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Why We Keep Interactive Notebooks in Science

The document discusses how to keep an interactive science notebook, including the materials needed and how the notebook is structured with the left side for higher-level thinking and the right side for recording in-class work and discussions.

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Why We Keep Interactive Notebooks in Science

The document discusses how to keep an interactive science notebook, including the materials needed and how the notebook is structured with the left side for higher-level thinking and the right side for recording in-class work and discussions.

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Why We Keep Interactive Notebooks in Science

To keep an interactive notebook you will need: An 8 X 11 spiral notebook with at least 100 pages (college ruled and without perforated pages is best, most are 1 subject) Colored pencils Highlighters Tape A small pair of scissors Pens and pencils with erasers Pencil sharpener You will be using your interactive notebook in class everyday to help you learn new science concepts, and to help you make connections to those concepts. Your interactive notebook will also help you organize your thoughts in a fun and creative way.

Left Side- Output


* Odd numbered pages The left side of the notebook is used to show your understanding of the new concepts that you are learning in class. We call this the metacognition, or higher level thinking side of your notebook. You will be working with the information from the right, input side, and presenting in your own way, with your own style. We use the left side for Your Questions Brainstorming diagrams Making connections Graphing Summary/ Conclusions Homework

Right Side-Input
Even numbered pages The right side of the notebook is for you facilitated learning. This side is mostly used for the work that you do in class, with your teacher and with other classmates. We have a lot of conversations and questions that we try to answer. You will be recording that work on this side, the right side of your notebook. We use the right side for Key Questions Vocabulary Labs/ observations Data Unit Notes In class discussions

Applying what you know to the real world/ Big Idea

Graphic organizers/ Worksheets

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