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Teaching Materials to support Alberta K-12 Science Curriculum. Find materials to support lessons, unit plans, long range plans, literature across the curriculum and professional growth.

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AB. Ed. Programs of Study and Supports

Science Programs of Study 7-9
Outline what Alberta teachers are required to teach. Introductory material frames the outcomes.
Jr. High Science Supports
Program Supports are updated regularly and help teachers interpret the Programs of Study.
LearnAlberta Resource Search
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Browse outcomes from the Programs of Study to identify resources associated with a specific outcome.

Texts/Programs

Science in Action 7 by Addison Wesley Canada
Call Number: 500 Sci. Gr. 7

Publication Date: 2001-2

v.1. text ; v.2. Teacher's resource package: General Information ; v.3. Teacher's resource package: Units A & B ; v.4. Teacher's resource package: Units C, D & E ; v.5. Teacher's resource package CD-ROM ; v.6. 25 transparencies ; v.7. 1 videocassette ; v.8. Test Manager CD-ROM
Science Focus 7 by McGraw-Hill Ryerson
Call Number: 500 Sci Gr. 7

Publication Date: 2001-2

v.1. Student textbook ; v.2. Teacher's resource binder ; v.3. Teacher's resource binder: Units 1 & 2 -- v.4. Teacher's resource binder: Units 3, 4 & 5 ; v.5. Teacher's resource binder: Blackline masters v.6. Teacher's resource binder: Blackline masters CD-ROM ; v.7. 1 videocassette ; v.8. Illustrations CD-ROM ; v.9. 2 Computerized assessment bank CD-ROMs

Web Links

ATA Library Subject Guides
Curated collection of interactive Web Links that align with AB Education Outcomes.
Grade Seven Science Resources
A wide range of lesson resources developed and shared by Black Gold Regional School Division.
Hands-On Science: Building Curiosity in the Classroom…
(Hannah Stonjeck) In what ways does frequent use of interactive and hands-on learning experiences engage learners and foster curiosity about the Nature of Science?
Education for Reconciliation
AB Ed. Samples lessons in Fine Arts, Science, ELA and Social Studies from Gr. 1-9.
Canadian Encyclopedia
(Gr. 5-12) Multi-disciplinary source includes geography and science "Collections" features include many topics of interest. Use search icon to find specific topics.

Curriculum Lab Subscriptions

Gizmos! Interactive Simulations
Gr. 4-12, by Explore Learning. Search by AB Curriculum Standard. Educ Students: contact us to set up an account.
AAC Assessment Materials
Sample performance tasks and rubrics for multiple subjects. Uleth Ed. Students can CREATE AN ACCOUNT. Use your Uleth email to register a new account.

Teacher Websites

Mme. Green's Classroom
Award winning Jr. High Stem teacher who prioritizes authentic, engaging experiences for her students shares experiences and resources with colleagues. Support for both English and French.
Mrs. Arsenault's Nerdy World of Science
Award-winning Alberta Science teacher who designs and freely shares innovative and engaging materials.
Elk Island Public Schools Jr. High Science Resources
Labs and Activities! Under Each Topic is a list of hyperlinks that open student copies. There is also an overview chart of all materials required. Some references to page numbers for the Science Focus Text are included. Part of the Elk Island Public Schools and Elk Island Catholic Schools Partners for Science project,

Materials in the Curriculum Lab

Science 7 : student notes and problems
Call Number: 375 Science Alta. Gr.7 v. 1

Science Kits and Equipment to Borrow

Related Materials

Diversity of Life by Delta Education
Call Number: 570 Div

Publication Date: 2003
Hands-On Science and Technology: Grade Seven by Portage & Main Press Canada
Call Number: 507 Han

Publication Date: 2004
Environmental Detectives by Lawrence Hall of Science
Call Number: 363.73 Bea Gr.7

Publication Date: 2001
Ecosystems by Carolina Biological Supply Co.
Call Number: 574.5 Eco

Publication Date: 1996
Ecosystems by Addison-Wesley Canada
Call Number: 577 Eco

Publication Date: 2000
Acid Rain by Lawrence Hall of Science
Call Number: 363.7386 Hoc

Publication Date: 2001

Plants in Our World by Delta Education
Call Number: 580 Gol

Publication Date: 1996

Hands-On Science and Technology: Grade Seven by Portage & Main Press Canada
Call Number: 507 Han

Publication Date: 2004
Heat by Addison-Wesley Canada
Call Number: 536 Hea

Publication Date: 2000
Dry Ice Investigations by Lawrence Hall of Science
Call Number: 546.6812 Bar

Publication Date: 1999

Paper Towel Testing by Lawrence Hall of Science
Call Number: 507.8 Sne

Publication Date: 1990
Hands-On Science and Technology: Grade Seven by Portage & Main Press Canada
Call Number: 507 Han

Publication Date: 2004
Structures by Pearson Education Canada
Call Number: 624 Str

Publication Date: 2000
Machine Shop by AIMS Education Foundation
Call Number: 621.8 Mac

Publication Date: 1993

Earth History by Delta Education
Call Number: 550 Ear

Publication Date: 2001
Life Through Time: Evolutionary Activities for Grades 5-8 by Lawrence Hall of Science
Call Number: 576.8 Bea

Publication Date: 2003
Plate Tectonics: The Way the Earth Works by Lawrence Hall of Science
Call Number: 551.136 Cuf

Publication Date: 2002
Stories in Stone by Lawrence Hall of Science
Call Number: 552 Cuf

Publication Date: 2000
Earth Processes by Delta Education
Call Number: 550 Ear

Publication Date: 2006
Hands-On Science and Technology: Grade Seven by Portage & Main Press Canada
Call Number: 507 Han

Publication Date: 2004
The Earth's Crust by Addison-Wesley Canada
Call Number: 551 Ear

Publication Date: 2000

Adapted Programs

Support for modified or K&E programs

Interactions and Ecosystems by Edmonton Public Schools, Resource Development Services Canada
Call Number: 507 Suc v.1

Publication Date: 2003
Plants for Food and Fibre by Edmonton Public Schools, Resource Development Services Canada
Call Number: 507 Suc v.2

Publication Date: 2003
Heat and Temperature by Edmonton Public Schools, Resource Development Services Canada
Call Number: 507 Suc v.3

Publication Date: 2003
Structures and Forces by Edmonton Public Schools, Resource Development Services Canada
Call Number: 507 Suc v.4

Publication Date: 2003
Planet Earth by Edmonton Public Schools, Resource Development Services Canada
Call Number: 507 Suc v.5

Publication Date: 2003