Elementary Curriculum for
First Grade - Science

Physical:  Properties

IV.1.e.1    Classify common objects and substances according to observable attributes:  color, size, shape, smell. 

IV.1.e.2  Identify properties of materials that make them useful.

IV.1.e.3  Identify forms of energy associated with common phenomena.

IV.3.e.1  Describe or compare motions of common objects in terms of speed and direction.

Life:  Life Cycles

III.2.e.3  Describe life cycles of familiar organisms. 

III.5.e.4  Describe positive and negative effects of humans on the environment. 

Earth:  Atmosphere and Weather

V.3.e.1   Describe weather conditions.

V.3.e.2  Describe seasonal changes in Michigan's weather.

Physical:  Light and Shadows

IV.4.e.3  Use prisms and filters with light sources to produce various colors of light.

IV.4.e.4  Explain how shadows are made.

Constructing New Scientific Knowledge 

I.1.e.1  Generate questions about the world, based on observation. 

I.1.e.2  Develop solutions to problems through reasoning, observation and investigations.

I.1.e.3  Manipulate simple devices that aid observation and data collection.

I.1.e.4  Use simple measurement devices to make metric measurements in scientific investigations.

I.1.e.5  Develop strategies and skills for information gathering and problem solving. 

I.1.e.6  Construct charts and graphs and prepare summaries of observations.

Reflecting on Scientific Knowledge

II.1.e.1  Develop an awareness of the need for evidence in making decisions scientifically.

II.1.e.2  Show how science concepts can be illustrated through creative expression such as language arts and fine arts.

II.1.e.3  Describe ways in which technology is used in everyday life.

II.1.e.4  Develop an awareness of and sensitivity to the natural world.

II.1.e.5  Develop an awareness of contributions made to science by people of diverse backgrounds and cultures.

Resources

• Earth:  (SF) Weather (BB)
  nonconsumable science materials (kit)
  (STC) unit kit – Air and Weather
• Life:  (SF) Growing and Changing (BB)
  (FOSS) unit kit – Insects
• Physical:  (SF) Light and Sound (BB)
  (Sch) Matter (st) kit
  (STC) Balancing and Weighing unit kit

L’Anse Creuse Science Resource Guide for First Grade