Kindergarten

Sixth Grade

K Engineering, Technology, and the Application of Science

K-2-ETS1-1
Define a Problem
Ask questions, make observations, and gather information about a situation people want to change to define a simple problem that can be solved through the development of a new or improved object or tool. 

K-2-ETS1-2
Develop Solutions
Develop a simple sketch, drawing, or physical model to illustrate how the shape of an object helps it function as needed to solve a given problem.

K-2-ETS1-3
Compare Solutions
Analyze data from tests of two objects designed to solve the same problem to compare the strengths and weaknesses of how each performs. 

6 Engineering, Technology, and the Application of Science

MS-ETS1-1
Define Engineering Problem
Define the criteria and constraints of a design problem with sufficient precision to ensure a successful solution. 

MS-ETS1-2
Evaluate Solutions
Evaluate competing design solutions using a systematic process to determine how well they meet the criteria and constraints of the problem. 

MS-ETS1-3
Optimize Solutions
Analyze data from tests to determine similarities and differences among several design solutions to identify the best characteristics of each that can be combined into a new solution. 

MS-ETS1-4
Test and Refine
Develop a model to generate data for iterative testing and modification of a proposed object, tool, or process so that an optimal design can be achieved. 

Grade K Science Framework for CA Public Schools 

Grade 6 Science Framework for CA Public Schools 

First Grade

Seventh Grade

1 Engineering, Technology, and the Application of Science

K-2-ETS1-1
Define a Problem
Ask questions, make observations, and gather information about a situation people want to change to define a simple problem that can be solved through the development of a new or improved object or tool. 

K-2-ETS1-2
Develop Solutions
Develop a simple sketch, drawing, or physical model to illustrate how the shape of an object helps it function as needed to solve a given problem.

K-2-ETS1-3
Compare Solutions
Analyze data from tests of two objects designed to solve the same problem to compare the strengths and weaknesses of how each performs. 

7 Engineering, Technology, and the Application of Science

MS-ETS1-1
Define Engineering Problem
Define the criteria and constraints of a design problem with sufficient precision to ensure a successful solution. 

MS-ETS1-2
Evaluate Solutions
Evaluate competing design solutions using a systematic process to determine how well they meet the criteria and constraints of the problem. 

MS-ETS1-3
Optimize Solutions
Analyze data from tests to determine similarities and differences among several design solutions to identify the best characteristics of each that can be combined into a new solution. 

MS-ETS1-4
Test and Refine
Develop a model to generate data for iterative testing and modification of a proposed object, tool, or process so that an optimal design can be achieved. 

Grade 1 Science Framework for CA Public Schools 

Grade 7 Science Framework for CA Public Schools 

2 Engineering, Technology, and the Application of Science

K-2-ETS1-1
Define a Problem
Ask questions, make observations, and gather information about a situation people want to change to define a simple problem that can be solved through the development of a new or improved object or tool. 

K-2-ETS1-2
Develop Solutions
Develop a simple sketch, drawing, or physical model to illustrate how the shape of an object helps it function as needed to solve a given problem.

K-2-ETS1-3
Compare Solutions
Analyze data from tests of two objects designed to solve the same problem to compare the strengths and weaknesses of how each performs. 

8 Engineering, Technology, and the Application of Science

MS-ETS1-1
Define Engineering Problem
Define the criteria and constraints of a design problem with sufficient precision to ensure a successful solution. 

MS-ETS1-2
Evaluate Solutions
Evaluate competing design solutions using a systematic process to determine how well they meet the criteria and constraints of the problem. 

MS-ETS1-3
Optimize Solutions
Analyze data from tests to determine similarities and differences among several design solutions to identify the best characteristics of each that can be combined into a new solution. 

MS-ETS1-4
Test and Refine
Develop a model to generate data for iterative testing and modification of a proposed object, tool, or process so that an optimal design can be achieved. 

Grade 2 Science Framework for CA Public Schools 

Grade 8 Science Framework for CA Public Schools 

Third Grade

Biology - 9th

3 Engineering, Technology, and the Application of Science

3-5-ETS1-1
Define a Problem
Define a simple design problem reflecting a need or a want that includes specified criteria for success and constraints on materials, time, or cost. 

3-5-ETS1-2
Develop Solutions
Generate and compare multiple possible solutions to a problem based on how well each is likely to meet the criteria and constraints of the problem.

3-5-ETS1-3
Test & Improve
Plan and carry out fair tests in which variables are controlled and failure points are considered to identify aspects of a model or prototype that can be improved.

9 Engineering, Technology, and the Application of Science

HS-ETS1-1
Define Design Problem
Analyze a major global challenge to specify qualitative and quantitative criteria and constraints for solutions.

HS-EST1-2
Compare Solutions
Design a solution to a complex real-world problem by breaking it down into smaller, more manageable problems. 

HS-ETS1-3
Evaluate & Refine
Evaluate a solution to a complex real-world problem based on prioritized criteria and trade-offs that account for various constraints. 

HS-ETS1-4
Test & Optimize
Use a computer simulation to model the impact of a proposed solution to a complex real-world problem. 

Grade 3 Science Framework for CA Public Schools 

Grade 9 Science Framework for CA Public Schools 

Fourth Grade

Chemistry - 10th

4 Engineering, Technology, and the Application of Science

3-5-ETS1-1
Define a Problem
Define a simple design problem reflecting a need or a want that includes specified criteria for success and constraints on materials, time, or cost. 

3-5-ETS1-2
Develop Solutions
Generate and compare multiple possible solutions to a problem based on how well each is likely to meet the criteria and constraints of the problem.

3-5-ETS1-3
Test & Improve
Plan and carry out fair tests in which variables are controlled and failure points are considered to identify aspects of a model or prototype that can be improved.

10 Engineering, Technology, and the Application of Science

HS-ETS1-1
Define Design Problem
Analyze a major global challenge to specify qualitative and quantitative criteria and constraints for solutions.

HS-EST1-2
Compare Solutions
Design a solution to a complex real-world problem by breaking it down into smaller, more manageable problems. 

HS-ETS1-3
Evaluate & Refine
Evaluate a solution to a complex real-world problem based on prioritized criteria and trade-offs that account for various constraints. 

HS-ETS1-4
Test & Optimize
Use a computer simulation to model the impact of a proposed solution to a complex real-world problem. 

Grade 4 Science Framework for CA Public Schools 

Grade 10 Science Framework for CA Public Schools 

Fifth Grade

Physics - 11th

5 Engineering, Technology, and the Application of Science

3-5-ETS1-1
Define a Problem
Define a simple design problem reflecting a need or a want that includes specified criteria for success and constraints on materials, time, or cost. 

3-5-ETS1-2
Develop Solutions
Generate and compare multiple possible solutions to a problem based on how well each is likely to meet the criteria and constraints of the problem.

3-5-ETS1-3
Test & Improve
Plan and carry out fair tests in which variables are controlled and failure points are considered to identify aspects of a model or prototype that can be improved.

11 Engineering, Technology, and the Application of Science

HS-ETS1-1
Define Design Problem
Analyze a major global challenge to specify qualitative and quantitative criteria and constraints for solutions.

HS-EST1-2
Compare Solutions
Design a solution to a complex real-world problem by breaking it down into smaller, more manageable problems. 

HS-ETS1-3
Evaluate & Refine
Evaluate a solution to a complex real-world problem based on prioritized criteria and trade-offs that account for various constraints. 

HS-ETS1-4
Test & Optimize
Use a computer simulation to model the impact of a proposed solution to a complex real-world problem. 

Grade 5 Science Framework for CA Public Schools 

Grade 11 Science Framework for CA Public Schools