Science (NGSS)

• 3-PS2-3: Ask questions to determine cause and effect relationships of electric or magnetic interactions.

• 4-PS3-2: Make observations to provide evidence that energy can be transferred from place to place by electric currents.

• 5-PS1-3: Make observations and measurements to identify materials based on their properties (conductors vs. insulators).

• Science Practices: Planning and carrying out investigations, analyzing and interpreting data

• Crosscutting Concepts: Energy and Matter; Cause and Effect
  
  

Math (CCSS-M)

• K.MD.1–2: Describe measurable attributes (e.g., comparing properties like dry vs. wet).

• 2.MD.10 / 3.MD.3: Collect and represent data (e.g., record which materials conducted electricity).
  
  

English Language Arts (CCSS-ELA)

• RI.3–5.3: Follow procedural texts and understand sequences in scientific processes (video instructions).

• W.3–5.7: Conduct short research or hands-on investigation to learn about conductivity.

• SL.K–5.1: Participate in collaborative discussions to share investigation findings.
  
  

Technology (ISTE Standards for Students)

• 1.1 Empowered Learner: Use video tutorials to guide independent work.

• 1.4 Innovative Designer: Students explore and test open/closed circuit designs using Makey Makey.

• 1.5 Computational Thinker: Collect data and test different materials systematically.

• 1.6 Creative Communicator: Communicate findings using diagrams or digital tools (optional).