Missouri State Standards for Science: Grade 3

MO.ME.1.1. Properties and Principles of Matter and Energy: Changes in properties and states of matter provide evidence of the atomic theory of matter

ME.1.1.D.3.a. Physical changes in the state of matter that result from thermal changes can be explained by the Kinetic Theory of Matter: Compare the observable physical properties of solids, liquids, or gases (air) (i.e., visible vs. invisible, changes in shape, changes in the amount of space occupied) 6
Suggested Titles for Missouri Science State Standard ME.1.1.D.3.a.

ME.1.1.D.3.b. Physical changes in the state of matter that result from thermal changes can be explained by the Kinetic Theory of Matter: Identify everyday objects/substances as solid, liquid, or gas (e.g., air, water) 6
Suggested Titles for Missouri Science State Standard ME.1.1.D.3.b.

ME.1.1.D.3.c. Physical changes in the state of matter that result from thermal changes can be explained by the Kinetic Theory of Matter: Recognize water evaporates (liquid water changes into a gas as it moves into the air) 4
Suggested Titles for Missouri Science State Standard ME.1.1.D.3.c.

ME.1.1.D.3.d. Physical changes in the state of matter that result from thermal changes can be explained by the Kinetic Theory of Matter: Measure and compare the temperature of water when it exists as a solid to its temperature when it exists as a liquid 14
Suggested Titles for Missouri Science State Standard ME.1.1.D.3.d.

ME.1.1.D.3.e. Physical changes in the state of matter that result from thermal changes can be explained by the Kinetic Theory of Matter: Investigate and recognize water can change from a liquid to a solid (freeze), and back again to a liquid (melt), as the result of temperature changes 14
Suggested Titles for Missouri Science State Standard ME.1.1.D.3.e.

ME.1.1.D.3.f. Physical changes in the state of matter that result from thermal changes can be explained by the Kinetic Theory of Matter: Describe the changes in the physical properties of water (i.e., shape, volume) when frozen or melted 7
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ME.1.1.D.3.g. Physical changes in the state of matter that result from thermal changes can be explained by the Kinetic Theory of Matter: Predict and investigate the effect of heat energy (i.e., change in temperature, melting, evaporation) on objects and materials 3
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MO.ME.1.2. Properties and Principles of Matter and Energy: Energy has a source, can be transferred, and can be transformed into various forms but is conserved between and within systems

ME.1.2.A.3.a. Forms of energy have a source, a means of transfer (work and heat), and a receiver: Identify sources of thermal energy (e.g., Sun, stove, fire, body) that can cause solids to change to liquids, and liquids to change to gas 3
Suggested Titles for Missouri Science State Standard ME.1.2.A.3.a.

ME.1.2.A.3.b. Forms of energy have a source, a means of transfer (work and heat), and a receiver: Identify sources of light energy (e.g., Sun, bulbs, flames) 7
Suggested Titles for Missouri Science State Standard ME.1.2.A.3.b.

ME.1.2.A.3.c. Forms of energy have a source, a means of transfer (work and heat), and a receiver: Recognize light can be transferred from the source to the receiver (eye) through space 7
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ME.1.2.A.3.d. Forms of energy have a source, a means of transfer (work and heat), and a receiver: Identify the three things (light source, object, and surface) necessary to produce a shadow 3
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ME.1.2.C.3.a. Electromagnetic energy from the Sun (solar radiation) is a major source of energy on Earth: Recognize the Sun is the primary source of light and food energy on Earth 4
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MO.LO.3.1. Characteristics and Interactions of Living Organisms: There is a fundamental unity underlying the diversity of all living organisms

LO.3.1.A.3.a. Organisms have basic needs for survival: Describe the basic needs of most plants (i.e., air, water, light, nutrients, temperature) 11
Suggested Titles for Missouri Science State Standard LO.3.1.A.3.a.

LO.3.1.B.3.a. Organisms progress through life cycles unique to different types of organisms: Recognize plants progress through life cycles of seed germination, growth and development, reproduction, and death 7
Suggested Titles for Missouri Science State Standard LO.3.1.B.3.a.

LO.3.1.B.3.b. Organisms progress through life cycles unique to different types of organisms: Sequence and describe the stages in the life cycle of a flowering plant 7
Suggested Titles for Missouri Science State Standard LO.3.1.B.3.b.

LO.3.1.D.3.a. Plants and animals have different structures that serve similar functions necessary for the survival of the organism: Identify the major organs (roots, stems, flowers, leaves) and their functions in vascular plants (e.g., absorption, transport, reproduction) (Do NOT assess the term vascular) 8
Suggested Titles for Missouri Science State Standard LO.3.1.D.3.a.

MO.LO.3.2. Characteristics and Interactions of Living Organisms: Living organisms carry out life processes in order to survive

LO.3.2.C.3.a. Complex multicellular organisms have systems that interact to carry out life processes through physical and chemical means: Illustrate and trace the path of water and nutrients as they move through the transport system of a plant 13
Suggested Titles for Missouri Science State Standard LO.3.2.C.3.a.

MO.LO.3.3. Characteristic and Interactions of Living Organisms: There is a genetic basis for the transfer of biological characteristics from one generation to the next through reproductive processes

LO.3.3.D.3.a. There is heritable variation within every species of organism: Identify and relate the similarities and differences between plants and their offspring (i.e., seedlings) 7
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MO.EC.4.2. Changes in Ecosystems and Interactions of Organisms with their Environments: Matter and energy flow through an ecosystem

EC.4.2.A.3.a. As energy flows through the ecosystem, all organisms capture a portion of that energy and transform it to a form they can use: Identify sunlight as the primary source of energy plants use to produce their own food 8
Suggested Titles for Missouri Science State Standard EC.4.2.A.3.a.

EC.4.2.A.3.b. As energy flows through the ecosystem, all organisms capture a portion of that energy and transform it to a form they can use: Classify populations of organisms as producers or consumers by the role they serve in the ecosystem 15
Suggested Titles for Missouri Science State Standard EC.4.2.A.3.b.

EC.4.2.A.3.c. As energy flows through the ecosystem, all organisms capture a portion of that energy and transform it to a form they can use: Sequence the flow of energy through a food chain beginning with the Sun 15
Suggested Titles for Missouri Science State Standard EC.4.2.A.3.c.

EC.4.2.A.3.d. As energy flows through the ecosystem, all organisms capture a portion of that energy and transform it to a form they can use: Predict the possible effects of removing an organism from a food chain 15
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MO.ES.5.1. Processes and Interactions of the Earth's Systems (Geosphere, Atmosphere, and Hydrosphere): Earth's systems (geosphere, atmosphere, and hydrosphere) have common components and unique structures

ES.5.1.C.3.a. The atmosphere (air) is composed of a mixture of gases, including water vapor, and minute particles: Recognize liquid water can change into a gas (vapor) in the air 9
Suggested Titles for Missouri Science State Standard ES.5.1.C.3.a.

ES.5.1.C.3.b. The atmosphere (air) is composed of a mixture of gases, including water vapor, and minute particles: Recognize clouds and fog are made of tiny droplets of water 12
Suggested Titles for Missouri Science State Standard ES.5.1.C.3.b.

ES.5.1.C.3.c. The atmosphere (air) is composed of a mixture of gases, including water vapor, and minute particles: Recognize air is a substance that surrounds us, takes up space, and moves around us as wind 5
Suggested Titles for Missouri Science State Standard ES.5.1.C.3.c.

MO.ES.5.2. Processes and Interactions of the Earth's Systems (Geosphere, Atmosphere, and Hydrosphere): Earth's systems (geosphere, atmosphere, and hydrosphere) interact with one another as they undergo change by common processes

ES.5.2.E.3.a. Changes in the form of water as it moves through Earth's systems are described as the water cycle: Describe clouds and precipitation as forms of water 15
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MO.UN.6.1. Composition and Structure of the Universe and the Motion of the Objects Within It: The universe has observable properties and structure

UN.6.1.A.3.a. The Earth, Sun, and moon are part of a larger system that includes other planets and smaller celestial bodies: Describe our Sun as a star because it provides light energy to the solar system 4
Suggested Titles for Missouri Science State Standard UN.6.1.A.3.a.

UN.6.1.A.3.b. The Earth, Sun, and moon are part of a larger system that includes other planets and smaller celestial bodies: Recognize the moon is a reflector of light 7
Suggested Titles for Missouri Science State Standard UN.6.1.A.3.b.

MO.UN.6.2. Composition and Structure of the Universe and the Motion of the Objects Within It: Regular and predictable motions of objects in the universe can be described and explained as the result of gravitational forces

UN.6.2.A.3.a. The apparent position of the Sun and other stars, as seen from Earth, change in observable patterns: Illustrate and describe how the Sun appears to move slowly across the sky from east to west during the day 11
Suggested Titles for Missouri Science State Standard UN.6.2.A.3.a.

UN.6.2.B.3.a. The apparent position of the moon, as seen from Earth, and its actual position relative to Earth change in observable patterns: Illustrate and describe how the moon appears to move slowly across the sky from east to west during the day and/or night 7
Suggested Titles for Missouri Science State Standard UN.6.2.B.3.a.

UN.6.2.B.3.b. The apparent position of the moon, as seen from Earth, and its actual position relative to Earth change in observable patterns: Observe the change in the moon's appearance relative to time of day and month over several months and note the pattern in this change 7
Suggested Titles for Missouri Science State Standard UN.6.2.B.3.b.

UN.6.2.C.3.a. The regular and predictable motions of the Earth and moon relative to the Sun explain natural phenomena on Earth, such as day, month, year, shadows, moon phases, eclipses, tides, and seasons: Recognize there is a day/night cycle every 24 hours 5
Suggested Titles for Missouri Science State Standard UN.6.2.C.3.a.

UN.6.2.C.3.b. The regular and predictable motions of the Earth and moon relative to the Sun explain natural phenomena on Earth, such as day, month, year, shadows, moon phases, eclipses, tides, and seasons: Describe the changes in length and position (direction) of shadows from morning to midday to afternoon 3
Suggested Titles for Missouri Science State Standard UN.6.2.C.3.b.

UN.6.2.C.3.c. The regular and predictable motions of the Earth and moon relative to the Sun explain natural phenomena on Earth, such as day, month, year, shadows, moon phases, eclipses, tides, and seasons: Describe how the Sun's position in the sky changes the length and position of shadows 3
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MO.IN.7.1. Scientific Inquiry: Science understanding is developed through the use of science process skills, scientific knowledge, scientific investigation, reasoning, and critical thinking

IN.7.1.A.3.a. Scientific inquiry includes the ability of students to formulate a testable question and explanation, and to select appropriate investigative methods in order to obtain evidence relevant to the explanation: Pose questions about objects, materials, organisms, and events in the environment 21
Suggested Titles for Missouri Science State Standard IN.7.1.A.3.a.

IN.7.1.A.3.b. Scientific inquiry includes the ability of students to formulate a testable question and explanation, and to select appropriate investigative methods in order to obtain evidence relevant to the explanation: Plan and conduct a fair test to answer a question 21
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IN.7.1.B.3.a. Scientific inquiry relies upon gathering evidence from qualitative and quantitative observations: Make qualitative observations using the five senses 21
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IN.7.1.B.3.b. Scientific inquiry relies upon gathering evidence from qualitative and quantitative observations: Make observations using simple tools and equipment (e.g., hand lenses, magnets, thermometers, metric rulers, balances, graduated cylinders) 3
Suggested Titles for Missouri Science State Standard IN.7.1.B.3.b.

IN.7.1.B.3.c. Scientific inquiry relies upon gathering evidence from qualitative and quantitative observations: Measure length to the nearest centimeter, mass using grams, temperature using degrees Celsius, volume using liters 17
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IN.7.1.B.3.d. Scientific inquiry relies upon gathering evidence from qualitative and quantitative observations: Compare amounts/measurements 17
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IN.7.1.B.3.e. Scientific inquiry relies upon gathering evidence from qualitative and quantitative observations: Judge whether measurements and computation of quantities are reasonable 17
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IN.7.1.C.3.a. Evidence is used to formulate explanations: Use quantitative and qualitative data as support for reasonable explanations 21
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IN.7.1.C.3.b. Evidence is used to formulate explanations: Use data as support for observed patterns and relationships, and to make predictions to be tested 21
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IN.7.1.D.3.a. Scientific inquiry includes evaluation of explanations (hypotheses, laws, theories) in light of scientific principles (understandings): Evaluate the reasonableness of an explanation 21
Suggested Titles for Missouri Science State Standard IN.7.1.D.3.a.

IN.7.1.D.3.b. Scientific inquiry includes evaluation of explanations (hypotheses, laws, theories) in light of scientific principles (understandings): Analyze whether evidence supports proposed explanations 21
Suggested Titles for Missouri Science State Standard IN.7.1.D.3.b.

IN.7.1.E.3.a. The nature of science relies upon communication of results and justification of explanations: Communicate simple procedures and results of investigations and explanations through: oral presentations; drawings and maps; data tables; graphs (bar, single line, pictograph); writings 25
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MO.ST.8.1. Impact of Science, Technology and Human Activity: The nature of technology can advance, and is advanced by, science as it seeks to apply scientific knowledge in ways that meet human needs

ST.8.1.A.3.a. Designed objects are used to do things better or more easily and to do some things that could not otherwise be done at all: Recognize some objects or materials (e.g., Sun, fire, ice, snow) occur in nature (natural objects); others (e.g., stoves, refrigerators, bulbs, candles, lanterns) have been designed and made by people to solve human problems and enhance the quality of life (manmade objects) 32
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ST.8.1.B.3.a. Advances in technology often result in improved data collection and an increase in scientific information: Describe how new technologies have helped scientists make better observations and measurements for investigations (e.g., telescopes, magnifiers, balances, microscopes, computers, stethoscopes, thermometers)

MO.ST.8.2. Impact of Science, Technology and Human Activity: Historical and cultural perspectives of scientific explanations help to improve understanding of the nature of science and how science knowledge and technology evolve over time

ST.8.2.A.3.a. People of different gender and ethnicity have contributed to scientific discoveries and the invention of technological innovations: Research biographical information about various scientists and inventors from different gender and ethnic backgrounds, and describe how their work contributed to science and technology (Assess Locally) 15
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MO.ST.8.3. Impact of Science, Technology and Human Activity: Science and technology affect, and are affected by, society

ST.8.3.A.3.a. People, alone or in groups, are always making discoveries about nature and inventing new ways to solve problems and get work done: Identify a question that was asked, or could be asked, or a problem that needed to be solved when given a brief scenario (fiction or nonfiction of people working alone or in groups solving everyday problems or learning through discovery) 15
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ST.8.3.A.3.b. People, alone or in groups, are always making discoveries about nature and inventing new ways to solve problems and get work done: Work with a group to solve a problem, giving due credit to the ideas and contributions of each group member (Assess Locally) 19
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