Content Standard: J . Inquiry and Problem solving
Students will apply inquiry and problem-solving approaches in science and technology.
Common Assessment(s):

Performance Indicators Students will be able to:	Essential Elements (Specific grade level learning objectives)	Suggested Performance Activities	Suggested Classroom Assessments	Vocabulary
1. Make accurate observations using appropriate tools and units of measure.	Students will be able to use standard and nonstandard units of measure. Students will know how to record measurements. Students will be able to read and write numerals to 20. Students will understand why we use a thermometer, clock, balance, ruler and hand lens.	McGraw-Hill Science: Handbook: How to Measure Units of measurement R8, Use a ruler R910, Use a thermometer R12-13, Use a balance R15, Use a clock R16, Use a hand lens R17	Use closing assessments at the end of each activity in the handbook.	Tools (standard and Nonstandard) Ruler Thermometer Scale Balance Clock Hand lens Magnifying glass Experiment Gather information
2. Ask questions and propose strategies and materials to use in seeking answers to questions.	Students will understand the difference between a statement and a question.	Play 20 questions. Put items in a box. Teachers will emphasize the difference between asking a question and giving an answer.	Ongoing observation of student responses.	Strategies Process Materials Focus Procedure Question Answer
3. Use results in a purposeful way, which includes making predictions based on patterns they have observed.	The student will know how to make a prediction, and understand Cause and Effect. The student will understand what a pattern is.	Tell what would happen if…activity McGraw-Hill Science: P. T R90 Liquid Races extended activity.	Draw what happens when a plant doesn't get water or sunlight. Draw your prediction of what would happen to a tree that didn't get water.	Results Pattern Prediction Observed Draw Record Plan