1st Grade Standards

Physical Sciences

PS.1.1 Understand how forces (pushes or pulls) affect the motion of an object.

• PS.1.1.1 Use models to explain the effect of a push or pull on the motion of an object, with or without contact.

• PS.1.1.2 Carry out investigations to compare the effects of a given force on the motion of an object.

Life Sciences

LS.1.1 Understand the basic needs of a variety of plants and animals in different ecosystems.

• ​​LS.1.1.1 Obtain, evaluate and communicate information to summarize the needs of different plants and animals.

• LS.1.1.2 Analyze and interpret data to compare how the needs of plants and animals can be met in different environments.

Earth Sciences

ESS.1.1 Recognize the features and patterns of the earth/moon/sun system as observed from Earth.

• ESS.1.1.1 Use models to recognize differences in the features of the day and night sky and apparent movement of objects across the sky as observed from Earth.

• ESS.1.1.2 Analyze and interpret data to recognize patterns of observable changes in the moon’s appearance from day to day.

ESS.1.2 Understand the physical properties of Earth materials.

• ESS.1.2.1 Obtain, evaluate and communicate information to summarize the physical properties of Earth materials, including rocks, minerals, soils, and water.

• ESS.1.2.2 Carry out investigations to compare the properties of different soil samples from local places relating their

• capacity to retain water, provide nutrients, and support the growth of plants.

ESS.1.3 Understand that natural resources are important to humans.

• ESS.1.3.1 Obtain, evaluate and communicate information to summarize ways in which humans use natural resources.

• ESS.1.3.2 Engage in argument from evidence to explain ways that humans can protect natural resources in the environment.