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Standard Identifier: 2-LS2-1
Grade:
2
Disciplinary Core Idea:
LS2.A: Interdependent Relationships in Ecosystems
Cross Cutting Concept:
CCC-2: Cause and Effect: Mechanism and Explanation
Science & Engineering Practice:
SEP-3: Planning and Carrying Out Investigations
Content Area:
Life Science
Title: 2-LS2 Ecosystems: Interactions, Energy, and Dynamics
Performance Expectation: Plan and conduct an investigation to determine if plants need sunlight and water to grow. [Assessment Boundary: Assessment is limited to testing one variable at a time.]
Disciplinary Core Idea(s):
LS2.A: Interdependent Relationships in Ecosystems Plants depend on water and light to grow.
Science & Engineering Practices: Planning and Carrying Out Investigations Plan and conduct an investigation collaboratively to produce data to serve as the basis for evidence to answer a question.
Crosscutting Concepts: Cause and Effect Events have causes that generate observable patterns.
California Environmental Principles and Concepts:
Principle II The long-term functioning and health of terrestrial, freshwater, coastal, and marine ecosystems are influenced by their relationships with human societies. Principle V Decisions affecting resources and natural systems are based on a wide range of considerations and decision-making processes.
California Common Core State Standards Connections:
ELA/Literacy W.2.7: Participate in shared research and writing projects (e.g., read a number of books on a single topic to produce a report; record science observations). W.2.8: Recall information from experiences or gather information from provided sources to answer a question. Mathematics MP.2: Reason abstractly and quantitatively. MP.4: Model with mathematics. MP.5: Use appropriate tools strategically.
DCI Connections:
Connections to other DCIs in second grade: N/A Articulation across grade-levels: K.LS1.C; K-ESS3.A; 5.LS1.C
Performance Expectation: Plan and conduct an investigation to determine if plants need sunlight and water to grow. [Assessment Boundary: Assessment is limited to testing one variable at a time.]
Disciplinary Core Idea(s):
LS2.A: Interdependent Relationships in Ecosystems Plants depend on water and light to grow.
Science & Engineering Practices: Planning and Carrying Out Investigations Plan and conduct an investigation collaboratively to produce data to serve as the basis for evidence to answer a question.
Crosscutting Concepts: Cause and Effect Events have causes that generate observable patterns.
California Environmental Principles and Concepts:
Principle II The long-term functioning and health of terrestrial, freshwater, coastal, and marine ecosystems are influenced by their relationships with human societies. Principle V Decisions affecting resources and natural systems are based on a wide range of considerations and decision-making processes.
California Common Core State Standards Connections:
ELA/Literacy W.2.7: Participate in shared research and writing projects (e.g., read a number of books on a single topic to produce a report; record science observations). W.2.8: Recall information from experiences or gather information from provided sources to answer a question. Mathematics MP.2: Reason abstractly and quantitatively. MP.4: Model with mathematics. MP.5: Use appropriate tools strategically.
DCI Connections:
Connections to other DCIs in second grade: N/A Articulation across grade-levels: K.LS1.C; K-ESS3.A; 5.LS1.C
Standard Identifier: 2-LS2-2
Grade:
2
Disciplinary Core Idea:
LS2.A: Interdependent Relationships in Ecosystems, ETS1.B: Developing Possible Solutions
Cross Cutting Concept:
CCC-6: Structure and Function
Science & Engineering Practice:
SEP-2: Developing and Using Models
Content Area:
Life Science
Title: 2-LS2 Ecosystems: Interactions, Energy, and Dynamics
Performance Expectation: Develop a simple model that mimics the function of an animal in dispersing seeds or pollinating plants.*
Disciplinary Core Idea(s):
LS2.A: Interdependent Relationships in Ecosystems Plants depend on animals for pollination or to move their seeds around. ETS1.B: Developing Possible Solutions Designs can be conveyed through sketches, drawings, or physical models. These representations are useful in communicating ideas for a problem’s solutions to other people. (secondary to 2-LS2-2)
Science & Engineering Practices: Developing and Using Models Develop a simple model based on evidence to represent a proposed object or tool.
Crosscutting Concepts: Structure and Function The shape and stability of structures of natural and designed objects are related to their function(s).
California Environmental Principles and Concepts:
Principle II The long-term functioning and health of terrestrial, freshwater, coastal, and marine ecosystems are influenced by their relationships with human societies. Principle V Decisions affecting resources and natural systems are based on a wide range of considerations and decision-making processes.
California Common Core State Standards Connections:
ELA/Literacy SL.2.5: Create audio recordings of stories or poems; add drawings or other visual displays to stories or recounts of experiences when appropriate to clarify ideas, thoughts, and feelings. Mathematics MP.4: Model with mathematics. 2.MD.10: Draw a picture graph and a bar graph (with single-unit scale) to represent a data set with up to four categories. Solve simple put-together, take-apart, and compare problems using information presented in a bar graph.
DCI Connections:
Connections to other DCIs in second grade: N/A Articulation across grade-levels: K.ETS1.A; 5.LS2.A
Performance Expectation: Develop a simple model that mimics the function of an animal in dispersing seeds or pollinating plants.*
Disciplinary Core Idea(s):
LS2.A: Interdependent Relationships in Ecosystems Plants depend on animals for pollination or to move their seeds around. ETS1.B: Developing Possible Solutions Designs can be conveyed through sketches, drawings, or physical models. These representations are useful in communicating ideas for a problem’s solutions to other people. (secondary to 2-LS2-2)
Science & Engineering Practices: Developing and Using Models Develop a simple model based on evidence to represent a proposed object or tool.
Crosscutting Concepts: Structure and Function The shape and stability of structures of natural and designed objects are related to their function(s).
California Environmental Principles and Concepts:
Principle II The long-term functioning and health of terrestrial, freshwater, coastal, and marine ecosystems are influenced by their relationships with human societies. Principle V Decisions affecting resources and natural systems are based on a wide range of considerations and decision-making processes.
California Common Core State Standards Connections:
ELA/Literacy SL.2.5: Create audio recordings of stories or poems; add drawings or other visual displays to stories or recounts of experiences when appropriate to clarify ideas, thoughts, and feelings. Mathematics MP.4: Model with mathematics. 2.MD.10: Draw a picture graph and a bar graph (with single-unit scale) to represent a data set with up to four categories. Solve simple put-together, take-apart, and compare problems using information presented in a bar graph.
DCI Connections:
Connections to other DCIs in second grade: N/A Articulation across grade-levels: K.ETS1.A; 5.LS2.A
Standard Identifier: 2-PS1-1
Grade:
2
Disciplinary Core Idea:
PS1.A: Structure and Properties of Matter
Cross Cutting Concept:
CCC-1: Patterns
Science & Engineering Practice:
SEP-3: Planning and Carrying Out Investigations
Content Area:
Physical Science
Title: 2-PS1 Matter and Its Interactions
Performance Expectation: Plan and conduct an investigation to describe and classify different kinds of materials by their observable properties. [Clarification Statement: Observations could include color, texture, hardness, and flexibility. Patterns could include the similar properties that different materials share.]
Disciplinary Core Idea(s):
PS1.A: Structure and Properties of Matter Different kinds of matter exist and many of them can be either solid or liquid, depending on temperature. Matter can be described and classified by its observable properties.
Science & Engineering Practices: Planning and Carrying Out Investigations Plan and conduct an investigation collaboratively to produce data to serve as the basis for evidence to answer a question.
Crosscutting Concepts: Patterns Patterns in the natural and human designed world can be observed.
California Environmental Principles and Concepts:
N/A
California Common Core State Standards Connections:
ELA/Literacy W.2.7: Participate in shared research and writing projects (e.g., read a number of books on a single topic to produce a report; record science observations). W.2.8: Recall information from experiences or gather information from provided sources to answer a question. Mathematics MP.4: Model with mathematics. 2.MD.10: Draw a picture graph and a bar graph (with single-unit scale) to represent a data set with up to four categories. Solve simple put-together, take-apart, and compare problems using information presented in a bar graph.
DCI Connections:
Connections to other DCIs in second grade: N/A Articulation across grade-levels: 5.PS1.A
Performance Expectation: Plan and conduct an investigation to describe and classify different kinds of materials by their observable properties. [Clarification Statement: Observations could include color, texture, hardness, and flexibility. Patterns could include the similar properties that different materials share.]
Disciplinary Core Idea(s):
PS1.A: Structure and Properties of Matter Different kinds of matter exist and many of them can be either solid or liquid, depending on temperature. Matter can be described and classified by its observable properties.
Science & Engineering Practices: Planning and Carrying Out Investigations Plan and conduct an investigation collaboratively to produce data to serve as the basis for evidence to answer a question.
Crosscutting Concepts: Patterns Patterns in the natural and human designed world can be observed.
California Environmental Principles and Concepts:
N/A
California Common Core State Standards Connections:
ELA/Literacy W.2.7: Participate in shared research and writing projects (e.g., read a number of books on a single topic to produce a report; record science observations). W.2.8: Recall information from experiences or gather information from provided sources to answer a question. Mathematics MP.4: Model with mathematics. 2.MD.10: Draw a picture graph and a bar graph (with single-unit scale) to represent a data set with up to four categories. Solve simple put-together, take-apart, and compare problems using information presented in a bar graph.
DCI Connections:
Connections to other DCIs in second grade: N/A Articulation across grade-levels: 5.PS1.A
Standard Identifier: 2-PS1-2
Grade:
2
Disciplinary Core Idea:
PS1.A: Structure and Properties of Matter
Cross Cutting Concept:
CCC-2: Cause and Effect: Mechanism and Explanation
Science & Engineering Practice:
SEP-4: Analyzing and Interpreting Data
Content Area:
Physical Science
Title: 2-PS1 Matter and Its Interactions
Performance Expectation: Analyze data obtained from testing different materials to determine which materials have the properties that are best suited for an intended purpose.* [Clarification Statement: Examples of properties could include, strength, flexibility, hardness, texture, and absorbency.] [Assessment Boundary: Assessment of quantitative measurements is limited to length.]
Disciplinary Core Idea(s):
PS1.A: Structure and Properties of Matter Different properties are suited to different purposes.
Science & Engineering Practices: Analyzing and Interpreting Data Analyze data from tests of an object or tool to determine if it works as intended.
Crosscutting Concepts: Cause and Effect Simple tests can be designed to gather evidence to support or refute student ideas about causes. Connections to Engineering, Technology, and Applications of Science: Influence of Engineering, Technology, and Science on Society and the Natural World Every human-made product is designed by applying some knowledge of the natural world and is built using materials derived from the natural world.
California Environmental Principles and Concepts:
N/A
California Common Core State Standards Connections:
ELA/Literacy RI.2.8: Describe how reasons support specific points the author makes in a text. W.2.7: Participate in shared research and writing projects (e.g., read a number of books on a single topic to produce a report; record science observations). W.2.8: Recall information from experiences or gather information from provided sources to answer a question. Mathematics MP.2: Reason abstractly and quantitatively. MP.4: Model with mathematics. MP.5: Use appropriate tools strategically. 2.MD.10: Draw a picture graph and a bar graph (with single-unit scale) to represent a data set with up to four categories. Solve simple put-together, take-apart, and compare problems using information presented in a bar graph.
DCI Connections:
Connections to other DCIs in second grade: N/A Articulation across grade-levels: 5.PS1.A
Performance Expectation: Analyze data obtained from testing different materials to determine which materials have the properties that are best suited for an intended purpose.* [Clarification Statement: Examples of properties could include, strength, flexibility, hardness, texture, and absorbency.] [Assessment Boundary: Assessment of quantitative measurements is limited to length.]
Disciplinary Core Idea(s):
PS1.A: Structure and Properties of Matter Different properties are suited to different purposes.
Science & Engineering Practices: Analyzing and Interpreting Data Analyze data from tests of an object or tool to determine if it works as intended.
Crosscutting Concepts: Cause and Effect Simple tests can be designed to gather evidence to support or refute student ideas about causes. Connections to Engineering, Technology, and Applications of Science: Influence of Engineering, Technology, and Science on Society and the Natural World Every human-made product is designed by applying some knowledge of the natural world and is built using materials derived from the natural world.
California Environmental Principles and Concepts:
N/A
California Common Core State Standards Connections:
ELA/Literacy RI.2.8: Describe how reasons support specific points the author makes in a text. W.2.7: Participate in shared research and writing projects (e.g., read a number of books on a single topic to produce a report; record science observations). W.2.8: Recall information from experiences or gather information from provided sources to answer a question. Mathematics MP.2: Reason abstractly and quantitatively. MP.4: Model with mathematics. MP.5: Use appropriate tools strategically. 2.MD.10: Draw a picture graph and a bar graph (with single-unit scale) to represent a data set with up to four categories. Solve simple put-together, take-apart, and compare problems using information presented in a bar graph.
DCI Connections:
Connections to other DCIs in second grade: N/A Articulation across grade-levels: 5.PS1.A
Standard Identifier: 2-PS1-4
Grade:
2
Disciplinary Core Idea:
PS1.B: Chemical Reactions
Cross Cutting Concept:
CCC-2: Cause and Effect: Mechanism and Explanation
Science & Engineering Practice:
SEP-7: Engaging in Argument From Science
Content Area:
Physical Science
Title: 2-PS1 Matter and Its Interactions
Performance Expectation: Construct an argument with evidence that some changes caused by heating or cooling can be reversed and some cannot. [Clarification Statement: Examples of reversible changes could include materials such as water and butter at different temperatures. Examples of irreversible changes could include cooking an egg, freezing a plant leaf, and heating paper.]
Disciplinary Core Idea(s):
PS1.B: Chemical Reactions Heating or cooling a substance may cause changes that can be observed. Sometimes these changes are reversible, and sometimes they are not.
Science & Engineering Practices: Engaging in Argument from Evidence Construct an argument with evidence to support a claim. Connections to Nature of Science: Science Models, Laws, Mechanisms, and Theories Explain Natural Phenomena Scientists search for cause and effect relationships to explain natural events.
Crosscutting Concepts: Cause and Effect Events have causes that generate observable patterns.
California Environmental Principles and Concepts:
N/A
California Common Core State Standards Connections:
ELA/Literacy RI.2.1: Ask and answer such questions as who, what, where, when, why, and how to demonstrate understanding of key details in a text. RI.2.3: Describe the connection between a series of historical events, scientific ideas or concepts, or steps in technical procedures in a text. RI.2.8: Describe how reasons support specific points the author makes in a text. W.2.1: Write opinion pieces in which they introduce the topic or book they are writing about, state an opinion, supply reasons that support the opinion, use linking words (e.g., because, and, also) to connect opinion and reasons, and provide a concluding statement or section.
DCI Connections:
Connections to other DCIs in second grade: N/A Articulation across grade-levels: 5.PS1.B
Performance Expectation: Construct an argument with evidence that some changes caused by heating or cooling can be reversed and some cannot. [Clarification Statement: Examples of reversible changes could include materials such as water and butter at different temperatures. Examples of irreversible changes could include cooking an egg, freezing a plant leaf, and heating paper.]
Disciplinary Core Idea(s):
PS1.B: Chemical Reactions Heating or cooling a substance may cause changes that can be observed. Sometimes these changes are reversible, and sometimes they are not.
Science & Engineering Practices: Engaging in Argument from Evidence Construct an argument with evidence to support a claim. Connections to Nature of Science: Science Models, Laws, Mechanisms, and Theories Explain Natural Phenomena Scientists search for cause and effect relationships to explain natural events.
Crosscutting Concepts: Cause and Effect Events have causes that generate observable patterns.
California Environmental Principles and Concepts:
N/A
California Common Core State Standards Connections:
ELA/Literacy RI.2.1: Ask and answer such questions as who, what, where, when, why, and how to demonstrate understanding of key details in a text. RI.2.3: Describe the connection between a series of historical events, scientific ideas or concepts, or steps in technical procedures in a text. RI.2.8: Describe how reasons support specific points the author makes in a text. W.2.1: Write opinion pieces in which they introduce the topic or book they are writing about, state an opinion, supply reasons that support the opinion, use linking words (e.g., because, and, also) to connect opinion and reasons, and provide a concluding statement or section.
DCI Connections:
Connections to other DCIs in second grade: N/A Articulation across grade-levels: 5.PS1.B
Standard Identifier: K-2-ETS1-2
Grade:
2
Disciplinary Core Idea:
ETS1.B: Developing Possible Solutions
Cross Cutting Concept:
CCC-6: Structure and Function
Science & Engineering Practice:
SEP-2: Developing and Using Models
Content Area:
Engineering, Technology, and Applications of Science
Title: K–2-ETS1 Engineering, Technology, and Applications of Science
Performance Expectation: Develop a simple sketch, drawing, or physical model to illustrate how the shape of an object helps it function as needed to solve a given problem.
Disciplinary Core Idea(s):
ETS1.B: Developing Possible Solutions Designs can be conveyed through sketches, drawings, or physical models. These representations are useful in communicating ideas for a problem’s solutions to other people.
Science & Engineering Practices: Developing and Using Models Develop a simple model based on evidence to represent a proposed object or tool.
Crosscutting Concepts: Structure and Function The shape and stability of structures of natural and designed objects are related to their function(s).
California Environmental Principles and Concepts:
Principle V Decisions affecting resources and natural systems are based on a wide range of considerations and decision-making processes.
California Common Core State Standards Connections:
ELA/Literacy SL.2.5: Create audio recordings of stories or poems; add drawings or other visual displays to stories or recounts of experiences when appropriate to clarify ideas, thoughts, and feelings.
DCI Connections:
Connections to K-2-ETS1.B: Developing Possible Solutions to Problems include: Kindergarten: K-ESS3-3 First Grade: 1-PS4-4 Second Grade: 2-LS2-2 Articulation across grade-bands: 3-5.ETS1.A ; 3-5.ETS1.B ; 3-5.ETS1.C
Performance Expectation: Develop a simple sketch, drawing, or physical model to illustrate how the shape of an object helps it function as needed to solve a given problem.
Disciplinary Core Idea(s):
ETS1.B: Developing Possible Solutions Designs can be conveyed through sketches, drawings, or physical models. These representations are useful in communicating ideas for a problem’s solutions to other people.
Science & Engineering Practices: Developing and Using Models Develop a simple model based on evidence to represent a proposed object or tool.
Crosscutting Concepts: Structure and Function The shape and stability of structures of natural and designed objects are related to their function(s).
California Environmental Principles and Concepts:
Principle V Decisions affecting resources and natural systems are based on a wide range of considerations and decision-making processes.
California Common Core State Standards Connections:
ELA/Literacy SL.2.5: Create audio recordings of stories or poems; add drawings or other visual displays to stories or recounts of experiences when appropriate to clarify ideas, thoughts, and feelings.
DCI Connections:
Connections to K-2-ETS1.B: Developing Possible Solutions to Problems include: Kindergarten: K-ESS3-3 First Grade: 1-PS4-4 Second Grade: 2-LS2-2 Articulation across grade-bands: 3-5.ETS1.A ; 3-5.ETS1.B ; 3-5.ETS1.C
Standard Identifier: 3-ESS2-1
Grade:
3
Disciplinary Core Idea:
ESS2.D: Weather and Climate
Cross Cutting Concept:
CCC-1: Patterns
Science & Engineering Practice:
SEP-4: Analyzing and Interpreting Data
Content Area:
Earth and Space Science
Title: 3-ESS2 Earth’s Systems
Performance Expectation: Represent data in tables and graphical displays to describe typical weather conditions expected during a particular season. [Clarification Statement: Examples of data could include average temperature, precipitation, and wind direction.] [Assessment Boundary: Assessment of graphical displays is limited to pictographs and bar graphs. Assessment does not include climate change.]
Disciplinary Core Idea(s):
ESS2.D: Weather and Climate Scientists record patterns of the weather across different times and areas so that they can make predictions about what kind of weather might happen next.
Science & Engineering Practices: Analyzing and Interpreting Data Represent data in tables and various graphical displays (bar graphs and pictographs) to reveal patterns that indicate relationships.
Crosscutting Concepts: Patterns Patterns of change can be used to make predictions.
California Environmental Principles and Concepts:
N/A
California Common Core State Standards Connections:
Mathematics MP.2: Reason abstractly and quantitatively. MP.4: Model with mathematics. MP.5: Use appropriate tools strategically. 3.MD.2: Measure and estimate liquid volumes and masses of objects using standard units of grams (g), kilograms (kg), and liters (l). Add, subtract, multiply, or divide to solve one-step word problems involving masses or volumes that are given in the same units, e.g., by using drawings (such as a beaker with a measurement scale) to represent the problem. 3.MD.3: Draw a scaled picture graph and a scaled bar graph to represent a data set with several categories. Solve one- and two-step “how many more” and “how many less” problems using information presented in bar graphs.
DCI Connections:
Connections to other DCIs in third grade: N/A Articulation across grade-levels: K.ESS2.D; 4.ESS2.A; 5.ESS2.A; MS.ESS2.C; MS.ESS2.D
Performance Expectation: Represent data in tables and graphical displays to describe typical weather conditions expected during a particular season. [Clarification Statement: Examples of data could include average temperature, precipitation, and wind direction.] [Assessment Boundary: Assessment of graphical displays is limited to pictographs and bar graphs. Assessment does not include climate change.]
Disciplinary Core Idea(s):
ESS2.D: Weather and Climate Scientists record patterns of the weather across different times and areas so that they can make predictions about what kind of weather might happen next.
Science & Engineering Practices: Analyzing and Interpreting Data Represent data in tables and various graphical displays (bar graphs and pictographs) to reveal patterns that indicate relationships.
Crosscutting Concepts: Patterns Patterns of change can be used to make predictions.
California Environmental Principles and Concepts:
N/A
California Common Core State Standards Connections:
Mathematics MP.2: Reason abstractly and quantitatively. MP.4: Model with mathematics. MP.5: Use appropriate tools strategically. 3.MD.2: Measure and estimate liquid volumes and masses of objects using standard units of grams (g), kilograms (kg), and liters (l). Add, subtract, multiply, or divide to solve one-step word problems involving masses or volumes that are given in the same units, e.g., by using drawings (such as a beaker with a measurement scale) to represent the problem. 3.MD.3: Draw a scaled picture graph and a scaled bar graph to represent a data set with several categories. Solve one- and two-step “how many more” and “how many less” problems using information presented in bar graphs.
DCI Connections:
Connections to other DCIs in third grade: N/A Articulation across grade-levels: K.ESS2.D; 4.ESS2.A; 5.ESS2.A; MS.ESS2.C; MS.ESS2.D
Standard Identifier: 3-ESS2-2
Grade:
3
Disciplinary Core Idea:
ESS2.D: Weather and Climate
Cross Cutting Concept:
CCC-1: Patterns
Science & Engineering Practice:
SEP-8: Obtaining, Evaluating, and Communicating Information
Content Area:
Earth and Space Science
Title: 3-ESS2 Earth’s Systems
Performance Expectation: Obtain and combine information to describe climates in different regions of the world.
Disciplinary Core Idea(s):
ESS2.D: Weather and Climate Climate describes a range of an area's typical weather conditions and the extent to which those conditions vary over years.
Science & Engineering Practices: Obtaining, Evaluating, and Communicating Information Obtain and combine information from books and other reliable media to explain phenomena.
Crosscutting Concepts: Patterns Patterns of change can be used to make predictions.
California Environmental Principles and Concepts:
N/A
California Common Core State Standards Connections:
ELA/Literacy RI.3.1: Ask and answer questions to demonstrate understanding of a text, referring explicitly to the text as the basis for the answers. RI.3.9: Compare and contrast the most important points and key details presented in two texts on the same topic. W.3.8: Recall information from experiences or gather information from print and digital sources; take brief notes on sources and sort evidence into provided categories. Mathematics MP.2: Reason abstractly and quantitatively. MP.4: Model with mathematics.
DCI Connections:
Connections to other DCIs in third grade: N/A Articulation across grade-levels: MS.ESS2.C; MS.ESS2.D
Performance Expectation: Obtain and combine information to describe climates in different regions of the world.
Disciplinary Core Idea(s):
ESS2.D: Weather and Climate Climate describes a range of an area's typical weather conditions and the extent to which those conditions vary over years.
Science & Engineering Practices: Obtaining, Evaluating, and Communicating Information Obtain and combine information from books and other reliable media to explain phenomena.
Crosscutting Concepts: Patterns Patterns of change can be used to make predictions.
California Environmental Principles and Concepts:
N/A
California Common Core State Standards Connections:
ELA/Literacy RI.3.1: Ask and answer questions to demonstrate understanding of a text, referring explicitly to the text as the basis for the answers. RI.3.9: Compare and contrast the most important points and key details presented in two texts on the same topic. W.3.8: Recall information from experiences or gather information from print and digital sources; take brief notes on sources and sort evidence into provided categories. Mathematics MP.2: Reason abstractly and quantitatively. MP.4: Model with mathematics.
DCI Connections:
Connections to other DCIs in third grade: N/A Articulation across grade-levels: MS.ESS2.C; MS.ESS2.D
Standard Identifier: 3-ESS3-1
Grade:
3
Disciplinary Core Idea:
ESS3.B: Natural Hazards
Cross Cutting Concept:
CCC-2: Cause and Effect: Mechanism and Explanation
Science & Engineering Practice:
SEP-7: Engaging in Argument From Science
Content Area:
Earth and Space Science
Title: 3-ESS3 Earth and Human Activity
Performance Expectation: Make a claim about the merit of a design solution that reduces the impacts of a weather-related hazard.* [Clarification Statement: Examples of design solutions to weather-related hazards could include barriers to prevent flooding, wind resistant roofs, and lightning rods.]
Disciplinary Core Idea(s):
ESS3.B: Natural Hazards A variety of natural hazards result from natural processes. Humans cannot eliminate natural hazards but can take steps to reduce their impacts. (Note: This Disciplinary Core Idea is also addressed by 4-ESS3-2.)
Science & Engineering Practices: Engaging in Argument from Evidence Make a claim about the merit of a solution to a problem by citing relevant evidence about how it meets the criteria and constraints of the problem.
Crosscutting Concepts: Cause and Effect Cause and effect relationships are routinely identified, tested, and used to explain change. Connections to Engineering, Technology, and Applications of Science: Influence of Engineering, Technology, and Science on Society and the Natural World Engineers improve existing technologies or develop new ones to increase their benefits (e.g., better artificial limbs), decrease known risks (e.g., seatbelts in cars), and meet societal demands (e.g., cell phones). Connections to Nature of Science: Science is a Human Endeavor Science affects everyday life.
California Environmental Principles and Concepts:
N/A
California Common Core State Standards Connections:
ELA/Literacy W.3.1.a–d: Write opinion pieces on topics or texts, supporting a point of view with reasons. W.3.7: Conduct short research projects that build knowledge about a topic. Mathematics MP.2: Reason abstractly and quantitatively. MP.4: Model with mathematics.
DCI Connections:
Connections to other DCIs in third grade: N/A Articulation across grade-levels: K.ESS3.B; K.ETS1.A; 4.ESS3.B; 4.ETS1.A; MS.ESS3.B
Performance Expectation: Make a claim about the merit of a design solution that reduces the impacts of a weather-related hazard.* [Clarification Statement: Examples of design solutions to weather-related hazards could include barriers to prevent flooding, wind resistant roofs, and lightning rods.]
Disciplinary Core Idea(s):
ESS3.B: Natural Hazards A variety of natural hazards result from natural processes. Humans cannot eliminate natural hazards but can take steps to reduce their impacts. (Note: This Disciplinary Core Idea is also addressed by 4-ESS3-2.)
Science & Engineering Practices: Engaging in Argument from Evidence Make a claim about the merit of a solution to a problem by citing relevant evidence about how it meets the criteria and constraints of the problem.
Crosscutting Concepts: Cause and Effect Cause and effect relationships are routinely identified, tested, and used to explain change. Connections to Engineering, Technology, and Applications of Science: Influence of Engineering, Technology, and Science on Society and the Natural World Engineers improve existing technologies or develop new ones to increase their benefits (e.g., better artificial limbs), decrease known risks (e.g., seatbelts in cars), and meet societal demands (e.g., cell phones). Connections to Nature of Science: Science is a Human Endeavor Science affects everyday life.
California Environmental Principles and Concepts:
N/A
California Common Core State Standards Connections:
ELA/Literacy W.3.1.a–d: Write opinion pieces on topics or texts, supporting a point of view with reasons. W.3.7: Conduct short research projects that build knowledge about a topic. Mathematics MP.2: Reason abstractly and quantitatively. MP.4: Model with mathematics.
DCI Connections:
Connections to other DCIs in third grade: N/A Articulation across grade-levels: K.ESS3.B; K.ETS1.A; 4.ESS3.B; 4.ETS1.A; MS.ESS3.B
Standard Identifier: 3-LS1-1
Grade:
3
Disciplinary Core Idea:
LS1.B: Growth and Development of Organisms
Cross Cutting Concept:
CCC-1: Patterns
Science & Engineering Practice:
SEP-2: Developing and Using Models
Content Area:
Life Science
Title: 3-LS1 From Molecules to Organisms: Structures and Processes
Performance Expectation: Develop models to describe that organisms have unique and diverse life cycles but all have in common birth, growth, reproduction, and death. [Clarification Statement: Changes organisms go through during their life form a pattern.] [Assessment Boundary: Assessment of plant life cycles is limited to those of flowering plants. Assessment does not include details of human reproduction.]
Disciplinary Core Idea(s):
LS1.B: Growth and Development of Organisms Reproduction is essential to the continued existence of every kind of organism. Plants and animals have unique and diverse life cycles.
Science & Engineering Practices: Developing and Using Models Develop models to describe phenomena. Connections to Nature of Science: Scientific Knowledge is Based on Empirical Evidence Science findings are based on recognizing patterns.
Crosscutting Concepts: Patterns Patterns of change can be used to make predictions.
California Environmental Principles and Concepts:
Principle III Natural systems proceed through cycles that humans depend upon, benefit from, and can alter.
California Common Core State Standards Connections:
ELA/Literacy RI.3.7: Use information gained from illustrations (e.g., maps, photographs) and the words in a text to demonstrate understanding of the text (e.g., where, when, why, and how key events occur). SL.3.5: Create engaging audio recordings of stories or poems that demonstrate fluid reading at an understandable pace; add visual displays when appropriate to emphasize or enhance certain facts or details. Mathematics MP.4: Model with mathematics. 3.NBT.1-3: Use place value understanding and properties of operations to perform multi-digit arithmetic. 3.NF.1-3: Develop understanding of fractions as numbers.
DCI Connections:
Connections to other DCIs in third grade: N/A Articulation across grade-levels: MS.LS1.B
Performance Expectation: Develop models to describe that organisms have unique and diverse life cycles but all have in common birth, growth, reproduction, and death. [Clarification Statement: Changes organisms go through during their life form a pattern.] [Assessment Boundary: Assessment of plant life cycles is limited to those of flowering plants. Assessment does not include details of human reproduction.]
Disciplinary Core Idea(s):
LS1.B: Growth and Development of Organisms Reproduction is essential to the continued existence of every kind of organism. Plants and animals have unique and diverse life cycles.
Science & Engineering Practices: Developing and Using Models Develop models to describe phenomena. Connections to Nature of Science: Scientific Knowledge is Based on Empirical Evidence Science findings are based on recognizing patterns.
Crosscutting Concepts: Patterns Patterns of change can be used to make predictions.
California Environmental Principles and Concepts:
Principle III Natural systems proceed through cycles that humans depend upon, benefit from, and can alter.
California Common Core State Standards Connections:
ELA/Literacy RI.3.7: Use information gained from illustrations (e.g., maps, photographs) and the words in a text to demonstrate understanding of the text (e.g., where, when, why, and how key events occur). SL.3.5: Create engaging audio recordings of stories or poems that demonstrate fluid reading at an understandable pace; add visual displays when appropriate to emphasize or enhance certain facts or details. Mathematics MP.4: Model with mathematics. 3.NBT.1-3: Use place value understanding and properties of operations to perform multi-digit arithmetic. 3.NF.1-3: Develop understanding of fractions as numbers.
DCI Connections:
Connections to other DCIs in third grade: N/A Articulation across grade-levels: MS.LS1.B
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