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SCIENCE CURRICULUM FRAMEWORKS
K-8
KINDERGARTEN

STRAND 1: NATURE OF SCIENCE
STANDARD 1:  Characteristics and Processes of Science
Students shall demonstrate and apply knowledge of the characteristics and processes of science using appropriate safety procedures, equipment, and technology.

INQUIRY AND PROCESS SKILLS

NS.1.k.1 Record observations pictorially, orally and in writing
NS.1.k.2 Ask questions based on observations
NS.1.k.3 Conduct investigations as a class and in teams:

  • field studies

STRAND 2: LIFE SCIENCE
STANDARD 2: LIVING SYSTEMS: CHARACTERISTICS, STRUCTURES AND FUNCTION

CHARACTERISTICS

LS.2.k.1 Classify living and non-living things

STRUCTURE AND FUNCTION

LS.2.k.5 Name and describe the five senses
LS.2.k.6 Discuss the function of the five senses
LS.2.k.7 Identify the basic materials for oral hygiene

STRAND 3: PHYSICAL SCIENCE
STANDARD 7:  Energy and transfer of Energy
Students shall demonstrate and apply knowledge of energy and transfer of energy.

HEAT

PS.7.K.1 Classify objects in terms of relative temperature (hotter-colder)

GRADE 1

STRAND 1: NATURE OF SCIENCE
STANDARD 1: Characteristics and Processes of Science
Students shall demonstrate and apply knowledge of the characteristics and processes of science using appropriate safety procedures, equipment, and technology.

INQUIRY AND PROCESS SKILLS

NS.1.1.2 Ask questions based on observations
NS.1.1.3 Conduct scientific investigations as a class and in teams

STRAND 2: LIFE SCIENCE
STANDARD 2: LIVING SYTEMS: CHARACTERISTICS, STRUCTURE AND FUNCTION

STRUCTURE AND FUNCTION

LS.2.1.3 Locate the following human body parts:

  • heart
  • bones
  • lungs
  • stomach
  • muscles
  • brain

GRADE 2

STRAND 1: NATURE OF SCIENCE
STANDARD 1: CHARACTERISTICS AND PROCESSES OF SCIENCE

NS.1.2.2 Develop questions that guide scientific inquiry
NS.1.2.3 Conduct scientific investigations individually and in teams:

  • lab activities
  • field activities

NS.1.2.4 Estimate and measure length and temperature using International System of Units

STRAND 2: LIFE SCIENCE
STANDARD 2: LIVING SYSTEMS: CHARACTERISTICS, STRUCTURE, AND FUNCTION.

CHARACERISTICS

LS.2.2.1 Classify animals into major groups according to their structure

  • mammals

STRUCTURE AND FUNCTION

LS.2.2.5 Identify the major parts and functions of the skeletal system

STRAND 3: PHYSICAL SCIENCE
STANDARD 7: ENERGY AND TRANSFER OF ENERGY

ELECTRICITY

PS.7.2.3 Demonstrate methods of using electricity to produce light, heat and sound.

GRADE 3

STRAND 1: NATURE OF SCIENCE
STANDARD 1: CHARACTERISTICS AND PROCESSES OF SCIENCE

INQUIRY AND PROCESS SKILLS

NS.1.3.2 Develop questions that guide scientific inquiry
NS.1.3.3 Conduct scientific investigations individually and in teams

  • lab activities
  • field studies

SCIENTIFIC EQUIPMENT AND TECHNOLOGY

NS.1.3.8 Use simple equipment, age appropriate tools, technology, and mathematics in scientific investigations

  • microscope
  • rulers
  • hand lenses
  • thermometers

STRAND 2: LIFE SCIENCE
STANDARD 2: LIVING SYSTEM: CHARACTERISTICS, STRUCTURE, AND FUNCTIONS.

CHARACTERISTICS

LS.2.3.1 Classify animals as vertebrates and invertebrates according to their structure

STRUCTURE AND FUNCTION
           
LS.2.3.2 Identify major parts and functions of the following systems

  • respiratory
  • muscular

STRAND 3: PHYSICAL SCIENCE
STANDARD 6: MOTION AND FORCES

MOTION AND FORCES

PS.6.3.1 Identify characteristics of wave motion

  • amplitude
  • frequency

PS.6.3.2 Investigate the relationship between sound and wave motion

GRADE 4:

STRAND 1: NATURE OF SCIENCE
STANDARD 1: CHARACTERISTICS AND PROCESSES OF SCIENCE

INQUIRY AND PROCESS SKILLS

NS.1.4.2 Develop questions that guide scientific inquiry
NS.1.4.3 Conduct scientific investigations and individually and in teams

  • lab activities
  • field studies

SCIENTIFIC EQUIPMENT AND TECHNOLOGY
           
NS.1.4.13 Use simple equipment, age appropriate tools, technology and mathematics in scientific investigations

STRAND 2: LIFE SCIENCE
STANDARD 2: LIVING SYSTEM: CHARACTERISTICS, STRUCTURE, AND FUNCTION

STRUCTURE AND FUNCTION

LS.2.4.3 Identify major parts and functions of the systems

  • digestion
  • circulatory
  • nervous

GRADE 5

STRAND 1: NATURE OF SCIENCE
STANDARD 1: CHARACTERISTICS AND PROCESSES OF SCIENCE

PROCESSES OF SCIENCE
NS.1.5.1 Make accurate observations

CHARACTERISTICS OF SCIENCE

NS.1.5.7 Summarize the characteristics of science
NS.1.5.8 Explain the role of observation in the development of a theory

STRAND 2: LIFE SCIENCE
STANDARD 2: LIVING SYSTEMS: CHARACTERISTICS, STRUCTURE, AND FUNCTION

STRUCTURE AND FUNCTION

LS.2.5.2 Examine cells on a microscopic lever

STRAND 3: PHYSICAL SCIENCE
STANDARD 5: MATTER: PROTERTIES AND CHANGES

PROPERTIES OF MATTER

PS.5.5.3 Identify common examples of physical properties

  • taste
  • odor

GRADE 6

STRAND 1: NATURE OF SCIENCE
STANDARD 1: CHARACTERISTICS AND PROCESSES OF SCIENCE

PROCESSES OF SCIENCE

NS.1.6.1 Verify accuracy of observations
NS.1.6.5 Communicate results and conclusions from scientific inquiry

CHARACTERISTICS OF SCIENCE

NS.1.6.7 Distinguish between scientific fact and opinion
NS.1.6.9 Define and give examples of laws and theories

STRAND 2: LIFE SCIENCE
STANDARD 2: LIVING SYSTEMS: CHARACTERISTICS, STRUCTURE, AND FUNCTION

STRUCTURE AND FUNCTION

LS.2.6.1 Observe, describe, and illustrate animal tissues

  • blood
  • skin
  • muscle

LS.2.6.4 Model and explain the functions of animal organs:           

  • heart
  • lungs
  • kidneys
  • eyes
  • ears
  • skin
  • teeth

LS.2.6.6 Dissect organs, including but not limited to

  • heart
  • eye
  • lung

LS.2.6.7 Describe the relationship between organ function and the following needs of cells

  • oxygen
  • food
  • water
  • waste removal

STRAND 3: PHYSICAL SCIENCE
STANDARD 5: MATTER: PROPERTIES AND CHANGES

PROPERTIES OF MATTER

PS. 5.6.7 Identify characteristics of chemical changes

  • endothermic

GRADE 7

STRAND 1: NATURE OF SCIENCE
STANDARD 1: CHARACTERISTICS AND PROCESSES OF SCIENCE

PROCESSES OF SCIENCE

NS.1.7.1 Interpret evidence based on observations

STRAND 2: LIFE SCIENCE
STANDARD 2: LIVING SYSTEMS: CHARACTERISTICS, STRUCTURE, AND FUNCTION

STRUCTURE AND FUNCTION

LS. 2.7.1 Illustrate the hierarchical relationships of cells, tissues, organs, and organ       systems 
LS. 2.7.2 Analyze how two or more organs work together to perform a function (e.g., mouth and stomach to digest food)
LS.2.7.4 Analyze the structure and function of tissues, organs, and organ systems
LS.2.7.6 Identify human body systems:

  • nervous
  • digestion
  • circulatory
  • respiratory
  • excretory
  • integumentary
  • skeletal/muscular
  • endocrine
  • reproductive

LS.2.7.8 Investigate functions of the human body systems
LS.2.7.9 Describe interactions between major organ systems

REGULATION AND BEHAVIOR

LS.3.7.12 Summarize the interactions between organ systems in the maintenance of homeostasis

STRAND 4: EARTH AND SPACE SCIENCE
STANDARD 8: EARTH SYSTEMS

CYCLES

ESS.8.7.20 Research how human activities may contribute to global warming

GRADE 8

STRAND 1: NATURE OF SCIENCE
STANDARD 1: CHARACTERISTICS AND PROCESSES OF SCIENCE

PROCESSES OF SCIENCE

NS. 1.2.1 Justify conclusions based on appropriate and unbiased observations

STRAND 2: LIFE SCIENCE
STANDARD 2: LIVING SYSTEMS: CHARACTERISTICS, STRUCTURE, AND FUNCTION

STRUCTURE AND FUNCTION
LS.2.8.1 Illustrate the hierarchical relationships of cells, tissues, organs, organ systems, and organisms
LS.2.8.2 Identify different types of single-celled organisms

  • bacteria

LS.2.8.3 Relate the effect of bacteria on oral health

K-8 PHYSICAL EDUCATION AND HEALTH

KINDERGARTEN

STRAND: PHYSICAL EDUCATION AND LEISURE
STANDARD 1: MORTOR SKILLS AND MOVEMENT

BODY AWARENESS

PEL.1.K.1 Identify body parts, including head, shoulders, knees, toes, elbows, back, stomach, right foot, left foot, right hand, left hand, leg, arm, neck, hip, thigh, calf, heel, forehead, chin, waist, fingers, chest, wrist, ankles, eyes, ears, nose, and mouth
PEL.1.K.2 Demonstrate dynamic moving and static movements using various body positions (Nigel’s movements)

SPATIAL AWARENESS

PEL.1.K.3 Move forward, side-t—side, high/medium/low, stop/go, under, over, behind, and through
PEL.1.K.4 Move body limbs

STRAND: PHYSICAL EDUCATION AND LEISURE
STANDARD 2: HEALTH RELATED FITNESS

CARDIO-RESPIRATORY ENDURANCE

PEL.2.K.1 Locate the heart and understand that it is the size of the fist
PEL.2.K.2 Know that the heart functions as a pump for blood

BODY COMPOSITION

PEL.2.K.6 Understand that the body is composed of muscles and bones
PEL.2.K.7 Understand that the body needs fuel to function

STRAND: HEALTH AND WELLNESS
STANDARD 5: HUMAN GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT

BODY SYSTEMS

HW.5.K.1 Name and locate the following body parts

  • heart
  • lungs
  • brain
  • stomach
  • muscles
  • bones

SENSES
HW.5.K.2 Name and describe the five senses

STRAND: HEALTH AND WELLNESS
STANDARD 6: DISEASE PREVENTION

COMMUNICABLE AND NON-COMMUNICABLE DISEASES

HW.6.K.2 Identify methods of protection from illness

  • wash hands
  • cover: sneeze/cough

GRADE 1

STRAND: PHYSICAL EDUCATION AND LEISURE
STANDARD 2: HEALTH RELATED FITNESS

CARDIO-RESPIRATORY ENDURANCE

PEL.2.1.1 Show where the heart is located and describe its approximate size and shape
PEL.2.1.2 Understand that the heart is a muscle that pumps blood throughout the body

BODY COMPOSITION

PEL.2.1.5 Understand that body mass is composed of muscles, bones, fluid, organs and fat.

STRAND: HEALTH AND WELLNESS
STANDARD 5: HUMAN GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT

BODY SYSTEMS

HW.5.1.1 UNDERSTAND THAT A SYSTEM CONSISITS OF BODY PARTS WORKING TOGETHER

SENSES

HW.5.1.2 Discuss five senses and functions

STRAND: HEALTH AND WELLNESS
STANDARD 6: DISEASE PREVENTION

COOMMUNICABLE AND NON-COMMUNICABLE DISEASES

HW.6.1.2 Describe ways to prevent the spread of germs and illness:

GRADE 2

STRAND: PHYSICAL EDUCATION AND LEISURE
STANDARD 1: MOTOR SKILLS AND MOVEMENT

BODY AWARENESS

PEL.1.2.2 Recognize the major bones in the skeletal system

STRAND: PHYSICAL EDUCATION AND LEISURE
STANDARD 2: HEALTH RELATED FITNESS

CARDIO-RESPIRATORY ENDURANCE

PEL.2.2.1 Understand that the heart produces a pulse when beating.

STRAND: HEALTH AND WELLNESS
STANDARD 5: HUMAN GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT

BODY SYSTEMS

HW.5.2.1 Identify the basic functions of the following systems:

  • muscular
  • skeletal
  • nervous

SENSES

HW.5.2.2 Demonstrate how senses are used by the body

GRADE 3

STRAND: PHYSICAL EDUCATION AND LEISURE
STANDARD 1: MOTOR SKILLS AND MOVEMENT

BODY AWARENESS

PEL.1.3.2 Identify and locate the major bones in the skeletal system

STRAND: PHYSICAL EDUCATION AND LEISURE
STANDARD 2: HEALTH RELATED FITNESS

CARDIO-RESPIRATORY ENDURANCE

PEL.2.3.1 Locate areas on the body where a pulse can be found

STRAND: HEALTH AND WELLNESS
STANDARD 5: HUMAN GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT

BODY SYSTEMS

HW.5.3.1 Identify the major functions of the following systems

  • digestion
  • circulatory
  • respiratory
  • muscular
  • skeletal
  • nervous

SENSES

HW.5.3.2 Understand how senses relate to body systems

STRAND: PHYSICAL EDUCATION AND LEISURE
STANDARD 1: MOTOR SKILLS AND MOVEMENT

BODY AWARENESS

PEL.1.4.1 Identify and perform movements using the musculoskeletal system

STRAND: HEALTH AND WELLNESS
STANDARD 5: HUMAN GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT

BODY SYSTEMS

HW.5.4.1 Identify the basic parts of the following systems

  • digestion
  • circulatory
  • respiratory
  • muscular
  • skeletal
  • nervous

SENSES

HW.5.4.2 Demonstrate how senses affect the body

GRADE 5

STRAND: HEALTH AND WELLNESS
CONTENT STANDARD 5: HUMAN GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT

BODY SYSTEMS

HW.5.5.1 Identify and discuss the following systems

  • immune
  • endocrine
  • reproductive
  • excretory

GRADE 6

STRAND: PHYSICAL EDUCATION AND LEISURE
STANDARD 1: MOTOR SKILLS AND MOVEMENT

BODY AWARENESS

PEL.1.6.1 Analyze and differentiate basic musculoskeletal techniques necessary to participate in selected movement forms

STRAND: PHYSICAL EDUCATION AND LEISURE
STANDARD 2: HEALTH RELATED FITNESS

CARDIO-RESPIRATORY ENDURANCE

PEL.2.6.1 Understand that heart rate is directly proportional to the intensity of activity

STRAND: HEALTH AND WELLNESS
CONTENT STANDARD 5: HUMAN GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT

BODY SYSTEMS

HW.5.6.1 Examine the relationship between organs, tissues, and cells that forms body systems

GRADE 7

STRAND: HEALTH AND WELLNESS
STANDARD 5: HUMAN GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT

BODY SYSTEMS

HW.5.7.1 Discuss and examine the interaction between the body systems