Independent School District, Boise, ID

Science - Kindergarten

District Course #012

Course Description

Science at the elementary level will explore concepts in three main areas: earth science, physical science, and life science. The scientific method and measurement concepts will be incorporated in all three areas, and coordinated with laboratory activities. The sequence of the units taught should match the science kit schedule for your school. State standards are imbedded throughout the course and guide its instructional objectives. While each standard is expressed through specific instructional objectives, instructors should seek opportunities to apply standards throughout the course.

Adopted Materials

Title: Discover the Wonder
Publisher: Scott Forseman

Hands on Science Laboratory Kits

STC Fabrics

Copyright Resources

Kindergarten Handbook & Curriculum Guide

Appendix

Course Scope

Unit 1 Senses and SeasonsSemester 1
Unit 2 Living ThingsSemester 2

Unit 1
  • Models
  • Observations
  • Senses
  • Seasons
  • Tools & Technology
Unit 2
  • Data Collection
  • Changes in nature
  • Measuring
  • Living vs. Nonliving
  • Recycling

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Assessment Correlation acronyms key

Unit 1

Senses and Seasons

Semester 1

Instructional Objective

012.02 Explore and use various models.

Standard Reference
527.01

No.

Performance Objective

Resource Reference

Assessment Correlation

01

Identify and discuss that models represent real life concepts.

Kindergarten Handbook & Curriculum Guide

TMA

Instructional Objective

012.05 Understand the concepts of yesterday, today and tomorrow.

Standard Reference
527.03

No.

Performance Objective

Resource Reference

Assessment Correlation

01

Speak in terms of time such as yesterday, today and tomorrow.

Kindergarten Handbook & Curriculum Guide

TMA

Instructional Objective

012.06 Make observations.

Standard Reference
529.01

No.

Performance Objective

Resource Reference

Assessment Correlation

01

Brainstorm information gathered through observation.

Kindergarten Handbook & Curriculum Guide

TMA

Instructional Objective

012.08 Communicate observations.

Standard Reference
529.01

No.

Performance Objective

Resource Reference

Assessment Correlation

01

Discuss and share observations.

Kindergarten Handbook & Curriculum Guide

TMA

Instructional Objective

012.09 Use senses to explore and describe matter.

Standard Reference
530.01

No.

Performance Objective

Resource Reference

Assessment Correlation

01

Discuss how we can hear, taste, touch, smell and see objects.

Kindergarten Handbook & Curriculum Guide

TMA

Instructional Objective

012.11 Observe and identify the four seasons.

Standard Reference
534.01

No.

Performance Objective

Resource Reference

Assessment Correlation

01

Collect and discuss observations of the seasonal changes.

Kindergarten Handbook & Curriculum Guide

TMA

Instructional Objective

012.14 Recognize that people have invented tools for everyday life and for scientific investigations.

Standard Reference
535.01

No.

Performance Objective

Resource Reference

Assessment Correlation

01

Discuss the role of basic tools in everyday life.

Kindergarten Handbook & Curriculum Guide

TMA

02

Discuss the role of tools for scientific investigations.

Kindergarten Handbook & Curriculum Guide

TMA

Instructional Objective

012.15 Use available technology.

Standard Reference
535.01

No.

Performance Objective

Resource Reference

Assessment Correlation

01

Discuss the role of technology for scientific investigations.

Kindergarten Handbook & Curriculum Guide

TMA

Instructional Objective

012.19 Learn appropriate cooperation and interaction skills.

Standard Reference
538.01

No.

Performance Objective

Resource Reference

Assessment Correlation

01

Complete simple tasks requiring group participation.

Kindergarten Handbook & Curriculum Guide

TMA

Instructional Objective

012.20 Understand and follow instructions.

Standard Reference
538.02

No.

Performance Objective

Resource Reference

Assessment Correlation

01

Demonstrate understanding of instructions by following simple three-step directions.

Kindergarten Handbook & Curriculum Guide

TMA

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Unit 2

Living Things

Semester 2

Instructional Objective

012.01 Explore the concepts of observation and data collection.

Standard Reference
527.01

No.

Performance Objective

Resource Reference

Assessment Correlation

01

Discuss and document observations through class discussions.

Kindergarten Handbook & Curriculum Guide

TMA

02

Document individual observations in experiments.

Kindergarten Handbook & Curriculum Guide

TMA

Instructional Objective

012.03 Explore changes.

Standard Reference
527.02

No.

Performance Objective

Resource Reference

Assessment Correlation

01

Discuss and record observable changes in the seasons.

Kindergarten Handbook & Curriculum Guide

TMA

02

Discuss and record observable changes in the animal kingdom.

Kindergarten Handbook & Curriculum Guide

TMA

03

Discuss and record observable changes due to growth in self.

Kindergarten Handbook & Curriculum Guide

TMA

Instructional Objective

012.04 Measure in non-standard units.

Standard Reference
527.02

No.

Performance Objective

Resource Reference

Assessment Correlation

01

Discuss and demonstrate using a non-standard unit for measurement.

Kindergarten Handbook & Curriculum Guide

TMA

02

Discuss uses of standard units of measurement; such as the ruler, yardstick and scale.

Kindergarten Handbook & Curriculum Guide

TMA

Instructional Objective

012.07 Use various tools to gather information.

Standard Reference
529.01

No.

Performance Objective

Resource Reference

Assessment Correlation

01

Explore ways to use tools in gathering information.

Kindergarten Handbook & Curriculum Guide

TMA

02

Identify and discuss how the five senses are used in information gathering.

Kindergarten Handbook & Curriculum Guide

TMA

Instructional Objective

012.10 Recognize the difference between living and non-living things.

Standard Reference
533.01

No.

Performance Objective

Resource Reference

Assessment Correlation

01

Identify objects as living or non-living things.

Kindergarten Handbook & Curriculum Guide

TMA

Instructional Objective

012.12 Observe different weather conditions.

Standard Reference
534.01

No.

Performance Objective

Resource Reference

Assessment Correlation

01

Discuss the basic principles of the water-cycle.

Kindergarten Handbook & Curriculum Guide

TMA

02

Discuss and observe the influences of temperature change on everyday life.

Kindergarten Handbook & Curriculum Guide

TMA

Instructional Objective

012.13 Distinguish between natural objects and objects made by humans.

Standard Reference
535.01

No.

Performance Objective

Resource Reference

Assessment Correlation

01

Identify objects as natural or man-made.

Kindergarten Handbook & Curriculum Guide

TMA

Instructional Objective

012.16 Observe and discuss characteristics of the local environment.

Standard Reference
537.01

No.

Performance Objective

Resource Reference

Assessment Correlation

01

List features of the local environment as generated through class discussions.

Kindergarten Handbook & Curriculum Guide

TMA

Instructional Objective

012.17 Explore the concept of recycling.

Standard Reference
527.02

No.

Performance Objective

Resource Reference

Assessment Correlation

01

Identify efforts in recycling that can be made at home.

Kindergarten Handbook & Curriculum Guide

TMA

Instructional Objective

012.18 Discuss the conservation of natural resources.

Standard Reference
527.02

No.

Performance Objective

Resource Reference

Assessment Correlation

01

Identify and discuss efforts in preserving natural resources at home and in the local environment.

Kindergarten Handbook & Curriculum Guide

TMA


Appendix

Unit 1

  • Models
  • Observations
  • Senses
  • Seasons
  • Tools & Technology

Unit 2

  • Data Collection
  • Changes in nature
  • Measuring
  • Living vs. Nonliving
  • Recycling

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