| Curricular Competency |
Experience and interpret the local environment |
Science K |
Processing and analyzing data and information |
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| Curricular Competency |
Make simple measurements using non-standard units |
Science K |
Planning and conducting |
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| Curricular Competency |
Safely manipulate materials |
Science K |
Planning and conducting |
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| Curricular Competency |
Make exploratory observations using their senses |
Science K |
Planning and conducting |
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| Curricular Competency |
Ask simple questions about familiar objects and events |
Science K |
Questioning and predicting |
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| Curricular Competency |
Observe objects and events in familiar contexts |
Science K |
Questioning and predicting |
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| Curricular Competency |
Demonstrate curiosity and a sense of wonder about the world |
Science K |
Questioning and predicting |
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| Curricular Competency |
Questioning and predicting |
Science K |
Questioning and predicting |
| Keyword: Questioning and predicting |
Elaboration: Patterns are natural configurations, designs, arrangements or sequences. Many patterns indicate an underlying scientific principle or unifying idea. People identify patterns and look for relationships behind the patterns they find. They use this information to extend their understanding.Key questions about patterns:What patterns do you see in plant life in your local environment?What weather patterns can you observe? |
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| Big Ideas |
Water is essential to all living things, and it cycles through the environment. |
Science 2 |
No CCG |
| Keyword: Water is essential to all living things, and it cycles through the environment |
Elaboration: Sample questions to support inquiry with studentsWhy is water important for all living things?How can you conserve water in your home and school?How does water cycle through the environment? |
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| Big Ideas |
Forces influence the motion of an object. |
Science 2 |
No CCG |
| Keyword: Forces influence the motion of an object |
Elaboration: Sample questions to support inquiry with studentsWhat are different ways that objects can be moved?How do different materials influence the motion of an object? |
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| Big Ideas |
Materials can be changed through physical and chemical processes. |
Science 2 |
No CCG |
| Keyword: Materials can be changed through physical and chemical processes |
Elaboration: Sample questions to support inquiry with studentsWhy would we want to change the physical properties of an object?What are some natural processes that involve chemical and physical changes? |
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| Big Ideas |
Living things have life cycles adapted to their environment. |
Science 2 |
No CCG |
| Keyword: Living things have life cycles adapted to their environment |
Elaboration: Sample questions to support inquiry with studentsWhy are life cycles important?How are the life cycles of local plants and animals similar and different?How do offspring compare to their parents? |
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| Content |
local First People’s knowledge of water:- water cycles
- conservation
- connection to other systems
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Science 2 |
No CCG |
| Keyword: connection to other systems |
Elaboration: cultural significance of water (i.e., water is essential for all interconnected forms of life) |
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| Content |
the water cycle |
Science 2 |
No CCG |
| Keyword: water cycle |
Elaboration: The water cycle is driven by the sun and includes evaporation, condensation, precipitation, and runoff. The water cycle is also a major component of weather (e.g., precipitation, clouds). |
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| Content |
water conservation |
Science 2 |
No CCG |
| Keyword: water conservation |
Elaboration: fresh water is a limited resource and is not being replaced at the same rate as it is being used |
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