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Create a visual mind map or infographic that traces your learning journey this quarter. Start with the origin of the universe and connect each topic (solar system, Earth's subsystems, minerals, rocks, water, soil, energy resources) showing how they relate to each other. Include key concepts, surprising discoveries, and personal insights for each topic. Use colors, symbols, and drawings to make it engaging.

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Nowhere near done po😔 only working on one part plng po

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Create a two-column chart comparing what you thought you knew about Earth Science topics at the beginning of the quarter versus what you know now. Include misconceptions you held, new vocabulary you learned, and concepts that completely changed your perspective. Write a paragraph reflection on how your understanding has evolved.

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Write a creative story (500-750 words) that incorporates all the major topics from this quarter. Your story could be about a journey through space and Earth, a day in the life of a geologist, or even a fantasy adventure where the protagonist encounters different Earth systems. Include accurate scientific information while making it engaging and memorable.

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Write journal entries connecting each major topic to your daily life or experiences in the Philippines. For example: How do you see evidence of rock formation in your local area? How do energy resources affect your community? How does understanding the water cycle change how you view weather patterns? Include specific examples and locations from your region.

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Reflect on the scientific methods and inquiry skills you developed this quarter. Describe a specific investigation, lab activity, or research project that challenged your thinking. Discuss what questions you still have about Earth Science topics and how you might investigate them further. Include how this quarter has influenced your interest in Earth Science careers.

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Create a photo essay (8-12 photos) showcasing Earth Science concepts in your local environment. Take original photos of rocks, soil types, water features, evidence of weathering, or renewable energy sources in your area. Write captions explaining the scientific concepts visible in each photo and reflect on how this activity changed your observation skills.

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Write a letter to a Grade 9 or 10 student explaining why Earth Science is important and interesting. Share your favorite discoveries from this quarter, explain complex concepts in simple terms, and give advice on how to succeed in Earth Science. Include why understanding Earth's systems is crucial for environmental stewardship in the Philippines.

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(Not done just main ideas and draft)Answer to Guide questions:

most meaningful lesson for me was the Theory of the Universe where we focused on the mainly accepted one—Big Bang Theory. Why? Because I loved how its evidences made actual sense and connected to faith.

They all contribute to a cycle

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Create a comprehensive timeline showing the major events and discoveries you learned about this quarter, from the Big Bang to current energy resource challenges. Include personal milestones like 'aha moments,' challenging concepts you mastered, and connections you made between topics. Add reflection notes about which time periods or events fascinated you most and why.

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Create a large concept web showing how all the topics from this quarter interconnect. Place 'Earth' at the center and branch out to show relationships between the universe, solar system, subsystems, minerals, rocks, water, soil, and energy resources. Write reflective annotations explaining the connections and include examples from the Philippines to demonstrate your understanding.

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Create a mock news report or documentary script covering a major Earth Science topic relevant to the Philippines (earthquakes, volcanism, mining, renewable energy, etc.). Include interviews with 'experts' (showcasing your knowledge), current research, and community impact. Reflect on how your quarter's learning helps you understand and communicate complex scientific issues to the public.

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Learning Challenges and Growth Reflection

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Learning Challenges and Growth Reflection

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Write a detailed reflection on the most challenging concepts you encountered this quarter (about origin of universe rock cycle, or energy flow to 4spheres). Describe your initial struggles, the strategies you used to understand them, and how mastering these concepts felt. Include advice for other students facing similar challenges and discuss how overcoming these difficulties has built your confidence.

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Create a vision board showing how you might apply Earth Science knowledge in your future career or as an informed citizen. Include environmental challenges facing the Philippines, potential solutions, and your role in addressing them. Write a reflection on how this quarter has influenced your perspective on environmental responsibility and scientific literacy.

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Selected Formats per student: NO DUPLICATION

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Selected Formats per student: NO DUPLICATION

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Andione - Letter to younger student format

Caitlin - learning challenges and growth reflection

Monica - Learning journey map

Samuel -Learning Challenges

Nathan- Before and after comparison

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Learning Assignments and Growth Reflection (Draft)

This semester, I found learning about the origins of the universe, the rock cycle, and the energy flow of the four spheres most challenging. Initially, these topics seemed very complex, and I often found myself confused about the steps or unable to grasp the connections between them.

To overcome this, I utilized diagrams, charts, and videos to make the lessons clearer. I also practiced explaining concepts in my own words and asked questions whenever I was confused. These strategies helped me understand the topics step by step.

When I finally mastered these strategies, I felt a sense of pride and confidence in my learning. I would advise other students to be patient, utilize visual aids, and ask for help when needed. Overcoming these challenges has taught me that with persistence, even the most difficult concepts can be learned.

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Before

⁃ I thought that the Big Bang was a big explosion

⁃ I didnt know why the Big Bang theory was the leading theory on the beginning of the universe

⁃ I knew about the water cycle but I didnt know that its connected to how storms form

⁃ I thought storms were an anomaly in nature and that they happen randomly without cause

⁃ I didnt know how wind, hydrothermal, and geothermal works

⁃ I thought of mining only as a way to get resources, without considering the dangers and environmental effects it brings to soil, water, and communities

⁃ I only knew about the atmosphere

⁃ I knew that God designed this earth and its processes

After

⁃ I knew about the evidence of why the Big Bang is the most accepted theory(redshift theory, cosmic microwave background, abundance of specific elements)

⁃ I found out that the Big Bang was a massive and rapid expansion instead of a big explosion

⁃ I found out that storms are caused by the water cycle

⁃ I also found out that storms are needed in earth, it moves energy and heat and regulates earth’s temperature, it refills lakes, rivers, and other bodies of water, it brings nutrients to plants

⁃ I found out that wind and hydrothermal energy are caused by the turbine powered by either wind or water, and that geothermal energy is powered by the heat in the earth’s crust

⁃ I was informed about the environmental damages that mining brings, deforming of soil and landslides

⁃ I learned that there are 4 spheres of the earth, atmosphere, hydrosphere, grosphere, and biosphere, and that they all work together and are interconnected

⁃ I now know about the orderly design that God has created for this earth to work, its like everything is connected to form this orderly world, just like how God planned it to be

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Letter to a Younger Student

To my junior,

I have learned so many things about Earth Science for a very long time, and I’ve always found it very interesting as it teaches us learners about what we live in in the Earth and beyond our living. It doesn’t just teach us about the differences of nature and beyond but the beauty and perfection of God’s creation to beings and above. A lot has happened throughout the years, and this year, I’ve gained more insights about the Earth.

The most meaningful lesson for me was the Theory of the Universe, which we tackled more to the accepted theory that most people agreed on, the Big Bang Theory. Its evidence shows the correlation on how the universe was truly created on the Book of Genesis in the Bible. Other lessons such as Earth’s Characteristics and Minerals and Rocks also gave me valuable insights on how Earth and its resources are helpful to nature. The four spheres of the Earth connects to our life because it they all interact together to support and create live to Earth. Every aspect of the Earth needs specific needs such as plants, water, air, and soil. Each sphere has a specific role and they all work together to maintain and support the life in Earth. There are also these rocks and minerals and these remind us of God’s creation, His design that shows His creativity towards creating our planet. These serve a great cause to nature and its living beings because these provide resources for what we need, which reflect to God’s purpose to sustain life in Earth. These lessons can teach us how we are blessed and assured by God’s grace, giving us life and resources that we need.

God gave us these resources, but we also have a role to take when we live. We need to protect and sustain life with God’s grace to providing us resources. As a student, we can protect water and soil resources by avoiding littering and properly throwing trash in bins. We can also join school clean-up or tree-planting activities to help conserve water and make the environment more cleaner. Nature is a very important aspect in our lives and we should not create an environment where everything is trashed because of human actions. As students, we can start now by doing these things together. This is all through God’s creation, and we shall create ways to help together sustain a better life. Science and faith can work together because it shows how God’s design seen in nature and how humans care for it. Science shows us everything that nature and its resources function, whereas faith reminds us of God’s purpose and our responsibility as His creation to protect and sustain His creation. We must always remember that science helps us understand the world and faith reminds us how God’s design and purpose for the things He has created for us. As students ourselves, let’s do our parts to take care of Earth with the help of science and the guidance of faith so we can be an example to those who are lost, including you, my junior. Let us praise the Lord with our God-given hands and continue to help the world.

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Drafts that are submitted meaningfully will receive +5 house points, while drafts with thoughtful comments provided will have +10 house points. For your final reflection, be sure to add visuals or link a photo essay to highlight your creativity and deeper engagement with the topic. Remember, this task is not only about what you learned but also about how you can express it meaningfully and uniquely.

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General Instructions for Creative Reflection

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General Instructions for Creative Reflection

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Subject: Earth Science – First Quarter (SY 2025–2026)
Due Date: August 28, 2025

Objective:

You will reflect on what you learned in Earth Science this quarter—about the origin of the universe, the solar system, Earth’s subsystems, minerals, rocks, water, soil, and energy resources. Your reflection should show:

Your understanding of the lessons,

Your personal insights and connections to real life, and

How you see God’s wisdom and your responsibility as a steward of creation.

Instructions:

1. Choose Your Format

You may write (essay, journal, poem, story).

You may draw (poster, comic, diagram, concept map).

You may create a short video, skit, or presentation.

You may combine different formats.

2. Use These Prompts as Your Guide

Which lesson was most meaningful for you, and why?

How do the four Earth spheres (geosphere, hydrosphere, atmosphere, biosphere) connect in real life?

How do minerals, rocks, or energy resources remind you of God’s design and purpose?

What can you do as a student to protect water and soil resources?

How do science and faith work together in helping us understand the world?

3. Be Honest and Expressive

Share your genuine thoughts, insights, and creative ideas.

Show connections between science, faith, and your daily life.

Don’t worry about being “perfect”—focus on meaningful expression.

Rubric (100 points total)

1. Depth of Understanding (20 pts) – Shows clear understanding of Earth Science concepts learned this quarter.

2. Personal Connection (30 pts) – Relates lessons to real-life experiences, responsibilities, and faith.

3. Creativity & Expression (15 pts) – Uses chosen format (essay, art, video, etc.) creatively and meaningfully.

4. Reflection & Insight (25 pts) – Shares personal lessons, realizations, or new perspectives.

5. Effort & Engagement (10 pts) – Shows sincerity, thoughtfulness, and effort in the reflection.

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.the most topic I like is all about cycle's question why I chose this topic? because it helps me understand the importance of water in our life and it helps me to encourage my family on how important water is!

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I became aware of how interconnected the world is this quarter in Earth Science. Understanding the beginnings of the solar system, the universe, and the Earth's subsystems helped me to understand that our planet is not randomly put together but rather it was carefully designed.

Understanding the connections between the four Earth spheres like the hydrosphere, atmosphere, biosphere, and geosphere, was the lesson that most impressed me out of all of them. The others are impacted if one is damaged. For instance, the destruction of forests (biosphere) results in soil erosion (geosphere), river pollution (hydrosphere), and even a decline in the quality of the air (atmosphere).

I was reminded of God's wisdom when I saw soil, water, rocks, and minerals as precious resources. We are entrusted to use them responsibly, and their purpose is clear: to support life. These things are easy to take for granted, but when we misuse them, we are reminded of the consequences by calamities like landslides, floods, and water shortages.

I can start small as a student by participating in tree-planting projects, conserving water, and cutting down on plastic waste. However, I also see how Earth Science can be used in any future career, whether it be to help others learn about environmental protection or to encourage sustainable work practices.

This quarter taught me that science and faith do not contradict each other. Faith tells us why we should take care of the Earth, while science explains how it functions. I now consider environmental responsibility to be a part of honoring God as the Creator, not just a duty. My vision board serves as a reminder that I can be a good steward of creation and preserve the planet for present and future generations if I have the right knowledge and faith.

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I will now give grades, please make sure to turn in your final reflection in our google classroom.

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I will now give grades, please make sure to turn in your final reflection in our google classroom.

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From the timelines I created, I learned about theories about the creation of the universe and theories about the formation of the solar system. I learned about the most popularized theory, the Big Bang Theory in which the universe used to rapidly contract into a hot mass which then became so unstable that it began rapidly expanding. I also learned about Cosmic Microwave Radiation and Redshift which are basically proof that the Big Bang happened and that the universe is still expanding to this day, cooling down as it goes which allows the formation of stars and then galaxies. I learned about the Solar Nebular Hypothesis which is where a huge cloud of gas and dust got condensed and collapsed into a disk due to gravity and it began rapidly spinning until the center of it became a hot star. This is how all stars in the universe are theorized to be made and groups of these disks and stars eventually form galaxies. Our Solar System was theorized to be made due to the formation of the Sun from the disk and then the formation of our other 9 planets including Earth from the leftover gas and dust from the disk. I learned that Genesis and The Big Bang are often interconnected, but there are other stuff that are debated upon in science and the Bible like how the Earth was formed, were the Sun and Moon really created on the same “day”, what even is a “day” to God, and etc. Finally, I learned about the different other theories that are not as accepted or debunked because they fail to explain certain things like the Steady State Theory which states that the universe had no beginning and no end and it has always just been here, which has been debunked due to the discovery of Cosmic Microwave Radiation, proving that something really did cause the universe to rapidly expand.