Motion and Stability: Forces and Interactions

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    Changes in Motion

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    Cause and Effect

    1. 1

      Plan and carry out investigations to determine the effects of forces of different strengths and directions on the motion of an object, including speed, direction, and distance traveled.K.1

    2. 2

      Analyze data from investigations to determine whether a design solution provides sufficient force to change the speed or direction of an object.K.2

Ecosystems: Interactions, Energy, and Dynamics

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    Structures and Processes

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    Patterns

    1. 3

      Use data from observations to distinguish characteristics of living and nonliving things.K.3

    2. 4

      Use observations to determine patterns of what plants and animals (including humans) need to survive, including light, water, and nutrients.K.4

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    Interdependent Relationships 

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    Systems and System Models

    1. 5

      Gather information from observations and media to explain how plants and animals can provide for their needs by changing their environment.K.5

    2. 6

      Use models of natural habitats to represent the interdependence among plants and animals native to their community.K.6

Earth’s Systems

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    Energy Transfer

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    Cause and Effect

    1. 7

      Make observations and describe the effects of sunlight on Earth’s surface.K.7

    2. 8

      Design, construct, and test a device to reduce the effects of sunlight.K.8

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    Weather

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    Patterns

    1. 9

      Observe, record, and communicate local weather patterns over a period of time.K.9

    2. 10

      Obtain, evaluate, and communicate information about using weather forecasts to make plans and prepare for severe weather.K.10

Earth and Human Activity

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    Human Impact 

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    Cause and Effect

    1. 11

      Identify a problem and design possible solutions that lessen the human impact on the local environment.K.11

Frequently asked questions

What grade levels do these standards cover?
Kindergarten
Where can I read the official document?
Alabama Course of Study: Science