Children have a natural curiosity about the world around them. In Pre-K they should be encouraged to make observations and describe how they are interacting with their surroundings. By the end of the school year, students 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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Standards Analysis |
An analysis for each pre-kindergarten standard 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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