The Brookfield Elementary Science Program
During the 2004-2005 school year, the School District of Elmbrook began a 2-year implementation of a new Science program called FOSS-Full Option Science System, funded by the National Science Foundation and developed at the Lawrence Hall of Science. FOSS modules begin with hands-on investigations, and then move students toward abstract ideas related to those investigations using simulations, models and readings. Below is a list of units that will be studied by grade level.
| Level |
2004-2005 Year 1 |
2005-2006 Year 2 |
| K |
Trees |
Animals 2x2
Wood & Paper |
| 1st |
Insects |
Pebbles, Sand & Silt
Solids & Liquids |
| 2nd |
New Plants |
Air & Weather
Balance & Motion |
| 3rd |
Measurement
Magnetism & Electricity |
Structure of Life
Earth Materials |
| 4th |
Physics of Sound
Models & Desgin |
Solar Energy
Human Body |
| 5th |
Mixtures & Solutions
Variables |
Food & Nutrition
Landforms |
Along with FOSS, a variety of resources are being utilized by every classroom teacher to meet our state and national science standards. This includes content related guided reading text, quality nonfiction videos and excellent technology software. FOSS also offers wonderful resources for teachers, parents and students. Click on the links below to find out more information.
If you have any additional questions or comments regarding the Brookfield Elementary Science Curriculum, contact Brenda O'Brien, Instructional Resource Teacher.