Children are naturally curious and motivated to learn about things that interest them. By engaging Kindergarten students in science they will:
The order of the standards at any grade level is not meant to imply a sequence of topics and should be considered flexible for the organization of any course.
Vertical Learning Progressions |
Descriptions of disciplinary core ideas, crosscutting concepts, and science and engineering practices students are learning throughout their K-12 education.
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Sample Unit Progression**New** |
This optional, year-long progression provides a sample vision for engaging students in meaningful, connected science learning. Unit samples offer examples of essential questions, phenomena, connections to prior learning, and a 3-dimensional narrative for what learning might look like in the classroom. Recommendations are not intended to be an exhaustive listing of instructional possibilities. |
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Bundled Standards Analysis |
Examples of how to group standards based on common science ideas. Analysis is provided for each grouping of standards and is provided in a manner to support deep understanding of goals and expectations for the teacher and student. Recommendations are not intended to be an exhaustive listing of instructional possibilities. |
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Engagement Strategies |
Suggested instructional practices that engage students with figuring out science ideas.
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