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Standard / Strand / Behavioral Objective/ CPI Grades K-2 Activities Activities Assessment

5.1. 1A. Habits of Mind Expectation 1: Children develop inquiry skills, including problem solving and decision-making. *NJ ASK Test Specifications (NJASK) A. Habits of Mind

1. Asks questions relating to own interests and current classroom activities Perform experiments

Activities A1 – E8

Questions answered from Activites.

2. Make observations,. Complete experiment recording sheets.

Unit Tests

3. Makes predictions Discuss/brainstorm what will happen next.

Class Discussions

5.1. 1B. Inquiry and Problem Solving By the end of Grade 4, students will: *NJ ASK Test Specifications (NJASK) Skill Statement B. Inquiry and Problem Solving

1. Develop strategies and skills for information-gathering and problem solving, using appropriate tools and technologies. (Related to NJASK Skill Statement B 2).

Groups or pairs can observe, measure, discuss, predict using proper tools.

Collect data in classroom, outdoors, at community.

Projects, posters, booklets, dioramas, datacharts.

2. Identify the evidence used in an explanation. (Related to NJASK Skill Statement B3).

Group discussion regarding evidence.

Creation of list of evidence.

Description of evidence.

3. Discusses, shares and records findings. Group discussion regarding evidence.

Sharing explanations of evidence with class.

Use of proper vocabulary to describe evidence.

4. Answers questions or tests predictions using simple experiments or research media. Revisit activity, test hypotheses, research for accuracy with teacher assistance.

Use internet on SMARTboard to model safe research methods.

Book report on related topic.

5.1.1C. Safety By the end of Grade 1, students will: *NJ ASK Test Specifications (NJASK) Skill Statement C. Safety

Recognize that conducting science activities requires an awareness of potential hazards and the need for safe practices. (Related to NJASK Skill Statement C 1& C 3).

Unitedstreaming Video on Safety

Safety Tips H8-9 Picture matchup on safety tips.

2. Understand and practice safety procedures for conducting science investigations. (Related to NJASK Skill Statement C). Ongoing reinforcement of

Discussion on proper “Use of

Performance Assessment



safety rules and tips Tools” H10-H13 during

experimentation.5.2.1A. Cultural Contributions By the end of Grade 1, students will: *NJ ASK Test Specifications (NJASK) Science, Society and Technology -Skill Statement A.

(Related to World Languages Standard 7.2) Discuss scientists’ contibutions from all parts of the world.

5.2.1B. Historical Perspectives 1. Indicators for this strand are introduced at a higher-grade level. 5.3.1A Numerical Operations 1. Indicators for this strand are introduced at a higher-grade level. 5.3. 1B. Geometry and Measurement 1. Indicators for this strand are introduced at a higher-grade level. 5.3.1C. Patterns and Algebra 1. Indicators for this strand are introduced at a higher-grade level. 5.3.1D. Data Analysis 1. Indicators for this strand are introduced at a higher-grade level. 5.4. 1A. Science and Technology 1. Indicators for this strand are introduced at a higher-grade level. 5.4. 1B. Nature of Technology By the end of Grade 1, students will:

1. Select and use simple tools and materials to complete a task. (Related to NJASK Skill Statement D 2). Proper use of ruler, calculator, thermometer and hand lens during experimentation.

Accurate measurements recorded on data record sheets.

5.4. 1C. Technological Design By the end of Grade 1, students will:

1. Make a plan in order to design a solution to a problem. Consistently “Think Like a Scientist” H4-H5

-Make a Guess -Plan Do a Test -Write What Happens -Draw Conclusions

Assess using experimental design discussed among group.

2. Describe a toy or other familiar object as a system with parts that work together. (Related to NJASK Skill Statement D 4& F 1).

“Vehicles Day” to discuss working

Make a poster showing how

Write a paragraph on



parts. something in

your house works. “Go-Cart Parts” First Grade GoCart Worksheet.doc

how a body part or system works.

5.5.1B. Diversity and Biological Evolution By the end of Grade 1 students will:

1. Recognize that different types of plants and animals live in different parts of the world. (Related to NJASK Knowledge Statement B 1).

A4-A5 Discussion Map and climate exploration

Magazine pics of different animals-place in proper parts of a world map using tacky-glue.

2. Recognize that some kinds of organisms that once lived on earth have completely disappeared. Intro to Prehistoric Life Forms

Books and Unitedstreaming Videos on Dinosaurs

Q&A Session

5.5. 1A. Matter, Energy and Organization in Living Systems Expectation 2: Children observe and investigate the properties, both living and nonliving. 1. Explains that living things have specific needs. Read

Pages A16-A33A4, A5, A7 Performance

Assessments2. Explains the differences between nonliving and living things. “Nature Cards”

Project TE p. A13Sort in a Venn Diagram Living/Nonliving

Informal and Unit Test

3. Acquires and uses basic vocabulary for plants, animals and humans, as well as their parts and characteristics. (Related to NJASK Knowledge Statement A 7).

Unit Project Teacher’s Resource Book, p A99

Make a Train, TE A86

Informal and Unit Test

5.5. 1C. Reproduction and Heredity By the end of Grade 1, students will: *NJ ASK Test Specifications (NJASK) Life science -Knowledge Statement C/Reproduction and Heredity

1. Recognize that humans and other organisms resemble their parents. (Related to NJASK Knowledge Statement C 1). pp. A14-A15 Activity A4 Informal and Unit Test

5.6. 1A. Structure and Properties of Matter By the end of Grade 1, students will: *NJ ASK Test Specifications (NJASK)Physical Science Chemistry -Knowledge

Statement A

1. Sort objects according to the materials from which they are made or their physical properties, and give a rationale for sorting. (Related to NJASK Knowledge Statement A 1 b).

2. . Use magnifiers to observe materials, then draw and describe what more can be seen using the tools. (Related to NJASK Knowledge Statement A 1 c).

A10-A26 A3, A4, A5, using hand lens

Classification of Animals Acg to Movement



(Animal Booklet, TE A54)

3. Observe that water can be a liquid or a solid and can change from one form to the other. (Related to NJASK Knowledge Statement A 2).

pp. B2-B41 Activity B2 using ice cubes instead of “kisses”

Freeze Pop Test: Describe what happens to a Freeze Pop after it leaves the freezer and why. Reward: Freeze Pop

5.6. 1B. Chemical Reactions By the end of Grade 1, students will: *NJ ASK Test Specifications (NJASK)Physical Science Chemistry -Knowledge Statement B

1. Indicators for this strand are introduced at a higher-grade level 5.7.1A. Motion and Forces By the end of Grade 1, students will: *NJ ASK Test Specifications (NJASK) Physical Science Physics -Knowledge Statement A

1.Distinguish among the different ways objects can move such as: fast and slow. in a straight line. in a circular path. back and forth.

(Related to NJASK Knowledge Statement A 1 & 2).

pp. C2-C35 Magnet Explorations

Activities C1, C2, C3, C4. C5, C6, C7

Unit Review

2. Show that the position and motion of an object can be changed by pushing or pulling the object. (Related to NJASK Knowledge Statement A 3).

Teacher driven Playground demo, illustrating change in position and motion of an object by pushing and pulling.

Pushes and Pulls Diorama illustrating same.

5.7.1B Energy Transformations By the end of Grade 1, students will: *NJ ASK Test Specifications (NJASK) Physical Science Physics -Knowledge Statement B

1. Demonstrate that sound can be produced by vibrating objects. (Related to NJASK Knowledge Statement B 4). Music integration-play several instruments. Have students feel the vibrations.

Describe in science notebook.

Assess notebook: keywords “vibraion makes sound”

5.8.1A. Earth Properties and Materials

http://www.bbc.co.uk/schools/scienceclips/ages/5_6/pushes_pulls.shtml



By the end of Grade 1, students will: *NJ ASK Test Specifications (NJASK)Earth Science- Knowledge Statement A 1. Observe and describe rocks and soil. (Related to NJASK Knowledge Statement A 1 a).

pp. D2-D26 Activities D1-D6 Assess science notebooks for observations

5.8.1B. Atmosphere and Water By the end of Grade 1, students will: *NJ ASK Test Specifications (NJASK) Earth Science- Knowledge Statement B

1. Identify the sources and uses of water. (Related to NJASK Knowledge Statement B 2 a & b). pp. D28-D40 Activities D7-D9 Assess science notebooks for observations

2. Recognize that water can disappear (evaporate) and collect on cold surfaces (condense). (Related to NJASK Knowledge Statement B 2& 3).

pp. B20-B25 Activity B5 Assess science notebooks for observations

3. Describe current weather conditions and recognize how those conditions affect our daily lives. (Related to NJASK Knowledge Statement B 3)

pp. B2-B5 Activity B1 Assess Weather Chart Data

4. Describe daily and seasonal changes and patterns in the weather. (Related to NJASK Knowledge Statement B 3 a-d). pp. B26-B33 Activity B6, the Scavenger Hunt

Assess science notebooks for observations

5.8.1C. Processes that Shape the Earth By the end of Grade 1, students will: *NJ ASK Test Specifications (NJASK) Earth Science- Knowledge Statement C

Indicators for this strand are introduced at a higher-grade level. 5.8.1D. How We Study the Earth By the end of Grade 1, students will: *NJ ASK Test Specifications (NJASK) Earth Science- Knowledge Statement D

1. Record observations that describe the features of the natural world in their local environment. (Related to NJASK Knowledge Statement D 1).

pp. D6-D11 1. Activity D2, Analyzing Soil

2. Field Trip with Field Glasses to observe landforms

Assess science notebooks for observations

5.9.1A. Earth, Moon, Sun System By the end of Grade 1, students will: *NJ ASK Test Specifications (NJASK) Astronomy and Space Science- Knowledge Statement A

1. Recognize that the sun supplies light and heat to the Earth. (Related to NJASK Knowledge Statement A 1).

pp. B6-B13 Activities B2 and B3

2. Observe the patterns of day and night and the movements of the shadows of an object on the Earth during the course of a day. (Related to NJASK Knowledge Statement A 2 b).

Earth Moon and Sun Lesson Plan

http://www.cstone.net/%7Ebcp/1/1FSci.htm

http://www.cstone.net/%7Ebcp/1/1FSci.htm



5.9.1B. Solar System By the end of Grade 1, students will: *NJ ASK Test Specifications (NJASK) Astronomy and Space Science- Knowledge Statement B

1. Recognize that the sun can only be seen during the day, but the moon can be seen sometimes at night and sometimes during the day. (Related to NJASK Knowledge Statement B 1).

Placement of the Sun Reading Interactive

5.9.1C. Stars 1. Observe that stars are many, scattered, and different in brightness. (Related to NJASK Knowledge Statement C 1).

Stars Info

2. Observe that the position of the stars, with respect to each other (constellations) is unchanging. (Related to NJASK Knowledge Statement C 1).

Day and Night, Seasons, Moon

5.9.1D. Galaxies and Universe Building upon knowledge and skills gained in preceding grades, by the end of Grade 4, students will: *NJ ASK Test Specifications (NJASK) Astronomy and Space Science- Knowledge Statement D

Solar System Info and Games (for enrichment)

By the end of Grade 1, students will: *NJ ASK Test Specifications (NJASK) Astronomy and Space Science- Knowledge Statement D

Indicators for this strand are introduced at a higher-grade level. 5.10.1A. Natural Systems and Interaction By the end of Grade 1, students will: *NJ ASK Test Specifications (NJASK) Environmental Science- Knowledge Statement A

1. Associate organisms basic needs with how they meet those needs within their surroundings. (Related to NJASK Knowledge Statement A 1 -4).

pp. B34-B40 pp. B38-B40

B8, B9 Unit Review

5.10.1B. Human Interactions and Impact By the end of Grade 1, students will: *NJ ASK Test Specifications (NJASK) Environmental Science- Knowledge Statement B

1. Identify various needs of humans that are supplied by the natural or constructed environment. (Related to NJASK Knowledge Statement B 1).

pp. D36-D40 D9 “Making Compost”

Assess observations, data collection, recording and inferences drawn from data in Science Notebook.

http://www.beaconlearningcenter.com/Weblessons/SunriseSunset/default.htm



http://www.frontiernet.net/%7Ekidpower/stars.html

http://oncampus.richmond.edu/academics/education/projects/webunits/cycles/index.html

http://oncampus.richmond.edu/academics/education/projects/webunits/cycles/index.html

http://www.apples4theteacher.com/starwarp2.html

http://www.apples4theteacher.com/starwarp2.html

Second Grade Science Curriculum Page 1 of 7 Standard / Strand / Behavioral Objective/ CPI Grades K-2 Lessons Activities Assessment

5.1. 2A. Habits of Mind Expectation 1: Children develop inquiry skills, including problem solving and decision-making. *NJ ASK Test Specifications (NJASK) A. Habits of Mind

1. Asks questions relating to own interests and current classroom activities. Predictions, Inferences, make hypotheses, communicate during hands-on-science throughout

A1-E7 Science journal, printed media

2. Make observations. Collect and record data, observe, experiment, during hands-on-science throughout


3. Predicts results. Infer and predict during hands-on-science throughout


4 Answers questions or tests predictions using simple experiments or research media. Use of process skills to experiment to test predictions during hand-on-science throughout


5. Discusses, shares and records findings Communicates findings by making a model, drawing a picture, or writing in science journal, on a poster, or other media throughout



Reference activity process skills above

A1-E7 Informal oral and formal written assessment on Unit Tests


Reference activity process skills above

A1-E7


Reference activity process skills

A1-E7


above

3. Discusses, shares and records findings. Reference activity process skills above

A1-E7

4. Answers questions or tests predictions using simple experiments or research media. Reference activity process skills above

A1-E7


Informal oral and formal written assessment on Unit Tests

1. Recognize that conducting science activities requires an awareness of potential hazards and the need for safe practices. (Related to NJASK Skill Statement C 1& C 3).

Review H8-H9 Model safe practices

Picture matching safe practices

2. Understand and practice safety procedures for conducting science investigations. (Related to NJASK Skill Statement C).

Review H8-H9 Model safe practices

Picture matching safe practices

5.2.2A. Cultural Contributions By the end of Grade 2, students will: *NJ ASK Test Specifications (NJASK) Science, Society and Technology -Skill Statement A.

(Related to World Languages Standard 7.2)

5.2.2B. Historical Perspectives 1. Indicators for this strand are introduced at a higher-grade level. 5.3.2A Numerical Operations 1. Indicators for this strand are introduced at a higher-grade level. 5.3. 4B. Geometry and Measurement 1. Indicators for this strand are introduced at a higher-grade level. 5.3.4C. Patterns and Algebra 1. Indicators for this strand are introduced at a higher-grade level. 5.3.4 D. Data Analysis 1. Indicators for this strand are introduced at a higher-grade level. 5.4. 4A. Science and Technology 1. Indicators for this strand are introduced at a higher-grade level. 5.4. 4B. Nature of Technology By the end of Grade 2, students will:

1. Select and use simple tools and materials to complete a task. (Related to NJASK Skill Statement D 2). 5.4. 4C. Technological Design By the end of Grade 2, students will:

1. Make a plan in order to design a solution to a problem. Review Scientific Method H2-H7

Create Wall Chart with Scientific Method

Perform “Think Like a Scientist” roleplay


2. Describe a toy or other familiar object as a system with parts that work together. (Related to NJASK Skill Statement D 4& F 1).

Describe how parts of a car work together. Lesson A6

Describe how parts of your desk work together. Activity A6

Bring in bicycle from playground, have each child name and describe how each part works.

5.5.2B. Diversity and Biological Evolution By the end of Grade 2 students will:

1. Recognize that different types of plants and animals live in different parts of the world. (Related to NJASK Knowledge Statement B 1).

Lessons A7-A10 Activities A7-A10 Science Notebook observations, etc. for “Building a Dam, Washing Away the Land, Making a Desert Garden, Comparing Woodland and Desert Plants”

2. Recognize that some kinds of organisms that once lived on earth have completely disappeared. Lessons C1-C9 Activities C1-C9 Assess: science notebook observations of fossil remains, models of imprints, and use of process skills

5.5. 2A. Matter, Energy and Organization in Living Systems Expectation 2: Children observe and investigate the properties, both living and nonliving. 1. Explains that living things have specific needs. A2, A5, A10 Make a Terrarium,

Build an Ant Farm, Make a woodland and desert terrarium, compare

Science notebook, unit test

2. Explains the differences between nonliving and living things. A1, A4 Compare objects from the schoolyard, classify into living and nonliving


3. Acquires and uses basic vocabulary for plants, animals and humans, as well as their parts and characteristics. (Related to NJASK Knowledge Statement A 7).

A3, A6 Parts of a Plant worksheet



5.5. 2C. Reproduction and Heredity By the end of Grade 2, students will: *NJ ASK Test Specifications (NJASK) Life science -Knowledge Statement C/Reproduction and Heredity

1. Recognize that humans and other organisms resemble their parents. (Related to NJASK Knowledge Statement C 1). C9 Compare, classify, infer dinosaurs resemblance to current animals

Activity Support Blackline Masters

5.6. 2A. Structure and Properties of Matter By the end of Grade 2, students will: *NJ ASK Test Specifications (NJASK)Physical Science Chemistry -Knowledge

Statement A

1. Sort objects according to the materials from which they are made or their physical properties, and give a rationale for sorting. (Related to NJASK Knowledge Statement A 1 b).

A3, A6, A9, A10, C1-9

2. . Use magnifiers to observe materials, then draw and describe what more can be seen using the tools. (Related to NJASK Knowledge Statement A 1 c).

Activities in A1, A3, A4, A9, A10, C1, C3

Collect, record, interpret data from activities, write in science notebook

Assess science notebook

3. Observe that water can be a liquid or a solid and can change from one form to the other. (Related to NJASK Knowledge Statement A 2).

D1-10 Experiment with activities to describe and group solids, liquids, gases using water and jello as media

Assess science notebook

5.6. 2B. Chemical Reactions By the end of Grade 2, students will: *NJ ASK Test Specifications (NJASK)Physical Science Chemistry -Knowledge Statement B

1. Indicators for this strand are introduced at a higher-grade level 5.7.2A. Motion and Forces By the end of Grade 2, students will: *NJ ASK Test Specifications (NJASK) Physical Science Physics -Knowledge Statement A

1.Distinguish among the different ways objects can move such as: fast and slow. in a straight line. in a circular path. back and forth.

(Related to NJASK Knowledge Statement A 1 & 2).

Building upon concepts learned in 1st grade, Unit B, investigating Light and Color reinforces these concepts

Assess science notebook, Unit Test

2. Show that the position and motion of an object can be changed by pushing or pulling the object. (Related to NJASK Knowledge Statement A 3).

5.7.2B Energy Transformations By the end of Grade 2, students will:


*NJ ASK Test Specifications (NJASK) Physical Science Physics -Knowledge Statement B 1. Demonstrate that sound can be produced by vibrating objects. (Related to NJASK Knowledge Statement B 4). Building upon

concepts learned in 1st grade, students will further explore this standard in Music

5.8.2A. Earth Properties and Materials By the end of Grade 2, students will: *NJ ASK Test Specifications (NJASK)Earth Science- Knowledge Statement A

1. Observe and describe rocks and soil. (Related to NJASK Knowledge Statement A 1 a).

A4 and A10, C4 Activities assoc. with lessons


5.8.2B. Atmosphere and Water By the end of Grade 2, students will: *NJ ASK Test Specifications (NJASK) Earth Science- Knowledge Statement B

1. Identify the sources and uses of water. (Related to NJASK Knowledge Statement B 2 a & b). A4 Activities assoc. with lessons


2. Recognize that water can disappear (evaporate) and collect on cold surfaces (condense). (Related to NJASK Knowledge Statement B 2& 3).

D7 Observing water in a covered container set in a sunny place


Assess notebooTest

3. Describe current weather conditions and recognize how those conditions affect our daily lives. (Related to NJASK Knowledge Statement B 3)

Daily morning weather report

Rotate turns to investigate weather on internet, or TV

Write how the weather affected your vacation

4. Describe daily and seasonal changes and patterns in the weather. (Related to NJASK Knowledge Statement B 3 a-d).

Daily morning weather report

Rotate turns to investigate weather on internet, or TV

Discussion on Friday of previous week’s weather pattern

5.8.2C. Processes that Shape the Earth By the end of Grade 2, students will: *NJ ASK Test Specifications (NJASK) Earth Science- Knowledge Statement C

Indicators for this strand are introduced at a higher-grade level. 5.8.2D. How We Study the Earth By the end of Grade 2, students will: *NJ ASK Test Specifications (NJASK) Earth Science- Knowledge Statement D

1. Record observations that describe the features of the natural world in their local environment. (Related to NJASK Knowledge Statement D 1).

B1, D1-10 Activities assoc. with lessons



5.9.2A. Earth, Moon, Sun System By the end of Grade 2, students will: *NJ ASK Test Specifications (NJASK) Astronomy and Space Science- Knowledge Statement A

1. Recognize that the sun supplies light and heat to the Earth. (Related to NJASK Knowledge Statement A 1).

B1 Activities Assoc with lesson

Science notebook

2. Observe the patterns of day and night and the movements of the shadows of an object on the Earth during the course of a day. (Related to NJASK Knowledge Statement A 2 b).

B6, B7 Activities Assoc with lesson

Science notebook

5.9.2B. Solar System By the end of Grade 2, students will: *NJ ASK Test Specifications (NJASK) Astronomy and Space Science- Knowledge Statement B

1. Recognize that the sun can only be seen during the day, but the moon can be seen sometimes at night and sometimes during the day. (Related to NJASK Knowledge Statement B 1).

Buidling on concepts learned in 1st grade, students further explore light and color in Unit B

Activities Assoc with lesson

Science notebook

5.9.2C. Stars 1. Observe that stars are many, scattered, and different in brightness. (Related to NJASK Knowledge Statement C 1).

Observe the Night Sky

Invite Volunteer Amateur Astronomer as guest speaker

Discussion and Draw a Picture

2. Observe that the position of the stars, with respect to each other (constellations) is unchanging. (Related to NJASK Knowledge Statement C 1).

Observe the Night Sky

Invite Volunteer Amateur Astronomer as guest speaker

Discussion and Draw a Picture


Indicators for this strand are introduced at a higher-grade level. 5.10.2A. Natural Systems and Interaction By the end of Grade 2, students will: *NJ ASK Test Specifications (NJASK) Environmental Science- Knowledge Statement A

1. Associate organisms basic needs with how they meet those needs within their surroundings. (Related to NJASK Knowledge Statement A 1 -4).

A2-A10 Activities Assoc with lesson

Science notebook, Unit Test

5.10.2B. Human Interactions and Impact By the end of Grade 2, students will: *NJ ASK Test Specifications (NJASK) Environmental Science- Knowledge Statement B

1. Identify various needs of humans that are supplied by the natural or constructed environment. (Related to NJASK Knowledge Statement B 1).

A2-A10, specifically A7-8

Activities Assoc with lesson

Science notebook, Unit Test

Grade 3 Science Curriculum Page 1 of 7 Standard / Strand / Behavioral Objective/ CPI Grade 3 Activities Activities Assessment

5.1. 4A. Habits of Mind By the end of Grade 3, students will: *NJ ASK Test Specifications (NJASK) A. Habits of Mind

1. Raise questions about the world around them and be willing to seek answers through making careful observations and experimentation.

(Related to NJASK Skill Statement A 2).

All investigations Assess Science Notebook

2. Keep records that describe observations, carefully distinguish actual observations from ideas and speculations, and are understandable weeks and months later. (Related to NJASK Skill Statement B).

All investigations Assess Science Notebook

3. Recognize that when a science investigation is replicated, very similar results are expected. (Related to NJASK Skill Statement B 5).

Process Skills Review “Think Like A Scientist” H2-H3

Teacher Reinforcement of Concept

4. Know that when solving a problem it is important to plan and get ideas and help from other people. (Related to NJASK Skill Statement A 6).

Process Skills Review “Think Like A Scientist” H2-H3

Teacher Reinforcement of Concept



A1, A2 Inv. A2, A3 Assess Science Notebook


A1, A2 Inv. A2, A3, A4 Assess Science Notebook



H8-H9 Teacher Reinforcement of Concept


All investigations Teacher Reinforcement of Concept

Teacher Observation


(Related to World Languages Standard 7.2)

5.2.4B. Historical Perspectives By the end of Grade 3, students will: *NJ ASK Test Specifications (NJASK) Science, Society and Technology -Skill Statement A.

1. Hear, read, write, and talk about scientists and inventors in historical context. (Related to NJASK Skill Statement A).

A2, Inv. 1, B2 Inv2

Read “Dear Benjamin

Assess Science Notebook


B48-49, Resource “Earth and Sun Ideas Through Time” B67 “The First Calendar Makers”

Banneker” (Andrea Davis Pinckney), B69

5.3.4A Numerical Operations By the end of Grade 3, students will: *NJ ASK Test Specifications (NJASK) Mathematical Applications -Skill Statement A

1. Determine the reasonableness of estimates, measurements, and computations of quantities when doing science. (Mathematics Indicators 4.1.3C, 4.1.4 C, 4.2.4D, 4.2.5D) (Related to NJASK Skill Statement III D).

Activity B8 Activity B18-19 Assess Science Notebook

2. Recognize and comprehend the orders of magnitude associated with large and small physical quantities. (Recognize a magnitude associated with large and small physical quantities is included in mathematics indicators 4.1.4A &4.1.5A.) (Related to NJASK Skill Statement III C).

A16 Informal Oral Assesment and Unit Test Items

3. Express quantities using appropriate number formats, such as: • integers • fractions (Use of integers is included in mathematics indicator 4.1.5A)

Activities B13, B24


5.3. 4B. Geometry and Measurement By the end of Grade 3, students will: *NJ ASK Test Specifications (NJASK) Mathematical Applications -Skill Statement E & F

1. Select appropriate measuring instruments based on the degree of precision required. (Related to NJASK Skill Statement III E).

B24, Activity Activity and Analysis B6-7


2. Use a variety of measuring instruments and record measured quantities using the appropriate units. (Related to NJASK Skill Statement III A &B).

(Related to Mathematics Indicator 4.2.4 E.)

B8, Activity Informal Oral Assesment and Unit Test Items

5.3.4C. Patterns and Algebra By the end of Grade 3, students will: *NJ ASK Test Specifications (NJASK) Mathematical Applications -Skill Statement IIIA

1. Identify patterns when observing the natural and constructed world. B31, Problem Solving B46-54 Earth, Moon, Sun

B18-19, Activity Assess Science Notebook

2. Use a variety of measuring instruments and record measured quantities using the appropriate units. (Related to NJASK Skill Statement III A & B).

Activity B24 Informal Oral Assesment and Unit Test Items

5.3.4 D. Data Analysis By the end of Grade 3, students will: *NJ ASK Test Specifications (NJASK) Mathematical Applications -Skill Statement IIIG

1. Use tables and graphs to represent and interpret data. Activity A6 B6-7, Activity and Assess Science


(Related to NJASK Skill Statement III G). Analysis Notebook

Informal Oral Assesment and Unit Test Items

5.4. 4A. Science and Technology Building upon knowledge and skills gained in preceding grades, by the end of Grade 3, students will: *NJ ASK Test Specifications (NJASK) Science, Society and Technology -Skill Statement D.

1. Distinguish between things that occur in nature and those that have been designed to solve human problems. (Related to NJASK Skill Statement D 1).

Activity B50

5.4. 4B. Nature of Technology Building upon knowledge and skills gained in preceding grades, by the end of Grade 3, students will: *NJ ASK Test Specifications (NJASK) Science, Society and Technology -Skill Statement D.

1. Demonstrate how measuring instruments are used to gather information in order to design things that work properly. (Related to NJASK Skill Statement D3).

Investigation 2, B18

5.4. 4C. Technological Design Building upon knowledge and skills gained in preceding grades, by the end of Grade 3, students will: *NJ ASK Test Specifications (NJASK) Science, Society and Technology -Skill Statement E & F

1. Describe a product or device in terms of the problem it solves or the need it meets. (Related to NJASK Skill Statement E 4).

Activity B36 Building of Models in Activities throughout

2. Choose materials most suitable to make simple mechanical constructions. (Related to NJASK Skill Statement F 1). Activity B36 Building of Models in Activities throughout

3. Use the design process to identify a problem, look for ideas, and develop and share solutions with others. (Related to NJASK Skill Statement F 2).

Assess Performance B31


5.5. 4A. Matter, Energy and Organization in Living Systems Building upon knowledge and skills gained in preceding grades, by the end of Grade 3, students will: *NJ ASK Test Specifications (NJASK) Life Science –Knowledge Statement

1. Identify the roles that organisms may serve in a food chain. (Related to NJASK Knowledge Statement A 3-6). E22-E35 All Activities and Investigations in Unit E

2. Differentiate between the needs of plants and those of animals. (Related to NJASK Knowledge Statement A 6). E2-E20 Activities E6, E8, E14, E15

3. Recognize that plants and animals are composed of different parts performing different functions and working together for the well being of the organism. (Related to NJASK Knowledge Statement A 7 a & b).

E22-E35 Activities E22, E24, E60-E68

Reflect and Evaluate, E59

4. Describe the basic functions of the major systems of the human body including, but not limited to: • digestive system • circulatory system

E36-E-44, E47 F40-F44

Activities E38, E47 Activities F42,

Science Notebook


• respiratory system • nervous system • skeletal system • muscular system • reproductive system (Related to NJASK Knowledge Statement A 8 a-e).

F54, F64

Reflect and Evaluate, F63

5.5. 4B. Diversity and Biological Evolution Building upon knowledge and skills gained in preceding grades, by the end of Grade 3, students will: *NJ ASK Test Specifications (NJASK) Life Science -Knowledge Statement B/Diversity and Biological Evolution

1. Develop a simple classification scheme for grouping organisms. (Related to NJASK Knowledge Statement B 3a 1-3).

Buidling upon concept learned in Grade 2, All Unit A supplements


2. Recognize that individuals vary within every species, including humans. (Related to NJASK Knowledge Statement B

3b 1 & 2). All Unit A Informal Oral

Assesment and Unit Test Items

5.5. 4C. Reproduction and Heredity Building upon knowledge and skills gained in preceding grades, by the end of Grade 3, students will: *NJ ASK Test Specifications (NJASK) Life science -Knowledge Statement C/Reproduction and Heredity

1. Identify different stages in the lives of various organisms. (Related to NJASK Knowledge Statement C 2 A-C). All Unit A Informal Oral Assesment and Unit Test Items

5.6. 4A. Structure and Properties of Matter Building upon knowledge and skills gained in preceding grades, by the end of Grade 3, students will: *NJ ASK Test Specifications (NJASK)Physical Science Chemistry -Knowledge Statement A

1. Sort materials based on physical characteristics that can be seen by using magnification. (Related to NJASK Knowledge Statement A 1).

A1, A2 Inv A1, A2, A3 Assess Science Notebook

2. Observe that water can be a liquid or a solid and can change from one form to the other and the mass remains the

same. (Related to NJASK Knowledge Statement A 3).

C43, D9, D13-17 Informal Oral Assesment and Unit Test Items

3. Recognize that water, as an example of matter, can exist as a solid, liquid or gas and can be transformed from one

state to another by heating or cooling. (Related to NJASK Knowledge Statement A 2 b 1). Activity D8-9 Assess Science

Notebook

4. Show that not all materials respond in the same way when exposed to similar conditions. (Related to NJASK Knowledge Statement B).

Activity D8-9 Assess Science Notebook

5.7.4A. Motion and Forces


Building upon knowledge and skills gained in preceding grades, by the end of Grade 3, students will: 1. Recognize that changes in the speed or direction of a moving object are caused by force and that the greater the

force, the greater the change in motion will be. (Related to NJASK Knowledge Statement A 4).

Resource “Do You Have The Energy”, C10-C13


5.7.4B Energy Transformations Building upon knowledge and skills gained in preceding grades, by the end of Grade 3, students will: *NJ ASK Test Specifications (NJASK) Physical Science Physics -Knowledge Statement B

1. Identify sources of heat and demonstrate that heat can be transferred from one object to another. (Related to NJASK Knowledge Statement B 5 a-c).

Activities C7-9 Resource “Do You Have The Energy”, C10-C13


2. Identify sources of light and demonstrate that light can be reflected from some surfaces and pass through others. (Related to NJASK Knowledge Statement B 7 a-c).

Activity C6, Resource “Do You Have The Energy”, C10-C13 C22-C40

C24-40 Inv 1, 2, 3 Assess Science Notebook Informal Oral Assesment and Unit Test Items

3. Use devices that show electricity producing heat, light, sound, and magnetic effects. (Related to NJASK Knowledge Statement B 9, 10, & 11).

Resource “Do You Have The Energy”, C10-C13


4. Show that differences in sound (loud or soft, high or low) can be produced by varying the way objects vibrate. (Related to NJASK Knowledge Statement B 4 a-d).

C46-C56 Resource “Do You Have The Energy”, C10-C13

C48, Inv.1, C56 Assess Science Notebook

5.8.4A. Earth Properties and Materials Building upon knowledge and skills gained in preceding grades, by the end of Grade 3, students will: *NJ ASK Test Specifications (NJASK) Earth Science- Knowledge Statement A

1. Observe that most rocks and soils are made of several substances or minerals. (Related to NJASK Knowledge Statement A 1 a).

These topics covered in 2nd and 4th Grades

2. Observe that the properties of soil vary from place to place and will affect the soil’s ability to support life. (Related to NJASK Knowledge Statement A 1 b and Knowledge Statement D 1).


3. Recognize that fossils provide evidence about the plants and animals that lived long ago and the nature of the environment at that time. (Related to NJASK Knowledge Statement A 1 c).


5.8.4B. Atmosphere and Water Building upon knowledge and skills gained in preceding grades, by the end of Grade 3, students will: *NJ ASK Test Specifications (NJASK) Earth Science- Knowledge Statement B- Atmosphere and Water

1. Recognize that air is a substance that surrounds us, takes up space, and moves around us as wind. (Related to NJASK Discussed in Unit


Knowledge Statement B 31 a & b). D, not as separate

topic, integrated w/Earth’s Water

2. Recognize that most of Earth’s surface is covered by water and be able to identify the characteristics of those sources of water.

• oceans • rivers • lakes • underground sources • glaciers (Related to NJASK Knowledge Statement B 2 a).

All Unit D D1-D80

All Activities and Investigations in Unit D

Assess Science Notebook, Informal Oral Assesment and Unit Test Items

3. Observe weather changes and patterns by measurable quantities such as temperature, wind direction and speed, and amounts of precipitation. (Related to NJASK Knowledge Statement B 3 a-d).

D2-D19 Activities D6, D8, D12, D13


4. Observe that when liquid water disappears, it turns into a gas (vapor) in the air and can reappear as a liquid when cooled, or as a solid if cooled below its freezing point. (Related to NJASK Knowledge Statement B & C 2).

D2-D19 Activities D6, D8,D9, D12, D13


5. Observe that rain, snow, and other forms of precipitation come from clouds, but that not all clouds produce precipitation. (Related to NJASK Knowledge Statement B 3 d).

D54-D63 Activities D56, D64, D66


6. Recognize that clouds and fog are made of tiny droplets of water and possibly tiny particles of ice. (Related to NJASK Knowledge Statement B 3c).

Resource D14 Nature Recycles


5.8.4C. Processes that Shape the Earth Building upon knowledge and skills gained in preceding grades, by the end of Grade 3, students will: *NJ ASK Test Specifications (NJASK) Earth Science- Knowledge Statement C

1. Recognize that some changes of the Earth’s surface are due to slow processes such as erosion and weathering, and some changes are due to rapid changes such as landslides, volcanic eruptions, and earthquakes. (Related to NJASK Knowledge Statement C 1 a).


2. Recognize that moving water, wind, and ice continually shape the Earth’s surface by eroding rock and soil in some areas and depositing them in other areas. (Related to NJASK Knowledge Statement C 1).


5.8.4D. How We Study the Earth Building upon knowledge and skills gained in preceding grades, by the end of Grade 3, students will: *NJ ASK Test Specifications (NJASK) Earth Science- Knowledge Statement D

1. Use maps to locate and identify physical features on the Earth. (Related to NJASK Knowledge Statement D 2).

This topic covered in Social Studies Map Skills

5.9.4A. Earth, Moon, Sun System Building upon knowledge and skills gained in preceding grades, by the end of Grade 3, students will: *NJ ASK Test Specifications (NJASK) Astronomy and Space Science- Knowledge Statement A

1. Observe patterns that result from the Earth’s position relative to the sun and rotation of the Earth on its axis. (Related to NJASK Knowledge Statement A 2 a & b).

B32-B50, B58-B80

Activities B34, B42 Activities B60, B72, B80

Assess Science Notebook, Informal Oral Assesment and


Unit Test Items

2. Recognize and describe the phases of the moon. (Related to NJASK Knowledge Statement A5).

B50-B57 Activity B50 Assess Science Notebook

5.9.4B. Solar System Building upon knowledge and skills gained in preceding grades, by the end of Grade 3, students will: *NJ ASK Test Specifications (NJASK) Astronomy and Space Science- Knowledge Statement B

1. Describe Earth as one of several planets that orbit the sun and the moon as a satellite of the Earth. (Related to NJASK Knowledge Statement B 2 a-d).

B42-B49 Activity B42 Resource “Earth and Sun” B48


5.9.4C. Stars Building upon knowledge and skills gained in preceding grades, by the end of Grade 3, students will: *NJ ASK Test Specifications (NJASK) Astronomy and Space Science- Knowledge Statement C

1. Observe that stars are not all the same in brightness, size, and color. (Related to NJASK Knowledge Statement C 2). B38-B41 Activity B36 Assess Science Notebook


1. Recognized that images of celestial objects can be magnified and seen in greater detail when observed using binoculars and light telescopes.

(Related to NJASK Knowledge Statement D 1).

B14-B15 Show Poster Book of Stars, Galaxies, Satellite Pictures Use Internet to show on SMARTboard


2. Observe and record short-term and long-term changes in the night sky. (Related to NJASK Knowledge Statement D 2).

B32-B54 Activities B34, B42, B50


5.10.4A. Natural Systems and Interaction Building upon knowledge and skills gained in preceding grades, by the end of Grade 3, students will: *NJ ASK Test Specifications (NJASK) Environmental Science- Knowledge Statement A

1. Differentiate between natural resources that are renewable and those that are not. (Related to NJASK Knowledge Statement A 5 & 6).

D10, D61 Resource, “Industrial Revolution Pollution” D62-63


5.10.4B. Human Interactions and Impact Building upon knowledge and skills gained in preceding grades, by the end of Grade 3, students will: *NJ ASK Test

Specifications (NJASK) Environmental Science- Knowledge Statement B

1. Explain how meeting human requirements affects the environment. (Related to NJASK Knowledge Statement B 2 a 1-3).

A1, A2, A3, D10, D61

Inv. A1, A2, A3 Resource, “Industrial Revolution Pollution” D62-63


Grade 4 Science Curriculum Page 1 of 10 Standard / Strand / Behavioral Objective/ CPI Grades K-2 Activities Activities Assessment

5.1. 4A. Habits of Mind By the end of Grade 4, students will: *NJ ASK Test Specifications (NJASK) A. Habits of Mind

1. Raise questions about the world around them and be willing to seek answers through making careful observations and experimentation.

(Related to NJASK Skill Statement A 2).

Investigations and Activities Throughout Units

Observation

2. Keep records that describe observations, carefully distinguish actual observations from ideas and speculations, and are understandable weeks and months later. (Related to NJASK Skill Statement B).


Observation, Performance Assessments, Portfolios, Student Self-Assessment

3. Recognize that when a science investigation is replicated, very similar results are expected. (Related to NJASK Skill Statement B 5).



4. Know that when solving a problem it is important to plan and get ideas and help from other people. (Related to NJASK Skill Statement A 6).


Observation






General Safety Guidelines

Review H8-9 Picture Matching of safe practices


See above See above


(Related to World Languages Standard 7.2) Cultural Connections

A14, A23, A38, A39, A65, A72, B18, B31, B39, B53, B59, C21,


C27, C29, C42, C59


Investigation Baseline Assessment, Investigation Review, Chapter Summative Assessments, Projects

1. Hear, read, write, and talk about scientists and inventors in historical context. (Related to NJASK Skill Statement A).

Social Studies Connection




A22, B19, B20, D74, E86


B32, B33, B34

3. Express quantities using appropriate number formats, such as: • integers • fractions (Use of integers is included in mathematics indicator 4.1.5A)

A22, E64


Investigation Baseline Assessment, Investigation Review, Chapter Summative Assessments,


Projects


A22, B19, B20, E79



A22, B19, B20, E79



1. Identify patterns when observing the natural and constructed world. C40, F26, F40 2. Use a variety of measuring instruments and record measured quantities using the appropriate units. (Related to

NJASK Skill Statement III A & B). Investigations throughout text



1. Use tables and graphs to represent and interpret data. (Related to NJASK Skill Statement III G).

A74, B52, C48, D42, E10, E44, F26, F40

5.4. 4A. Science and Technology Building upon knowledge and skills gained in preceding grades, by the end of Grade 4, students will: *NJ ASK Test Specifications (NJASK) Science, Society and Technology -Skill Statement D.

Investigation Baseline Assessment, Investigation Review, Chapter Summative Assessments,


Projects


All Unit A, E21, E31, E70, E81

5.4. 4B. Nature of Technology Building upon knowledge and skills gained in preceding grades, by the end of Grade 4, students will: *NJ ASK Test Specifications (NJASK) Science, Society and Technology -Skill Statement D.



B1, E21, E30, E31, E70, F26, F30, F43,

Investigation 1, Investigation 2

5.4. 4C. Technological Design Building upon knowledge and skills gained in preceding grades, by the end of Grade 4, students will: *NJ ASK Test Specifications (NJASK) Science, Society and Technology -Skill Statement E & F


1. Describe a product or device in terms of the problem it solves or the need it meets. (Related to NJASK Skill Statement E 4).

All Unit A

A11

2. Choose materials most suitable to make simple mechanical constructions. (Related to NJASK Skill Statement F 1). B3 3. Use the design process to identify a problem, look for ideas, and develop and share solutions with others. (Related

to NJASK Skill Statement F 2). A3, B3, C9, C56

5.5. 4A. Matter, Energy and Organization in Living Systems Building upon knowledge and skills gained in preceding grades, by the end of Grade 4, students will: *NJ ASK Test Specifications (NJASK) Life Science –Knowledge Statement


1. Identify the roles that organisms may serve in a food chain. (Related to NJASK Knowledge Statement A 3-6). C1


2. Differentiate between the needs of plants and those of animals. (Related to NJASK Knowledge Statement A 6). C1 Investigation 1,

Activity C6


C1, C2, C24-C31 Activities C14, C16

4. Describe the basic functions of the major systems of the human body including, but not limited to: • digestive system • circulatory system • respiratory system • nervous system • skeletal system • muscular system • reproductive system (Related to NJASK Knowledge Statement A 8 a-e).

F10, F27, F41, F52 Concepts also covered in Health Curriculum

Activities F24, F25, F36, F37

5.5. 4B. Diversity and Biological Evolution Building upon knowledge and skills gained in preceding grades, by the end of Grade 4, students will: *NJ ASK Test Specifications (NJASK) Life Science -Knowledge Statement B/Diversity and Biological Evolution


1. Develop a simple classification scheme for grouping organisms. (Related to NJASK Knowledge Statement B 3a 1-3).

C34-C42 Activities C34, C35, Resources C36, C40, C42

2. Recognize that individuals vary within every species, including humans. (Related to NJASK Knowledge Statement B 3b 1 & 2).

C44-C64 Activities C44, C54, Resources C46, C48, C51, C56, C61

5.5. 4C. Reproduction and Heredity Building upon knowledge and skills gained in preceding grades, by the end of Grade 4, students will: *NJ ASK Test Specifications (NJASK) Life science -Knowledge Statement C/Reproduction and Heredity


1. Identify different stages in the lives of various organisms. (Related to NJASK Knowledge Statement C 2 A-C). 5.6. 4A. Structure and Properties of Matter All Unit B

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Building upon knowledge and skills gained in preceding grades, by the end of Grade 4, students will: *NJ ASK Test Specifications (NJASK)Physical Science Chemistry -Knowledge Statement A 1. Sort materials based on physical characteristics that can be seen by using magnification. (Related to NJASK Knowledge Statement A 1).

B1,

2. Observe that water can be a liquid or a solid and can change from one form to the other and the mass remains the same.

(Related to NJASK Knowledge Statement A 3).

A1, A2, B2 Investigation 1

3. Recognize that water, as an example of matter, can exist as a solid, liquid or gas and can be transformed from one state to another by heating or cooling. (Related to NJASK Knowledge Statement A 2 b 1).

4. Show that not all materials respond in the same way when exposed to similar conditions. (Related to NJASK Knowledge Statement B).

A3

5.7.4A. Motion and Forces Building upon knowledge and skills gained in preceding grades, by the end of Grade 4, students will: *NJ ASK Test Specifications (NJASK) Physical Science Physics -Knowledge Statement A


1. Recognize that changes in the speed or direction of a moving object are caused by force and that the greater the force, the greater the change in motion will be.

(Related to NJASK Knowledge Statement A 4).

F10, F27, F41, F52

2. Recognize that some forces can act at a distance. • gravity • magnetism • static electricity (Related to NJASK Knowledge Statement A 5 a-c).

All Unit D Activities D6, D8, D10, D16, D18, D28, D36, D38, D44, D46, D56, D57, D58, D68

5.7.4B Energy Transformations Building upon knowledge and skills gained in preceding grades, by the end of Grade 4, students will: *NJ ASK Test Specifications (NJASK) Physical Science Physics -Knowledge Statement B


4. Show that differences in sound (loud or soft, high or low) can be produced by varying the way objects vibrate. (Related to NJASK Knowledge Statement B 4 a-d).


1. Identify sources of heat and demonstrate that heat can be transferred from one object to another. (Related to NJASK

Knowledge Statement B 5 a-c). All Unit E

2. Identify sources of light and demonstrate that light can be reflected from some surfaces and pass through others. (Related to NJASK Knowledge Statement B 7 a-c).

Covered in previous year’s study

3. Use devices that show electricity producing heat, light, sound, and magnetic effects. (Related to NJASK Knowledge Statement B 9, 10, & 11).

D56-D78

5.8.4A. Earth Properties and Materials Building upon knowledge and skills gained in preceding grades, by the end of Grade 4, students will: *NJ ASK Test Specifications (NJASK) Earth Science- Knowledge Statement A



A2, B3, Investigation 2


A2


Covered in previous year’s study

5.8.4B. Atmosphere and Water Building upon knowledge and skills gained in preceding grades, by the end of Grade 4, students will: *NJ ASK Test Specifications (NJASK) Earth Science- Knowledge Statement B- Atmosphere and Water


1. Recognize that air is a substance that surrounds us, takes up space, and moves around us as wind. (Related to NJASK Knowledge Statement B 31 a & b).

E6-E23 Activities E6, E8, E16, E18, E26, E28

2. Recognize that most of Earth’s surface is covered by water and be able to identify the characteristics of those sources of water.

• oceans • rivers • lakes

Further study is indicated beyond science text. Cover in Social Studies:


• underground sources • glaciers (Related to NJASK Knowledge Statement B 2 a).

Geography

3. Observe weather changes and patterns by measurable quantities such as temperature, wind direction and speed, and amounts of precipitation. (Related to NJASK Knowledge Statement B 3 a-d).

E24-E49

4. Observe that when liquid water disappears, it turns into a gas (vapor) in the air and can reappear as a liquid when cooled, or as a solid if cooled below its freezing point. (Related to NJASK Knowledge Statement B & C 2).

E46-49, E52-E53

5. Observe that rain, snow, and other forms of precipitation come from clouds, but that not all clouds produce precipitation. (Related to NJASK Knowledge Statement B 3 d).

E46-49, E52-E53

6. Recognize that clouds and fog are made of tiny droplets of water and possibly tiny particles of ice. (Related to NJASK Knowledge Statement B 3c).

E52

5.8.4C. Processes that Shape the Earth Building upon knowledge and skills gained in preceding grades, by the end of Grade 4, students will: *NJ ASK Test Specifications (NJASK) Earth Science- Knowledge Statement C


1. Recognize that some changes of the Earth’s surface are due to slow processes such as erosion and weathering, and some changes are due to rapid changes such as landslides, volcanic eruptions, and earthquakes. (Related to NJASK Knowledge Statement C 1 a).

A1, A2, Activity A1

2. Recognize that moving water, wind, and ice continually shape the Earth’s surface by eroding rock and soil in some areas and depositing them in other areas. (Related to NJASK Knowledge Statement C 1).

5.8.4D. How We Study the Earth Building upon knowledge and skills gained in preceding grades, by the end of Grade 4, students will: *NJ ASK Test Specifications (NJASK) Earth Science- Knowledge Statement D


1. Use maps to locate and identify physical features on the Earth. (Related to NJASK Knowledge Statement D 2).

E32, E54, E73

5.9.4A. Earth, Moon, Sun System Building upon knowledge and skills gained in preceding grades, by the end of Grade 4, students will: *NJ ASK Test Specifications (NJASK) Astronomy and Space Science- Knowledge Statement A

Investigation Baseline Assessment, Investigation


Review, Chapter Summative Assessments, Projects

1. Observe patterns that result from the Earth’s position relative to the sun and rotation of the Earth on its axis. (Related to NJASK Knowledge Statement A 2 a & b).

E60-E95 E84-E86

2. Recognize and describe the phases of the moon. (Related to NJASK Knowledge Statement A5).

E4, E11, E15 covers properties of the moon, but further study is indicated beyond text

5.9.4B. Solar System Building upon knowledge and skills gained in preceding grades, by the end of Grade 4, students will: *NJ ASK Test Specifications (NJASK) Astronomy and Space Science- Knowledge Statement B

1. Describe Earth as one of several planets that orbit the sun and the moon as a satellite of the Earth. (Related to NJASK Knowledge Statement B 2 a-d).

E82-E83 covers Earth and Moon, but further study is indicated beyond text

5.9.4C. Stars Building upon knowledge and skills gained in preceding grades, by the end of Grade 4, students will: *NJ ASK Test Specifications (NJASK) Astronomy and Space Science- Knowledge Statement C

1. Observe that stars are not all the same in brightness, size, and color. (Related to NJASK Knowledge Statement C 2). Further study is indicated beyond text




Further study is indicated beyond text


Further study is indicated beyond text

5.10.4A. Natural Systems and Interaction Building upon knowledge and skills gained in preceding grades, by the end of Grade 4, students will: *NJ ASK Test Specifications (NJASK) Environmental Science- Knowledge Statement A

Investigation Baseline Assessment, Investigation


Review, Chapter Summative Assessments, Projects

1. Differentiate between natural resources that are renewable and those that are not. (Related to NJASK Knowledge Statement A 5 & 6).

A2, A3, A40, A60 Activity A2, A3

5.10.4B. Human Interactions and Impact Building upon knowledge and skills gained in preceding grades, by the end of Grade 4, students will: *NJ ASK Test



1. Explain how meeting human requirements affects the environment. (Related to NJASK Knowledge Statement B 2 a 1-3).

All Unit A

Grade 5 Science Curriculum Page 1 of 8

Standard / Strand / Behavioral Objective/ CPI Activities Activities Assessment

Formal Assessment Options found in Assessment Guide (AG)

Unit A: AG21-45, Unit B: AG46-72, Unit C: AG73-90, Unit D: AG91-110, Unit E: AG111-133, Unit F: AG134-161, Unit G: AG162-181

5.1. 5A. Habits of Mind Building upon knowledge and skills gained in preceding grades, by the end of Grade 8, students will: *GEPA Test Specifications- B Habits of Mind

1. Evaluate the strengths and weaknesses of data, claims, and arguments. Investigations and Activities Throughout Units

Observation

2. Communicate experimental findings to others. (Related to GEPA Skill Statement C 6). Investigations and Activities Throughout Units


3. Recognize that the results of scientific investigations are seldom exactly the same and that replication is often necessary. (Related to GEPA Skill Statement B 2).



4. Recognize that curiosity, skepticism, open-mindedness, and honesty are attributes of scientists. (Related to GEPA Skill Statement B 1).


Observation

5.1. 5B. Inquiry and Problem Solving Building upon knowledge and skills gained in preceding grades, by the end of Grade 8, students will: *GEPA Test Specifications- C Inquiry and Problem Solving

1. Identify questions and make predications that can be addressed by conducting investigations. (Related to GEPA Skill Statement C 1).



2. Design and conduct investigations incorporating the use of a control. (Related to GEPA Skill Statement C 2).



3. Collect organize, and interpret the data that result from experiments. (Related to GEPA Skill Statement C 4).



5.1.5C. Safety



Building upon knowledge and skills gained in preceding grades, by the end of Grade 5, *NJ ASK Test Specifications (NJASK) Skill Statement C. Safety 1. Know when and how to use appropriate safety equipment with all classroom materials. (Related to GEPA Skill Statement D).

General Safety Guidelines

Review H8-9 Picture Matching of safe practices

2. Understand and practice safety procedures for conducting science investigations. (Related to GEPA Skill Statement D).

See above See above

5.2.5A. Cultural Contributions By the end of Grade 5, students will: *NJ ASK Test Specifications (NJASK) Science, Society and Technology -Skill Statement A. (Related to

World Languages Standard 7.2)

1. Recognize the scientific theories: • Develop over time, • Depend on the contributions of many people, and • Reflect the social and political climate of their time.

(Related to GEPA Skill Statement B, E & G).

Cultural Connections A15, A36, A44, A71, A93, B12, B15, B66, B79, B92, C18, C20, C30, C32, C51, D20, D35, D41, D50, D61

Assessment Guides: Unit A: A21-AG45, Unit B: AG73-90 Unit C: AG91-110 Unit D AG111-133 Unit E: AG134-161 Unit F: AG162-181

2. Know that scientists are men and women of many cultures who often work together to solve scientific and technological problems. (Related to World Languages Standard 7.2 Cultural Products) (Related to GEPA Science, Society and Technology Macro statement).

B15, B79, C30, C61


1. Describe the impact of major events and people in the history of science and technology, in conjunction with other world events. (Related to GEPA Skill Statement E).

C30, C32, D50, D61

2. Describe the development and exponential growth of scientific knowledge and technological innovations. (Related to Technology Education Indicator 8.2.8 A. 5)



C10, D39



2. Recognize and comprehend the orders of magnitude associated with large and small physical

quantities. (Recognize a magnitude associated with large and small physical quantities is included in mathematics indicators 4.1.4A &4.1.5A.) (Related to NJASK Skill Statement III C).

B32, F24, F40, F62, F78

3. Express quantities using appropriate number formats, such as: • integers • fractions decimals • percents • scientific notation. (Related to GEPA Skill Statement C & E). (Use of integers is included in mathematics indicator 4.1.5A)

B58-60, F24, F40, F62, F78



F24, F78



B14


1. Identify patterns when observing the natural and constructed world. A66, A76 Activity A76 2. Use a variety of measuring instruments and record measured quantities using the appropriate units.

(Related to NJASK Skill Statement III A & B). A33, D39,

3. Express physical relationships in terms of mathematical equations derived from collected data. (Related to GEPA Skill Statement E, F, G, & H).

C29



A14, Venn Diagram of Adaptations, A87, B25, D49, E77

2. Analyze experimental data sets using measures of central tendency: mean. mode. median

(Related to GEPA Skill Statement C-H).

E46, G50

3. Construct and use a graph of experimental data to draw a line of best fit and identify a linear relationship between variables. (Related to GEPA Skill Statement C-H).

A33, A66, E77

4. Use computer spreadsheets, graphing and database applications to assist in quantitative analysis of data. (Related to GEPA Skill Statement C-H).

B47, E46, E77

5.4. 5A. Science and Technology



Building upon knowledge and skills gained in preceding grades, By the end of Grade 5, students will: *NJ ASK Test Specifications (NJASK) Science, Society and Technology -Skill Statement D. 1. Distinguish between things that occur in nature and those that have been designed to solve human

problems. (Related to NJASK Skill Statement D 1).

A38, A88

5.4. 5B. Nature of Technology Building upon knowledge and skills gained in preceding grades, By the end of Grade 5, students will: *NJ ASK Test Specifications (NJASK) Science, Society and Technology -Skill Statement D.

1. Demonstrate how measuring instruments are used to gather information in order to design things that work properly.

(Related to NJASK Skill Statement D3).

A33

5.4. 5C. Technological Design Building upon knowledge and skills gained in preceding grades, By the end of Grade 5, students will: *NJ ASK Test Specifications (NJASK) Science, Society and Technology -Skill Statement E & F

1. Select a technological problem and describe the criteria and constraints and criteria that are addressed in solving the problem. (Related to GEPA- Science, Society and Technology Skill Statement E).

2. Identify the basic components of a technological system: • input. • process. • output. • feedback.

5.5. 5A. Matter, Energy and Organization in Living Systems Building upon knowledge and skills gained in preceding grades, By the end of Grade 5, students will: *NJ ASK Test Specifications (NJASK) Life Science –Knowledge Statement

1. Identify the roles that organisms may serve in a food chain. (Related to NJASK Knowledge Statement A 3-6).

A36, D30

2. Differentiate between the needs of plants and those of animals. (Related to NJASK Knowledge Statement A 6).

A76-A96 A76, A84


All Unit A


All Unit G

5. Explain how systems of the human body are interrelated and regulate the body's internal environment. (Related to GEPA Knowledge Statement A 1 a-g).

Unit G, Chapters 1 & 2



2. Identify and describe the structure and function of cells and cell parts. (Related to GEPA Knowledge Statement A 2 & A 3 a).

A22-A27 Activity A22

5.5. 5B. Diversity and Biological Evolution Building upon knowledge and skills gained in preceding grades, By the end of Grade 5, students will: *NJ ASK Test Specifications (NJASK) Life Science -Knowledge Statement B/Diversity and Biological

Evolution

1. Describe and give examples of the major categories of organisms and of the characteristics shared by organisms. (Related to GEPA Knowledge Statement B 1 a-b).

A54-A73 Activitiy A56, A58, A64, A76, A84

2. Compare and contrast acquired and inherited characteristics in human and other species. (Related to GEPA Knowledge Statement B 2 a-b & 3).

Activity A58

5.5. 5C. Reproduction and Heredity Building upon knowledge and skills gained in preceding grades, By the end of Grade 5, students will: *NJ ASK Test Specifications (NJASK) Life science -Knowledge Statement C/Reproduction and Heredity

1. Describe life cycles of humans and other organisms. (Related to GEPA Knowledge Statement C 1).Related to GEPA Knowledge Statement C 1).

A54-A73

5.6. 5A. Structure and Properties of Matter Building upon knowledge and skills gained in preceding grades, By the end of Grade 5, students will: *NJ ASK Test Specifications (NJASK)Physical Science Chemistry -Knowledge Statement A

These Physical Science Topics have been explored in 4th grade and will be seen again 6-8 before GEPA’s

1. Recognize that about 100 different elements have been identified and most materials on Earth are made of a few of them. (Related to GEPA Knowledge Statement A 1).

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2. Show that equal volumes of different substances usually have different masses. (Related to GEPA Knowledge Statement A f).

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3. Describe the properties of mixtures and solutions, including concentration and saturation. (Related to GEPA Knowledge Statement 2).

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4. Describe characteristic physical properties such as boiling point, melting point, and solubility, and recognize that the property is independent of the amount of sample. (Related to GEPA Knowledge Statement 2 a & b).

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5.6. 5B. Chemical Reactions Building upon knowledge and skills gained in preceding grades, by the end of Grade 6, students will: *GEPA Test Specifications Knowledge Statement B

1. Recognize evidence of a chemical change. (Related to GEPA Knowledge Statement B 1 & B 3). F9-F10 Bring lightstick to school. Discuss chemical change that makes it glow

Assessment: Unit F Test

5.7.5A. Motion and Forces Building upon knowledge and skills gained in preceding grades, By the end of Grade 5, students will: *NJ ASK Test Specifications (NJASK) Physical Science Physics -Knowledge Statement A

1. Recognize that an object at rest will remain at rest and an object moving in a straight line at a steady C1-C64 Activities on C6, C8, Reflections and



speed will continue to move in a straight line at a steady speed unless a net (unbalanced) force acts on it. (Related to GEPA Knowledge Statement A 1 a & b).

C14, C16 Evaluations – C35, C64,

2. Recognize that motion can be retarded by forces such as friction and air resistance. (Related to GEPA Knowledge Statement A 3).

C23-C35 C24, C26

3. Recognize that everything on or near the earth is pulled toward the earth's center by gravitational force. (Related to GEPA Knowledge Statement A 4).

C30, Compare and Contrast B74-B96, “Travel In Space”

B76, B78, B82, B84

5.7.5B Energy Transformations Building upon knowledge and skills gained in preceding grades, By the end of Grade 5, students will: *NJ ASK Test Specifications (NJASK) Physical Science Physics -Knowledge Statement B

1. Show that vibrations in materials can generate waves that can transfer energy from one place to another. (Related to GEPA Knowledge Statement B 3).

F14-F17, F54-55 Activities F6, F7, F14, F54, F55

2. Recognize that heat flows through materials or across space from warmer objects to cooler ones. (Related to GEPA Knowledge Statement B1 a-c).

F1-F17 Activities F6, F7, F14, F16

3. Design an electric circuit to investigate the behavior of a system. F7-F11 Activity F7 5.8.5A. Earth Properties and Materials Building upon knowledge and skills gained in preceding grades, By the end of Grade 5, students will: *NJ ASK Test Specifications (NJASK) Earth Science- Knowledge Statement A


E4-E43 Activities E6, E8, E10, E11


E50-E63 Activity E50


E72-E77 Activity E72, E74

5.8.5B. Atmosphere and Water Building upon knowledge and skills gained in preceding grades, By the end of Grade 5, students will: *NJ ASK Test Specifications (NJASK) Earth Science- Knowledge Statement B- Atmosphere and Water

1. Describe the composition, circulation, and distribution of the world’s oceans, estuaries, and marine environments. (Related to GEPA Knowledge Statement A 2 & 3).

D26, D32 Activities D26, D32

2. Describe and illustrate the water cycle. (Related to GEPA Knowledge Statement A 1 & 4). D32-D43 Activity D36 5.8.5C. Processes that Shape the Earth Building upon knowledge and skills gained in preceding grades, By the end of Grade 5, students will: *NJ ASK Test Specifications (NJASK) Earth Science- Knowledge Statement C

1. Summarize the process involved in the rock cycle and describe the characteristics of the rocks involved. (Related to GEPA Knowledge Statement A 8).

D38, D47, E56-E63 Activity E56

5.8.5D. How We Study the Earth Building upon knowledge and skills gained in preceding grades, By the end of Grade 5, students will: *NJ ASK Test Specifications (NJASK) Earth Science- Knowledge Statement D

1. Utilize various tools such as map projections and topographical maps to interpret features of Earth’s surface.

E64-E95 Activities E66, E68, E72, E74



(Related to GEPA Knowledge Statement A 8 a). 5.9.5A. Earth, Moon, Sun System Building upon knowledge and skills gained in preceding grades, By the end of Grade 5, students will: *NJ ASK Test Specifications (NJASK) Astronomy and Space Science- Knowledge Statement A

1. Explain how the motions of the Earth, sun, and moon, define units of time including: • days • months • years (Related to GEPA Knowledge Statement B 1 a-c).

These Earth Science Topics have been explored in 4th grade and will be seen again in 7th Grade before GEPA’s

2. Recognize that changes in the Earth’s position relative to the sun produce differing amounts of daylight seasonally. (Related to GEPA Knowledge Statement 5.8.8 B 1 & 5.8.12.B 1).

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5.9.5B. Solar System Building upon knowledge and skills gained in preceding grades, By the end of Grade 5, students will: *NJ ASK Test Specifications (NJASK) Astronomy and Space Science- Knowledge Statement B

1. Using models, demonstrate an understanding of the scale of the solar system that shows distance and size relationships among the sun and planets. (Related to GEPA Knowledge Statement B 4).

B28-B51 Activities B30, B32, B42

2. Recognize that the sun's gravitational pull holds the planets in their orbits and that the planets’ gravitational pull holds their moons in their orbits. (Related to GEPA Knowledge Statement B 6).

B42-B51 Activity B42, Resource “Inner and Outer Planets”

5.9.5C. Stars Building upon knowledge and skills gained in preceding grades, By the end of Grade 5, students will: *NJ ASK Test Specifications (NJASK) Astronomy and Space Science- Knowledge Statement C

1. Observe and record short-term and long-term changes in the positions of the constellations in the night sky. (Related to GEPA Knowledge Statement B 7).

B4-B18 Activity B18 “Making a Telescopic Camera”

2. Observe that the planets appear to change their position against the background of stars. (Related to GEPA Knowledge Statement B 8).

B30-B36 Activity B30, B32

5.9.5D. Galaxies and Universe Building upon knowledge and skills gained in preceding grades, By the end of Grade 5, students will: *NJ ASK Test Specifications (NJASK) Astronomy and Space Science- Knowledge Statement D



B18-B27 F36-F41

Activity F36 Resources F38, F40, F41


B4-B27

5.10.5A. Natural Systems and Interaction Building upon knowledge and skills gained in preceding grades, By the end of Grade 5, students will: *NJ ASK Test Specifications (NJASK) Environmental Science- Knowledge Statement A

1. Explain how organisms interact with other components of an ecosystem. (Related to GEPA Knowledge Statement A 1 a).

D1-D64 D6, D8, D26, D28,



D32, D33, D46, D56

2. Describe the natural processes that occur over time in places where direct human impact is minimal. (Related to GEPA Knowledge Statement A 1 d-f).

D44-D64

5.10.5B. Human Interactions and Impact Building upon knowledge and skills gained in preceding grades, By the end of Grade 5, students will:

*NJ ASK Test Specifications (NJASK) Environmental Science- Knowledge Statement B

1. Describe the effect of human activities on various ecosystems. (Related to GEPA Knowledge Statement A 3 a & b).

D44-D64

2. Evaluate the impact of personal activities on the local environment. (Related to GEPA Knowledge Statement A 3 a-b).

D46

Grade 6 Science Curriculum Page 1 of 7 Standard / Strand / Behavioral Objective/ CPI Lesson Activities Assessment


1. Evaluate the strengths and weaknesses of data, claims, and arguments. 2. Communicate experimental findings to others. (Related to GEPA Skill Statement C 6).


All “Reading Checks,” Lab Inquiries, and “Section Review” questions throughout

Design your own lab 28-29, 418-419, Internet 446-447 Lab 730-731


118, 264, 474, 504, 762


Science Skills, pp. 802-810

1. Identify questions and make predications that can be addressed by conducting investigations. (Related to GEPA Skill Statement C 1). 2. Design and conduct investigations incorporating the use of a control. (Related to GEPA Skill Statement C 2). 3. Collect organize, and interpret the data that result from experiments. (Related to GEPA Skill Statement C 4).

All “Traditional” Labs, “Design Your Own” Labs, “Model and Invent” Labs, “Use the Internet” Labs, “Mini-Labs”, and “Virtual Labs”

Design your own lab 28-29, 292-293, 418-419, 612-613 702-703

Lab manuals, Science notebooks

5.1.6C. Safety Building upon knowledge and skills gained in preceding grades, by the end of Grade 8, GEPA Skill Statement C. Safety

1. Know when and how to use appropriate safety equipment with all classroom materials. (Related to GEPA Skill Statement D). 2. Understand and practice safety procedures for conducting science investigations. (Related to GEPA Skill Statement D).

811-813 Distribute and discuss safety rules, use and location of equipment, disposal rules, lab attitude and conduct

Design your own lab 28-29, 292-293, 418-419, Lab 665, 672-673

Safety Skills Quiz (Teacher Created Test, performance and written)

5.2. 6A. Cultural Contributions By the end of Grade 6, students will: *NJ ASK Test Specifications (NJASK) Science, Society and Technology -Skill Statement A. (Related to World Languages Standard

7.2)



Readings and Videos throughout course, such as Unitedstreaming video “Inventors and their Inventions”

10, 19, 21, 51, 154-161, 657-658, National Geographic 20Time:Science and History 58, 176, 560



193-199 Time Science and History Newsletter

5.2. 6B. Historical Perspectives By the end of Grade 6 students will: *NJ ASK Test Specifications (NJASK) Science, Society and Technology -Skill Statement A.


Readings and Videos throughout course, such as Unitedstreaming video “Inventors and their Inventions”

Time Science and History Newsletter


193-199, also Language Arts and Social Studies Extension Activities

19, 21, 47, 51, 110-111, 141-143, National Geogaphic 20, 48-49

5.3. 6A Numerical Operations By the end of Grade 6, students will: *NJ ASK Test Specifications (NJASK) Mathematical Applications -Skill Statement A




33, 44, 72, 91, 121, 131, 149, 179, 235, 290, 297, 313, 323, 347, 355, 274, 389, 404, 451, 477, 487, 507, 535, 563, 609, 617, 623, 677, 707, 716, 735, 756, 797





839-842 842-845

Applying Math 44, 404, 487, 609

Lab 501, MiniLab 572

5.3. 6C. Patterns and Algebra


By the end of Grade 6, students will: *NJ ASK Test Specifications (NJASK) Mathematical Applications -Skill Statement IIIA 1. Identify patterns when observing the natural and constructed world. 2. Use a variety of measuring instruments and record measured quantities using the appropriate units. (Related to NJASK Skill

Statement III A & B). 3. Express physical relationships in terms of mathematical equations derived from collected data. (Related to GEPA Skill

Statement E, F, G, & H).

33,44,91,179, 235, 290, 297, 347, 374, 609, 716, 756, 797

Applying Math 72, 404, 609 Lab: Design your own, 703, MiniLab 630, 655

5.3. 6 D. Data Analysis By the end of Grade 5, students will: *NJ ASK Test Specifications (NJASK) Mathematical Applications -Skill Statement IIIG


829-830

Lab 28-29, 133, 310, 603, 642-643, 702-703, 787, MiniLab 9

Lab Applications Throughout



838 MiniLab 9, 174-175, 313, 603, 642-643, 813



845-846 Lab 787, 418-419, 702-703



829-830 174-175, 418-419, 446-447, 642-643, 702-703,


5.4. 6A. Science and Technology Building upon knowledge and skills gained in preceding grades, By the end of Grade 5, students will: *NJ ASK Test Specifications (NJASK) Science, Society and Technology -Skill Statement D.


6-11, 47, 81-85, 124-133, 152-179, 246-251, 281-294, 777



230-231, 264, 472-473, 504, 777, 792-793



1. Select a technological problem and describe the criteria and constraints and criteria that are addressed in solving the problem. (Related to GEPA- Science, Society and Technology Skill Statement E).

192-199


623-624, 626


1. Identify the roles that organisms may serve in a food chain. (Related to NJASK Knowledge Statement A 3-6). 82-85, 724-725 2. Differentiate between the needs of plants and those of animals. (Related to NJASK Knowledge Statement A 6). 182-300 vs. 326-454 3. Recognize that plants and animals are composed of different parts performing different functions and working together for the

well being of the organism. (Related to NJASK Knowledge Statement A 7 a & b). 480-679


14, 38, 39, 45, 51, 225, 252-255, 330, 525-529, 568-571, 577-580

2. Identify and describe the structure and function of cells and cell parts. (Related to GEPA Knowledge Statement A 2 & A 3 a 36-123 5.5. 6B. Diversity and Biological Evolution Building upon knowledge and skills gained in preceding grades, By the end of Grade65, students will: *NJ ASK Test Specifications (NJASK) Life Science -Knowledge Statement B/Diversity and Biological Evolution


25-26, 167-169, 221, 261, 280, 326-479, 502-503


124-181



104-107, 126, 128-132, 620-649

5.6. 6A. Structure and Properties of Matter Building upon knowledge and skills gained in preceding grades, By the end of Grade 6, students will:


*NJ ASK Test Specifications (NJASK)Physical Science Chemistry -Knowledge Statement A 1. Recognize that about 100 different elements have been identified and most materials on Earth are made of a few of them. (Related to GEPA Knowledge Statement A 1).

710-737


710-737


815, 823, 848-852,


842 Lab Inquiries Throughout


1. Recognize evidence of a chemical change. (Related to GEPA Knowledge Statement B 1 & B 3). 81, 83-87, 465, 523, 621-622, 668

5.7. 6A. Motion and Forces Building upon knowledge and skills gained in preceding grades, By the end of Grade 5, students will: *NJ ASK Test Specifications (NJASK) Physical Science Physics -Knowledge Statement A

1. Recognize that an object at rest will remain at rest and an object moving in a straight line at a steady speed will continue to move in a straight line at a steady speed unless a net (unbalanced) force acts on it. (Related to GEPA Knowledge Statement A 1 a & b).

363


This topic is covered in 8th Grade Science



5.7. 6B Energy Transformations Building upon knowledge and skills gained in preceding grades, By the end of Grade 5, students will: *NJ ASK Test Specifications (NJASK) Physical Science Physics -Knowledge Statement B


727-728


728, 770, 775-777, 792

Lab 710

3. Design an electric circuit to investigate the behavior of a system. 5.8. 6A. Earth Properties and Materials Building upon knowledge and skills gained in preceding grades, By the end of Grade 5, students will: *NJ ASK Test Specifications (NJASK) Earth Science- Knowledge Statement A




744-751

3. Recognize that fossils provide evidence about the plants and animals that lived long ago and the nature of the environment at 163-167


that time. (Related to NJASK Knowledge Statement A 1 c).

5.8. 6B. Atmosphere and Water Building upon knowledge and skills gained in preceding grades, By the end of Grade 5, students will: *NJ ASK Test Specifications (NJASK) Earth Science- Knowledge Statement B- Atmosphere and Water


712-721

2. Describe and illustrate the water cycle. (Related to GEPA Knowledge Statement A 1 & 4). 720 Lab, 721 5.8. 6C. Processes that Shape the Earth Building upon knowledge and skills gained in preceding grades, By the end of Grade 5, students will: *NJ ASK Test Specifications (NJASK) Earth Science- Knowledge Statement C


164-165; This topic is covered more thoroughly in 7th Grade Science

5.8. 6D. How We Study the Earth Building upon knowledge and skills gained in preceding grades, By the end of Grade 5, students will: *NJ ASK Test Specifications (NJASK) Earth Science- Knowledge Statement D

1. Utilize various tools such as map projections and topographical maps to interpret features of Earth’s surface. (Related to GEPA Knowledge Statement A 8 a).

768-771 National Geographic Resources online

5.9. 6A. Earth, Moon, Sun System Building upon knowledge and skills gained in preceding grades, By the end of Grade 5, students will: *NJ ASK Test Specifications (NJASK) Astronomy and Space Science- Knowledge Statement A





5.9. 6B. Solar System Building upon knowledge and skills gained in preceding grades, By the end of Grade 5, students will: *NJ ASK Test Specifications (NJASK) Astronomy and Space Science- Knowledge Statement B





5.9. 6C. Stars Building upon knowledge and skills gained in preceding grades, By the end of Grade 5, students will:


*NJ ASK Test Specifications (NJASK) Astronomy and Space Science- Knowledge Statement C 1. Observe and record short-term and long-term changes in the positions of the constellations in the night sky. (Related to GEPA Knowledge Statement B 7).




5.9. 6D. Galaxies and Universe Building upon knowledge and skills gained in preceding grades, By the end of Grade 5, students will: *NJ ASK Test Specifications (NJASK) Astronomy and Space Science- Knowledge Statement D




2. Observe and record short-term and long-term changes in the night sky. (Related to NJASK Knowledge Statement D 2). This topic is covered in 7th Grade Science

5.10. 6A. Natural Systems and Interaction Building upon knowledge and skills gained in preceding grades, By the end of Grade 5, students will: *NJ ASK Test Specifications (NJASK) Environmental Science- Knowledge Statement A


685-781


688

5.10. 6B. Human Interactions and Impact Building upon knowledge and skills gained in preceding grades, By the end of Grade 5, students will: *NJ ASK Test



671, 778-786, Lab 787


757






9, 15, 80-81, 98, 110-111, 140, 142-143


118, 264, 474, 504, 762 6, 15-16, 21-22, 26, 82, 592


Science Skills, pp. 756-764


All “Traditional” Labs, “Design Your Own” Labs, “Model and Invent” Labs, “Use the Internet” Labs, “Mini-Labs”, and “Virtual Labs”

7-10, 51, 69, 24-25, 80-81, 98, 136, 140, Design your own lab 228-229, 320-321, 363 Lab 24-25, 67, 80-81, 110-111, 136, 140-143, 504

Lab manuals, Science notebooks

5.1.6C. Safety Building upon knowledge and skills gained in preceding grades, by the end of Grade 7, GEPA Skill Statement C. Safety


765-767 Distribute and discuss safety rules, use and location of equipment, disposal rules, lab attitude and conduct

Lab 67, 80-81, 98, 110-111, 136, 434, 444, 608, 616-617, 733


5.2. 6A. Cultural Contributions By the end of Grade 7, students will: *NJ ASK Test Specifications (NJASK) Science, Society and Technology -Skill Statement A. (Related to

World Languages Standard 7.2)



Readings and Videos throughout course, such as Unitedstreaming video “Inventors and their

6-7, 15-16, 18, 637, 643, 647, 652, Science and History 618


Inventions”


“Cultural Diversity” Readings throughout, 476, 682

Time Science and History Newsletter 18, 26, 82, 262, 476, 592, 618, 652

5.2. 7B. Historical Perspectives By the end of Grade 7, students will: *NJ ASK Test Specifications (NJASK) Science, Society and Technology -Skill Statement A.


77, 162, 223, 365 3, 15-16, 26, 142-143, 151, 682


82, 174, 506, 682 3, 15-16, 26, 142-143, 151, 682





47, 85, 108, 115, 177, 192, 205, 233, 251, 265, 295, 317, 325, 346, 355, 382, 411, 449, 457, 479, 522, 537

Lab 24-25, 45, 136 Applying Math 54, 108 Applying Science 140 Use the Internet Lab 650-651 Science Stats 748





47, 177, 509, 571, 636, 655, 685

Lab 45, Applying Math 47, 108 Design Your Own Lab 52-53 Science Stats 230, 322, 416

5.3. 7C. Patterns and Algebra By the end of Grade 7, students will:


*NJ ASK Test Specifications (NJASK) Mathematical Applications -Skill Statement IIIA 1. Identify patterns when observing the natural and constructed world. 2. Use a variety of measuring instruments and record measured quantities using the appropriate units.

(Related to NJASK Skill Statement III A & B). 3. Express physical relationships in terms of mathematical equations derived from collected data.

(Related to GEPA Skill Statement E, F, G, & H).

108, 115, 177,251, 265, 317, 325, 346, 355, 387, 457, 479, 537, 544, 685

Applying Math: 47, 108, 700 MiniLab 699



2. Analyze experimental data sets using measures of central tendency: mean. mode. median (Related to GEPA Skill Statement C-H).



29, 85 147, 192, 325, 355, 387, 419, 449, 457, 479, 537, 567, 595, 655, 719

38, 69 Lab 24-25, 45, 136, 279, 407, 590-591 Applying Science: 70 Accidents in Science: 144 Design Your Own Lab 616-617 Lab 136, 444-445, 680-681


1. Distinguish between things that occur in nature and those that have been designed to solve human problems.

(Related to NJASK Skill Statement D 1).

8-9, 12, 14, 17-23, 128, 134-135, 630-631, 637

Integrate Career: 106 Integrate Chemistry: 138


1. Demonstrate how measuring instruments are used to gather information in order to design things that work properly.

(Related to NJASK Skill Statement D3).

Evidence of change, constancy and measurement used to solve problems found in all chapters and Labs, particularly 524-533

131-135 National Geographic 126 MiniLab 139 Model and Invent Lab 142-143 Labs on 525-531, 532-533


1. Select a technological problem and describe the criteria and constraints and criteria that are addressed 127-129, 130, 132, 134,


in solving the problem. (Related to GEPA- Science, Society and Technology Skill Statement E). 152, 170, 277, 278, 309-

310, 429, 463, 470, 614, 630-634, 638-640, 642, 651, 662, 706-711, 728


781-784 MiniLab 127


This strand covered more thoroughly in 6th Grade Life Science

1. Identify the roles that organisms may serve in a food chain. (Related to NJASK Knowledge Statement A 3-6).

550-551

2. Differentiate between the needs of plants and those of animals. (Related to NJASK Knowledge Statement A 6).

549-551


549-564


This strand covered in 6th Grade Life Science and Health



2. Identify and describe the structure and function of cells and cell parts. (Related to GEPA Knowledge Statement A 2 & A 3 a).


5.5. 7B. Diversity and Biological Evolution Building upon knowledge and skills gained in preceding grades, By the end of Grade 7, students will: *NJ ASK Test Specifications (NJASK) Life Science -Knowledge Statement B/Diversity and Biological

Evolution




2. Compare and contrast acquired and inherited characteristics in human and other species. (Related to

GEPA Knowledge Statement B 2 a-b & 3). 549-551, This strand also covered in 6th Grade Life Science and Health



549-551 for ocean life, This strand also covered in 6th Grade Life Science and Health



32-54 Matter and Chemical Properties Links


40-44 Lab, 44


43-44 Demo, 43


44-48, 65 48, cesium


1. Recognize evidence of a chemical change. (Related to GEPA Knowledge Statement B 1 & B 3). 40-44, 65, 106-107, 185-186, 551, 558

Matter and Chemical Properties Links



23


23


23, 210, 699, 210-213 Lab, 699

http://highered.mcgraw-hill.com/sites/0078617006/student_view0/unit1/chapter2/web_links.html







305 Lab, 541


435-445 Labs, 444 and 437

3. Design an electric circuit to investigate the behavior of a system. This strand will be covered in 8th Grade Physical Science

5.8. 7A. Earth Properties and Materials Building upon knowledge and skills gained in preceding grades, By the end of Grade 7, students will: *NJ ASK Test Specifications (NJASK) Earth Science- Knowledge Statement A


61-65 Unit 1 Soil Project


190-191, 197


368-410 Lab, 407



427, 432-438 Lab, 444-445 Earth's Air and Water Projects and Links

2. Describe and illustrate the water cycle. (Related to GEPA Knowledge Statement A 1 & 4). 437 Make a poster to illustrate the water cycle, Lab “Rainmaker” – Teacher resource

5.8. 7C. Processes that Shape the Earth Building upon knowledge and skills gained in preceding grades, By the end of Grade 7, students will: *NJ ASK Test Specifications (NJASK) Earth Science- Knowledge Statement C


91-109 Lab, 91


1. Utilize various tools such as map projections and topographical maps to interpret features of Earth’s 166-168, 800, 806 Labs 171 and 172-173,

http://highered.mcgraw-hill.com/sites/0078617006/student_view0/unit1/unit_project_1.html

http://highered.mcgraw-hill.com/sites/0078617006/student_view0/unit5/



surface. (Related to GEPA Knowledge Statement A 8 a).

and 329 Landforms Project and Links



492-493, 498, 659-663 Lab, 659


492-493, 498, 663 Earth Moon and Sun Projects and Links



690-691, 692-709 Model the movement of celestial bodies in playground using students as planets. Create scale models of planets to hold during activity. Calculate relative distances in AU’s. Labs: 705, 714-715


691-692 Solar System Projects and Links

5.9. 7C. Stars Building upon knowledge and skills gained in preceding grades, By the end of Grade 7, students will: *NJ ASK Test Specifications (NJASK) Astronomy and Space Science- Knowledge Statement C


724-725


166, 694-695


1. Recognized that images of celestial objects can be magnified and seen in greater detail when 626, 628, 630-634, 648 Lab, 634








observed using binoculars and light telescopes.

(Related to NJASK Knowledge Statement D 1). Galaxies Projects and Links


Amateur Astronomer visits throughout the year with Telescope field experiences.

5.10. 7A. Natural Systems and Interaction Building upon knowledge and skills gained in preceding grades, By the end of Grade 7, students will: *NJ ASK Test Specifications (NJASK) Environmental Science- Knowledge Statement A


550-558 in oceans. This strand also covered in 6th Grade Life Science


153-174 Labs: 153 and 174

5.10. 7B. Human Interactions and Impact Building upon knowledge and skills gained in preceding grades, By the end of Grade 7, students will:

*NJ ASK Test Specifications (NJASK) Environmental Science- Knowledge Statement B


432-433, 499-501, 557-604, 632

Labs 576 and 632 Our Impact on the Environment


pp. 119-144 Labs, 136, 139, and 142-143, e-Cybermission Projects, Science Fair Projects, end of year and extra credit Projects










27-30 Lab 31 17, 56-59 Science Skills Handbook 678 Tech Handbook 695-696


118, 264, 400, 474, 504, 762

6-7, 16, 27-30, 480-481



121, then “Science Skills”, pp. 670-681

Labs throughout 6-7, 13, 18 Applying Science Sections, Skills handbook 674

5.1. 8C. Safety Building upon knowledge and skills gained in preceding grades, by the end of Grade 8, *NJ ASK Test Specifications (NJASK) Skill Statement C. Safety


679-682 Distribute and discuss safety rules, use and location of equipment, disposal rules, conduct

19-20 Lab 31, 92-93, 149, 207-209, 240-241, 261, 270-271, 603


5.2. 8A. Cultural Contributions By the end of Grade 8, students will: *NJ ASK Test Specifications (NJASK) Science, Society and Technology -Skill Statement A. (Related to World Languages Standard

7.2)

Readings and Videos throughout course, such as Unitedstreaming videos, “Fat Man and Little


Boy”, “Einstein”



Readings and Videos throughout course, such as Unitedstreaming videos, “Fat Man and Little Boy”, “Einstein”

Webquest for Critical Thinking 7, 73-79, 351, 357, 359


3, 73-75, 94, 272 312, 357, 359-361, 384-385 Integrate Career 165 Science and History 34, 210, 542

5.2. 8B. Historical Perspectives By the end of Grade 8, students will: *NJ ASK Test Specifications (NJASK) Science, Society and Technology -Skill Statement A.


34, 94, 152, 210, 542, 574

Science and History 94, 542


11, 126, 272, 302, 332, 389-395, 426, 452, 512, 535-539, 567-571, 574, 606, 642-658, 662

The Nature of Science Animation


Math Review Handbook can be found on 607-711

http://glencoe.mcgraw-hill.com/sites/0078617049/student_view0/unit1/webquest.html



http://glencoe.mcgraw-hill.com/sites/0078617049/student_view0/unit1/chapter1/concept_animations.html




1. Determine the reasonableness of estimates, measurements, and computations of quantities when doing science.

(Mathematics Indicators 4.1.3C, 4.1.4 C, 4.2.4D, 4.2.5D) (Related to NJASK Skill Statement III D).


37, 48, 65, 97, 121, 135, 155, 185, 196, 213, 245, 279, 284, 290, 294, 305, 319, 335, 341, 367, 401-415, 429, 455, 485, 503, 537, 545, 581, 597, 600, 609, 637, 669

Math Skills Handbook 700-702, 709


121, 135, 284, 290, 294, 319, 408, 409, 413, 415, 436, 537, 600

Assessment questions found on these pages, tests, lab calculations



121, 135, 155, 367 50-54, Math Skill Handbook 707-708 MiniLab 283



121, 135, 155, 367

5.3. 8C. Patterns and Algebra By the end of Grade 8, students will: *NJ ASK Test Specifications (NJASK) Mathematical Applications -Skill Statement IIIA

1. Identify patterns when observing the natural and constructed world. 196, 284, 290, 294, 319, 408, 409, 413, 415, 436, 537, 597, 600

Lab 355, 424-425


2. Use a variety of measuring instruments and record measured quantities using the appropriate units. (Related to NJASK Skill Statement III A & B).

196, 284, 290, 294, 319, 408, 409, 413, 415, 436, 537, 600

Assessment questions found on these pages, tests, lab


calculations

3. Express physical relationships in terms of mathematical equations derived from collected data. (Related to GEPA Skill Statement E, F, G, & H).

196, 284, 290, 294, 319, 408, 409, 413, 415, 436, 537, 600






17, 65, 129, 155, 185, 213, 245, 279, 305, 367, 429, 581, 609, 637, 669

Lab 60-61, 208-209, Math Skills Handbook 710-711



17 57-59, 286, 292, Lab 60-61, 604-605


694-697 Technology Handbook

Lab 362-363, 396-397, 660-661



11, 205, 347, 357, 360, 391-395, 446, 448-449, 626-631

Lab 411, 424-425, 632-633 National Geographic 447 Science and Society 426



389-395 Lab 300-301, 411, 450-451, 632-633, MiniLab 391

5.4. 8C. Technological Design


Building upon knowledge and skills gained in preceding grades, By the end of Grade 8, students will: *NJ ASK Test Specifications (NJASK) Science, Society and Technology -Skill Statement E & F 1. Select a technological problem and describe the criteria and constraints and criteria that are addressed in solving the problem. (Related to GEPA- Science, Society and Technology Skill Statement E).

120-131, 640-663 Study Guides, Labs, Reinforcement, Enrichment

Labs, Tests, Projects, Performance Assessments


640-663 Teach-led discussion of examples such as governor on a steam engine, or feedback in chemical reactions


This strand covered in 6th Grade Life Science

1. Identify the roles that organisms may serve in a food chain. (Related to NJASK Knowledge Statement A 3-6). 2. Differentiate between the needs of plants and those of animals. (Related to NJASK Knowledge Statement A 6). 3. Recognize that plants and animals are composed of different parts performing different functions and working together for the

well being of the organism. (Related to NJASK Knowledge Statement A 7 a & b). 248-277



2. Identify and describe the structure and function of cells and cell parts. (Related to GEPA Knowledge Statement A 2 & A 3 a). 5.5. 8B. Diversity and Biological Evolution Building upon knowledge and skills gained in preceding grades, By the end of Grade 8, students will: *NJ ASK Test Specifications (NJASK) Life Science -Knowledge Statement B/Diversity and Biological Evolution


1. Describe and give examples of the major categories of organisms and of the characteristics shared by organisms. (Related to


GEPA Knowledge Statement B 1 a-b).






Study Guides, Labs, Reinforcement, Enrichment



68-92 Lab 179, Minilab 173, National Geographic 176


68-72 Minilab 112


87-124 Applying Science 89 Lab 92-93


134-157 Applying Science 167 Lab 86




1. Recognize evidence of a chemical change. (Related to GEPA Knowledge Statement B 1 & B 3). 143-157 Labs and activities 190-210





310-315, 316-319 Applying Math 319 Lab 329, 330-


331


312, 321 Applying Math 319 Lab 329, 330-331


317





460-572 374-385 Lab 386 Minilab 381 National Geographic 381 Light Lab 561, 572-573


432-457 438-443, 448-441 Lab 444 Minilab 440, 441

3. Design an electric circuit to investigate the behavior of a system. 580-604 Labs 603, 604 5.8. 8A. Earth Properties and Materials Building upon knowledge and skills gained in preceding grades, By the end of Grade 8, students will: *NJ ASK Test Specifications (NJASK) Earth Science- Knowledge Statement A

This strand covered in 7th Grade Earth Science








2. Describe and illustrate the water cycle. (Related to GEPA Knowledge Statement A 1 & 4). 5.8. 8C. Processes that Shape the Earth Building upon knowledge and skills gained in preceding grades, By the end of Grade 8, students will: *NJ ASK Test Specifications (NJASK) Earth Science- Knowledge Statement C

This strand covered in 7th Grade Earth Science, also 458-487




1. Utilize various tools such as map projections and topographical maps to interpret features of Earth’s surface. (Related to GEPA Knowledge Statement A 8 a).

Also 338-340




Also 612-639






Also 612-639

5.9. 8C. Stars


Building upon knowledge and skills gained in preceding grades, By the end of Grade 8, students will: *NJ ASK Test Specifications (NJASK) Astronomy and Space Science- Knowledge Statement C








2. Observe and record short-term and long-term changes in the night sky. (Related to NJASK Knowledge Statement D 2). 5.10. 8A. Natural Systems and Interaction Building upon knowledge and skills gained in preceding grades, By the end of Grade 8, students will: *NJ ASK Test Specifications (NJASK) Environmental Science- Knowledge Statement A




5.10. 8B. Human Interactions and Impact Building upon knowledge and skills gained in preceding grades, By the end of Grade 8, students will: *NJ ASK Test





Cultural Connections

Explore the natural environments of faraway places and modalities to which people have adapted.

Explore plants and animals of faraway places by reading the literature of other cultures.

Study ways diverse peoples with diverse backgrounds have contributed to science.

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