Pre K Science

Science 

Scientific Thinking -- Ask questions & make predictions based on observations through active engagement with materials

Tools & Technology

Earth & Space -- Observe and describe characteristics of earth and space

Living Things -- Observe and describe characteristics of living things

Physical Properties -- Acquire knowledge about the physical properties of the world 

Use senses to gather, explore, and interpret information.

Make predictions based on background knowledge, previous scientific exploration, and observations of objects and events in the world. 

Record and organize data using graphs, charts, science journals, etc. to communicate conclusions regarding experiments and explorations.

Use simple tools for investigation of the home, classroom and other familiar places.

Investigate and identify a variety of earth materials by their observable properties (e.g., soil, rocks, minerals).

Make simple observations of the characteristics and movements of the sun, moon, stars, and clouds.

Observe and discuss changes in weather and seasons using common weather related vocabulary.

Describe and identify the similarities, categories, and different structures of familiar plants and animals (Plants have roots, stems, leaves; animals have eyes, mouths, ears).

Observe, describe and compare the habitats of plants and animals.

 Describe and categorize objects based on their observable properties. 

 Demonstrate an awareness of changes that occur in their environment (e.g., freezing/melting, color mixing).

Observe, predict and describe how objects move and use common motion related vocabulary (e.g., straight, fast/slow, zigzag, up/down).