Teaching science through the integration of science content, science and engineering practices, and recurring themes and concepts involves engaging students in sense-making and exploring phenomena to help them understand and apply scientific principles in real-world contexts.
TEKS Side-By-Side Doc (prev 2017, new 2020)
Science and Engineering Practices: TEKS 1 - 4
Content: TEKS 5 - 9
(K-8, Bio, Chem, Physics, IPC) - interactive site published by TEA to unpack standards and analyze alignment; includes key terms, alignment with recurring themes and concepts, and more!
Lead4ward TEKS Side-By-Side Doc
Unpacking the Standards, SEPs, RTCs, Blooms, and Rooted in the Real World