Waves 

When materials vibrate, they can make a sound. Sounds can also make materials vibrate. People can use a variety of devices to communicate over long distances. These devices can use both light and/or sound to send and receive information. 

Includes: 1-PS4-1, 1-PS4-4

Light

Light is necessary for objects to be seen. Light can come from external or internal sources. Different materials respond to light in different ways. Some allow light to pass through, others only allow some light through, and others block light completely, creating shadows where light cannot reach. Mirrors can be used to redirect light. 

Includes: 1-PS4-2, 1-PS4-3

Earth & Solar System

We can observe patterns where the sun, moons, and stars in the sky can be described and even predicted. Over time, seasons take place and these present patterns as well. These seasonal changes can be described by observing patterns in the sunrise and sunset. 

Includes: 1-ESS1-1, 1-ESS1-2

Heredity

Animals and plant have young; the adult plants and animals can have certain behaviors that help their offspring to survive. Plants’ and animals’ young are like their parents, but not exactly the same. Each offspring can have specific things that are like their parents, but can still have major differences from their parents.

Includes: 1-LS1-2, 1-LS3-1

Human Impact

Things that humans do every day to live can affect the world around them. However, they can make choices that can reduce their impact on the land, water, air, and other living things.

Includes: 1-ESS3-1

Structure & Function

Plants and animals have external parts that help them survive. Their different parts help them to grow, move, and protect themselves in nature. Humans can mimic these external parts to solve a problem or meet a specific human need.

Includes: 1-LS1-1