Scientific Method Life Science Earth Science Physical Science
GATHERING INFORMATION
A-002 Records scientific data using graphs, charts and tables
A-003 Collects and groups specimens for identification
A-005 Demonstrates use of age appropriate laboratory instruments
A-006 Identifies parts of compound microscope and describes the functions
A-007 Applies safety practices when using science equipment and chemicals
INVESTIGATION
AND APPLICATION
A-008 Identifies, describes and classifies objects organisms and events
A-009 Compares and contrasts objects, organisms and events
A-010 Sequences scientific phenomena such as life cycles, water cycle, etc.
A-012 Identifies stimulus/response relationships
A-013 Formulates a hypothesis based on observations
A-014 Formulates hypotheses and creates inferences from those hypotheses
A-015 Distinguishes between a hypothesis and a theory
A-017 Identifies the steps in the scientific method
A-018 Designs and implements an experiment using the scientific method
A-019 Summarizes scientific data from graphs charts and tables
A-020 Identifies and manipulates variables and controls
A-021 Investigates career opportunities in science
Identifies, estimates and measures metric units used for:
A-022—length/height
A-023—temperature
A-024—volume
A-025—mass/weight
THE
CELL THEORY
B-001 Defines cell
B-002 Explains cell theory
B-003 Recognizes that every organism begins as a single cell
B-004 Indicates that all living things are made of cells
B-005 Distinguishes between unicellular and multi-cellular organisms
B-006 Recognizes that most multi-cellular organisms are organized into cells, tissues organs and systems
B-007 Uses a microscope to observe plant and animal cells
B-009 Formulates observations that demonstrate structural differences in plant/animal cells
B-010 Describes how chloroplasts make food for the plant cell
B-011 Recognizes that the function of the cell reflects its structure
SIMPLE
AND COMPLEX ORGANISMS
B-018 Defines organisms
B-019 Lists the life processes of organism
B-020 Distinguishes between living and non-living thing
B-021 Recognizes the difference between plants and animal
B-022 Indicates the needs of living things
B-023 Classifies organisms into kingdoms
B-024 Classifies organisms according to kingdom, phylum, class order, family, genus and species
B-025 Arranges the five kingdoms in order from simple to complex
B-026 Uses identification keys to classify organisms according to genus and species
B-027 Classifies bacteria and protists as microorganisms
B-028 Identifies the habitats of various microorganisms
B-029 Observes safety rules regarding bacterial cultures
B-030 Cultures bacteria
B-031 Compares and contrasts virus and bacteria
B-033 Describes ways in which bacteria are harmful and helpful
B-034 Classifies bacteria by shape
B-041 Illustrates the requirements for the growth of green plants
B-042 Illustrates the main parts of a plant
B-043 Classifies seeds by grouping them according to similarities
B-044 Measures, compares, and records plant growth from seeds or bulbs
B-045 Analyzes and records data on conditions necessary for seed germination
B-046 Conducts experiments in vegetative propagation
B-048 Classifies plants as vascular or non-vascular
B-049 Describes how roots, stems, leaves and flowers contribute to plant life processes
B-050 Labels the parts and describes functions of a flower
B-051 Distinguishes trees as deciduous or evergreen
B-053 Identifies selected plants by using a simple identification key
B-054 Lists the structures and characteristics of monocot and dicot plants
B-055 Describes the process of photosynthesis
B-056 Shows how chlorophyl can be removed from a green plant's leaf
B-057 Identifies the presence of starch in a green plant
B-058 Observes and documents a plant's response to external stimuli
B-059 Compares animals born alive to those that are hatched
B-061 Identifies ways animals protect themselves
B-062 Classifies organisms belonging to the Animal Kingdom
B-063 Classifies animals by their body structures and methods of locomotion
B-064 Identifies animals as invertebrates or vertebrates
B-065 Describes increasing complexity of invertebrates from sponges to arthropods
B-066 Distinguishes between warm and cold-blooded vertebrates
Determines the characteristics of each of the following based on grade level appropriateness:
B-067—fish
B-068—amphibians
B-069—reptiles
B-070—birds
B-071—mammals
B-072 Compares and contrasts complete and incomplete metamorphosis in insects
ECOLOGY
B-074 Recognizes the importance of the science of ecology
B-075 Distinguishes between environment and habitat
B-076 Identifies the habitats of various animals
B-077 Identifies several ways in which plants are useful to animals
B-078 Explains how plants and animals are vital natural resources which need to be conserved
B-079 Describes the importance of and methods for maintaining and preserving an organism's natural habitat
B-080 Creates a model habitat to observe the interrelationship of organisms
B-081 Differentiates between a producer and a consumer
B-082 Evaluates predator/prey relationships
B-083 Defines and diagrams a food chain and shows how it functions
B-084 Identifies the importance of a decomposer as a consumer in a food chain
B-085 Illustrates the energy flow in a land and ocean food chain
B-086 Creates a food web and shows the interdependence of its members
B-087 Identifies concrete ways that people can affect a food web
B-088 Explains why some animals must live in groups for protection, shelter and food
B-090 Describes the relationship between a parasite and a host
B-091 Compares and contrasts carnivores, herbivores and omnivores
B-092 Infers that adaptations help organisms survive in their environments
B-093 Contrasts physical and behavioral adaptations in animals
B-094 Evaluates the consequences of extinction
B-095 Compares "inborn" and 'learned" behaviors
B-096 Defines and describes ecosystem populations in their respective communities
B-097 Tells how organisms compete for food and space within their community
B-098 Examines factors that can cause changes in the size of a population
B-100 Describes the oxygen and carbon dioxide cycles
THE
HUMAN BODY
B-109 Explains how the human body is made up of cells grouped into tissues, organs and systems
B-124 Labels the major parts of the nervous system and describes their functions
B-127 Labels the main parts of the brain and describes the function of each
B-130 Describes how the body systems work together
WEATHER
C-068 Relates safety rules to be observed during tornadoes hurricanes and thunderstorms
ENVIRONMENT
C-115 Discusses the importance of natural resources and identifies ways to protect them
C-116 Lists sources of and solutions to land, air and water pollution
C-117 Explores alternative forms of energy resources (e.g. solar, wind, water)
C-118 Discusses the harmful effects of water, air and land pollution
C-119 Identifies recycling as a means of conservation of resources
C-120 Indicates ways people can use water, air and land wisely
C-121 Judges items as recyclable renewable and nonrenewable
C-122 Researches current findings on environmental issues
INVESTIGATING
MATTER/PRINCIPLES OF CHEMISTRY
D-006 Defines an atom
D-007 Constructs models of particle movement in solids, liquids and gases
D-008 Defines elements
D-009 Defines compounds
D-010 Distinguishes between elements, mixtures and compounds
D-014 Recognizes and diagrams the basic structure of an atom
ELECTRICITY
AND MAGNETISM
D-067 Identifies ways that electricity can be conserved
HEAT
AND LIGHT
D-072 Compares Fahrenheit and Celsius