They are able to design and conduct, describe and evaluate these investigations. They are able to understand and apply concepts that unify scientific disciplines. Categorize objects, organisms and events in different ways. Perform simple measurements and comparisons. Communicate observations and comparisons through various means such as pictographs, pictures, models and words.
Students understand that scientific investigation grows from the contributions of many people.
Understand that all people can and do participate in science. Distinguish between natural and man-made objects. Students understand the interrelationships of matter and energy in living organisms and the interactions of living organisms with their environments. Distinguish living from non-living things. PO 1. identify living things PO 2. identify non-living things PO 3.