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.
Unit 1
- Models
- Observations
- Senses
- Seasons
- Tools & Technology
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Unit 2
- Data Collection
- Changes in nature
- Measuring
- Living vs. Nonliving
- Recycling
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Instructional Objective
012.02 Explore and use various models. |
Standard Reference
527.01 |
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No. |
Performance Objective |
Resource Reference |
Assessment Correlation |
|
01 |
Identify and discuss that models represent real
life concepts. |
Kindergarten
Handbook & Curriculum Guide |
TMA |
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Instructional Objective
012.05 Understand the concepts of yesterday,
today and tomorrow. |
Standard Reference
527.03 |
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No. |
Performance Objective |
Resource Reference |
Assessment Correlation |
|
01 |
Speak in terms of time such as yesterday, today
and tomorrow. |
Kindergarten
Handbook & Curriculum Guide |
TMA |
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Instructional Objective
012.06 Make observations. |
Standard Reference
529.01 |
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No. |
Performance Objective |
Resource Reference |
Assessment Correlation |
|
01 |
Brainstorm information gathered through observation. |
Kindergarten
Handbook & Curriculum Guide |
TMA |
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Instructional Objective
012.08 Communicate observations. |
Standard Reference
529.01 |
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No. |
Performance Objective |
Resource Reference |
Assessment Correlation |
|
01 |
Discuss and share observations. |
Kindergarten
Handbook & Curriculum Guide |
TMA |
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Instructional Objective
012.09 Use senses to explore and describe
matter. |
Standard Reference
530.01 |
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No. |
Performance Objective |
Resource Reference |
Assessment Correlation |
|
01 |
Discuss how we can hear, taste, touch, smell
and see objects. |
Kindergarten
Handbook & Curriculum Guide |
TMA |
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Instructional Objective
012.11 Observe and identify the four seasons. |
Standard Reference
534.01 |
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No. |
Performance Objective |
Resource Reference |
Assessment Correlation |
|
01 |
Collect and discuss observations of the seasonal
changes. |
Kindergarten
Handbook & Curriculum Guide |
TMA |
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Instructional Objective
012.14 Recognize that people have invented
tools for everyday life and for scientific
investigations. |
Standard Reference
535.01 |
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No. |
Performance Objective |
Resource Reference |
Assessment Correlation |
|
01 |
Discuss the role of basic tools in everyday
life. |
Kindergarten
Handbook & Curriculum Guide |
TMA |
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02 |
Discuss the role of tools for scientific investigations. |
Kindergarten
Handbook & Curriculum Guide |
TMA |
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Instructional Objective
012.15 Use available technology. |
Standard Reference
535.01 |
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No. |
Performance Objective |
Resource Reference |
Assessment Correlation |
|
01 |
Discuss the role of technology for scientific
investigations. |
Kindergarten
Handbook & Curriculum Guide |
TMA |
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Instructional Objective
012.19 Learn appropriate cooperation and interaction
skills. |
Standard Reference
538.01 |
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No. |
Performance Objective |
Resource Reference |
Assessment Correlation |
|
01 |
Complete simple tasks requiring group participation. |
Kindergarten
Handbook & Curriculum Guide |
TMA |
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Instructional Objective
012.20 Understand and follow instructions. |
Standard Reference
538.02 |
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No. |
Performance Objective |
Resource Reference |
Assessment Correlation |
|
01 |
Demonstrate understanding of instructions by
following simple three-step directions. |
Kindergarten
Handbook & Curriculum Guide |
TMA |
Appendix
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Unit 1
- Models
- Observations
- Senses
- Seasons
- Tools & Technology
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Unit 2
- Data Collection
- Changes in nature
- Measuring
- Living vs. Nonliving
- Recycling
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