North Dakota State Standards for Science: Kindergarten

ND.1. Unifying Concepts: Students understand the unifying concepts and processes of science.

K.1.1. Models: Identify models (e.g., dolls, stuffed animals, toy vehicles) that are not real

K.1.2. Constancy and Change: Identify things that can change (e.g., weather, people, water) 40
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ND.2. Science Inquiry: Students use the process of science inquiry.

K.2.1. Abilities Necessary To Do Scientific Inquiry: Use senses (i.e., sight, hearing, touch, smell, taste) to make observations about the world around them 24
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K.2.2. Abilities Necessary To Do Scientific Inquiry: Use simple tools (e.g., hand lens, balance, funnel, strainer) to extend the senses 14
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ND.3. Physical Science: Students understand the basic concepts and principles of physical science.

K.3.1. Properties of Matter: Identify the materials that make up an object. (e.g., desk is made up of wood and metal, bike is made up of metal, rubber, and plastic) 7
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ND.4. Life Science: Students understand the basic concepts and principles of life science.

K.4.1. Characteristics of Organisms: Identify animals eat plants or other animals for food 6
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ND.5. Earth and Space Science: Students understand the basic concepts and principles of earth and space science.

K.5.1. Weather, Seasons, and Climate: Describe day-to-day weather changes (e.g., sunny, rainy, cloudy, snowy) 4
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K.5.2. Objects in the Sky: Identify objects (e.g., sun, birds, airplanes, moon) in the sky 21
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ND.6. Science and Technology: Students understand relations between science and technology.

K.6.1. Forms of Technology: Identify natural objects that differ from those made by humans (e.g., rock-brick, sun-light bulb) 4
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K.6.2. Forms of Technology: Identify tools (e.g., scissors, pencil, hammer) that can be helpful or harmful 1
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ND.7. Science and Other Areas: Students understand relations between science and personal, social, and environmental issues.

K.7.1. Science and Personal Health: Identify safety rules for school and home 12
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ND.8. History and Nature of Science: Students understand the history and nature of science.

K.8.1. People in Science: Explain why anyone can be a scientist 8
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