Understand the processes of scientific investigations and use inquiry and scientific ways of observing, experimenting, predicting, and validating to think critically.
K-4
5-8
9-12
Strand II:
Content of Science
Content Standard I:
Physical Science
Understand the structure and properties of matter, the characteristics of energy, and the interactions between matter and energy.
K-4
5-8
9-12
Content Standard II:
Life Science
Understand the properties, structures, and processes of living things and the interdependence of living things and their environments.
Earth and Space Science
Understand the structure of Earth, the solar system, and the universe, the interconnections among them, and the processes and interactions of Earth's systems.
K-4
5-8
9-12
Strand III:
Science and Society
Content Standard I:
Understand how scientific discoveries, inventions, practices, and knowledge influence, and are influenced by, individuals and societies.