First Grade Science

First Grade ScienceFirst Quarter Science IndicatorsScience and TechnologyExplore that some materials are better suited for making something new.Following directions and asking someone for help is a benefit in building and working.Investigate that tools are used to make things.Several steps are needed to make things.Investigate that when parts are put together they can do new things. (gears)Science InquiryAsk "What happens when" questionsExplore "what happen when" questionsUse appropriate safety procedures.Investigate & share findings.Create individual conclusions.Use oral, written and pictorial representations to communicate work.Describe things accurately and compare with others observations.Ways of KnowingDiscover the reliability of the same investigation done over and over.Earth ScienceExplain that all organisms cause changes in the environment.Physical ScienceExplore changes that greatly change the properties of an oject.Investigate a variety of ways to make things move and the causes.

Second Quarter Science IndicatorsScience and TechnologyInvestigate that tools are used to make things.Ways of KnowingDemonstrate good explanations based on investigations and observations.Explain that everyone can do science no matter where they live.Life ScienceInvestigate that animals depend on other animals and plants for food and shelterRecognize that seasonal changes can influence organisms.Physical ScienceExplore and observe the changing properties of matter: (heating, freezing, etc.)Third Quarter Science IndicatorsScience and TechnologyIdentify how people can conserve energy. (lights and motors)Investigate that tools are used to make things.Science InquiryMake estimates to compare lengths, weight, time intervalsEarth and SpaceIdentify that resources are from the living or nonliving environment.Explain that organisms cause changes in the environment.Life ScienceExplain that organisma have basic needs.Explain that food comes from sources other than grocery stores.Explore that body parts are used to find and take in food.Investigate that animals depend on other animals and plants for food and shelter

Fourth Quarter Science IndicatorsScience and TechnologyIdentify materials that can by recycled.Explore ways people use energy to cook and warm their homes.Earth and SpaceExplain that resources can be extended through careful use, decreasing use,reusing, and recycling.Physical ScienceClassify objects according to material and physical properties.Investigate changes in water - solids and liquids.Explore the effects objects have on others even when not touching. (magnets)Explore how energy makes things work.Recognize the sun as an energy source.Describe that energy can be obtained from many sources.