Common Planner
K–12 Standards

Grade 2

Other Virginia Science sets

Scientific and Engineering Practices

  • 1.

    The student will demonstrate an understanding of scientific and engineering practices by2.1

    1. a.

      asking questions and defining problems2.1.a

      1. i.

        ask questions that can be investigated2.1.a.i

      2. ii.

        make predictions based on observations and prior experiences2.1.a.ii

      3. iii.

        identify a simple problem that can be solved through the development of a new tool or improved object2.1.a.iii

    2. b.

      planning and carrying out investigations2.1.b

      1. i.

        with guidance, plan and conduct simple investigations to produce data2.1.b.i

      2. ii.

        use appropriate tools to measure length, weight, and temperature of common objects using U.S. Customary units2.1.b.ii

      3. iii.

        measure time intervals using proper tools2.1.b.iii

    3. c.

      interpreting, analyzing, and evaluating data2.1.c

      1. i.

        organize and represent data in pictographs and bar graphs2.1.c.i

      2. ii.

        read and interpret data represented in pictographs and bar graphs2.1.c.ii

    4. d.

      constructing and critiquing conclusions and explanations2.1.d

      1. i.

        make simple conclusions based on data or observations2.1.d.i

      2. ii.

        distinguish between opinion and evidence2.1.d.ii

      3. iii.

        recognize unusual or unexpected results2.1.d.iii

    5. e.

      developing and using models2.1.e

      1. i.

        use models to demonstrate simple phenomena and natural processes2.1.e.i

    6. f.

      obtaining, evaluating, and communicating information2.1.f

      1. i.

        communicate observations and data using simple graphs, drawings, numbers, speech, and/or writing2.1.f.i

Force, Motion, and Energy

  • 2.

    The student will investigate and understand that different types of forces may cause an object's motion to change. Key ideas include2.2

  • a.

    forces from direct contact can cause an object to move;2.2.a

  • b.

    some forces, including gravity and magnetism, can cause objects to move from a distance; and2.2.b

  • c.

    forces have applications in our lives.2.2.c

Matter

  • 3.

    The student will investigate and understand that matter can exist in different phases. Key ideas include2.3

  • a.

    matter has mass and takes up space;2.3.a

  • b.

    solids, liquids, and gases have different characteristics; and2.3.b

  • c.

    heating and cooling can change the phases of matter.2.3.c

Living Systems and Processes

  • 4.

    The student will investigate and understand that plants and animals undergo a series of orderly changes as they grow and develop. Key ideas include2.4

  • a.

    animals have life cycles; and2.4.a

  • b.

    plants have life cycles.2.4.b

  • 5.

    The student will investigate and understand that living things are part of a system. Key ideas include2.5

  • a.

    plants and animals are interdependent with their living and nonliving surroundings;2.5.a

  • b.

    an animal's habitat provides all of its basic needs; and2.5.b

  • c.

    habitats change over time due to many influences.2.5.c

Earth and Space Systems

  • 6.

    The student will investigate and understand that there are different types of weather on Earth. Key ideas include2.6

  • a.

    different types of weather have specific characteristics;2.6.a

  • b.

    measuring, recording, and interpreting weather data allows for identification of weather patterns; and2.6.b

  • c.

    tracking weather allows us to prepare for the weather and storms.2.6.c

  • 7.

    The student will investigate and understand that weather patterns and seasonal changes affect plants, animals, and their surroundings. Key ideas include2.7

  • a.

    weather and seasonal changes affect the growth and behavior of living things;2.7.a

  • b.

    wind and weather can change the land; and2.7.b

  • c.

    changes can happen quickly or slowly over time.2.7.c

Earth Resources

  • 8.

    The student will investigate and understand that plants are important natural resources. Key ideas include2.8

  • a.

    the availability of plant products affects the development of a geographic area;2.8.a

  • b.

    plants provide oxygen, homes, and food for many animals; and2.8.b

  • c.

    plants can help reduce the impact of wind and water.2.8.c

Frequently asked questions

What grade levels do these standards cover?
Grade 2
When were these standards adopted?
2018
Where can I read the official document?
Virginia Science Standards of Learning

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