Teaching Science in 3D
This document outlines and defines each of the three dimensions of our science performance expectations (PEs); science and engineering practices (SEPs), crosscutting concepts (CCC), and disciplinary core ideas (DCIs). Links to resources and PEs directly related to each practice and concept are included. This document is intended to assist teachers in planning science instruction that addresses all three dimensions of our science standards.
Read Works Next Generation Science Standards Connections - Use this site to find ReadWorks passages with ties to Next Generation Science standards for each grade Level.
The Wonder of Science has a wealth of resources on Next Generation Science Standards. Some of our favorites include:
Graphics and Tools - especially posters and planning cards
These K-5 printable CCC cards from St Clair County Regional Educational Service Agency in Marysville, MI can be used by teachers when planning and/or help deepen teacher understanding of the crosscutting concepts. This slide deck offers guidance on how to use the cards.
These printable SEP cards from St Clair County Regional Educational Service Agency in Marysville, MI can be used by teachers when planning and/or help deepen teacher understanding of the crosscutting concepts. This slide deck offers guidance on how to use the cards.
Next Generation Science Standards Interactive Read Alouds: A comprehensive list of children’s literature aligned to the NGSS standards
This book list is organized by grade level and performance expectation for K-5th grade.
You can also find NGSS Collections for K-5 from Scholastic and BookSource.
Visit SC DoE Science Instructional Resources to find:
Vertical Articulation Docs
Performance Targets
Content Connections between 2014 and 2021 standards
Graphic Organizers for the Science and Engineering Practices
Professiona Learning Playlist on the SC CCR and Next Gen Science Standards .