Grade 7
Demonstrate that Evolution is one theory on the origin of life on
Earth
Describe the four stages of Charles DarwinÕs theory of evolution
by natural selection
Recall the parts of the cell theory
Describe the structure and function of cellular organelles
Identify similarities and differences that characterized different
types of cells (i.e. plant, animal, muscle, nerve, bone, etc.)
Give examples for each level of organization beginning at the
micro level
Identify the five major organic compounds
List the types of transport: passive transport and active
transport
Compare evidence for each step of natural selection
Explain the difference between animal and plant cells
Describe each organic compound as it relates to its chemical
structure
Illustrate the major differences between active and passive
transport
Use comparative anatomy as evidence of natural selection
Respond to why there are some additional organelles in plant cells
when compared to animal cells
Analyze food labels for organic compound content
Defend the theory of evolution based on scientific evidence
Check the nutritional value for a given food label
Describe the basic structure of the DNA molecule and RNA
Describe a gene
Describe a trait
Describe how DNA replicates
Demonstrate a Punnett Square
Create a model of the DNA molecule and the RNA molecule
Create a Punnett Square for a monohybrid cross and a dihybrid
cross
Explain the process of DNA replication
Explain the relationship between DNA, RNA, a gene, a trait, and
the Punnett square
Discuss the correlation between ethnicity and genetic
predispositions. i.e. Blond hair, blue eyes, curly hair, and straight hair
Discuss genetically inherited sickness such as Tay Sachs, Muscular
Dystrophy, sickle cell anemia, etc.
List the characteristics and the basic needs of all living things
Describe a prokaryotic cell and a eukaryotic cell
Describe why viruses are similar to and different from living
things
List the four major types of viruses
Define mitosis and meiosis
Classify objects as either living or nonliving
Draw and label a prokaryotic cell and a eukaryotic cell
Construct a visual to describe major differences in the six
kingdoms (concept map, diagram)
Draw and label the four major types of viruses
Draw, label, and describe each stage of mitosis
Draw, label, and describe each stage of meiosis
Discuss the characteristics of a living organisms focusing in on
their survival needs
Design a cell model
Discuss the stages of mitosis and meiosis
Design your own classification system based on LinnaeusÕ
Articulate the reasons doctors do not give antibiotics for a viral
infection
Judge whether or not a designated creation is living
Given an example of an unknown cell, evaluate whether the cell is
eukaryotic or prokaryotic, virus or prion and defend your stand
Recognize and judge the impact of viruses, prions, and bacteria in
our world
Defend and or refute the statement: Viruses are Living
Structure and Function II
Describe the characteristics and functions of the male and female
reproductive system
Recall that in humanÕs sexual reproduction and internal
fertilization occurs
Identify irregularities and disorders of the human reproductive
system
Recall the menstrual cycle
Recall the stages of human development from fertilization to birth
Recall the stages of human development from birth to death
Explain an irregularity or disorder in the human reproductive
system
Given a description of a human stage, predict at what time frame
in the humanÕs life it would occur
Compare the male and female reproductive systems
Design a model of the stages of human development
Defend the need for genetic counseling
The Skeletal System
Describe the function of the skeletal system
Label major bones of the skeletal system
Describe the internal structure of bones
Describe the major joint types
Describe the major types of connective tissue
Compare the relationship between the structure and function of
bones
Describe the internal structure of bones
Give an example of connective tissue
Describe the importance of a healthy skeletal system while playing
sports
Justify the need to maintain a healthy skeletal system
Describe the functions of the muscular system
Label the major types of muscular tissue
Recall the major types of connective tissue
Predict a given major muscles types as voluntary or involuntary
Compare and contrast the major muscle types
Explain how skeletal muscle move bones
Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of aerobic exercise and
resistance exercise
Take a stance on the use of nutritional supplements and their
effects on the muscular system
Enumerate the dangers of anabolic steroids
Describe the major parts and functions of the integumentary system
List the major parts of the skin
Explain skin color as it relates to melanin
Compare the structure of the two major layers of the skin
Discuss the importance of proper skin care in general health
Guess why you feel pain when you pull on your hair or nails but
not when you cut them
Advocate for the use of sun block
Make a judgment on the use of tanning beds
Name the parts of the nervous system and describe their functions
Name the two subdivisions of the nervous sytem
Describe the structure of the neuron
Describe a nerve impulse
Describe the three parts of the brain along with their function
Describe the importance of the major components of the spinal cord
Compare the central nervous system with the peripheral nervous
system
Explain how neurons in the nervous system work together
Explain the major components of a reflex
Discuss the five senses and how they relate to the nervous system
Model and involuntary response (i.e. pain in the toe, touching
something hot, and knee jerk)
Advocate for the use of protective head and body gear used during
sporting activities
Describe the meaning of disease and pathogen
Name some common human pathogens
Define the meaning of antigen and antibody
Compare and contrast infectious and noninfectious diseases
Develop a concept map showing all major types and functions of
immune system cells
Discuss methods to protect yourself from pathogens
Discuss the immune response path to a given infectious disease
Support why there is no known cure for immune system diseases that
are caused by viruses
Evaluate the role a vaccine plays in fighting disease
Define what an endocrine gland is
Describe the function of the endocrine system
Name the major glands of the endocrine system
Define feedback control mechanism
Compare the functions of the major endocrine system glands
Explain how the flight/fight response in the endocrine system
works
Construct a diagram or a concept map explaining how this feedback
control mechanism works to start and stop an action
Discuss the connection between the endocrine system and
homeostasis
Discuss how a disease is related to a dysfunction in the Endocrine
System
Defend why the fight/flight response in the endocrine system
exists
Describe the functions of the urinary system
Name the major organs of the urinary system
Describe the major components of the kidney
Describe the excretory role of the kidney
Explain how the kidney filters the blood
Explain some disorders of the urinary system
Discuss the similarities of a water filtering system in a swimming
pool and the kidneys filtering system
Discuss the role of a diuretic
Rank the use of sports drinks vs. water during exercise
Describe the function of the cardiovascular system
Name the major organs of the cardiovascular system (i.e. heart,
arteries, veins, capillaries and blood)
Name the major components of blood (i.e. red blood cells, white
blood cells, platelets, and plasma)
Name the major blood types
Name the parts of the heart
Describe the major components of the lymphatic system
Describe the path blood travels as it circulates through the body
Compare blood types
Describe the role of the organs of the lymphatic system
Design and label a model of a heart on a diagram
Discuss the lymphatic system being considered a part of the
circulatory system
Design an illustration for the three types of blood vessels
(arteries, veins, capillaries)
Discuss the relationship between blood vessels and blood pressure
Discuss the relationship between the lymph and blood
Articulate what you need to maintain a healthy cardiovascular
system
Judge the role of the lymphatic system as part of the immune
system
Describe the structure and function of the organs of the
respiratory system
Label the parts of the lung on a diagram or model
Demonstrate the process of breathing and respiration
Describe how the respiratory system excretes waste products
Explain how why the lung is classified as an excretory organ
Compare cellular respiration and respiration
Design a model of the flow of air through the respiratory system
Discuss the relationship between lung capacity and breathing rate
Summarize how the lungs, the kidneys, and the blood work together
Advocate for a smoke free environment
Judge the environmental factors that play a role in the increase
of asthma
Describe the structure and functions of the digestive system
Describe the process of mechanical digestion
Describe the process of chemical digestion
Describe how enzymes and organ secretions aid in digestion
Define absorption
Compare mechanical and chemical digestion
Explain how absorption relates to the intestines, liver, and
pancreas
Explain the process of chemical digestion of carbohydrates,
proteins, and fats and discuss where these are digested i.e. mouth, stomach, or
intestines
Illustrate or construct a model of the major components of the
digestive system
Model the path traveled by a mouthful of food through the
digestive system
Debate about food advertising during childrenÕs television viewing
hours
Judge the impact of eating disorders on the digestive system