Idaho State Standards for Science: Kindergarten

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ID.1. Nature of Science: Students explore the process of scientific investigation through observations and collection of data over time. Students follow instructions and work with others.

1.1. Understand Systems, Order, and Organization

1.2. Understand Concepts and Processes of Evidence, Models, and Explanations

K.S.1.2.1. The student will be able to make observations and collect data. (528.01.a) 14
Suggested Titles for Idaho Science State Standard K.S.1.2.1.

1.3. Understand Constancy, Change, and Measurement

K.S.1.3.1. The student will be able to measure in non-standard units. (528.02.b) 39
Suggested Titles for Idaho Science State Standard K.S.1.3.1.

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

K.S.1.4.1. The student will be able to apply the concepts of yesterday, today, and tomorrow. (528.03.a) 4
Suggested Titles for Idaho Science State Standard K.S.1.4.1.

1.5. Understand Concepts of Form and Function

1.6. Understand Scientific Inquiry and Develop Critical Thinking Skills

K.S.1.6.1. The student will be able to make observations. (529.01.a) 14
Suggested Titles for Idaho Science State Standard K.S.1.6.1.

1.7. Understand That Interpersonal Relationships Are Important in Scientific Endeavors

K.S.1.7.1. The student will be able to use cooperation and interaction skills. (538.01.a) 6
Suggested Titles for Idaho Science State Standard K.S.1.7.1.

1.8. Understand Technical Communication

K.S.1.8.1. The student will be able to follow instructions. (538.02.a) 13
Suggested Titles for Idaho Science State Standard K.S.1.8.1.

ID.2. Physical Science: Students use their senses to investigate the organizational patterns in the world around them and describe a variety of objects.

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

K.S.2.1.1. The student will be able to use senses to describe matter. (530.01.a) 37
Suggested Titles for Idaho Science State Standard K.S.2.1.1.

2.2. Understand Concepts of Motion and Forces

2.3. Understand the Total Energy in the Universe is Constant

2.4. Understand the Structure of Atoms

2.5. Understand Chemical Reactions

ID.3. Biology: Students observe plants and animals and describe their characteristics.

3.1. Understand the Theory of Biological Evolution

K.S.3.1.1. The student will be able to observe and describe the characteristics of plants and animals. (532.01.a) 4
Suggested Titles for Idaho Science State Standard K.S.3.1.1.

3.2. Understand the Relationship between Matter and Energy in Living Systems

K.S.3.2.1. The student will be able to describe the difference between living and non-living things. (533.01.a) 10
Suggested Titles for Idaho Science State Standard K.S.3.2.1.

3.3. Understand the Cell is the Basis of Form and Function for All Living Things

ID.4. Earth and Space Systems: Students make and describe observations of seasonal changes.

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

K.S.4.1.1. The student will be able to name the four seasons. (534.01.a) 30
Suggested Titles for Idaho Science State Standard K.S.4.1.1.

K.S.4.1.2. The student will be able to place the four seasons in order. (534.01.a) 30
Suggested Titles for Idaho Science State Standard K.S.4.1.2.

4.2. Understand Geo-chemical Cycles and Energy in the Earth System

ID.5. Personal and Social Perspectives; Technology: Students describe local environments.

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

K.S.5.1.1. The student will be able to describe characteristics of a man-made environment (home, school...). (536.01.a) 4
Suggested Titles for Idaho Science State Standard K.S.5.1.1.

5.2. Understand the Relationship between Science and Technology

5.3. Understand the Importance of Natural Resources and the Need to Manage and Conserve Them

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