Standard 1: Properties and Interactions of Objects and Materials -
Characteristics of objects can be described using physical properties such as
size, shape, color, texture, or magnetism. Interactions change the position and
motion of objects.
1.1
Objects can be described in terms of the materials of which they are made.
Physical properties of materials can be changed by tearing, sifting, sanding,
or pounding.
1.3
Magnets attract and repel each other and certain other materials. Magnetic force
passes through materials such as paper, glass, and water.
Process Standard 1: Observe and Measure - Observing is the first action taken
by the learner to acquire new information about an object, organism, or event.
Opportunities for observation are developed through the use of a variety of
scientific tools. Measurement allows observations to be quantified.
PS1.1
Observes and measures objects, organisms, and/or events using developmentally
appropriate nonstandard units of measurement (e.g., hand, paper clip, books,
etc.) and Systems International (SI) unites (i.e., meters, centimeters, and
degrees Celsius).
PS1.2
Compares and contrasts similar and/or different characteristics in a given set
of simple objects, familiar organisms, and/or observable events.
Process Standard 2: Classify - Classifying establishes order. Objects,
organisms, and events are classified based on similarities, differences, and
interrelationships.
PS2.1
Classifies a set of simple objects, familiar organisms, and/or observable events
in a serial order (e.g., least to greatest, tallest to shortest, etc.).
PS2.2
Arranges simple objects, familiar organisms, and/or observable events in a
serial order (e.g., least to greatest, tallest to shortest, etc.).
Process Standard 3: Experiments and Inquiry - Experimenting is a method of
discovering information. It requires making observations and measurements to
test ideas. Inquiry- Inquiry can be defined as the skills necessary to carry out
the process of scientific or systemic thinking. In order for inquiry to occur,
students must have the opportunity to ask a question, formulate a procedure, and
observe phenomena.
PS3.1
Asks a question about objects, organisms, or events in the environment.
PS3.2
Plans and conducts a simple investigation.
PS3.3
Employs simple equipment and tools; such as magnifiers, thermometer, rulers,
etc. to gather data.
PS3.4
Recognizes potential hazards and practices safety procedures in all science
activities.
Process Standard 4: Interpret and Communicate - Interpreting is the process
of recognizing patterns in collected data by making inferences, predictions, or
conclusions. Communicating is the process of describing, recording, and
reporting experimental procedures and results to others. Communication may be
oral, written, or mathematical and includes: organizing ideas, using appropriate
vocabulary, graphs and other visual representations.
PS4.1
Interprets pictures, simple bar graphs, and/or tables.
PS4.2
Recognize and describes patterns then makes predictions based on patterns.
PS4.3
Communicates the results of a simple investigation using drawings, tables,
graphs, and/or written and oral language.
Standard 1: Properties and Interactions of Objects and Materials -
Characteristics of objects can be described using physical properties such as
size, shape, color, texture, or magnetism. Interactions change the position and
motion of objects.
1.2
Motion and interactions of objects can be observed in toys and playground
activities.
Process Standard 1: Observe and Measure - Observing is the first action taken
by the learner to acquire new information about an object, organism, or event.
Opportunities for observation are developed through the use of a variety of
scientific tools. Measurement allows observations to be quantified.
PS1.1
Observes and measures objects, organisms, and/or events using developmentally
appropriate nonstandard units of measurement (e.g., hand, paper clip, books,
etc.) and Systems International (SI) unites (i.e., meters, centimeters, and
degrees Celsius).
PS1.2
Compares and contrasts similar and/or different characteristics in a given set
of simple objects, familiar organisms, and/or observable events.
Process Standard 2: Classify - Classifying establishes order. Objects,
organisms, and events are classified based on similarities, differences, and
interrelationships.
PS2.1
Classifies a set of simple objects, familiar organisms, and/or observable events
in a serial order (e.g., least to greatest, tallest to shortest, etc.).
PS2.2
Arranges simple objects, familiar organisms, and/or observable events in a
serial order (e.g., least to greatest, tallest to shortest, etc.).
Process Standard 3: Experiments and Inquiry - Experimenting is a method of
discovering information. It requires making observations and measurements to
test ideas. Inquiry- Inquiry can be defined as the skills necessary to carry out
the process of scientific or systemic thinking. In order for inquiry to occur,
students must have the opportunity to ask a question, formulate a procedure, and
observe phenomena.
PS3.1
Asks a question about objects, organisms, or events in the environment.
PS3.2
Plans and conducts a simple investigation.
PS3.3
Employs simple equipment and tools; such as magnifiers, thermometer, rulers,
etc. to gather data.
PS3.4
Recognizes potential hazards and practices safety procedures in all science
activities.
Process Standard 4: Interpret and Communicate - Interpreting is the process
of recognizing patterns in collected data by making inferences, predictions, or
conclusions. Communicating is the process of describing, recording, and
reporting experimental procedures and results to others. Communication may be
oral, written, or mathematical and includes: organizing ideas, using appropriate
vocabulary, graphs and other visual representations.
PS4.1
Interprets pictures, simple bar graphs, and/or tables.
PS4.2
Recognize and describes patterns then makes predictions based on patterns.
PS4.3
Communicates the results of a simple investigation using drawings, tables,
graphs, and/or written and oral language.
Standard 3: Properties and Changes of Earth and Sky - Earth materials consist
of rock, soils, water, and air. The sun appears to move across the sky in the
same way.
3.1
Earth materials can be used as resources (e.g., building materials and for
growing plants).
3.2
The size and shape of shadows change at different times of the day.
Process Standard 1: Observe and Measure - Observing is the first action taken
by the learner to acquire new information about an object, organism, or event.
Opportunities for observation are developed through the use of a variety of
scientific tools. Measurement allows observations to be quantified.
PS1.1
Observes and measures objects, organisms, and/or events using developmentally
appropriate nonstandard units of measurement (e.g., hand, paper clip, books,
etc.) and Systems International (SI) unites (i.e., meters, centimeters, and
degrees Celsius).
PS1.2
Compares and contrasts similar and/or different characteristics in a given set
of simple objects, familiar organisms, and/or observable events.
Process Standard 2: Classify - Classifying establishes order. Objects,
organisms, and events are classified based on similarities, differences, and
interrelationships.
PS2.1
Classifies a set of simple objects, familiar organisms, and/or observable events
in a serial order (e.g., least to greatest, tallest to shortest, etc.).
PS2.2
Arranges simple objects, familiar organisms, and/or observable events in a
serial order (e.g., least to greatest, tallest to shortest, etc.).
Process Standard 3: Experiments and Inquiry - Experimenting is a method of
discovering information. It requires making observations and measurements to
test ideas. Inquiry- Inquiry can be defined as the skills necessary to carry out
the process of scientific or systemic thinking. In order for inquiry to occur,
students must have the opportunity to ask a question, formulate a procedure, and
observe phenomena.
PS3.1
Asks a question about objects, organisms, or events in the environment.
PS3.2
Plans and conducts a simple investigation.
PS3.3
Employs simple equipment and tools; such as magnifiers, thermometer, rulers,
etc. to gather data.
PS3.4
Recognizes potential hazards and practices safety procedures in all science
activities.
Process Standard 4: Interpret and Communicate - Interpreting is the process
of recognizing patterns in collected data by making inferences, predictions, or
conclusions. Communicating is the process of describing, recording, and
reporting experimental procedures and results to others. Communication may be
oral, written, or mathematical and includes: organizing ideas, using appropriate
vocabulary, graphs and other visual representations.
PS4.1
Interprets pictures, simple bar graphs, and/or tables.
PS4.2
Recognize and describes patterns then makes predictions based on patterns.
PS4.3
Communicates the results of a simple investigation using drawings, tables,
graphs, and/or written and oral language.
Standard 2: Life Cycles and Organisms - Life cycles represent the stages an
organism passes through from its own birth to the birth of the next generation.
2.1
Plants and animals have life cycles that include developing into adults,
reproducing, and eventually dying. The details of this life cycle are different
for different organisms.
2.2
Generally, offspring resemble their parents.
Process Standard 1: Observe and Measure - Observing is the first action by
the learner to acquire new information about an object, organism, or event.
Opportunities for observation are developed through the use of a variety of
scientific tools. Measurement allows observations to be quantified.
PS1.1
Observes and measures objects, organisms, and/or events using developmentally
appropriate Systems International (SI) units (i.e., meters, centimeters, grams,
and degrees Celsius).
PS1.2
Compares and contrasts similar and/or different characteristics in a given set
of simple objects, familiar organisms, and/or observable events.
Process Standard 2: Classify - Classifying establishes order. Objects,
organisms, and events are classified based on similarities, differences, and
interrelationships.
PS2.1
Classifies a set of simple objects, familiar organisms, and/or observable events
in a serial order (e.g., least to greatest, tallest to shortest, etc.).
PS2.2
Arranges simple objects, familiar organisms, and/or observable events in a
serial order.
Process Standard 3: Experiments and Inquiry - Experimenting is a method of
discovering information. It requires making observations and measurements to
test ideas. Inquiry- Inquiry can be defined as the skills necessary to carry out
the process of scientific or systemic thinking. In order for inquiry to occur,
students must have the opportunity to ask a question, formulate a procedure, and
observe phenomena.
PS3.1
Asks a question about objects, organisms, or events in the environment.
PS3.2
Plans and conducts a simple investigation.
PS3.3
Employs simple equipment and tools; such as magnifiers, thermometer, rulers,
etc., to gather data.
PS3.4
Recognizes potential hazards and practices safety procedures in all science
activities.
Process Standard 4: Interpret and Communicate - Interpreting is the process
of recognizing patterns in collected data by making inferences, predictions, or
conclusions. Communicating is the process of describing, recording, and
reporting experimental procedures and results to others. Communication may be
oral, written, or mathematical and includes organizing ideas, using appropriate
vocabulary, graphs, other visual representations, and mathematical equations.
PS4.1
Interprets tables, pictorial, and/or simple bar graphs.
PS4.2
Recognizes and describes patterns then makes predictions based on patterns.
PS4.3
Communicates the results of a simple investigation using drawings, tables,
graphs, and/or written and oral language