units/016abc5a-880e-4df8-b634-27b752656f8f/concepts/f72643bd-da67-4894-
afcf-bfa05e5fd718/tabs/054d49d8-d8f5-4203-b276-19e25b56cc5f/pages/063821bc-4e32-4e3d-914a-38565b629ca5
SC.6.N.1.1: Define a problem from the sixth
grade curriculum, use appropriate
reference materials to support
scientific understanding, plan and
carry out scientific investigation of
various types, such as systematic
observations or experiments,
identify variables, collect and
organize data, interpret data in
charts, tables, and graphics, analyze
information, make predictions, and
defend conclusions.
The Carbon Cycle
Grade 6-8 Life Science - Florida (2017) >
Environment and Change > Energy and Life > The
Carbon Cycle > Explore > Core Interactive Text page
1> HOA: Carbon Cycle
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SC.6.N.1.2: Explain why scientific investigations
should be replicable.
Photosynthesis
Grade 6-8 Life Science - Florida (2017) >
Environment and Change > Energy for Life>
Photosynthesis > Explore > Explore More
Resources > Hands-On Activity: Starch and
Photosynthesis
https://app.discoveryeducation.com/player/view/assetGuid/0e48de5e-7cf8-40de-92a9-24d8506fbc27
SC.6.N.1.3: Explain the difference between an
experiment and other types of
scientific investigation, and explain
the relative benefits and limitations
of each.
Cell Theory
Grade 6-8 Life Science - Florida (2017) > Organisms
> Investigating Cells > Cell Theory > Explore >
Explore More Resources > Reading Passage:
Scientific Investigation
https://app.discoveryeducation.com/player/view/assetGuid/51b8b5e1-60e9-4018-860b-53b12c5e36a0
SC.6.N.1.3: Explain the difference between an
experiment and other types of
scientific investigation, and explain
the relative benefits and limitations
of each.
Populations
Grade 6-8 Life Science - Florida (2017) >
Environment and Change > Interdependence of
Organisms > Populations > Explore > Explore More
Resources > HOA: Carrying Capacity
https://app.discoveryeducation.com/player/view/assetGuid/52519ed5-0b15-4030-809d-92df71764285
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SC.6.N.1.4: Discuss, compare, and negotiate
methods used, results obtained, and
explanations among groups of
students conducting the same
investigation.
Cellular Respiration
Grade 6-8 Life Science - Florida (2017) >
Environment and Change > Energy and Life >
Cellular Respiration > Explore > Explore More
Resources > Hands-On Lab: The Case of the Flat
Bread
https://app.discoveryeducation.com/player/view/assetGuid/efb84540-b6a6-4122-a4a4-2e07d5b74a76
SC.6.N.1.4: Discuss, compare, and negotiate
methods used, results obtained, and
explanations among groups of
students conducting the same
investigation.
Photosynthesis
Grade 6-8 Life Science - Florida (2017) >
Environment and Change > Energy for Life>
Photosynthesis > Explore > Explore More
Resources > Hands-On Activity: Starch and
Photosynthesis
https://app.discoveryeducation.com/player/view/assetGuid/0e48de5e-7cf8-40de-92a9-24d8506fbc27
SC.6.N.1.5: Recognize that science involves
creativity, not just in designing
experiments, but also in creating
explanations that fit evidence.
Trophic Relationships
Grade 6-8 Life Science - Florida (2017) >
Environment and Change > Interdependence of
Organisms > Trophic Relationships > Elaborate with
STEM > STEM Project Starters page 1 > Project:
History and People of Ecology > Reading Passage:
Spigot Science: Ecosystems: Scientists Are People
Too
https://app.discoveryeducation.com/player/view/assetGuid/8B4A299F-9D93-40A1-9A00-482E6E03172F
SC.6.N.1.5: Recognize that science involves
creativity, not just in designing
experiments, but also in creating
explanations that fit evidence.
Darwin and Natural Selection
Grade 6-8 Life Science - Florida (2017) >
Environment and Change > Evolutionary Theory >
Darwin and Natural Selection > Explore > Core
Interactive Text page 1 > Reading Passage: Variety
Is the Spice of Life
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SC.6.N.1.5: Recognize that science involves
creativity, not just in designing
experiments, but also in creating
explanations that fit evidence.
Mendel and Heredity
Grade 6-8 Life Science - Florida (2017) > Human
Systems > Heredity and Reproduction >Mendel and
Heredity > Explore > Explore More Resources >
Reading Passage: True Gene-ius
https://app.discoveryeducation.com/player/view/assetGuid/44af8964-6c1b-47a8-b994-2dc608b4c49e
SC.6.N.2.1: Distinguish science from other
activities involving thought.
Controlling the Body
Comprehensive Sciecne 1 - Florida (2017) > Human
Body > Controlling the Body > Explore > Explore
More Resources > Reading Passage: The Science of
Laughter
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SC.6.N.2.1: Explain that scientific knowledge is
durable because it is open to change
as new evidence or interpretations
are encountered.
Cell Theory
Grade 6-8 Life Science - Florida (2017) > Organisms
> Investigating Cells > Cell Theory > Explore >
Explore More Resources > Reading Passage:
Scientific Investigation
https://app.discoveryeducation.com/player/view/assetGuid/51b8b5e1-60e9-4018-860b-53b12c5e36a0
SC.6.N.2.2: Explain that scientific knowledge is
durable because it is open to change
as new evidence or interpretations
are encountered.
Cell Theory
Grade 6-8 Life Science - Florida (2017) > Organisms
> Investigating Cells > Cell Theory > Explore > Core
Interactive Text page 1
https://app.discoveryeducation.com/learn/techbook/units/d8b406e7-054d-472a-a908-2845db286995/concepts/347de6c1-d9af-44b6-
8286-e5a02996035b/tabs/759da9a7-2edf-4cde-9515-7081ca990764
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SC.6.N.2.2: Explain that scientific knowledge is
durable because it is open to change
as new evidence or interpretations
are encountered.
Cell Theory
Grade 6-8 Life Science - Florida (2017) > Organisms
> Investigating Cells > Cell Theory > Elaborate with
STEM > STEM in Action: Careers in Cell Theory
https://app.discoveryeducation.com/learn/techbook/units/d8b406e7-054d-472a-a908-2845db286995/concepts/347de6c1-d9af-44b6-
8286-e5a02996035b/tabs/054d49d8-d8f5-4203-b276-19e25b56cc5f/pages/a233de90-aafc-463e-a55a-cd2dfb239827
SC.6.N.2.3: Recognize that scientists who make
contributions to scientific knowledge
come from all kinds of backgrounds
and possess varied talents, interests,
and goals.
Controlling the Body
Grade 6-8 Life Science - Florida (2017) > Human
Body Systems > Controlling the Body > Elaborate
with STEM > STEM in Action
https://app.discoveryeducation.com/learn/techbook/units/016abc5a-880e-4df8-b634-27b752656f8f/concepts/c6074685-531d-4215-
8294-73b150d38fcb/tabs/054d49d8-d8f5-4203-b276-19e25b56cc5f
SC.6.N.2.3: Recognize that scientists who make
contributions to scientific knowledge
come from all kinds of backgrounds
and possess varied talents, interests,
and goals.
Features and Naming
Grade 6-8 Life Science - Florida (2017) > Organisms
> Organizing Life > Features and Naming >
Elaborate with STEM > STEM in Action
https://app.discoveryeducation.com/learn/techbook/units/6217e816-3dff-430d-900d-390c99c126c6/concepts/786a48c9-6987-431a-
b497-d99f68111ca0/tabs/054d49d8-d8f5-4203-b276-19e25b56cc5f
SC.6.N.2.3: Recognize that scientists who make
contributions to scientific knowledge
come from all kinds of backgrounds
and possess varied talents, interests,
and goals.
Cellular Respiration
Grade 6-8 Life Science - Florida (2017) >
Environment and Change > Energy and Life >
Cellular Respiration > Elaborate with STEM > STEM
in Action: Careers and Cellular Respiration >
Reading Passage: Chemistry in History Biographies:
Carl Ferdinand Cori and Gerty Theresa Cori
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SC.6.N.3.1: Recognize and explain that a
scientific theory is a well-supported
and widely accepted explanation of
nature and is not simply a claim
posed by an individual. Thus, the
use of the term theory in science is
very different than how it is used in
everyday life.
Cell Theory
Grade 6-8 Life Science - Florida (2017) > Organisms
> Investigating Cells > Cell Theory > Explore > Core
Interactive Text page 1
https://app.discoveryeducation.com/learn/techbook/units/d8b406e7-054d-472a-a908-2845db286995/concepts/347de6c1-d9af-44b6-
8286-e5a02996035b/tabs/759da9a7-2edf-4cde-9515-7081ca990764
SC.6.N.3.1: Recognize and explain that a
scientific theory is a well-supported
and widely accepted explanation of
nature and is not simply a claim
posed by an individual. Thus, the
use of the term theory in science is
very different than how it is used in
everyday life.
Darwin and Natural Selection
Grade 6-8 Life Science - Florida (2017) >
Environment and Change > Evolutionary Theory >
Darwin and Natural Selection > Explore > Core
Interactive Text page 1 > Reading Passage: Variety
Is the Spice of Life
https://app.discoveryeducation.com/player/view/assetGuid/c3f7062f-6c33-4400-bba4-4b59cb6efc17
SC.6.N.3.1: Recognize and explain that a
scientific law is a description of a
specific relationship under given
conditions in the natural world.
Thus, scientific laws are different
from societal laws.
Mendel and Heredity
Grade 6-8 Life Science - Florida (2017) > Human
Systems > Heredity and Reproduction >Mendel and
Heredity > Explore > Core Interactive Text page 1
https://app.discoveryeducation.com/learn/techbook/units/11020138-6e34-46c3-99cd-a274d9f11f5f/concepts/5e430ddc-9c3f-4231-
9368-7c7b47a10b4b/tabs/759da9a7-2edf-4cde-9515-7081ca990764
SC.6.N.3.2: Give several examples of scientific
laws.
Energy in Ecosystems
Grade 6-8 Life Science - Florida (2017) >
Environment and Change > Energy and Life >
Energy in Ecosystems > Explore > Core Interactive
Text page 3 > Hands-On Activity: The 10% Rule
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SC.6.N.3.3: Give several examples of scientific
laws.
Energy in Ecosystems
Grade 6-8 Life Science - Florida (2017) >
Environment and Change > Energy and Life >
Energy in Ecosystems > Explore > Core Interactive
Text page 3
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SC.6.N.3.3: Give several examples of scientific
laws.
Mendel and Heredity
Grade 6-8 Life Science - Florida (2017) > Human
Systems > Heredity and Reproduction > Mendel
and Heredity > Explore > Core Interactive Text page
1
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9368-7c7b47a10b4b/tabs/759da9a7-2edf-4cde-9515-7081ca990764
SC.6.N.3.4: Identify the role of models in the
context of the sixth grade science
benchmarks.
The Body Machine
Comprehensive Science 1 - Florida (2017) > Human
Body > The Body Machine > Explore > Core
Interactive Text page 2 > HOA: Modeling the Lungs
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SC.6.N.3.4: Identify the role of models in the
context of the sixth grade science
benchmarks.
The Body Machine
Comprehensive Science 1 - Florida (2017) > Human
Body > The Body Machine > Explore > Explore
More Resources > HOA: Building a Model Arm
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SC.7.L.15.1: Recognize that fossil evidence is
consistent with the scientific theory
of evolution that living things
evolved from earlier species.
Change over Time and the Fossil Record
Grade 6-8 Life Science - Florida (2017) >
Environment and Change > Evolutionary Theory >
Change over Time and the Fossil Record > Explore >
Core Interactive Text page 3
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SC.7.L.15.1: Recognize that fossil evidence is
consistent with the scientific theory
of evolution that living things
evolved from earlier species.
Change over Time and the Fossil Record
Grade 6-8 Life Science - Florida (2017) >
Environment and Change > Evolutionary Theory >
Change over Time and the Fossil Record > Explore >
Explore More Resources: Reading Passage: Change
Over Time: The Fossil Record
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SC.7.L.15.1: Recognize that fossil evidence is
consistent with the scientific theory
of evolution that living things
evolved from earlier species.
Change over Time and the Fossil Record
Grade 6-8 Life Science - Florida (2017) >
Environment and Change > Evolutionary Theory >
Change over Time and the Fossil Record >
Elaborate with STEM > STEM in Action: Living in
the Past: Careers in Earth History
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90c6-410bda620a12/tabs/054d49d8-d8f5-4203-b276-19e25b56cc5f
SC.7.L.15.2: Explore the scientific theory of
evolution by recognizing and
explaining ways in which genetic
variation and environmental factors
contribute to evolution by natural
selection and diversity of organisms.
Adaptations
Grade 6-8 Life Science - Florida (2017) >
Environment and Change > Evolutionary Theory >
Adaptations > Explore > Core Interactive Text page
2
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acd8-751640b62e63/tabs/759da9a7-2edf-4cde-9515-7081ca990764/pages/b73f5230-5246-4617-8d66-c3dff1941a79
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SC.7.L.15.2: Explore the scientific theory of
evolution by recognizing and
explaining ways in which genetic
variation and environmental factors
contribute to evolution by natural
selection and diversity of organisms.
Adaptations
Grade 6-8 Life Science - Florida (2017) >
Environment and Change > Evolutionary Theory >
Adaptations > Explore > Explore More Resources >
Exploration: Moth of a Different Color
https://app.discoveryeducation.com/player/view/assetGuid/8bcf9a4d-94de-4bfd-8deb-e11d8d808c14
SC.7.L.15.2: Explore the scientific theory of
evolution by recognizing and
explaining ways in which genetic
variation and environmental factors
contribute to evolution by natural
selection and diversity of organisms.
Adaptations
Grade 6-8 Life Science - Florida (2017) >
Environment and Change > Evolutionary Theory >
Adaptations > Explore > Explore More Resources >
Hands-On Activity: Bird Beaks
https://app.discoveryeducation.com/player/view/assetGuid/16b01eff-e6d8-49ad-a6d2-925f446038a1
SC.7.L.15.2: Explore the scientific theory of
evolution by relating how the
inability of a species to adapt within
a changing environment may
contribute to the extinction of that
species.
Darwin and Natural Selection
Grade 6-8 Life Science - Florida (2017) >
Environment and Change > Evolutionary Theory >
Darwin and Natural Selection > Explore > Core
Interactive Text page 1
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9e94-7a9da3e2ecac/tabs/759da9a7-2edf-4cde-9515-7081ca990764
SC.7.L.15.2: Explore the scientific theory of
evolution by relating how the
inability of a species to adapt within
a changing environment may
contribute to the extinction of that
species.
Darwin and Natural Selection
Grade 6-8 Life Science - Florida (2017) >
Environment and Change > Evolutionary Theory >
Darwin and Natural Selection > Explore > Explore
More Resources > Hands-On Activity: Silly Selection
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SC.7.L.15.2: Explore the scientific theory of
evolution by relating how the
inability of a species to adapt within
a changing environment may
contribute to the extinction of that
species.
Change over Time and the Fossil Record
Grade 6-8 Life Science - Florida (2017) >
Environment and Change > Evolutionary Theory >
Change over Time and the Fossil Record > Explore >
Core Interactive Text page 3 > Reading Passage:
Extinction Basics
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SC.7.L.16.1: Understand and explain that every
organism requires a set of
instructions that specifies its traits,
that this hereditary information
(DNA) contains genes located in the
chromosomes of each cell, and that
heredity is the passage of these
instructions from one generation to
another.
Mendel and Heredity
Grade 6-8 Life Science - Florida (2017) > Human
Systems > Heredity and Reproduction > Mendel
and Heredity > Explore > Core Interactive Text page
1
https://app.discoveryeducation.com/learn/techbook/units/11020138-6e34-46c3-99cd-a274d9f11f5f/concepts/5e430ddc-9c3f-4231-
9368-7c7b47a10b4b/tabs/759da9a7-2edf-4cde-9515-7081ca990764
SC.7.L.16.1: Understand and explain that every
organism requires a set of
instructions that specifies its traits,
that this hereditary information
(DNA) contains genes located in the
chromosomes of each cell, and that
heredity is the passage of these
instructions from one generation to
another.
Genes
Grade 6-8 Life Science - Florida (2017) > Human
Systems > Heredity and Reproduction >Explore >
Core Interactive Text page 1
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SC.7.L.16.1: Understand and explain that every
organism requires a set of
instructions that specifies its traits,
that this hereditary information
(DNA) contains genes located in the
chromosomes of each cell, and that
heredity is the passage of these
instructions from one generation to
another.
Genes
Grade 6-8 Life Science - Florida (2017) > Human
Systems > Heredity and Reproduction > Genes >
Explore > Explore More Resources > Exploration:
Chip Off the Old Block
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SC.7.L.16.2: Determine the probabilities for
genotype and phenotype
combinations using Punnett Squares
and pedigrees.
Mendel and Heredity
Grade 6-8 Life Science - Florida (2017) > Human
Systems > Heredity and Reproduction > Mendel
and Heredity > Explore > Explore More Resources >
Exploration: Breeding Pea Plants
https://app.discoveryeducation.com/player/view/assetGuid/9244472f-6196-4d3b-8ca6-1b6b08600050
SC.7.L.16.2: Determine the probabilities for
genotype and phenotype
combinations using Punnett Squares
and pedigrees.
Sexual
Grade 6-8 Life Science - Florida (2017) > Human
Systems > Heredity and Reproduction > Sexual >
Elaborate with STEM > STEM in Action: The Art of
Breeding
https://app.discoveryeducation.com/learn/techbook/units/11020138-6e34-46c3-99cd-a274d9f11f5f/concepts/febe1fa5-3c74-4a79-
a08a-8c0670e5e6e9/tabs/054d49d8-d8f5-4203-b276-19e25b56cc5f
SC.7.L.16.2: Determine the probabilities for
genotype and phenotype
combinations using Punnett Squares
and pedigrees.
Mendel and Heredity
Grade 6-8 Life Science - Florida (2017) > Human
Systems > Heredity and Reproduction >Mendel and
Heredity > Elaborate with STEM > STEM Project
Starters page 2 > Project: Why Are There So Many
Blood Types?
https://app.discoveryeducation.com/learn/techbook/units/11020138-6e34-46c3-99cd-a274d9f11f5f/concepts/5e430ddc-9c3f-4231-
9368-7c7b47a10b4b/tabs/054d49d8-d8f5-4203-b276-19e25b56cc5f/pages/c4fbed07-57a8-4bc8-80fd-d98d13bd6c9d
SC.7.L.16.3: Compare and contrast the general
processes of sexual reproduction
requiring meiosis and asexual
reproduction requiring mitosis.
Sexual
Grade 6-8 Life Science - Florida (2017) > Human
Systems > Heredity and Reproduction > Sexual >
Explore > Core Interactive Text page 2 > Sexual vs.
Asexual
https://app.discoveryeducation.com/learn/techbook/units/11020138-6e34-46c3-99cd-a274d9f11f5f/concepts/febe1fa5-3c74-4a79-
a08a-8c0670e5e6e9/tabs/759da9a7-2edf-4cde-9515-7081ca990764/pages/985debe5-c5db-4453-84d9-5d256fe54089
SC.7.L.16.3: Compare and contrast the general
processes of sexual reproduction
requiring meiosis and asexual
reproduction requiring mitosis.
Asexual
Grade 6-8 Life Science - Florida (2017) > Human
Systems > Heredity and Reproduction > Asexual >
Explore > Core Interactive Text page 2
https://app.discoveryeducation.com/learn/techbook/units/11020138-6e34-46c3-99cd-a274d9f11f5f/concepts/d5574736-7f6a-4687-
98c7-a8adb83be60f/tabs/759da9a7-2edf-4cde-9515-7081ca990764/pages/ada1496f-f38e-4263-afa6-d24c01853a6d
SC.7.L.16.4: Recognize and explore the impact of
biotechnology (cloning, genetic
engineering, artificial selection) on
the individual, society and the
environment.
Genes
Grade 6-8 Life Science - Florida (2017) > Human
Systems > Heredity and Reproduction > Genes >
Elaborate with STEM > STEM Project Starters 1 >
Project: She's Exactly Like Her Mother
https://app.discoveryeducation.com/learn/techbook/units/11020138-6e34-46c3-99cd-a274d9f11f5f/concepts/f1fdafee-39be-4155-
9fd5-cb0ca9f36201/tabs/054d49d8-d8f5-4203-b276-19e25b56cc5f/pages/ba9e982e-1c81-4d85-b880-2d090e4ae285
SC.7.L.16.4: Recognize and explore the impact of
biotechnology (cloning, genetic
engineering, artificial selection) on
the individual, society and the
environment.
Influencing Inheritance
Grade 6-8 Life Science - Florida (2017) > Human
Systems > Heredity and Reproduction > Influencing
Inheritance > Explore > Core Interactive Text page
3
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964f-7ed5dd76ea3f/tabs/759da9a7-2edf-4cde-9515-7081ca990764/pages/b2f23da3-1558-483e-9fa1-2ebb7854d6d5
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SC.7.L.16.4: Recognize and explore the impact of
biotechnology (cloning, genetic
engineering, artificial selection) on
the individual, society and the
environment.
Influencing Inheritance
Grade 6-8 Life Science - Florida (2017) > Human
Systems > Heredity and Reproduction > Influencing
Inheritance > Explore > Explore More Resources >
Reading Passage: SCNT: Controversy or
Opportunity?
https://app.discoveryeducation.com/player/view/assetGuid/1567ff9c-a31b-4f37-b7c3-dec245baa545
SC.7.L.17.1: Explain and illustrate the roles of and
relationships among producers,
consumers, and decomposers in the
process of energy transfer in a food
web.
Energy in Ecosystems
Grade 6-8 Life Science - Florida (2017) >
Environment and Change > Energy and Life >
Energy in Ecosystems > Explore > Core Interactive
Text page 3 > Hands-On Activity: The 10% Rule
https://app.discoveryeducation.com/player/view/assetGuid/dc85258e-36c2-4552-98aa-f3db139d4ab2
SC.7.L.17.1: Explain and illustrate the roles of and
relationships among producers,
consumers, and decomposers in the
process of energy transfer in a food
web.
Energy in Ecosystems
Grade 6-8 Life Science - Florida (2017) >
Environment and Change > Energy and Life >
Energy in Ecosystems > Explore > Core Interactive
Text page 1 > Exploration: Who's for Dinner?
https://app.discoveryeducation.com/player/view/assetGuid/c5a5678f-b847-4bd1-b552-43729fb271eb
SC.7.L.17.1: Explain and illustrate the roles of and
relationships among producers,
consumers, and decomposers in the
process of energy transfer in a food
web.
Energy in Ecosystems
Grade 6-8 Life Science - Florida (2017) >
Environment and Change > Energy and Life >
Energy and Ecosystems > Elaborate with STEM >
STEM Project Starters page 1 > Project: Energy
Flow in Caves
https://app.discoveryeducation.com/learn/techbook/units/84de0344-4e74-4bcf-a8cc-2f2ce0c6e72c/concepts/f02b1a1b-e34e-40cd-
9d5b-70eb660a955e/tabs/054d49d8-d8f5-4203-b276-19e25b56cc5f/pages/fb8cce56-82d2-4025-85c5-500699899fce
SC.7.L.17.2: Compare and contrast the
relationships among organisms such
as mutualism, predation, parasitism,
competition, and commensalism.
Relationships Among Organisms
Grade 6-8 Life Science - Florida (2017) >
Environment and Change > Interdependence of
Organisms > Relationships Among Organisms >
Explore > Core Interactive Text page 2
https://app.discoveryeducation.com/learn/techbook/units/849c12c8-4544-4371-abb7-47b98571aaea/concepts/57ee83ba-63ff-4eec-
b3eb-b62c61c8d63d/tabs/759da9a7-2edf-4cde-9515-7081ca990764/pages/acd87675-2da0-4a0a-a86b-0aa708b53c0c
SC.7.L.17.2: Compare and contrast the
relationships among organisms such
as mutualism, predation, parasitism,
competition, and commensalism.
Relationships Among Organisms
Grade 6-8 Life Science - Florida (2017) >
Environment and Change > Interdependence of
Organisms > Relationships Among Organisms >
Explore > Explore More Resources > Reading
Passage: Can't We All Just Get Along--Relationships
in the Ecosystem
https://app.discoveryeducation.com/player/view/assetGuid/c75123c9-9d9e-4250-b3d3-611fac9770c7
SC.7.L.17.3: Describe and investigate various
limiting factors in the local
ecosystem and their impact on
native populations, including food,
shelter, water, space, disease,
parasitism, predation, and nesting
sites.
Populations
Grade 6-8 Life Science - Florida (2017) >
Environment and Change > Interdependence of
Organisms> Populations > Explore > Core
Interactive Text page 2 > Hands-On Activity:
Carrying Capacity
https://app.discoveryeducation.com/player/view/assetGuid/52519ed5-0b15-4030-809d-92df71764285
SC.7.L.17.3: Describe and investigate various
limiting factors in the local
ecosystem and their impact on
native populations, including food,
shelter, water, space, disease,
parasitism, predation, and nesting
sites.
Populations
Grade 6-8 Life Science - Florida (2017) >
Environment and Change > Interdependence of
Organisms > Populations > Explore > Explore More
Resources > Hands-On Lab: Surveying and
Comparing Populations
https://app.discoveryeducation.com/player/view/assetGuid/bca6fa6d-c158-4f0a-ab67-fd084b6645a3
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SC.7.N.1.1: Define a problem from the seventh
grade curriculum, use appropriate
reference materials to support
scientific understanding, plan and
carry out scientific investigation of
various types, such as systematic
observations or experiments,
identify variables, collect and
organize data, interpret data in
charts, tables, and graphics, analyze
information, make predictions, and
defend conclusions.
Cellular Respiration
Grade 6-8 Life Science - Florida (2017) >
Environment and Change > Energy and Life >
Cellular Respiration > Explore > Explore More
Resources > Hands-On Lab: The Case of the Flat
Bread
https://app.discoveryeducation.com/player/view/assetGuid/efb84540-b6a6-4122-a4a4-2e07d5b74a76
SC.7.N.1.2: Differentiate replication (by others)
from repetition (multiple trials).
Photosynthesis
Grade 6-8 Life Science - Florida (2017) >
Environment and Change > Energy for Life>
Photosynthesis > Explore > Explore More
Resources > Hands-On Activity: Starch and
Photosynthesis
https://app.discoveryeducation.com/player/view/assetGuid/0e48de5e-7cf8-40de-92a9-24d8506fbc27
SC.7.N.1.3: Distinguish between an experiment
(which must involve the
identification and control of
variables) and other forms of
scientific investigation and explain
that not all scientific knowledge is
derived from experimentation.
The Carbon Cycle
Grade 6-8 Life Science - Florida (2017) >
Environment and Change > Energy and Life > The
Carbon Cycle > Explore > Core Interactive Text page
1 > Hands-On Activity: Carbon Cycle
https://app.discoveryeducation.com/player/view/assetGuid/44536295-7055-488d-83be-36c0cc4e7476
SC.7.N.1.4: Identify test variables (independent
variables) and outcome variables
(dependent variables) in an
experiment.
The Carbon Cycle
Grade 6-8 Life Science - Florida (2017) >
Environment and Change > Energy and Life > The
Carbon Cycle > Explore > Explore More Resources >
Hands-On Activity: Ocean Acidity and Carbonate
Shells
https://app.discoveryeducation.com/player/view/assetGuid/a8ea0d24-3180-4258-b0b7-950c6b8ef4b1
SC.7.N.1.4: Identify test variables (independent
variables) and outcome variables
(dependent variables) in an
experiment.
Photosynthesis
Grade 6-8 Life Science - Florida (2017) >
Environment and Change > Energy for Life>
Photosynthesis > Explore > Explore More
Resources > Hands-On Activity: Starch and
Photosynthesis
https://app.discoveryeducation.com/player/view/assetGuid/0e48de5e-7cf8-40de-92a9-24d8506fbc27
SC.7.N.1.5: Describe the methods used in the
pursuit of a scientific explanation as
seen in different fields of science
such as biology, geology, and
physics.
Darwin and Natural Selection
Grade 6-8 Life Science - Florida (2017) >
Environment and Change > Evolutionary Theory >
Darwin and Natural Selection > Elaborate with
STEM > STEM in Action: What Is Natural History?
https://app.discoveryeducation.com/learn/techbook/units/b3772b03-9902-46da-b316-545e65db5f6f/concepts/bb6f4f76-e8cf-44cb-
9e94-7a9da3e2ecac/tabs/054d49d8-d8f5-4203-b276-19e25b56cc5f
SC.7.N.1.5: Describe the methods used in the
pursuit of a scientific explanation as
seen in different fields of science
such as biology, geology, and
physics.
Mendel and Heredity
Grade 6-8 Life Science - Florida (2017) > Human
Systems > Heredity and Reproduction >Mendel and
Heredity > Elaborate with STEM > STEM in Action:
Careers in Genetics
https://app.discoveryeducation.com/learn/techbook/units/11020138-6e34-46c3-99cd-a274d9f11f5f/concepts/5e430ddc-9c3f-4231-
9368-7c7b47a10b4b/tabs/054d49d8-d8f5-4203-b276-19e25b56cc5f/pages/88e9f9ed-480b-4d05-bb47-f6d4e786400b
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SC.7.N.1.5: Describe the methods used in the
pursuit of a scientific explanation as
seen in different fields of science
such as biology, geology, and
physics.
Relationships Among Organisms
Grade 6-8 Life Science - Florida (2017) >
Environment and Change > Interdependence of
Organisms > Relationships Among Organisms >
Elaborate with STEM > STEM in Action: Polar Bears
on Ice
https://app.discoveryeducation.com/learn/techbook/units/849c12c8-4544-4371-abb7-47b98571aaea/concepts/57ee83ba-63ff-4eec-
b3eb-b62c61c8d63d/tabs/054d49d8-d8f5-4203-b276-19e25b56cc5f
SC.7.N.1.6: Explain that empirical evidence is the
cumulative body of observations of a
natural phenomenon on which
scientific explanations are based.
Darwin and Natural Selection
Grade 6-8 Life Science - Florida (2017) >
Environment and Change > Evolutionary Theory >
Darwin and Natural Selection > Explore > Core
Interactive Text page 1 > Reading Passage: Variety
Is the Spice of Life
https://app.discoveryeducation.com/player/view/assetGuid/c3f7062f-6c33-4400-bba4-4b59cb6efc17
SC.7.N.1.6: Explain that empirical evidence is the
cumulative body of observations of a
natural phenomenon on which
scientific explanations are based.
Cell Theory
Grade 6-8 Life Science - Florida (2017) > Organisms
> Investigating Cells > Cell Theory > Explore >
Explore More Resources > Reading Passage:
Discovery of Cells and Cell Theory
https://app.discoveryeducation.com/player/view/assetGuid/f36fa6df-e53b-4bf6-ba08-336e18bedf46
SC.7.N.1.6: Explain that scientific knowledge is
the result of a great deal of debate
and confirmation within the science
community.
Factors That Influence Human Growth and
Development
Grade 6-8 Life Science - Florida (2017) > Human
Systems > Heredity and Reproduction > Genetic
Traits and Reproduction > Factors That Influence
Human Growth and Development > Explore >
Explore More Resources > Reading Passage: Gene
Facts and Figures
https://app.discoveryeducation.com/player/view/assetGuid/77fd5cfb-64a1-4ece-a049-c63e5b91adcc
SC.7.N.1.7: Explain that scientific knowledge is
the result of a great deal of debate
and confirmation within the science
community.
Trophic Relationships
Grade 6-8 Life Science - Florida (2017) >
Environment and Change > Interdependence of
Organisms > Trophic Relationships > Elaborate with
STEM > STEM Project Starters page 1 > Project:
History and the People of Ecology > Reading
Passage: Spigot Science: Ecosystems: Scientists Are
People Too
https://app.discoveryeducation.com/player/view/assetGuid/8B4A299F-9D93-40A1-9A00-482E6E03172F
SC.7.N.1.7: Explain that scientific knowledge is
the result of a great deal of debate
and confirmation within the science
community.
Levels of Classification
Grade 6-8 Life Science - Florida (2017) > Organisms
> Organizing Life > Levels of Classification > Explore
> Explore More Resources > Reading Passage: The
Evolution of Describing Evolution
https://app.discoveryeducation.com/player/view/assetGuid/659e708f-f750-4ef6-93e8-69a75be03ad7
SC.7.N.2.1: Identify an instance from the history
of science in which scientific
knowledge has changed when new
evidence or new interpretations are
encountered.
Darwin and Natural Selection
Grade 6-8 Life Science - Florida (2017) >
Environment and Change > Evolutionary Theory >
Darwin and Natural Selection > Explore > Explore
More Resources > Reading Passage: Variety Is the
Spice of Life
https://app.discoveryeducation.com/player/view/assetGuid/c3f7062f-6c33-4400-bba4-4b59cb6efc17
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SC.7.N.2.1: Identify an instance from the history
of science in which scientific
knowledge has changed when new
evidence or new interpretations are
encountered.
Mendel and Heredity
Grade 6-8 Life Science - Florida (2017) > Human
Systems > Heredity and Reproduction > Mendel
and Heredity > Explore > Explore More Resources >
Reading Passage: True Gene-ius
https://app.discoveryeducation.com/player/view/assetGuid/44af8964-6c1b-47a8-b994-2dc608b4c49e
SC.7.N.2.1: Identify an instance from the history
of science in which scientific
knowledge has changed when new
evidence or new interpretations are
encountered.
Cellular Respiration
Grade 6-8 Life Science - Florida (2017) >
Environment and Change > Energy for Life >
Cellular Respiration > Explore > Explore More
Resources > Reading Passage: It's Alive!
https://app.discoveryeducation.com/player/view/assetGuid/31ee18a0-58b3-464d-bdfa-d163efa326c9
SC.7.N.3.1: Recognize and explain the difference
between theories and laws and give
several examples of scientific
theories and the evidence that
supports them.
Darwin and Natural Selection
Grade 6-8 Life Science - Florida (2017) >
Environment and Change > Evolutionary Theory >
Darwin and Natural Selection > Explore > Core
Interactive Text page 1 > Reading Passage: Variety
Is the Spice of Life
https://app.discoveryeducation.com/player/view/assetGuid/c3f7062f-6c33-4400-bba4-4b59cb6efc17
SC.7.N.3.1: Recognize and explain the difference
between theories and laws and give
several examples of scientific
theories and the evidence that
supports them.
Cell Theory
Grade 6-8 Life Science - Florida (2017) > Organisms
> Investigating Cells > Cell Theory > Explore >
Explore More Resources > Reading Passage:
Discovery of Cells and Cell Theory
https://app.discoveryeducation.com/player/view/assetGuid/f36fa6df-e53b-4bf6-ba08-336e18bedf46
SC.7.N.3.2: Identify the benefits and limitations
of the use of scientific models.
Darwin and Natural Selection
Grade 6-8 Life Science - Florida (2017) >
Environment and Change > Evolutionary Theory >
Darwin and Natural Selection > Elaborate with
STEM > STEM Project Starters page 1 > Project:
Scientific Illustration
https://app.discoveryeducation.com/learn/techbook/units/b3772b03-9902-46da-b316-545e65db5f6f/concepts/bb6f4f76-e8cf-44cb-
9e94-7a9da3e2ecac/tabs/054d49d8-d8f5-4203-b276-19e25b56cc5f/pages/86e93530-aec7-4289-a773-7d0c9175b1b4
SC.7.N.3.2: Identify the benefits and limitations
of the use of scientific models.
Genes
Grade 6-8 Life Science - Florida (2017) > Human
Systems > Heredity and Reproduction > Genes >
Explore > Explore More Resources > Hands-On
Activity: Translating a Code
https://app.discoveryeducation.com/player/view/assetGuid/edb0d7b1-05bd-44e6-91c8-93a12435f0ca
SC.7.N.3.2: Identify the benefits and limitations
of the use of scientific models.
Mendel and Heredity
Grade 6-8 Life Science - Florida (2017) > Human
Systems > Heredity and Reproduction >Mendel and
Heredity > Explore > Explore More Resources >
Hands-On Activity: Punnett: Live
https://app.discoveryeducation.com/player/view/assetGuid/ef8186c4-d467-4af4-89ad-e6c3179acd4c
SC.8.L.18.1: Describe and investigate the process
of photosynthesis, such as the roles
of light, carbon dioxide, water and
chlorophyll; production of food;
release of oxygen.
Photosynthesis
Grade 6-8 Life Science - Florida (2017) >
Environment and Change > Energy for Life>
Photosynthesis > Elaborate with STEM > STEM
Project Starters page 3 > Project: Reactions of
Photosynthesis
https://app.discoveryeducation.com/learn/techbook/units/84de0344-4e74-4bcf-a8cc-2f2ce0c6e72c/concepts/c975df4b-055c-4fad-
bfaf-d60967ae3b70/tabs/054d49d8-d8f5-4203-b276-19e25b56cc5f/pages/7390dba9-3a05-41f1-949e-05257b6c0c51
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SC.8.L.18.1: Describe and investigate the process
of photosynthesis, such as the roles
of light, carbon dioxide, water and
chlorophyll; production of food;
release of oxygen.
Photosynthesis
Grade 6-8 Life Science - Florida (2017) >
Environment and Change > Energy for Life>
Photosynthesis > Explore > Core Interactive Text
page 1 > Reading Passage: Why Do Plants Need
Sunlight?
https://app.discoveryeducation.com/player/view/assetGuid/3257f656-b74e-4ae2-990e-9515bee8c9f8
SC.8.L.18.1: Describe and investigate the process
of photosynthesis, such as the roles
of light, carbon dioxide, water and
chlorophyll; production of food;
release of oxygen.
Photosynthesis
Grade 6-8 Life Science - Florida (2017) >
Environment and Change > Energy for Life>
Photosynthesis > Explore > Core Interactive Text
page 1 > Exploration: Seasons in the Cell
https://app.discoveryeducation.com/player/view/assetGuid/c522d170-3b8a-416c-917e-9030cb1c84b4
SC.8.L.18.2: Describe and investigate how cellular
respiration breaks down food to
provide energy and releases carbon
dioxide.
Photosynthesis
Grade 6-8 Life Science - Florida (2017) >
Environment and Change > Energy for Life>
Photosynthesis > Elaborate with STEM > STEM
Project Starters page 3 > Project: Reactions of
Photosynthesis
https://app.discoveryeducation.com/learn/techbook/units/84de0344-4e74-4bcf-a8cc-2f2ce0c6e72c/concepts/c975df4b-055c-4fad-
bfaf-d60967ae3b70/tabs/054d49d8-d8f5-4203-b276-19e25b56cc5f/pages/7390dba9-3a05-41f1-949e-05257b6c0c51
SC.8.L.18.2: Describe and investigate how cellular
respiration breaks down food to
provide energy and releases carbon
dioxide.
Cellular Respiration
Grade 6-8 Life Science - Florida (2017) >
Environment and Change > Energy for Life> Cellular
Respiration > Explore > Core Interactive Text page
2 > Exploration: Cellular Respiration
https://app.discoveryeducation.com/player/view/assetGuid/ab6576be-2296-4518-b684-52b619b495cc
SC.8.L.18.2: Describe and investigate how cellular
respiration breaks down food to
provide energy and releases carbon
dioxide.
Cellular Respiration
Grade 6-8 Life Science - Florida (2017) >
Environment and Change > Energy for Life> Cellular
Respiration > Elaborate with STEM > STEM in
Action: Careers and Cellular Respiration
https://app.discoveryeducation.com/learn/techbook/units/84de0344-4e74-4bcf-a8cc-2f2ce0c6e72c/concepts/139951f4-15e3-4094-
88d9-cd1605c5ae52/tabs/054d49d8-d8f5-4203-b276-19e25b56cc5f
SC.8.L.18.3: Construct a scientific model of the
carbon cycle to show how matter
and energy are continuously
transferred within and between
organisms and their physical
environment.
The Carbon Cycle
Grade 6-8 Life Science - Florida (2017) >
Environment and Change > Energy and Life > The
Carbon Cycle > Explore > Core Interactive Text page
1 > Hands-On Activity: Carbon Cycle
https://app.discoveryeducation.com/player/view/assetGuid/44536295-7055-488d-83be-36c0cc4e7476
SC.8.L.18.4: Cite evidence that living systems
follow the Laws of Conservation of
Mass and Energy.
Energy in Ecosystems
Grade 6-8 Life Science - Florida (2017) >
Environment and Change > Energy and Life >
Energy in Ecosystems > Explore > Core Interactive
Text page 3 > Hands-On Activity: The 10% Rule
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SC.8.N.1.1: Define a problem from the eighth
grade curriculum using appropriate
reference materials to support
scientific understanding, plan and
carry out scientific investigations of
various types, such as systematic
observations or experiments,
identify variables, collect and
organize data, interpret data in
charts, tables, and graphics, analyze
information, make predictions, and
defend conclusions.
The Carbon Cycle
Grade 6-8 Life Science - Florida (2017) >
Environment and Change > Energy and Life > The
Carbon Cycle > Explore > Explore More Resources >
Hands-On Activity: Ocean Acidity and Carbonate
Shells
https://app.discoveryeducation.com/player/view/assetGuid/a8ea0d24-3180-4258-b0b7-950c6b8ef4b1
SC.8.N.1.2: Design and conduct a study using
repeated trials and replication.
Populations
Grade 6-8 Life Science - Florida (2017) >
Environment and Change > Interdependence of
Organisms > Populations > Explore > Explore More
Resources > HOA: Carrying Capacity
https://app.discoveryeducation.com/player/view/assetGuid/52519ed5-0b15-4030-809d-92df71764285
SC.8.N.1.3: Use phrases such as "results
support" or "fail to support" in
science, understanding that science
does not offer conclusive 'proof' of a
knowledge claim.
Photosynthesis
Grade 6-8 Life Science - Florida (2017) >
Environment and Change > Energy for Life>
Photosynthesis > Explore > Explore More
Resources > Hands-On Activity: Starch and
Photosynthesis
https://app.discoveryeducation.com/player/view/assetGuid/0e48de5e-7cf8-40de-92a9-24d8506fbc27
SC.8.N.1.4: Explain how hypotheses are valuable
if they lead to further investigations,
even if they turn out not to be
supported by the data.
Populations
Grade 6-8 Life Science - Florida (2017) >
Environment and Change > Interdependence of
Organisms > Populations > Explore > Explore More
Resources > Reading Passage: Classifying Life at
Hydrothermal Vent
https://app.discoveryeducation.com/player/view/assetGuid/c5d1b258-2cac-4b11-883d-915a0f89efd1
SC.8.N.1.5: Analyze the methods used to
develop a scientific explanation as
seen in different fields of science.
Photosynthesis
Grade 6-8 Life Science - Florida (2017) >
Environment and Change > Energy for Life>
Photosynthesis > Elaborate with STEM > STEM in
Action: Careers and Photosynthesis
https://app.discoveryeducation.com/learn/techbook/units/84de0344-4e74-4bcf-a8cc-2f2ce0c6e72c/concepts/c975df4b-055c-4fad-
bfaf-d60967ae3b70/tabs/054d49d8-d8f5-4203-b276-19e25b56cc5f
SC.8.N.1.5: Analyze the methods used to
develop a scientific explanation as
seen in different fields of science.
Darwin and Natural Selection
Grade 6-8 Life Science - Florida (2017) >
Environment and Change > Evolutionary Theory >
Darwin and Natural Selection > Elaborate with
STEM > STEM in Action: What Is Natural History?
https://app.discoveryeducation.com/learn/techbook/units/b3772b03-9902-46da-b316-545e65db5f6f/concepts/bb6f4f76-e8cf-44cb-
9e94-7a9da3e2ecac/tabs/054d49d8-d8f5-4203-b276-19e25b56cc5f
SC.8.N.1.5: Analyze the methods used to
develop a scientific explanation as
seen in different fields of science.
Sexual
Grade 6-8 Life Science - Florida (2017) > Human
Systems > Heredity and Reproduction > Sexual >
Elaborate with STEM > STEM in Action: The Art of
Breeding
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a08a-8c0670e5e6e9/tabs/054d49d8-d8f5-4203-b276-19e25b56cc5f
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SC.8.N.1.6: Understand that scientific
investigations involve the collection
of relevant empirical evidence, the
use of logical reasoning, and the
application of imagination in
devising hypotheses, predictions,
explanations and models to make
sense of the collected evidence.
Photosynthesis
Grade 6-8 Life Science - Florida (2017) >
Environment and Change > Energy for Life>
Photosynthesis > Explore > Explore More
Resources > Hands-On Activity: Starch and
Photosynthesis
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SC.8.N.1.6: Understand that scientific
investigations involve the collection
of relevant empirical evidence, the
use of logical reasoning, and the
application of imagination in
devising hypotheses, predictions,
explanations and models to make
sense of the collected evidence.
Populations
Grade 6-8 Life Science - Florida (2017) >
Environment and Change > Interdependence of
Organisms > Populations > Explore > Explore More
Resources > Reading Passage: Classifying Life at
Hydrothermal Vent
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SC.8.N.1.6: Understand that scientific
investigations involve the collection
of relevant empirical evidence, the
use of logical reasoning, and the
application of imagination in
devising hypotheses, predictions,
explanations and models to make
sense of the collected evidence.
Darwin and Natural Selection
Grade 6-8 Life Science - Florida (2017) >
Environment and Change > Evolutionary Theory >
Darwin and Natural Selection > Elaborate with
STEM > STEM in Action: What Is Natural History?
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9e94-7a9da3e2ecac/tabs/054d49d8-d8f5-4203-b276-19e25b56cc5f
SC.8.N.2.1: Distinguish between scientific and
pseudoscientific ideas.
Cell Theory
Grade 6-8 Life Science - Florida (2017) > Organisms
> Investigating Cells > Cell Theory > Explore > Core
Interactive Text page 1 > Evidence or Just Fact?
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8286-e5a02996035b/tabs/759da9a7-2edf-4cde-9515-7081ca990764/pages/b583c2d0-3b8a-48e1-bf90-98e34aeb30d6
SC.8.N.2.1: Distinguish between scientific and
pseudoscientific ideas.
Change Over Time and the Fossil Record
Grade 6-8 Life Science -Florida (2017) >
Environment and Change > Evolutionary Theory >
Change Over Time and the Fossil Record > Explore
> Explore More Resources > Reading Passage:
Begin at the Beginning
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SC.8.N.2.2: Discuss what characterizes science
and its methods.
Photosynthesis
Grade 6-8 Life Science - Florida (2017) >
Environment and Change > Energy for Life>
Photosynthesis > Explore > Explore More
Resources > Hands-On Activity: Starch and
Photosynthesis
https://app.discoveryeducation.com/player/view/assetGuid/0e48de5e-7cf8-40de-92a9-24d8506fbc27
SC.8.N.2.2: Discuss what characterizes science
and its methods.
Levels of Classification
Grade 6-8 Life Science - Florida (2017) > Organisms
> Organizing Life > Levels of Classification > Explore
> Core Interactive Text page 3 > Reading Passage:
Carl Linnaeus
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SC.8.N.2.2: Discuss what characterizes science
and its methods.
Darwin and Natural Selection
Grade 6-8 Life Science - Florida (2017) >
Environment and Change > Evolutionary Theory >
Darwin and Natural Selection > Explore > Core
Interactive Text page 1 > Reading Passage: Variety
Is the Spice of Life
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SC.8.N.3.1: Select models useful in relating the
results of their own investigations.
Habitat Destruction
Grade 6-8 Life Science - Florida (2017) >
Environment and Change > Interdependence of
Organisms > Habitat Destruction > Explore > Core
Interactive Text page 2 > Hands-On Activity:
Machine Niche
https://app.discoveryeducation.com/player/view/assetGuid/DAB3DC6E-293D-40FB-B689-3FA2D37D1CEC
SC.8.N.3.1: Select models useful in relating the
results of their own investigations.
Relationships Among Organisms
Grade 6-8 Life Science - Florida (2017) >
Environment and Change > Interdependence of
Organisms > Relationships Among Organisms >
Elaborate with STEM > STEM Project Starters page
1 > Project: Food Web Disruption
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b3eb-b62c61c8d63d/tabs/054d49d8-d8f5-4203-b276-19e25b56cc5f/pages/55fddb2a-800b-4250-b7cc-2590c3fbfb53
SC.8.N.3.2: Explain why theories may be
modified but are rarely discarded.
Darwin and Natural Selection
Grade 6-8 Life Science - Florida (2017) >
Environment and Change > Evolutionary Theory >
Darwin and Natural Selection > Explore > Core
Interactive Text page 1 > Reading Passage: Variety
Is the Spice of Life
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SC.8.N.3.2: Explain why theories may be
modified but are rarely discarded.
Cell Theory
Grade 6-8 Life Science - Florida (2017) > Organisms
> Investigating Cells > Cell Theory > Explore >
Explore More Resources > Reading Passage:
Discovery of Cells and Cell Theory
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SC.8.N.4.1: Explain that science is one of the
processes that can be used to inform
decision making at the community,
state, national, and international
levels.
Over-Exploitation of Resources
Grade 6-8 Life Science - Florida (2017) >
Environment and Change > Interdependence of
Organisms > Over-Exploitation of Resources >
Explore > Explore More Resources > Reading
Passage: The Cost of Coal
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SC.8.N.4.1: Explain that science is one of the
processes that can be used to inform
decision making at the community,
state, national, and international
levels.
Relationships Among Organisms
Grade 6-8 Life Science - Florida (2017) >
Environment and Change > Interdependence of
Organisms > Relationships Among Organisms >
Explore > Core Interactive Text page 3 > Reading
Passage: The Importance of Keystone Species
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SC.8.N.4.1: Explain that science is one of the
processes that can be used to inform
decision making at the community,
state, national, and international
levels.
Relationships Among Organisms
Grade 6-8 Life Science - Florida (2017) >
Environment and Change > Interdependence of
Organisms > Relationships Among Organisms >
Explore > Core Interactive Text page 3 > Reading
Passage: Turtle Politics
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SC.8.N.4.2: Explain how political, social, and
economic concerns can affect
science, and vice versa.
Photosynthesis
Grade 6-8 Life Science - Florida (2017) >
Environment and Change > Energy for Life>
Photosynthesis > Elaborate with STEM > STEM
Project Starters page 1 > Project: Engineering
Better Crops
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SC.8.N.4.2: Explain how political, social, and
economic concerns can affect
science, and vice versa.
Relationships Among Organisms
Grade 6-8 Life Science - Florida (2017) >
Environment and Change > Interdependence of
Organisms > Relationships Among Organisms >
Explore > Core Interactive Text page 3 > Reading
Passage: Turtle Politics
https://app.discoveryeducation.com/player/view/assetGuid/f810f846-72fe-46d6-b3dc-f7d1b3191c82
SC.8.N.4.2: Explain how political, social, and
economic concerns can affect
science, and vice versa.
Cell Theory
Grade 6-8 Life Science - Florida (2017) > Organisms
> Investigating Cells > Cell Theory > Elaborate with
STEM > STEM Project Starters page 2 > Project:
Stem Cells and Controversies
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8286-e5a02996035b/tabs/054d49d8-d8f5-4203-b276-19e25b56cc5f/pages/b8cb572b-c5d7-4fc0-b272-69e11ffad643
LAFS.6.SL.1.2: Interpret information presented in
diverse media and formats (e.g.,
visually, quantitatively, orally) and
explain how it contributes to a topic,
text, or issue under study.
The Carbon Cycle
Grade 6-8 Life Science - Florida (2017) >
Environment and Change > Energy and Life > The
Carbon Cycle > Explore > Core Interactive Text page
2 > Carbon Emissions from Human Activities
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b9ae-d621c443042a/tabs/759da9a7-2edf-4cde-9515-7081ca990764/pages/dd87676b-5306-4fea-9eab-f23e98562f8e
LAFS.6.SL.1.2: Interpret information presented in
diverse media and formats (e.g.,
visually, quantitatively, orally) and
explain how it contributes to a topic,
text, or issue under study.
Mendel and Heredity
Grade 6-8 Life Science - Florida (2017) > Human
Systems > Heredity and Reproduction > Mendel
and Heredity > Elaborate with STEM > STEM
Project Starters page 1 > Project: Engineering
Better Produce
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9368-7c7b47a10b4b/tabs/054d49d8-d8f5-4203-b276-19e25b56cc5f/pages/a757fb74-f290-49a3-852e-f8545de8115c
LAFS.6.SL.1.3: Delineate a speaker’s argument and
specific claims, distinguishing claims
that are supported by reasons and
evidence from claims that are not.
Photosynthesis
Grade 6-8 Life Science - Florida (2017) >
Environment and Change > Energy for Life>
Photosynthesis > Elaborate with STEM > STEM
Project Starters page 1 > Project: Engineering
Better Crops
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bfaf-d60967ae3b70/tabs/054d49d8-d8f5-4203-b276-19e25b56cc5f/pages/5f7a5d0f-7b5f-417c-8ba5-b8bf67433abb
LAFS.6.SL.1.3: Delineate a speaker’s argument and
specific claims, distinguishing claims
that are supported by reasons and
evidence from claims that are not.
Cell Theory
Grade 6-8 Life Science - Florida (2017) > Organisms
> Investigating Cells > Cell Theory > Elaborate with
STEM > STEM Project Starters page 2 > Project:
Stem Cells and Controversies > Reading Passage:
Letter to the Editor: For Stem Cell Use
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LAFS.6.SL.1.3: Delineate a speaker’s argument and
specific claims, distinguishing claims
that are supported by reasons and
evidence from claims that are not.
Cell Theory
Grade 6-8 Life Science - Florida (2017) > Organisms
> Investigating Cells > Cell Theory > Elaborate with
STEM > STEM Project Starters page 2 > Project:
Stem Cells and Controversies > Reading Passage:
Letter to the Editor: Against Stem Cell Use
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LAFS.6.SL.1.1a: Come to discussions prepared,
having read or studied required
material; explicitly draw on that
preparation by referring to evidence
on the topic, text, or issue to probe
and reflect on ideas under
discussion.
Habitat Destruction
Grade 6-8 Life Science - Florida (2017) >
Environment and Change > Interdependence of
Organisms > Habitat Destruction > Elaborate with
STEM > STEM Project Starters page 2 > Project:
Examining Habitat Loss
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LAFS.6.SL.1.1b: Follow rules for collegial discussions,
set specific goals and deadlines, and
define individual roles as needed.
Darwin and Natural Selection
Grade 6-8 Life Science - Florida (2017) >
Environment and Change > Evolutionary Theory >
Explore > CIT page 3
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LAFS.6.SL.1.1c: Pose and respond to specific
questions with elaboration and
detail by making comments that
contribute to the topic, text, or issue
under discussion.
Darwin and Natural Selection
Grade 6-8 Life Science - Florida (2017) >
Environment and Change > Evolutionary Theory >
Explore > CIT page 3
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LAFS.6.SL.1.1d: Review the key ideas expressed and
demonstrate understanding of
multiple perspectives through
reflection and paraphrasing.
Darwin and Natural Selection
Grade 6-8 Life Science - Florida (2017) >
Environment and Change > Evolutionary Theory >
Explore > CIT page 3
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LAFS.6.SL.1.1a: Come to discussions prepared,
having read or studied required
material; explicitly draw on that
preparation by referring to evidence
on the topic, text, or issue to probe
and reflect on ideas under
discussion.
Cell Theory
Grade 6-8 Life Science - Florida (2017) > Organisms
> Investigating Cells > > Cell Theory > Elaborate
with STEM > STEM Project Starters page 2 >
Project: STEM Cells and Controversies
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8286-e5a02996035b/tabs/054d49d8-d8f5-4203-b276-19e25b56cc5f/pages/b8cb572b-c5d7-4fc0-b272-69e11ffad643
LAFS.6.SL.2.4: Present claims and findings,
sequencing ideas logically and using
pertinent descriptions, facts, and
details to accentuate main ideas or
themes; use appropriate eye
contact, adequate volume, and clear
pronunciation.
Populations
Grade 6-8 Life Science - Florida (2017) >
Environment and Change > Interdependence of
Organisms > Populations > Elaborate with STEM >
STEM Project Starters page 3 > Project: Don't Bug
Me, Please
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800c-8227164e90d0/tabs/054d49d8-d8f5-4203-b276-19e25b56cc5f/pages/594d3d93-8ad9-41ea-9c31-2a8fce495a17
LAFS.6.SL.2.4: Present claims and findings,
sequencing ideas logically and using
pertinent descriptions, facts, and
details to accentuate main ideas or
themes; use appropriate eye
contact, adequate volume, and clear
pronunciation.
Asexual
Grade 6-8 Life Science - Florida (2017) > Human
Systems > Heredity and Reproduction > Asexual >
Explore > Explore More Resources > Hands-On
Activity: Watching Yeast Grow
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LAFS.6.SL.2.4: Present claims and findings,
sequencing ideas logically and using
pertinent descriptions, facts, and
details to accentuate main ideas or
themes; use appropriate eye
contact, adequate volume, and clear
pronunciation.
Darwin and Natural Selection
Grade 6-8 Life Science - Florida (2017) >
Environment and Change > Evolutionary Theory >
Darwin and Natural Selection > Elaborate with
STEM > STEM Project Starters page 2 > Project:
What Did Darwin Do?
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LAFS.6.SL.2.5: Include multimedia components
(e.g., graphics, images, music, sound)
and visual displays in presentations
to clarify information.
The Carbon Cycle
Grade 6-8 Life Science - Florida (2017) >
Environment and Change > Energy and Life > The
Carbon Cycle > Elaborate with STEM > STEM
Project Starters page 2 > Project: Measuring Your
Carbon Footprint
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b9ae-d621c443042a/tabs/054d49d8-d8f5-4203-b276-19e25b56cc5f/pages/36cdf4c7-4330-402b-b2dd-7aa84e015da6
LAFS.6.SL.2.5: Include multimedia components
(e.g., graphics, images, music, sound)
and visual displays in presentations
to clarify information.
Energy in Ecosystems
Grade 6-8 Life Science - Florida (2017) >
Environment and Change > Energy and Life >
Energy and Ecosystems > Elaborate with STEM >
STEM Project Starters page 1 > Project: Energy
Flow in Caves
https://app.discoveryeducation.com/learn/techbook/units/84de0344-4e74-4bcf-a8cc-2f2ce0c6e72c/concepts/f02b1a1b-e34e-40cd-
9d5b-70eb660a955e/tabs/054d49d8-d8f5-4203-b276-19e25b56cc5f/pages/fb8cce56-82d2-4025-85c5-500699899fce
LAFS.6.SL.2.5: Include multimedia components
(e.g., graphics, images, music, sound)
and visual displays in presentations
to clarify information.
Darwin and Natural Selection
Grade 6-8 Life Science - Florida (2017) >
Environment and Change > Evolutionary Theory >
Darwin and Natural Selection > Elaborate with
STEM > STEM Project Starters page 2 > Project:
What Did Darwin Do?
https://app.discoveryeducation.com/learn/techbook/units/b3772b03-9902-46da-b316-545e65db5f6f/concepts/bb6f4f76-e8cf-44cb-
9e94-7a9da3e2ecac/tabs/054d49d8-d8f5-4203-b276-19e25b56cc5f/pages/7c74415f-77b5-48fd-8c42-d4b5a5a47d5f
LAFS.68.RST.1.1: Cite specific textual evidence to
support analysis of science and
technical texts.
Populations
Grade 6-8 Life Science - Florida (2017) >
Environment and Change > Interdependence of
Organisms > Populations > Explore > Explore More
Resources > Reading Passage: Classifying Life at
Hydrothermal Vent
https://app.discoveryeducation.com/player/view/assetGuid/c5d1b258-2cac-4b11-883d-915a0f89efd1
LAFS.68.RST.1.1: Cite specific textual evidence to
support analysis of science and
technical texts.
Darwin and Natural Selection
Grade 6-8 Life Science - Florida (2017) >
Environment and Change > Evolutionary Theory >
Darwin and Natural Selection > Explore > Core
Interactive Text page 1 > Reading Passage: Variety
Is the Spice of Life
https://app.discoveryeducation.com/player/view/assetGuid/c3f7062f-6c33-4400-bba4-4b59cb6efc17
LAFS.68.RST.1.2: Determine the central ideas or
conclusions of a text; provide an
accurate summary of the text
distinct from prior knowledge or
opinions.
Populations
Grade 6-8 Life Science - Florida (2017) >
Environment and Change > Interdependence of
Organisms > Populations > Explore > Explore More
Resources > Reading Passage: Classifying Life at
Hydrothermal Vent
https://app.discoveryeducation.com/player/view/assetGuid/c5d1b258-2cac-4b11-883d-915a0f89efd1
LAFS.68.RST.1.2: Determine the central ideas or
conclusions of a text; provide an
accurate summary of the text
distinct from prior knowledge or
opinions.
Asexual
Grade 6-8 Life Science - Florida (2017) > Human
Systems > Heredity and Reproduction > Asexual >
Elaborate with STEM > STEM Project Starters page
2 > Project: Engineering a Better Banana
https://app.discoveryeducation.com/learn/techbook/units/11020138-6e34-46c3-99cd-a274d9f11f5f/concepts/d5574736-7f6a-4687-
98c7-a8adb83be60f/tabs/054d49d8-d8f5-4203-b276-19e25b56cc5f/pages/7c8e4469-8664-4b1d-9a80-e8eb08016b56
LAFS.68.RST.1.2: Determine the central ideas or
conclusions of a text; provide an
accurate summary of the text
distinct from prior knowledge or
opinions.
Darwin and Natural Selection
Grade 6-8 Life Science - Florida (2017) >
Environment and Change > Evolutionary Theory >
Darwin and Natural Selection > Explore > Core
Interactive Text page 1 > Reading Passage: Variety
Is the Spice of Life
https://app.discoveryeducation.com/player/view/assetGuid/c3f7062f-6c33-4400-bba4-4b59cb6efc17
2016-2017 STATE OF FLORIDA INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS ADOPTION
STANDARDS ALIGNMENT
COURSE STANDARDS/BENCHMARKS (Form IM7)
BENCHMARK CODE BENCHMARKLESSONS WHERE STANDARD/BENCHMARK IS DIRECTLY ADDRESSED IN MAJOR TOOL (MOST IN-DEPTH COVERAGE LISTED FIRST)
(Include the student edition and teacher edition with the page numbers of lesson, a link to lesson, or other identifier for easy lookup by reviewers.)
LAFS.68.RST.1.3: Follow precisely a multistep
procedure when carrying out
experiments, taking measurements,
or performing technical tasks.
Photosynthesis
Grade 6-8 Life Science - Florida (2017) >
Environment and Change > Energy for Life>
Photosynthesis > Explore > Explore More
Resources > Hands-On Activity: Starch and
Photosynthesis
https://app.discoveryeducation.com/player/view/assetGuid/0e48de5e-7cf8-40de-92a9-24d8506fbc27
LAFS.68.RST.1.3: Follow precisely a multistep
procedure when carrying out
experiments, taking measurements,
or performing technical tasks.
The Carbon Cycle
Grade 6-8 Life Science - Florida (2017) >
Environment and Change > Energy and Life > The
Carbon Cycle > Elaborate with STEM > STEM
Project Starters page 1 > Project: Carbon Dating
https://app.discoveryeducation.com/learn/techbook/units/84de0344-4e74-4bcf-a8cc-2f2ce0c6e72c/concepts/7bd9f023-fd30-47cc-
b9ae-d621c443042a/tabs/054d49d8-d8f5-4203-b276-19e25b56cc5f/pages/453039ed-43e3-405c-bb2f-d2739eac65c0
LAFS.68.RST.2.4: Determine the meaning of symbols,
key terms, and other domain-specific
words and phrases as they are used
in a specific scientific or technical
context relevant to grades 6–8 texts
and topics.
Relationships Among Organisms
Grade 6-8 Life Science - Florida (2017) >
Environment and Change > Interdependence of
Organisms > Relationships Among Organisms >
Explore > Explore More Resources > Reading
Passage: Can't We All Just Get Along--Relationships
in the Ecosystem
https://app.discoveryeducation.com/player/view/assetGuid/c75123c9-9d9e-4250-b3d3-611fac9770c7
LAFS.68.RST.2.4: Determine the meaning of symbols,
key terms, and other domain-specific
words and phrases as they are used
in a specific scientific or technical
context relevant to grades 6–8 texts
and topics.
Asexual
Grade 6-8 Life Science - Florida (2017) > Human
Systems > Heredity and Reproduction > Asexual >
Explore > Explore More Resources > Reading
Passage: No Boys Allowed: Parthenogenesis in
Nature
https://app.discoveryeducation.com/player/view/assetGuid/8919b398-6874-4f73-aa8a-1e6f3c293c47
LAFS.68.RST.2.5: Analyze the structure an author uses
to organize a text, including how the
major sections contribute to the
whole and to an understanding of
the topic.
Over-Exploitation of Resources
Grade 6-8 Life Science - Florida (2017) >
Environment and Change > Interdependence of
Organisms > Over-Exploitation of Resources >
Explore > Explore More Resources > Reading
Passage: Getting Involved in Environmental Issues
https://app.discoveryeducation.com/player/view/assetGuid/810af6a5-8643-45e9-ac15-738fb9c5ee2b
LAFS.68.RST.2.5: Analyze the structure an author uses
to organize a text, including how the
major sections contribute to the
whole and to an understanding of
the topic.
Asexual
Grade 6-8 Life Science - Florida (2017) > Human
Systems > Heredity and Reproduction > Asexual >
Explore > Explore More Resources > Reading
Passage: No Boys Allowed: Parthenogenesis in
Nature
https://app.discoveryeducation.com/player/view/assetGuid/8919b398-6874-4f73-aa8a-1e6f3c293c47
LAFS.68.RST.2.6: Analyze the author’s purpose in
providing an explanation, describing
a procedure, or discussing an
experiment in a text.
Asexual
Grade 6-8 Life Science - Florida (2017) > Human
Systems > Heredity and Reproduction > Genetic
Traits and Reproduction > Asexual > Elaborate with
STEM > STEM in Action: Genetic Engineering and
Agriculture
https://app.discoveryeducation.com/learn/techbook/units/11020138-6e34-46c3-99cd-a274d9f11f5f/concepts/d5574736-7f6a-4687-
98c7-a8adb83be60f/tabs/054d49d8-d8f5-4203-b276-19e25b56cc5f
2016-2017 STATE OF FLORIDA INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS ADOPTION
STANDARDS ALIGNMENT
COURSE STANDARDS/BENCHMARKS (Form IM7)
BENCHMARK CODE BENCHMARKLESSONS WHERE STANDARD/BENCHMARK IS DIRECTLY ADDRESSED IN MAJOR TOOL (MOST IN-DEPTH COVERAGE LISTED FIRST)
(Include the student edition and teacher edition with the page numbers of lesson, a link to lesson, or other identifier for easy lookup by reviewers.)
LAFS.68.RST.2.6: Analyze the author’s purpose in
providing an explanation, describing
a procedure, or discussing an
experiment in a text.
Cellular Respiration
Grade 6-8 Life Science - Florida (2017) >
Environment and Change > Energy for Life> Cellular
Respiration > Elaborate with STEM > STEM Project
Starters page 2 > Project: Adding Up the Energy >
Reading Passage: The Process of Respiration
https://app.discoveryeducation.com/player/view/assetGuid/18678798-732c-4909-835e-86dbb1955d49
LAFS.68.RST.2.6: Analyze the author’s purpose in
providing an explanation, describing
a procedure, or discussing an
experiment in a text.
Darwin and Natural Selection
Grade 6-8 Life Science - Florida (2017) >
Environment and Change > Evolutionary Theory >
Darwin and Natural Selection > Elaborate with
STEM > STEM in Action: What Is Natural History?
https://app.discoveryeducation.com/learn/techbook/units/b3772b03-9902-46da-b316-545e65db5f6f/concepts/bb6f4f76-e8cf-44cb-
9e94-7a9da3e2ecac/tabs/054d49d8-d8f5-4203-b276-19e25b56cc5f/pages/d473457b-52ac-4305-a2de-e69735927514
LAFS.68.RST.3.7: Integrate quantitative or technical
information expressed in words in a
text with a version of that
information expressed visually (e.g.,
in a flowchart, diagram, model,
graph, or table).
Asexual
Grade 6-8 Life Science - Florida (2017) > Human
Systems > Heredity and Reproduction > Genetic
Traits and Reproduction > Asexual > Explore >
Explore More Resources > Hands-On Activity:
Watching Yeast Grow
https://app.discoveryeducation.com/player/view/assetGuid/b67b21cd-e89f-47fb-9bd2-40047a9c526e
LAFS.68.RST.3.7: Integrate quantitative or technical
information expressed in words in a
text with a version of that
information expressed visually (e.g.,
in a flowchart, diagram, model,
graph, or table).
Populations
Grade 6-8 Life Science - Florida (2017) >
Environment and Change > Interdependence of
Organisms > Populations > Explore > Explore More
Resources > Reading Passage: Classifying Life at
Hydrothermal Vent
https://app.discoveryeducation.com/player/view/assetGuid/c5d1b258-2cac-4b11-883d-915a0f89efd1
LAFS.68.RST.3.8: Distinguish among facts, reasoned
judgment based on research
findings, and speculation in a text.
Cell Theory
Grade 6-8 Life Science - Florida (2017) > Organisms
> Investigating Cells > Cell Theory > Elaborate with
STEM > STEM Project Starters page 2 > Project:
Stem Cells and Controversies > Reading Passage:
Letter to the Editor: For Stem Cell Use
https://app.discoveryeducation.com/player/view/assetGuid/FA4276F9-4AD8-4CB3-9B21-BA7D1B318C58
LAFS.68.RST.3.8: Distinguish among facts, reasoned
judgment based on research
findings, and speculation in a text.
Cell Theory
Grade 6-8 Life Science - Florida (2017) > Organisms
> Investigating Cells > Cell Theory > Elaborate with
STEM > STEM Project Starters page 2 > Project:
Stem Cells and Controversies > Reading Passage:
Letter to the Editor: Against Stem Cell Use
https://app.discoveryeducation.com/player/view/assetGuid/52F89625-433D-4DE8-AE8C-08412240CCE6
LAFS.68.RST.3.9: Compare and contrast the
information gained from
experiments, simulations, video, or
multimedia sources with that gained
from reading a text on the same
topic.
The Carbon Cycle
Grade 6-8 Life Science - Florida (2017) >
Environment and Change > Energy and Life > The
Carbon Cycle > Elaborate with STEM > STEM in
Action: Finding Fossil Fuels
https://app.discoveryeducation.com/learn/techbook/units/84de0344-4e74-4bcf-a8cc-2f2ce0c6e72c/concepts/7bd9f023-fd30-47cc-
b9ae-d621c443042a/tabs/054d49d8-d8f5-4203-b276-19e25b56cc5f
2016-2017 STATE OF FLORIDA INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS ADOPTION
STANDARDS ALIGNMENT
COURSE STANDARDS/BENCHMARKS (Form IM7)
BENCHMARK CODE BENCHMARKLESSONS WHERE STANDARD/BENCHMARK IS DIRECTLY ADDRESSED IN MAJOR TOOL (MOST IN-DEPTH COVERAGE LISTED FIRST)
(Include the student edition and teacher edition with the page numbers of lesson, a link to lesson, or other identifier for easy lookup by reviewers.)
LAFS.68.WHST.1.1: Write arguments focused on
discipline-specific content.
Influencing Inheritance
Grade 6-8 Life Science - Florida (2017) > Human
Systems > Heredity and Reproduction > Influencing
Inheritance > Elaborate with STEM > STEM Project
Starters page 2 > Project: GMO Cost/Benefit
Analysis
https://app.discoveryeducation.com/learn/techbook/units/11020138-6e34-46c3-99cd-a274d9f11f5f/concepts/e089ae91-f680-4352-
964f-7ed5dd76ea3f/tabs/054d49d8-d8f5-4203-b276-19e25b56cc5f/pages/4c91526f-e9b5-42a4-9bf6-e0f1eafd28cc
LAFS.68.WHST.1.1: a. Introduce claim(s) about a topic
or issue, acknowledge and
distinguish the claim(s) from
alternate or opposing claims, and
organize the reasons and
evidence logically.
Features and Naming
Grade 6-8 Life Science - Florida (2017) > Organisms
> Organizing Life > Features and Naming > Explain
https://app.discoveryeducation.com/learn/techbook/units/6217e816-3dff-430d-900d-390c99c126c6/concepts/786a48c9-6987-431a-
b497-d99f68111ca0/tabs/0df56444-5400-41eb-a6ce-de52b7efb950
LAFS.68.WHST.1.1: b. Support claim(s) with logical
reasoning and relevant, accurate
data and evidence that
demonstrate an understanding of
the topic or text, using credible
sources.
Features and Naming
Grade 6-8 Life Science - Florida (2017) > Organisms
> Organizing Life > Features and Naming > Explain
https://app.discoveryeducation.com/learn/techbook/units/6217e816-3dff-430d-900d-390c99c126c6/concepts/786a48c9-6987-431a-
b497-d99f68111ca0/tabs/0df56444-5400-41eb-a6ce-de52b7efb950
LAFS.68.WHST.1.1: c. Use words, phrases, and
clauses to create cohesion and
clarify the relationships among
claim(s), counterclaims, reasons,
and evidence.
Features and Naming
Grade 6-8 Life Science - Florida (2017) > Organisms
> Organizing Life > Features and Naming > Explain
https://app.discoveryeducation.com/learn/techbook/units/6217e816-3dff-430d-900d-390c99c126c6/concepts/786a48c9-6987-431a-
b497-d99f68111ca0/tabs/0df56444-5400-41eb-a6ce-de52b7efb950
LAFS.68.WHST.1.1: d. Establish and maintain a formal
style.
Features and Naming
Grade 6-8 Life Science - Florida (2017) > Organisms
> Organizing Life > Features and Naming > Explain
https://app.discoveryeducation.com/learn/techbook/units/6217e816-3dff-430d-900d-390c99c126c6/concepts/786a48c9-6987-431a-
b497-d99f68111ca0/tabs/0df56444-5400-41eb-a6ce-de52b7efb950
LAFS.68.WHST.1.1: e. Provide a concluding statement
or section that follows from and
supports the argument
presented.
Features and Naming
Grade 6-8 Life Science - Florida (2017) > Organisms
> Organizing Life > Features and Naming > Explain
https://app.discoveryeducation.com/learn/techbook/units/6217e816-3dff-430d-900d-390c99c126c6/concepts/786a48c9-6987-431a-
b497-d99f68111ca0/tabs/0df56444-5400-41eb-a6ce-de52b7efb950
LAFS.68.WHST.1.1: a. Introduce claim(s) about a topic
or issue, acknowledge and
distinguish the claim(s) from
alternate or opposing claims, and
organize the reasons and
evidence logically.
Overpopulation
Grade 6-8 Life Science - Florida (2017) >
Environments and Change > Interdependence of
Organisms > Overpopulation > Explain
https://app.discoveryeducation.com/learn/techbook/units/849c12c8-4544-4371-abb7-47b98571aaea/concepts/c029feee-6231-4a8f-
8249-a5610d637682/tabs/0df56444-5400-41eb-a6ce-de52b7efb950
LAFS.68.WHST.1.1: b. Support claim(s) with logical
reasoning and relevant, accurate
data and evidence that
demonstrate an understanding of
the topic or text, using credible
sources.
Overpopulation
Grade 6-8 Life Science - Florida (2017) >
Environments and Change > Interdependence of
Organisms > Overpopulation > Explain
https://app.discoveryeducation.com/learn/techbook/units/849c12c8-4544-4371-abb7-47b98571aaea/concepts/c029feee-6231-4a8f-
8249-a5610d637682/tabs/0df56444-5400-41eb-a6ce-de52b7efb950
LAFS.68.WHST.1.1: c. Use words, phrases, and
clauses to create cohesion and
clarify the relationships among
claim(s), counterclaims, reasons,
and evidence.
Overpopulation
Grade 6-8 Life Science - Florida (2017) >
Environments and Change > Interdependence of
Organisms > Overpopulation > Explain
https://app.discoveryeducation.com/learn/techbook/units/849c12c8-4544-4371-abb7-47b98571aaea/concepts/c029feee-6231-4a8f-
8249-a5610d637682/tabs/0df56444-5400-41eb-a6ce-de52b7efb950
LAFS.68.WHST.1.1: d. Establish and maintain a formal
style.
Overpopulation
Grade 6-8 Life Science - Florida (2017) >
Environments and Change > Interdependence of
Organisms > Overpopulation > Explain
https://app.discoveryeducation.com/learn/techbook/units/849c12c8-4544-4371-abb7-47b98571aaea/concepts/c029feee-6231-4a8f-
8249-a5610d637682/tabs/0df56444-5400-41eb-a6ce-de52b7efb950
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(Include the student edition and teacher edition with the page numbers of lesson, a link to lesson, or other identifier for easy lookup by reviewers.)
LAFS.68.WHST.1.1: e. Provide a concluding statement
or section that follows from and
supports the argument
presented.
Overpopulation
Grade 6-8 Life Science - Florida (2017) >
Environments and Change > Interdependence of
Organisms > Overpopulation > Explain
https://app.discoveryeducation.com/learn/techbook/units/849c12c8-4544-4371-abb7-47b98571aaea/concepts/c029feee-6231-4a8f-
8249-a5610d637682/tabs/0df56444-5400-41eb-a6ce-de52b7efb950
LAFS.68.WHST.1.1: Write arguments focused on
discipline-specific content.
Populations
Grade 6-8 Life Science - Florida (2017) >
Environment and Change > Interdependence of
Organisms > Populations > Elaborate with STEM >
STEM Project Starters page 3 > Project: Don't Bug
Me, Please
https://app.discoveryeducation.com/learn/techbook/units/849c12c8-4544-4371-abb7-47b98571aaea/concepts/968fc1d0-9b4a-4526-
800c-8227164e90d0/tabs/054d49d8-d8f5-4203-b276-19e25b56cc5f/pages/594d3d93-8ad9-41ea-9c31-2a8fce495a17
LAFS.68.WHST.1.1: Write arguments focused on
discipline-specific content.
Sexual
Grade 6-8 Life Science - Florida (2017) > Human
Systems > Heredity and Reproduction > Sexual >
Explore > Core Interactive Text page 3 > Which Is
Best?
https://app.discoveryeducation.com/learn/techbook/units/11020138-6e34-46c3-99cd-a274d9f11f5f/concepts/febe1fa5-3c74-4a79-
a08a-8c0670e5e6e9/tabs/759da9a7-2edf-4cde-9515-7081ca990764/pages/98d7722b-e3c4-4788-be6e-28772bde81e3
LAFS.68.WHST.1.2: Write informative/explanatory texts,
including the narration of historical
events, scientific procedures/
experiments, or technical processes.
Asexual
Grade 6-8 Life Science - Florida (2017) > Human
Systems > Heredity and Reproduction > Genetic
Traits and Reproduction > Asexual > Elaborate with
STEM > STEM Project Starters page 1 > Project:
How Many Copies Are There?
https://app.discoveryeducation.com/learn/techbook/units/11020138-6e34-46c3-99cd-a274d9f11f5f/concepts/d5574736-7f6a-4687-
98c7-a8adb83be60f/tabs/054d49d8-d8f5-4203-b276-19e25b56cc5f/pages/7e14975d-c74c-42d7-b5f2-4dcca69837b9
LAFS.68.WHST.1.2: a. Introduce a topic clearly,
previewing what is to follow;
organize ideas, concepts, and
information into broader
categories as appropriate to
achieving purpose; include
formatting (e.g., headings),
graphics (e.g., charts, tables), and
multimedia when useful to aiding
comprehension.
Influencing Inheritance
Grade 6-8 Life Science - Florida (2017) > Human
Systems > Heredity and Reproduction > Influencing
Inheritance > Elaborate with STEM > STEM Project
Starters page 2 > Project: GMO Cost/Benefit
Analysis
https://app.discoveryeducation.com/learn/techbook/units/11020138-6e34-46c3-99cd-a274d9f11f5f/concepts/e089ae91-f680-4352-
964f-7ed5dd76ea3f/tabs/054d49d8-d8f5-4203-b276-19e25b56cc5f/pages/4C91526F-E9B5-42A4-9BF6-E0F1EAFD28CC
LAFS.68.WHST.1.2: b. Develop the topic with
relevant, well-chosen facts,
definitions, concrete details,
quotations, or other information
and examples.
Influencing Inheritance
Grade 6-8 Life Science - Florida (2017) > Human
Systems > Heredity and Reproduction > Influencing
Inheritance > Elaborate with STEM > STEM Project
Starters page 2 > Project: GMO Cost/Benefit
Analysis
https://app.discoveryeducation.com/learn/techbook/units/11020138-6e34-46c3-99cd-a274d9f11f5f/concepts/e089ae91-f680-4352-
964f-7ed5dd76ea3f/tabs/054d49d8-d8f5-4203-b276-19e25b56cc5f/pages/4C91526F-E9B5-42A4-9BF6-E0F1EAFD28CC
LAFS.68.WHST.1.2: c. Use appropriate and varied
transitions to create cohesion and
clarify the relationships among
ideas and concepts.
Influencing Inheritance
Grade 6-8 Life Science - Florida (2017) > Human
Systems > Heredity and Reproduction > Influencing
Inheritance > Elaborate with STEM > STEM Project
Starters page 2 > Project: GMO Cost/Benefit
Analysis
https://app.discoveryeducation.com/learn/techbook/units/11020138-6e34-46c3-99cd-a274d9f11f5f/concepts/e089ae91-f680-4352-
964f-7ed5dd76ea3f/tabs/054d49d8-d8f5-4203-b276-19e25b56cc5f/pages/4C91526F-E9B5-42A4-9BF6-E0F1EAFD28CC
LAFS.68.WHST.1.2: d. Use precise language and
domain-specific vocabulary to
inform about or explain the topic.
Influencing Inheritance
Grade 6-8 Life Science - Florida (2017) > Human
Systems > Heredity and Reproduction > Influencing
Inheritance > Elaborate with STEM > STEM Project
Starters page 2 > Project: GMO Cost/Benefit
Analysis
https://app.discoveryeducation.com/learn/techbook/units/11020138-6e34-46c3-99cd-a274d9f11f5f/concepts/e089ae91-f680-4352-
964f-7ed5dd76ea3f/tabs/054d49d8-d8f5-4203-b276-19e25b56cc5f/pages/4C91526F-E9B5-42A4-9BF6-E0F1EAFD28CC
2016-2017 STATE OF FLORIDA INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS ADOPTION
STANDARDS ALIGNMENT
COURSE STANDARDS/BENCHMARKS (Form IM7)
BENCHMARK CODE BENCHMARKLESSONS WHERE STANDARD/BENCHMARK IS DIRECTLY ADDRESSED IN MAJOR TOOL (MOST IN-DEPTH COVERAGE LISTED FIRST)
(Include the student edition and teacher edition with the page numbers of lesson, a link to lesson, or other identifier for easy lookup by reviewers.)
LAFS.68.WHST.1.2: e. Establish and maintain a formal
style and objective tone.
Influencing Inheritance
Grade 6-8 Life Science - Florida (2017) > Human
Systems > Heredity and Reproduction > Influencing
Inheritance > Elaborate with STEM > STEM Project
Starters page 2 > Project: GMO Cost/Benefit
Analysis
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LAFS.68.WHST.1.2: f. Provide a concluding statement
or section that follows from and
supports the information or
explanation presented.
Influencing Inheritance
Grade 6-8 Life Science - Florida (2017) > Human
Systems > Heredity and Reproduction > Influencing
Inheritance > Elaborate with STEM > STEM Project
Starters page 2 > Project: GMO Cost/Benefit
Analysis
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LAFS.68.WHST.1.2: a. Introduce a topic clearly,
previewing what is to follow;
organize ideas, concepts, and
information into broader
categories as appropriate to
achieving purpose; include
formatting (e.g., headings),
graphics (e.g., charts, tables), and
multimedia when useful to aiding
comprehension.
Darwin and Natural Selection
Grade 6-8 Life Science - Florida (2017) >
Environment and Change > Evolutionary Theory >
Darwin and Natural Selection > Elaborate with
STEM > STEM Project Starter 2 > What Did Darwin
Do?
https://app.discoveryeducation.com/learn/techbook/units/b3772b03-9902-46da-b316-545e65db5f6f/concepts/bb6f4f76-e8cf-44cb-
9e94-7a9da3e2ecac/tabs/054d49d8-d8f5-4203-b276-19e25b56cc5f/pages/7C74415F-77B5-48FD-8C42-D4B5A5A47D5F
LAFS.68.WHST.1.2: b. Develop the topic with
relevant, well-chosen facts,
definitions, concrete details,
quotations, or other information
and examples.
Darwin and Natural Selection
Grade 6-8 Life Science - Florida (2017) >
Environment and Change > Evolutionary Theory >
Darwin and Natural Selection > Elaborate with
STEM > STEM Project Starter 2 > What Did Darwin
Do?
https://app.discoveryeducation.com/learn/techbook/units/b3772b03-9902-46da-b316-545e65db5f6f/concepts/bb6f4f76-e8cf-44cb-
9e94-7a9da3e2ecac/tabs/054d49d8-d8f5-4203-b276-19e25b56cc5f/pages/7C74415F-77B5-48FD-8C42-D4B5A5A47D5F
LAFS.68.WHST.1.2: c. Use appropriate and varied
transitions to create cohesion and
clarify the relationships among
ideas and concepts.
Darwin and Natural Selection
Grade 6-8 Life Science - Florida (2017) >
Environment and Change > Evolutionary Theory >
Darwin and Natural Selection > Elaborate with
STEM > STEM Project Starter 2 > What Did Darwin
Do?
https://app.discoveryeducation.com/learn/techbook/units/b3772b03-9902-46da-b316-545e65db5f6f/concepts/bb6f4f76-e8cf-44cb-
9e94-7a9da3e2ecac/tabs/054d49d8-d8f5-4203-b276-19e25b56cc5f/pages/7C74415F-77B5-48FD-8C42-D4B5A5A47D5F
LAFS.68.WHST.1.2: d. Use precise language and
domain-specific vocabulary to
inform about or explain the topic.
Darwin and Natural Selection
Grade 6-8 Life Science - Florida (2017) >
Environment and Change > Evolutionary Theory >
Darwin and Natural Selection > Elaborate with
STEM > STEM Project Starter 2 > What Did Darwin
Do?
https://app.discoveryeducation.com/learn/techbook/units/b3772b03-9902-46da-b316-545e65db5f6f/concepts/bb6f4f76-e8cf-44cb-
9e94-7a9da3e2ecac/tabs/054d49d8-d8f5-4203-b276-19e25b56cc5f/pages/7C74415F-77B5-48FD-8C42-D4B5A5A47D5F
LAFS.68.WHST.1.2: e. Establish and maintain a formal
style and objective tone.
Darwin and Natural Selection
Grade 6-8 Life Science - Florida (2017) >
Environment and Change > Evolutionary Theory >
Darwin and Natural Selection > Elaborate with
STEM > STEM Project Starter 2 > What Did Darwin
Do?
https://app.discoveryeducation.com/learn/techbook/units/b3772b03-9902-46da-b316-545e65db5f6f/concepts/bb6f4f76-e8cf-44cb-
9e94-7a9da3e2ecac/tabs/054d49d8-d8f5-4203-b276-19e25b56cc5f/pages/7C74415F-77B5-48FD-8C42-D4B5A5A47D5F
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LAFS.68.WHST.1.2: f. Provide a concluding statement
or section that follows from and
supports the information or
explanation presented.
Darwin and Natural Selection
Grade 6-8 Life Science - Florida (2017) >
Environment and Change > Evolutionary Theory >
Darwin and Natural Selection > Elaborate with
STEM > STEM Project Starter 2 > What Did Darwin
Do?
https://app.discoveryeducation.com/learn/techbook/units/b3772b03-9902-46da-b316-545e65db5f6f/concepts/bb6f4f76-e8cf-44cb-
9e94-7a9da3e2ecac/tabs/054d49d8-d8f5-4203-b276-19e25b56cc5f/pages/7C74415F-77B5-48FD-8C42-D4B5A5A47D5F
LAFS.68.WHST.1.2: Write informative/explanatory texts,
including the narration of historical
events, scientific procedures/
experiments, or technical processes.
Energy in Ecosystems
Grade 6-8 Life Science - Florida (2017) >
Environment and Change > Energy and Life >
Energy in Ecosystems > Elaborate with STEM >
STEM Project Starters page 2 > Project: Energy in
the Everglades
https://app.discoveryeducation.com/learn/techbook/units/84de0344-4e74-4bcf-a8cc-2f2ce0c6e72c/concepts/f02b1a1b-e34e-40cd-
9d5b-70eb660a955e/tabs/054d49d8-d8f5-4203-b276-19e25b56cc5f/pages/0f6a396d-2a9e-4cff-9909-ebee559a72af
LAFS.68.WHST.1.2: Write informative/explanatory texts,
including the narration of historical
events, scientific procedures/
experiments, or technical processes.
Relationships Among Organisms
Grade 6-8 Life Science - Florida (2017) >
Environment and Change > Interdependence of
Organisms > Relationships Among Organisms >
Elaborate with STEM > STEM Project Starters page
2 > Project: Nature's Design
https://app.discoveryeducation.com/learn/techbook/units/849c12c8-4544-4371-abb7-47b98571aaea/concepts/57ee83ba-63ff-4eec-
b3eb-b62c61c8d63d/tabs/054d49d8-d8f5-4203-b276-19e25b56cc5f/pages/53f6a3eb-7227-4f25-b79c-2795800c4c98
LAFS.68.WHST.2.4: Produce clear and coherent writing
in which the development,
organization, and style are
appropriate to task, purpose, and
audience.
Energy in Ecosystems
Grade 6-8 Life Science - Florida (2017) >
Environment and Change > Energy and Life >
Energy in Ecosystems > Elaborate with STEM >
STEM Project Starters page 2 > Project: Energy in
the Everglades
https://app.discoveryeducation.com/learn/techbook/units/84de0344-4e74-4bcf-a8cc-2f2ce0c6e72c/concepts/f02b1a1b-e34e-40cd-
9d5b-70eb660a955e/tabs/054d49d8-d8f5-4203-b276-19e25b56cc5f/pages/0f6a396d-2a9e-4cff-9909-ebee559a72af
LAFS.68.WHST.2.4: Produce clear and coherent writing
in which the development,
organization, and style are
appropriate to task, purpose, and
audience.
Trophic Relationships
Grade 6-8 Life Science - Florida (2017) >
Environment and Change > Interdependence of
Organisms > Trophic Relationships > Elaborate with
STEM > STEM Project Starters page 3 > Project: Will
Hunt for Food
https://app.discoveryeducation.com/learn/techbook/units/849c12c8-4544-4371-abb7-47b98571aaea/concepts/9f843ca4-e34e-46aa-
9001-1ca12a901506/tabs/054d49d8-d8f5-4203-b276-19e25b56cc5f/pages/db5037f5-047d-4cc1-9d1b-5e1667a5ae8f
LAFS.68.WHST.2.4: Produce clear and coherent writing
in which the development,
organization, and style are
appropriate to task, purpose, and
audience.
Darwin and Natural Selection
Grade 6-8 Life Science - Florida (2017) >
Environment and Change > Evolutionary Theory >
Darwin and Natural Selection > Elaborate with
STEM > STEM Project Starters page 2 > Project:
What Did Darwin Do?
https://app.discoveryeducation.com/learn/techbook/units/b3772b03-9902-46da-b316-545e65db5f6f/concepts/bb6f4f76-e8cf-44cb-
9e94-7a9da3e2ecac/tabs/054d49d8-d8f5-4203-b276-19e25b56cc5f/pages/7c74415f-77b5-48fd-8c42-d4b5a5a47d5f
LAFS.68.WHST.2.5: With some guidance and support
from peers and adults, develop and
strengthen writing as needed by
planning, revising, editing, rewriting,
or trying a new approach, focusing
on how well purpose and audience
have been addressed.
Energy in Ecosystems
Grade 6-8 Life Science - Florida (2017) >
Environment and Change > Energy and Life >
Energy in Ecosystems > Elaborate with STEM >
STEM Project Starters page 2 > Project: Energy in
the Everglades
https://app.discoveryeducation.com/learn/techbook/units/84de0344-4e74-4bcf-a8cc-2f2ce0c6e72c/concepts/f02b1a1b-e34e-40cd-
9d5b-70eb660a955e/tabs/054d49d8-d8f5-4203-b276-19e25b56cc5f/pages/0f6a396d-2a9e-4cff-9909-ebee559a72af
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STANDARDS ALIGNMENT
COURSE STANDARDS/BENCHMARKS (Form IM7)
BENCHMARK CODE BENCHMARKLESSONS WHERE STANDARD/BENCHMARK IS DIRECTLY ADDRESSED IN MAJOR TOOL (MOST IN-DEPTH COVERAGE LISTED FIRST)
(Include the student edition and teacher edition with the page numbers of lesson, a link to lesson, or other identifier for easy lookup by reviewers.)
LAFS.68.WHST.2.5: With some guidance and support
from peers and adults, develop and
strengthen writing as needed by
planning, revising, editing, rewriting,
or trying a new approach, focusing
on how well purpose and audience
have been addressed.
Relationships Among Organisms
Grade 6-8 Life Science - Florida (2017) >
Environment and Change > Interdependence of
Organisms > Relationships Among Organisms >
Elaborate with STEM > STEM Project Starters page
2 > Project: Nature's Design
https://app.discoveryeducation.com/learn/techbook/units/37900633-a465-47af-bec7-cc58d18464b3/concepts/57ee83ba-63ff-4eec-
b3eb-b62c61c8d63d/tabs/054d49d8-d8f5-4203-b276-19e25b56cc5f/pages/53f6a3eb-7227-4f25-b79c-2795800c4c98
LAFS.68.WHST.2.5: With some guidance and support
from peers and adults, develop and
strengthen writing as needed by
planning, revising, editing, rewriting,
or trying a new approach, focusing
on how well purpose and audience
have been addressed.
Darwin and Natural Selection
Grade 6-8 Life Science - Florida (2017) >
Environment and Change > Evolutionary Theory >
Darwin and Natural Selection > Elaborate with
STEM > STEM Project Starters page 2 > Project:
What Did Darwin Do?
https://app.discoveryeducation.com/learn/techbook/units/b3772b03-9902-46da-b316-545e65db5f6f/concepts/bb6f4f76-e8cf-44cb-
9e94-7a9da3e2ecac/tabs/054d49d8-d8f5-4203-b276-19e25b56cc5f/pages/7c74415f-77b5-48fd-8c42-d4b5a5a47d5f
LAFS.68.WHST.2.6: Use technology, including the
Internet, to produce and publish
writing and present the relationships
between information and ideas
clearly and efficiently.
Levels of Classification
Grade 6-8 Life Science - Florida (2017) > Organisms
> Organizing Life > Levels of Classification >
Elaborate with STEM > STEM Project Starters page
1 > Project: Creating Your Own System for
Classifying Beans
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8f84-226096d6376b/tabs/054d49d8-d8f5-4203-b276-19e25b56cc5f/pages/d197e381-3253-4d7a-b0cc-65375ee0a9d7
LAFS.68.WHST.2.6: Use technology, including the
Internet, to produce and publish
writing and present the relationships
between information and ideas
clearly and efficiently.
The Carbon Cycle
Grade 6-8 Life Science - Florida (2017) >
Environment and Change > Energy and Life > The
Carbon Cycle > Elaborate with STEM > STEM
Project Starters page 2 > Project: Measuring Your
Carbon Footprint
https://app.discoveryeducation.com/learn/techbook/units/84de0344-4e74-4bcf-a8cc-2f2ce0c6e72c/concepts/7bd9f023-fd30-47cc-
b9ae-d621c443042a/tabs/054d49d8-d8f5-4203-b276-19e25b56cc5f/pages/36cdf4c7-4330-402b-b2dd-7aa84e015da6
LAFS.68.WHST.2.6: Use technology, including the
Internet, to produce and publish
writing and present the relationships
between information and ideas
clearly and efficiently.
Darwin and Natural Selection
Grade 6-8 Life Science - Florida (2017) >
Environment and Change > Evolutionary Theory >
Darwin and Natural Selection > Elaborate with
STEM > STEM Project Starters page 2 > Project:
What Did Darwin Do?
https://app.discoveryeducation.com/learn/techbook/units/b3772b03-9902-46da-b316-545e65db5f6f/concepts/bb6f4f76-e8cf-44cb-
9e94-7a9da3e2ecac/tabs/054d49d8-d8f5-4203-b276-19e25b56cc5f/pages/7c74415f-77b5-48fd-8c42-d4b5a5a47d5f
LAFS.68.WHST.3.7: Conduct short research projects to
answer a question (including a self-
generated question), drawing on
several sources and generating
additional related, focused questions
that allow for multiple avenues of
exploration.
Adaptations
Grade 6-8 Life Science - Florida (2017) >
Environment and Change > Evolutionary Theory
>Adaptations > Elaborate with STEM > STEM
Project Starters page 1 > Project: Adaptations of a
Desert Lizard
https://app.discoveryeducation.com/learn/techbook/units/b3772b03-9902-46da-b316-545e65db5f6f/concepts/4237086c-9d21-42d3-
acd8-751640b62e63/tabs/054d49d8-d8f5-4203-b276-19e25b56cc5f/pages/7e2e1710-beb0-4927-81ea-1fb64ffc2a3f
LAFS.68.WHST.3.7: Conduct short research projects to
answer a question (including a self-
generated question), drawing on
several sources and generating
additional related, focused questions
that allow for multiple avenues of
exploration.
Habitat Destruction
Grade 6-8 Life Science - Florida (2017) >
Environment and Change > Interdependence of
Organisms > Habitat Destruction > Elaborate with
STEM > STEM Project Starters page 2 > Project:
Examining Habitat Loss
https://app.discoveryeducation.com/learn/techbook/units/849c12c8-4544-4371-abb7-47b98571aaea/concepts/1f143599-a822-44e5-
a60a-061a0641d827/tabs/054d49d8-d8f5-4203-b276-19e25b56cc5f/pages/e0589aa8-6af4-4580-8b8d-7687f32232bb
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STANDARDS ALIGNMENT
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BENCHMARK CODE BENCHMARKLESSONS WHERE STANDARD/BENCHMARK IS DIRECTLY ADDRESSED IN MAJOR TOOL (MOST IN-DEPTH COVERAGE LISTED FIRST)
(Include the student edition and teacher edition with the page numbers of lesson, a link to lesson, or other identifier for easy lookup by reviewers.)
LAFS.68.WHST.3.8: Gather relevant information from
multiple print and digital sources,
using search terms effectively; assess
the credibility and accuracy of each
source; and quote or paraphrase the
data and conclusions of others while
avoiding plagiarism and following a
standard format for citation.
Factors That Influence Human Growth and
Development
Grade 6-8 Life Science - Florida (2017) > Human
Systems > Heredity and Reproduction > Genetic
Traits and Reproduction > Factors That Influence
Human Growth and Development > Elaborate with
STEM > STEM in Action: Finding a Killer Gene
https://app.discoveryeducation.com/learn/techbook/units/11020138-6e34-46c3-99cd-a274d9f11f5f/concepts/219c9bb7-7775-4005-
bdd5-e700be2723d5/tabs/054d49d8-d8f5-4203-b276-19e25b56cc5f/pages/eed20b2d-c7ef-4a3c-a873-7bd13e1ee780
LAFS.68.WHST.3.8: Gather relevant information from
multiple print and digital sources,
using search terms effectively; assess
the credibility and accuracy of each
source; and quote or paraphrase the
data and conclusions of others while
avoiding plagiarism and following a
standard format for citation.
Darwin and Natural Selection
Grade 6-8 Life Science - Florida (2017) >
Environment and Change > Evolutionary Theory >
Darwin and Natural Selection > Elaborate with
STEM > STEM Project Starters page 2 > Project:
What Did Darwin Do?
https://app.discoveryeducation.com/learn/techbook/units/b3772b03-9902-46da-b316-545e65db5f6f/concepts/bb6f4f76-e8cf-44cb-
9e94-7a9da3e2ecac/tabs/054d49d8-d8f5-4203-b276-19e25b56cc5f/pages/7c74415f-77b5-48fd-8c42-d4b5a5a47d5f
LAFS.68.WHST.3.8: Gather relevant information from
multiple print and digital sources,
using search terms effectively; assess
the credibility and accuracy of each
source; and quote or paraphrase the
data and conclusions of others while
avoiding plagiarism and following a
standard format for citation.
Factors That Influence Human Growth and
Development
Grade 6-8 Life Science - Florida (2017) > Human
Systems > Heredity and Reproduction > Genetic
Traits and Reproduction > Factors That Influence
Human Growth and Development > Explore >
Explore More Resources > Hands-On Activity:
Healthy Living Campaign
https://app.discoveryeducation.com/player/view/assetGuid/66886dbe-bfb2-4f01-a55e-5d77a3ff6ed1
LAFS.68.WHST.3.9: Draw evidence from informational
texts to support analysis reflection,
and research.
Factors That Influence Human Growth and
Development
Grade 6-8 Life Science - Florida (2017) > Human
Systems > Heredity and Reproduction > Genetic
Traits and Reproduction > Factors That Influence
Human Growth and Development > Elaborate with
STEM > STEM Project Starters page 2 > Project:
Gene Therapy
https://app.discoveryeducation.com/learn/techbook/units/11020138-6e34-46c3-99cd-a274d9f11f5f/concepts/219c9bb7-7775-4005-
bdd5-e700be2723d5/tabs/054d49d8-d8f5-4203-b276-19e25b56cc5f/pages/23e70491-2110-4695-aa43-108b9c8c0031
LAFS.68.WHST.3.9: Draw evidence from informational
texts to support analysis reflection,
and research.
The Carbon Cycle
Grade 6-8 Life Science - Florida (2017) >
Environment and Change > Energy and Life > The
Carbon Cycle > Elaborate with STEM > STEM
Project Starters page 2 > Project: Measuring Your
Carbon Footprint
https://app.discoveryeducation.com/learn/techbook/units/84de0344-4e74-4bcf-a8cc-2f2ce0c6e72c/concepts/7bd9f023-fd30-47cc-
b9ae-d621c443042a/tabs/054d49d8-d8f5-4203-b276-19e25b56cc5f/pages/36cdf4c7-4330-402b-b2dd-7aa84e015da6
LAFS.68.WHST.4.10: Write routinely over extended time
frames (time for reflection and
revision) and shorter time frames (a
single sitting or a day or two) for a
range of discipline-specific tasks,
purposes, and audiences.
The Carbon Cycle
Grade 6-8 Life Science - Florida (2017) >
Environment and Change > Energy and Life > The
Carbon Cycle > Elaborate with STEM > STEM
Project Starters page 2 > Project: Measuring Your
Carbon Footprint
https://app.discoveryeducation.com/learn/techbook/units/84de0344-4e74-4bcf-a8cc-2f2ce0c6e72c/concepts/7bd9f023-fd30-47cc-
b9ae-d621c443042a/tabs/054d49d8-d8f5-4203-b276-19e25b56cc5f/pages/36cdf4c7-4330-402b-b2dd-7aa84e015da6
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STANDARDS ALIGNMENT
COURSE STANDARDS/BENCHMARKS (Form IM7)
BENCHMARK CODE BENCHMARKLESSONS WHERE STANDARD/BENCHMARK IS DIRECTLY ADDRESSED IN MAJOR TOOL (MOST IN-DEPTH COVERAGE LISTED FIRST)
(Include the student edition and teacher edition with the page numbers of lesson, a link to lesson, or other identifier for easy lookup by reviewers.)
LAFS.68.WHST.4.10: Write routinely over extended time
frames (time for reflection and
revision) and shorter time frames (a
single sitting or a day or two) for a
range of discipline-specific tasks,
purposes, and audiences.
Controlling the Body
Grade 6-8 Life Science - Florida (2017) > Human
Body Systems > Controlling the Body > Elaborate
with STEM > STEM Project Starters page 3 >
Project: Technology of Diabetes Treatments
https://app.discoveryeducation.com/learn/techbook/units/016abc5a-880e-4df8-b634-27b752656f8f/concepts/c6074685-531d-4215-
8294-73b150d38fcb/tabs/054d49d8-d8f5-4203-b276-19e25b56cc5f/pages/7DA12C93-AFC0-4E32-A98B-AA0BD2C3CEB0
MAFS.6.EE.3.9: Use variables to represent two
quantities in a real-world problem
that change in relationship to one
another; write an equation to
express one quantity, thought of as
the dependent variable, in terms of
the other quantity, thought of as the
independent variable. Analyze the
relationship between the dependent
and independent variables using
graphs and tables, and relate these
to the equation. For example, in a
problem involving motion at
constant speed, list and graph
ordered pairs of distances and times,
and write the equation d = 65t to
represent the relationship between
distance and time.
Cellular Respiration
Grade 6-8 Life Science - Florida (2017) >
Environment and Change > Energy for Life> Cellular
Respiration > Elaborate with STEM > STEM in
Action: Careers and Cellular Respiration
https://app.discoveryeducation.com/learn/techbook/units/84de0344-4e74-4bcf-a8cc-2f2ce0c6e72c/concepts/139951f4-15e3-4094-
88d9-cd1605c5ae52/tabs/054d49d8-d8f5-4203-b276-19e25b56cc5f
MAFS.6.EE.3.9: Use variables to represent two
quantities in a real-world problem
that change in relationship to one
another; write an equation to
express one quantity, thought of as
the dependent variable, in terms of
the other quantity, thought of as the
independent variable. Analyze the
relationship between the dependent
and independent variables using
graphs and tables, and relate these
to the equation. For example, in a
problem involving motion at
constant speed, list and graph
ordered pairs of distances and times,
and write the equation d = 65t to
represent the relationship between
distance and time.
Asexual
Grade 6-8 Life Science - Florida (2017) > Human
Systems > Heredity and Reproduction > Asexual >
Explore > Explore More Resources > Hands-On
Activity: Watching Yeast Grow
https://app.discoveryeducation.com/player/view/assetGuid/b67b21cd-e89f-47fb-9bd2-40047a9c526e
2016-2017 STATE OF FLORIDA INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS ADOPTION
STANDARDS ALIGNMENT
COURSE STANDARDS/BENCHMARKS (Form IM7)
BENCHMARK CODE BENCHMARKLESSONS WHERE STANDARD/BENCHMARK IS DIRECTLY ADDRESSED IN MAJOR TOOL (MOST IN-DEPTH COVERAGE LISTED FIRST)
(Include the student edition and teacher edition with the page numbers of lesson, a link to lesson, or other identifier for easy lookup by reviewers.)
MAFS.6.EE.3.9: Use variables to represent two
quantities in a real-world problem
that change in relationship to one
another; write an equation to
express one quantity, thought of as
the dependent variable, in terms of
the other quantity, thought of as the
independent variable. Analyze the
relationship between the dependent
and independent variables using
graphs and tables, and relate these
to the equation. For example, in a
problem involving motion at
constant speed, list and graph
ordered pairs of distances and times,
and write the equation d = 65t to
represent the relationship between
distance and time.
Energy in Ecosystems
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Environment and Change > Energy and Life >
Energy in Ecosystems > Explore > Core Interactive
Text page 3 > Hands-On Activity: The 10% Rule
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MAFS.6.SP.2.4: Display numerical data in plots on a
number line, including dot plots,
histograms, and box plots.
Adaptations
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Environment and Change > Evolutionary Theory >
Adapatations > Elaborate with STEM > STEM
Project Starter: Common Garden Experiment
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MAFS.6.SP.2.5: Summarize numerical data sets in
relation to their context, such as by:
Populations
Grade 6-8 Life Science - Florida (2017) >
Environment and Change > Interdependence of
Organisms > Populations > Elaborate with STEM >
STEM Project Starters page 2 > Project: Limiting
Factor in Action
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MAFS.6.SP.2.5: a. Reporting the number of
observations. Adaptations
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Environment and Change > Evolutionary Theory >
Adapatations > Elaborate with STEM > STEM
Project Starter: Common Garden Experiment
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MAFS.6.SP.2.5: b. Describing the nature of the
attribute under investigation,
including how it was measured
and its units of measurement.
Adaptations
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Environment and Change > Evolutionary Theory >
Adapatations > Elaborate with STEM > STEM
Project Starter: Common Garden Experiment
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2016-2017 STATE OF FLORIDA INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS ADOPTION
STANDARDS ALIGNMENT
COURSE STANDARDS/BENCHMARKS (Form IM7)
BENCHMARK CODE BENCHMARKLESSONS WHERE STANDARD/BENCHMARK IS DIRECTLY ADDRESSED IN MAJOR TOOL (MOST IN-DEPTH COVERAGE LISTED FIRST)
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MAFS.6.SP.2.5: c. Giving quantitative measures of
center (median and/or mean) and
variability (interquartile range
and/or mean absolute deviation),
as well as describing any overall
pattern and any striking
deviations from the overall
pattern with reference to the
context in which the data were
gathered.
Adaptations
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Environment and Change > Evolutionary Theory >
Adapatations > Elaborate with STEM > STEM
Project Starter: Common Garden Experiment
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MAFS.6.SP.2.5: d. Relating the choice of
measures of center and variability
to the shape of the data
distribution and the context in
which the data were gathered.
Adaptations
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Environment and Change > Evolutionary Theory >
Adapatations > Elaborate with STEM > STEM
Project Starter: Common Garden Experiment
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HE.6.C.1.8: Examine the likelihood of injury or
illness if engaging in unhealthy/risky
behaviors.
Controlling the Body
Grade 6-8 Life Science - Florida (2017) > Human
Body Systems > Controlling the Body > Elaborate
with STEM > STEM Project Starters page 2 >
Project: Sleepy Students
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HE.6.C.1.8: Examine the likelihood of injury or
illness if engaging in unhealthy/risky
behaviors.
Factors That Influence Human Growth and
Development
Grade 6-8 Life Science - Florida (2017) > Human
Systems > Heredity and Reproduction > Genetic
Traits and Reproduction > Factors That Influence
Human Growth and Development > Explore > Core
Interactive Text page 1
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HE.6.C.1.8: Examine the likelihood of injury or
illness if engaging in unhealthy/risky
behaviors.
Factors That Influence Human Growth and
Development
Grade 6-8 Life Science - Florida (2017) > Human
Systems > Heredity and Reproduction > Genetic
Traits and Reproduction > Factors That Influence
Human Growth and Development > Explore >
Explore More Resources > Reading Passage:
Physician's Log: Lifestyle Choices
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HE.7.C.1.3: Analyze how environmental factors
affect personal health.
Factors That Influence Human Growth and
Development
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Systems > Heredity and Reproduction > Genetic
Traits and Reproduction > Factors That Influence
Human Growth and Development > Explore > Core
Interactive Text page 2
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COURSE STANDARDS/BENCHMARKS (Form IM7)
BENCHMARK CODE BENCHMARKLESSONS WHERE STANDARD/BENCHMARK IS DIRECTLY ADDRESSED IN MAJOR TOOL (MOST IN-DEPTH COVERAGE LISTED FIRST)
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HE.7.C.1.3: Analyze how environmental factors
affect personal health.
Factors That Influence Human Growth and
Development
Grade 6-8 Life Science - Florida (2017) > Human
Systems > Heredity and Reproduction > Genetic
Traits and Reproduction > Factors That Influence
Human Growth and Development > Explore >
Explore More Resources > Reading Passage:
Human Growth and Development
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HE.7.C.1.3: Analyze how environmental factors
affect personal health.
Factors That Influence Human Growth and
Development
Grade 6-8 Life Science - Florida (2017) > Human
Systems > Heredity and Reproduction > Genetic
Traits and Reproduction > Factors That Influence
Human Growth and Development > Explore >
Explore More Resources > Reading Passage:
Hazardous to Your Health
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HE.7.C.1.7: Describe how heredity can affect
personal health.
Factors That Influence Human Growth and
Development
Grade 6-8 Life Science - Florida (2017) > Human
Systems > Heredity and Reproduction > Genetic
Traits and Reproduction > Factors That Influence
Human Growth and Development > Explore > Core
Interactive Text page 4
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HE.7.C.1.7: Describe how heredity can affect
personal health.
Factors That Influence Human Growth and
Development
Grade 6-8 Life Science - Florida (2017) > Human
Systems > Heredity and Reproduction > Genetic
Traits and Reproduction > Factors That Influence
Human Growth and Development > Explore >
Explore More Resources > Reading Passage:
Genetic Disorders
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SC.6.L.14.6: Compare and contrast types of
infectious agents that may infect the
human body, including viruses,
bacteria, fungi, and parasites.
The Human Life Cycle
Comprehensive Science 1 - Florida (2017) > Body
Systems > The Human Life Cycle > Explore >
Explore More Resources > Reading Passage:Getting
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SC.6.L.14.6: Compare and contrast types of
infectious agents that may infect the
human body, including viruses,
bacteria, fungi, and parasites.
The Human Life Cycle
Comprehensive Science 1 - Florida (2017) > Body
Systems > The Human Life Cycle > Explore >
Explore More Resources > Video: Pathogens and
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SC.6.L.14.6: Compare and contrast types of
infectious agents that may infect the
human body, including viruses,
bacteria, fungi, and parasites.
The Body Machine
Comprehensive Science 1 - Florida (2017) > Human
Body > The Body Machine > Explore > Explore
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