| HighScope COR | Preschool Academic Standards | Teaching Strategies GOLD | Colorado Building Blocks | Head Start Child Development & Early Learning Framework |
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0 - Child gathers two, three, or four objects. |
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1 - Child creates a collection of five or more objects. |
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2 - Child sorts a collection into smaller groups of similar objects. |
Reading and Writing Oral Expression and Listening 1 - Conceptual understanding conveyed through vocabulary words can occur using a variety of modalities a - Identify and sort common objects, events, pictures, words, colors, shapes, and textures into various classifications Math Shape, Dimension and Geometric Relationships 1 - Shapes can be observed in the world and described in relation to one another a - Match, sort, group and name basic shapes found in the natural environment Math Shape, Dimension and Geometric Relationships 2 - Measurement is used to compare objects c - Sort coins by physical attributes such as color or size (PFL) |
Cognitive 13 - Uses classification skills - 4 - Places objects in two or more groups based on differences in a single characteristic, e.g., color, size, or shape Cognitive 13 - Uses classification skills - 6 - Groups objects by one characteristic; then regroups them using a different characteristic and indicates the reason Mathematics 21 - Explores and describes spatial relationships and shapes b - Understands shapes 6 - Describes basic two- and three dimensional shapes by using own words; recognizes basic shapes when they are presented in a new orientation |
Mathematics 1 - Play Children engage in play to develop their mathematical thinking and problem solving. a - Begin to make groups and match objects. Mathematics 1 - Play Children engage in play to develop their mathematical thinking and problem solving. a - Begin to make groups and match objects. Mathematics 3 - Geometry and Spatial Sense Children show an interest in recognizing and creating shapes and an awareness of position in space. a - Describe and name common shapes found in the natural environment. Mathematics 3 - Geometry and Spatial Sense Children show an interest in recognizing and creating shapes and an awareness of position in space. a - Describe and name common shapes found in the natural environment. Mathematics 3 - Geometry and Spatial Sense Children show an interest in recognizing and creating shapes and an awareness of position in space. c - Group objects according to their shape and size. |
Mathematics Knowledge & Skills Geometry & Spatial Sense: The understanding of shapes, their properties, and how objects are related to one another. Recognizes and names common shapes, their parts, and attributes. Mathematics Knowledge & Skills Patterns: The recognition of patterns, sequencing, and critical thinking skills necessary to predict and classify objects in a pattern. Sorts, classifies, and serializes (puts in a pattern) objects using attributes, such as color, shape, or size. Mathematics Knowledge & Skills Patterns: The recognition of patterns, sequencing, and critical thinking skills necessary to predict and classify objects in a pattern. Sorts, classifies, and serializes (puts in a pattern) objects using attributes, such as color, shape, or size. |
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3 - In sorting, child groups objects that are the same in some way but different in others. |
Math Shape, Dimension and Geometric Relationships 1 - Shapes can be observed in the world and described in relation to one another b - Sort similar groups of objects into simple categories based on attributes |
Cognitive 13 - Uses classification skills - 6 - Groups objects by one characteristic; then regroups them using a different characteristic and indicates the reason |
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Mathematics Knowledge & Skills Patterns: The recognition of patterns, sequencing, and critical thinking skills necessary to predict and classify objects in a pattern. Sorts, classifies, and serializes (puts in a pattern) objects using attributes, such as color, shape, or size. |
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4 - In sorting, child groups objects that are the same in some way and identifies the similarity. |
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5 - Child identifies two or more similarities between objects or groups. |
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0 - Child creates a collection of 5 or more objects. |
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1 - Child lines up three or more objects one after the other. |
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2 - Child arranges four or more objects in a repeating series. |
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3 - Child arranges three or more objects in a graduated series. |
Math Shape, Dimension and Geometric Relationships 2 - Measurement is used to compare objects b - Group objects according to their size using standard and non-standard forms (height, weight, length, or color brightness) of measurement |
Mathematics 22 - Compares and measures - 6 - Uses multiples of the same unit to measure; uses numbers to compare; knows the purpose of standard measuring tools |
Mathematics 4 - Patterns and Measurement Children show an interest in recognizing and creating patterns, comparing and measuring time and quantity. c - Begin to order, compare or describe objects according to size, length, height and weight using standard or non-standard forms of measurement. |
Mathematics Knowledge & Skills Measurement & Comparison: The understanding of attributes and relative properties of objects as related to size, capacity, and area. Uses nonstandard and standard techniques and tools to measure and compare. |
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4 - Child finds or points out a repeating or graduated series. |
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5 - Child adds additional objects to extend a repeating or graduated series. |
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0 - Child makes a choice between two similar objects that differ along a dimension. |
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1 - Child makes or responds to a statement that includes a comparison word. |
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2 - Child describes contrasting objects using a word and its opposite. |
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3 - Child makes an object or structure smaller or bigger and comments on the change. |
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4 - Child uses a comparison word to describe the difference between two objects. |
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5 - Child uses a conventional or an unconventional measuring tool and states the result. |
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0 - Child distributes objects in a one-to-one manner. |
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1 - Child uses a number word. |
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2 - Child counts objects, naming one number for each object. |
Math Number Sense, Properties and Operations 1 - Quantities can be represented and counted b - Match a quantity with a numeral |
Mathematics 20 - Uses number concepts and operations c - Connects numerals with their quantities 6 - Identifies numerals to 10 by name and connects each to counted objects |
Mathematics 2 - Numbers and Operations Children show interest and curiosity in counting and grouping objects and numbers. c - Begin to associate a number of objects with names and symbols for numbers. |
Mathematics Knowledge & Skills Number Concepts & Quantities: The understanding that numbers represent quantities and have ordinal properties (number words represent a rank order, particular size, or position in a list). Associates quantities and the names of numbers with written numerals. |
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3 - Child counts or responds to a request for 5 to 10 objects. |
Math Number Sense, Properties and Operations 1 - Quantities can be represented and counted a - Count and represent objects including coins to 10 (PFL) |
Mathematics 20 - Uses number concepts and operations a - Counts 6 - Verbally counts to 20; counts 10-20 objects accurately; knows the last number states how many in all; tells what number (1-10) comes next in order by counting Mathematics 20 - Uses number concepts and operations b - Quantifies 8 - Uses a variety of strategies (counting objects or fingers, counting on, or counting back) to solve problems with more than 10 objects |
Mathematics 2 - Numbers and Operations Children show interest and curiosity in counting and grouping objects and numbers. b - Begin to use numbers and counting as a means for solving problems, predicting and measuring quantity. Use one-to-one correspondence in counting objects and matching groups of objects. |
Mathematics Knowledge & Skills Number Concepts & Quantities: The understanding that numbers represent quantities and have ordinal properties (number words represent a rank order, particular size, or position in a list). Uses one-to-one counting and subitizing (identifying the number of objects without counting) to determine quantity. |
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4 - Child counts 11 or more objects and uses the last number to say how many. |
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5 - Child counts two groups of objects and says which one has more. |
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CC - Identifying position and direction 0 - Child locates people or materials in the classroom. |
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CC - Identifying position and direction 1 - Child moves or places an object as requested. |
Health and Physical Education Movement Competence and Understanding in Physical Education 2 - Demonstrate balance b - Demonstrate the relationship of under, over, behind, next to, through, right, left, up, down, forward, backward, and in front of by using the body and an object. Math Shape, Dimension and Geometric Relationships 1 - Shapes can be observed in the world and described in relation to one another d - Follow directions to arrange, order, or position objects |
Physical 5 - Demonstrates balancing skills - 8 - Sustains balance during complex movement experiences Physical 6 - Demonstrates gross-motor manipulative skills - 8 - Manipulates balls or similar objects with a full range of motion Mathematics 21 - Explores and describes spatial relationships and shapes a - Understands spatial relationships 6 - Uses and responds appropriately to positional words indicating location, direction, and distance Mathematics 21 - Explores and describes spatial relationships and shapes a - Understands spatial relationships 6 - Uses and responds appropriately to positional words indicating location, direction, and distance |
Mathematics 3 - Geometry and Spatial Sense Children show an interest in recognizing and creating shapes and an awareness of position in space. b - Use language to understand the arrangement, order and position of objects that are on top of, next to, on the bottom, underneath, beside and in front of other objects. Mathematics 3 - Geometry and Spatial Sense Children show an interest in recognizing and creating shapes and an awareness of position in space. b - Use language to understand the arrangement, order and position of objects that are on top of, next to, on the bottom, underneath, beside and in front of other objects. Physical Health and Development 1 - Play Children engage in play as a means to understand healthy behavior and develop their physical bodies. d - Initiate activities that challenge their bodies in new ways. |
Physical Development & Health Gross Motor Skills: The control of large muscles for movement, navigation, and balance. Understands movement concepts, such as control of the body, how the body moves (such as an awareness of space and directionality), and that the body can move independently or in coordination with other objects. Mathematics Knowledge & Skills Geometry & Spatial Sense: The understanding of shapes, their properties, and how objects are related to one another. Understands directionality, order, and position of objects, such as up, down, in front, behind. |
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CC - Identifying position and direction 2 - Child uses a position word. |
Reading and Writing Oral Expression and Listening 1 - Conceptual understanding conveyed through vocabulary words can occur using a variety of modalities b - Begin to identify and use special concepts (first/last, over/under, etc.) Social Studies Geography 1 - Develop spatial understanding, perspectives, and connections to the world. a - Use positional phrasing. Phrases to include but not limited to: over and under, here and there, inside and outside, up and down |
Mathematics 21 - Explores and describes spatial relationships and shapes a - Understands spatial relationships 6 - Uses and responds appropriately to positional words indicating location, direction, and distance Mathematics 21 - Explores and describes spatial relationships and shapes a - Understands spatial relationships 6 - Uses and responds appropriately to positional words indicating location, direction, and distance Mathematics 22 - Compares and measures - 4 - Compares and orders a small set of objects as appropriate according to size, length, weight, area, or volume; knows usual sequence of basic daily events and a few ordinal numbers |
Mathematics 3 - Geometry and Spatial Sense Children show an interest in recognizing and creating shapes and an awareness of position in space. a - Describe and name common shapes found in the natural environment. Mathematics 3 - Geometry and Spatial Sense Children show an interest in recognizing and creating shapes and an awareness of position in space. b - Use language to understand the arrangement, order and position of objects that are on top of, next to, on the bottom, underneath, beside and in front of other objects. |
Language Development Receptive Language: The ability to comprehend or understand language. Comprehends increasingly complex and varied vocabulary. Language Development Expressive Language: The ability to use language. Uses increasingly complex and varied vocabulary. Mathematics Knowledge & Skills Geometry & Spatial Sense: The understanding of shapes, their properties, and how objects are related to one another. Understands directionality, order, and position of objects, such as up, down, in front, behind. Mathematics Knowledge & Skills Geometry & Spatial Sense: The understanding of shapes, their properties, and how objects are related to one another. Understands directionality, order, and position of objects, such as up, down, in front, behind. |
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CC - Identifying position and direction 3 - Child uses a direction word. |
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CC - Identifying position and direction 4 - Child uses a distance word. |
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CC - Identifying position and direction 5 - Reading a map, child uses a position, direction, or distance word. |
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DD - Identifying sequence, change, and causality 0 - Child carries out a two-step action sequence or procedure. |
Reading and Writing Oral Expression and Listening 2 - Listening and comprehension skills are required to be clearly understood c - Listen with comprehension, and follow two-step directions |
Language 8 - Listens to and understands increasingly a - Comprehends language 6 - Responds appropriately to specific vocabulary and simple statements, questions, and stories Language 8 - complex language b - Follows directions 6 - Follows directions of two or more steps that relate to familiar objects and experiences |
Language Development and Communication 2 - Listening and Understanding Children develop skills in listening and in understanding language. b - Listen and increasingly understand conversations and questions. Language Development and Communication 2 - Listening and Understanding Children develop skills in listening and in understanding language. c - Follow directions that involve multiple steps. |
Language Development Receptive Language: The ability to comprehend or understand language. Attends to language during conversations, songs, stories, or other learning experiences. Language Development Receptive Language: The ability to comprehend or understand language. Comprehends increasingly complex and varied vocabulary. |
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DD - Identifying sequence, change, and causality 1 - Child anticipates the next event in a sequence. |
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DD - Identifying sequence, change, and causality 2 - Child describes a sequence of events. |
Science Physical Science 1 - Objects have properties and characteristics c - Collect, describe, and record information through discussion, drawings, and charts Social Studies History 1 - Recognize change and sequence over time a - Use words and phrases correctly related to chronology and time. Words to include but not limited to past, present future, before, now, and later. Social Studies History 1 - Recognize change and sequence over time c - Sequence a simple set of activities or events |
Cognitive 14 - Uses symbols and images to represent something not present a - Thinks symbolically 6 - Plans and then uses drawings, constructions, movements, and dramatizations to represent ideas Mathematics 22 - Compares and measures - 4 - Compares and orders a small set of objects as appropriate according to size, length, weight, area, or volume; knows usual sequence of basic daily events and a few ordinal numbers Social Studies 31 - Explores change related to familiar people or places - - |
Approaches to Learning 4 - Self-organization Children demonstrate an increased ability to establish goals, develop and follow through with plans. a - Demonstrate an increased ability to understand a task as a series of steps. Mathematics 4 - Patterns and Measurement Children show an interest in recognizing and creating patterns, comparing and measuring time and quantity. b - Begin to understand that some events take place in the past, present or future. Mathematics 4 - Patterns and Measurement Children show an interest in recognizing and creating patterns, comparing and measuring time and quantity. b - Begin to understand that some events take place in the past, present or future. Science 2 - Scientific Knowledge Children learn about the development of the natural and physical world. a - Collect, describe and learn to record information through discussion, drawings and charts. |
Logic & Reasoning Symbolic Representation: The use of symbols or objects to represent something else. Represents people, places, or things through drawings, movement, and three-dimensional objects. Science Knowledge & Skills Scientific Skills & Method: The skills to observe and collect information and use it to ask questions, predict, explain, and draw conclusions. Collects, describes, and records information through discussions, drawings, maps, and charts. Social Studies Knowledge & Skills History & Events: The understanding that events happened in the past and how these events relate to one’s self, family, and community. Differentiates between past, present, and future. |
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DD - Identifying sequence, change, and causality 3 - Child describes a change in an object or situation. |
Social Studies History 1 - Recognize change and sequence over time d - Identify an example of change over time on topics to include but not limited to their own growth |
Social Studies 29 - Demonstrates knowledge about self - - Social Studies 31 - Explores change related to familiar people or places - - |
Science 3 - Scientific Skills and Methods Children begin to use scientific tools and methods to learn about their world. a - Explore the natural processes of growing, changing and adapting to the environment. |
Social Studies Knowledge & Skills History & Events: The understanding that events happened in the past and how these events relate to one’s self, family, and community. Recognizes events that happened in the past, such as family or personal history. |
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DD - Identifying sequence, change, and causality 4 - Child compares the rates or durations of two events. |
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DD - Identifying sequence, change, and causality 5 - Child explains that an event or change happens because of something else. |
Science Physical Science 1 - Objects have properties and characteristics b - Make simple observations, predictions, explanations, and generalizations based on real-life experiences |
Cognitive 12 - Remembers and connects experiences b - Makes connections 6 - Draws on everyday experiences and applies this knowledge to a similar situation |
Science 3 - Scientific Skills and Methods Children begin to use scientific tools and methods to learn about their world. b - Make simple observations, predictions, explanations and generalizations based on real life experiences. |
Logic & Reasoning Reasoning & Problem Solving: The ability to recognize, understand, and analyze a problem and draw on knowledge or experience to seek solutions to a problem. Uses past knowledge to build new knowledge. |
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EE - Identifying materials and properties 0 - Child uses an object or material intended for a particular task or idea. |
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EE - Identifying materials and properties 1 - Child identifies a property of an object. |
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EE - Identifying materials and properties 2 - Child identifies the material an object is made of. |
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EE - Identifying materials and properties 3 - Child identifies a part of an object and the whole it belongs to. |
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EE - Identifying materials and properties 4 - Child selects a material based on its properties. |
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EE - Identifying materials and properties 5 - Child numbers the parts or features of an object. |
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FF - Identifying natural and living things 0 - Child watches, picks up, examines, or uses a natural object or material. |
Science Physical Science 1 - Objects have properties and characteristics a - Use senses to gather information about objects Science Life Science 1 - Living things have characteristics and basic needs a - Use senses to gather information about living things Science Life Science 1 - Living things have characteristics and basic needs b - Observe and explore the natural processes of growing, changing, and adapting to the environment Science Earth Systems Science 1 - Earth’s materials have properties and characteristics that affect how we use those materials a - Use senses to gather information about Earth’s materials |
Science and Technology 24 - Uses scientific inquiry skills - - Science and Technology 25 - Demonstrates knowledge of the characteristics of living things - - Science and Technology 25 - Demonstrates knowledge of the characteristics of living things - - Science and Technology 27 - Demonstrates knowledge of Earth’s environment - - |
Science 2 - Scientific Knowledge Children learn about the development of the natural and physical world. b - Use tools and their senses to make observations, gather and record information and make predictions about what might happen. Science 2 - Scientific Knowledge Children learn about the development of the natural and physical world. b - Use tools and their senses to make observations, gather and record information and make predictions about what might happen. Science 2 - Scientific Knowledge Children learn about the development of the natural and physical world. b - Use tools and their senses to make observations, gather and record information and make predictions about what might happen. Science 3 - Scientific Skills and Methods Children begin to use scientific tools and methods to learn about their world. a - Explore the natural processes of growing, changing and adapting to the environment. |
Science Knowledge & Skills Scientific Skills & Method: The skills to observe and collect information and use it to ask questions, predict, explain, and draw conclusions. Uses senses and tools, including technology, to gather information, investigate materials, and observe processes and relationships. Science Knowledge & Skills Scientific Skills & Method: The skills to observe and collect information and use it to ask questions, predict, explain, and draw conclusions. Uses senses and tools, including technology, to gather information, investigate materials, and observe processes and relationships. Science Knowledge & Skills Scientific Skills & Method: The skills to observe and collect information and use it to ask questions, predict, explain, and draw conclusions. Uses senses and tools, including technology, to gather information, investigate materials, and observe processes and relationships. Science Knowledge & Skills Conceptual Knowledge of the Natural & Physical World: The acquisition of concepts and facts related to the natural and physical world and the understanding of naturally-occurring relationships. Observes, describes, and discusses living things and natural processes. |
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FF - Identifying natural and living things 1 - Child names a natural object or material. |
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FF - Identifying natural and living things 2 - Child performs an action helpful to plants or animals. |
Science Life Science 2 - Living things develop in predictable patterns a - a. Identify the common needs such as food, air, and water of familiar living things |
Science and Technology 25 - Demonstrates knowledge of the characteristics of living things - - |
Science 3 - Scientific Skills and Methods Children begin to use scientific tools and methods to learn about their world. a - Explore the natural processes of growing, changing and adapting to the environment. |
Science Knowledge & Skills Conceptual Knowledge of the Natural & Physical World: The acquisition of concepts and facts related to the natural and physical world and the understanding of naturally-occurring relationships. Observes, describes, and discusses living things and natural processes. |
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FF - Identifying natural and living things 3 - Child characterizes something as living or not living. |
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FF - Identifying natural and living things 4 - Child identifies a change (in a material or the environment) and a possible cause. |
Science Physical Science 2 - There are cause-and-effect relationships in everyday experiences a - Recognize and investigate cause-and-effect relationships in everyday experiences – pushing, pulling, kicking, rolling, or blowing objects Science Life Science 2 - Living things develop in predictable patterns b - Predict, explain, and infer patterns based on observations and representations of living things, their needs, and life cycles Science Life Science 2 - Living things develop in predictable patterns c - Make and record by drawing, acting out, or describing observations of living things and how they change over time Science Earth Systems Science 1 - Earth’s materials have properties and characteristics that affect how we use those materials b - Make simple observations, explanations, and generalizations about Earth’s materials based on real-life experiences |
Cognitive 12 - Remembers and connects experiences b - Makes connections 6 - Draws on everyday experiences and applies this knowledge to a similar situation Cognitive 14 - Uses symbols and images to represent something not present a - Thinks symbolically 6 - Plans and then uses drawings, constructions, movements, and dramatizations to represent ideas Mathematics 23 - Demonstrates knowledge of patterns - 6 - Extends and creates simple repeating patterns Science and Technology 26 - Demonstrates knowledge of the physical properties of objects and materials - - |
Science 2 - Scientific Knowledge Children learn about the development of the natural and physical world. c - Investigate changes in materials and cause-effect relationships. Science 3 - Scientific Skills and Methods Children begin to use scientific tools and methods to learn about their world. a - Explore the natural processes of growing, changing and adapting to the environment. Science 3 - Scientific Skills and Methods Children begin to use scientific tools and methods to learn about their world. b - Make simple observations, predictions, explanations and generalizations based on real life experiences. Science 3 - Scientific Skills and Methods Children begin to use scientific tools and methods to learn about their world. b - Make simple observations, predictions, explanations and generalizations based on real life experiences. Science 3 - Scientific Skills and Methods Children begin to use scientific tools and methods to learn about their world. b - Make simple observations, predictions, explanations and generalizations based on real life experiences. |
Logic & Reasoning Reasoning & Problem Solving: The ability to recognize, understand, and analyze a problem and draw on knowledge or experience to seek solutions to a problem. Recognizes cause and effect relationships. Logic & Reasoning Reasoning & Problem Solving: The ability to recognize, understand, and analyze a problem and draw on knowledge or experience to seek solutions to a problem. Uses past knowledge to build new knowledge. Science Knowledge & Skills Scientific Skills & Method: The skills to observe and collect information and use it to ask questions, predict, explain, and draw conclusions. Collects, describes, and records information through discussions, drawings, maps, and charts. Science Knowledge & Skills Scientific Skills & Method: The skills to observe and collect information and use it to ask questions, predict, explain, and draw conclusions. Describes and discusses predictions, explanations, and generalizations based on past experience. Science Knowledge & Skills Conceptual Knowledge of the Natural & Physical World: The acquisition of concepts and facts related to the natural and physical world and the understanding of naturally-occurring relationships. Observes, describes, and discusses living things and natural processes. |
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FF - Identifying natural and living things 5 - Child identifies where a natural object or material comes from. |
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