Idaho State Standards for Science: Grade 3

ID.1. Nature of Science: Students apply scientific methods to conduct experiments. Students read and give multi-step instructions.

1.1. Understand Systems, Order, and Organization

3.S.1.1.1. The student will be able to label the parts of a system. (573.01.a) 26
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1.2. Understand Concepts and Processes of Evidence, Models, and Explanations

3.S.1.2.1. The student will be able to make observations, collect data and evaluate it. (573.02.a) 25
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3.S.1.2.2. The student will be able to replicate and/or use models. (573.02.b) 36
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1.3. Understand Constancy, Change, and Measurement

3.S.1.3.1. The student will be able to measure changes that occur. (573.03.b) 55
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3.S.1.3.2. The student will be able to measure in both U.S. Customary and International System of Measurement (metric system) units. (573.03.c) 55
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1.4. Understand the Theory that Evolution is a Process that Relates to the Gradual Changes in the Universe and of Equilibrium as a Physical State

1.5. Understand Concepts of Form and Function

3.S.1.5.1. The student will be able to describe the relationship between shape and use. (573.05.a) 13
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1.6. Understand Scientific Inquiry and Develop Critical Thinking Skills

3.S.1.6.1. The student will be able to identify questions that can be answered by conducting scientific tests. (574.01.a) 25
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3.S.1.6.2. The student will be able to conduct scientific tests (574.01.b) 25
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3.S.1.6.3. The student will be able to use appropriate tools and techniques to gather and display data. (574.01.c)

3.S.1.6.4. The student will be able to use data to construct a reasonable explanation. (574.01.d) 25
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3.S.1.6.5. The student will be able to make simple predictions based on data. (574.01.e) 25
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3.S.1.6.6. The student will be able to identify logical alternative explanations. (574.01.f) 25
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3.S.1.6.7. The student will be able to communicate the results of tests to others. (574.01.g) 25
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1.7. Understand That Interpersonal Relationships Are Important in Scientific Endeavors

1.8. Understand Technical Communication

3.S.1.8.1. The student will be able to read and give multi-step instructions. (583.02.a) 25
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ID.2. Physical Science: Students use scientific instruments to describe the physical properties of the three states of matter.

2.1. Understand the Structure and Function of Matter and Molecules and Their Interactions

3.S.2.1.1. The student will be able to use instruments to measure properties. (575.01.a)

3.S.2.1.2. The student will be able to identify the physical properties of solids, liquids, and gases. (575.01.b) 4
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3.S.2.1.3. The student will be able to explain that heating and cooling can cause changes of state in common materials. (575.01.c) 3
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2.2. Understand Concepts of Motion and Forces

2.3. Understand the Total Energy in the Universe is Constant

3.S.2.3.1. The student will be able to identify potential and kinetic energy. (590.03.a) 13
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2.4. Understand the Structure of Atoms

2.5. Understand Chemical Reactions

ID.3. Biology: Students explore the diversity of plants and animals in their environments. Students demonstrate an understanding of food webs.

3.1. Understand the Theory of Biological Evolution

3.S.3.1.1. The student will be able to describe the adaptations of plants and animals to their environment. (577.01.a) 7
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3.2. Understand the Relationship between Matter and Energy in Living Systems

3.S.3.2.1. The student will be able to describe the energy needed for living systems to survive. (578.01.a) 15
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3.S.3.2.2. The student will be able to compare and contrast the energy requirements of plants and animals. (593.01.a) 15
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3.S.3.2.3. The student will be able to label a food chain that shows how organisms cooperate and compete in an ecosystem. (578.01.b) 15
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3.S.3.2.4. The student will be able to diagram the food web and explain how organisms both cooperate and compete in ecosystems. (593.01.b) 15
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3.3. Understand the Cell is the Basis of Form and Function for All Living Things

ID.4. Earth and Space Systems: Students explore the relationship between the sun and Earth.

4.1. Understand Scientific Theories of Origin and Subsequent Changes in the Universe and Earth Systems

3.S.4.1.1. The student will be able to explain the reasons for length of a day, the seasons, and the year on Earth. (594.01.a) 6
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4.2. Understand Geo-chemical Cycles and Energy in the Earth System

ID.5. Personal and Social Perspectives; Technology: Students identify local environmental issues. Students identify the relationship of tools to scientific investigation.

5.1. Understand Common Environmental Quality Issues, Both Natural and Human Induced

3.S.5.1.1. The student will be able to identify local environmental issues. (581.01.a) 27
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5.2. Understand the Relationship between Science and Technology

3.S.5.2.1. The student will be able to describe how technology helps develop tools. (580.01.a) 2
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3.S.5.2.2. The student will be able to describe the development of tools over time. (580.01.b) 4
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5.3. Understand the Importance of Natural Resources and the Need to Manage and Conserve Them

3.S.5.3.1. The student will be able to explain the concept of recycling. (581.03.a) 15
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