Common Planner
K–12 Standards

Science: Kindergarten

Other Indiana Early Learning Standards sets

Physical Science

  • 1

    Demonstrate ability to explore objects in the physical worldSC1.1

    1. a

      Plan and conduct an investigation to compare the effects of different strengths or different directions of pushes and pulls on the motion of an object. K-PS2-1

    2. b

      Analyze data to determine if a design solution works as intended to change the speed or direction of an object with a push or a pull.*K-PS2-2

  • 2

    Demonstrate awareness of the physical properties of objectsSC1.2

    1. a

      With guidance, collect and organize data into simple bar graphs, pictographs, and/or tables to identify patterns and make comparisons.K.DA.1

    2. b

      Plan and conduct an investigation to compare the effects of different strengths or different directions of pushes and pulls on the motion of an object.K-PS2-1

    3. c

      Analyze data to determine if a design solution works as intended to change the speed or direction of an object with a push or a pull.*K-PS2-2

Earth and Space Science

  • 1

    Recognize seasonal and weather related changesSC2.1

    1. a

      Make observations to determine the effect of sunlight on Earth’s surface. K-PS3-1

    2. b

      Use tools and materials provided to design and build a structure that will reduce the warming effect of sunlight on an area.K-PS3-2

    3. c

      Use and share observations of local weather conditions to describe patterns over time.* K-ESS2-1

Life Science

  • 1

    Demonstrate awareness of lifeSC3.1

    1. a

      Use observations to describe patterns of what plants and animals (including humans) need to survive. K-LS1-1

    2. b

      Use a model to represent the relationship between the needs of different plants and animals (including humans) and the places they live.* K-ESS3-1

  • 2

    Demonstrate awareness of the preservation, protection, and care of living creatures and plantsSC3.2

    1. a

      Use observations to describe patterns of what plants and animals (including humans) need to survive. K-LS1-1

    2. b

      Construct an argument supported by evidence for how plants and animals (including humans) can change the environment to meet their needs. K-ESS2-2

    3. c

      Use a model to represent the relationship between the needs of different plants and animals (including humans) and the places they live. K-ESS3-1

    4. d

      Communicate solutions that will reduce the impact of humans on the land, water, air, and/or other living things in the local environment. * K-ESS3-3

Engineering

  • 1

    Demonstrate engineering design skillsSC4.1

    1. a

      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-ETS1-1

    2. b

      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-ETS1-2

    3. c

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

Scientific Inquiry and Method

  • 1

    Demonstrate scientific curiositySC5.1

    1. a

      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-ETS1-1

    2. b

      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-ETS1-2

    3. c

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

Computational Thinking

  • 1

    Demonstrate decomposition of larger tasks into smaller stepsSC6.1

    1. a

      Breakdown and plan the order of the steps needed for a desired outcome to accomplish the goal. K-2.PA.1

    2. b

      Using age-appropriate vocabulary, explain steps taken and choices made to improve the design of a sequence.  K-2.PA.2

  • 2

    Demonstrate algorithmic thinking and debuggingSC6.2

    1. a

      Identify and fix (debug) errors in sequences and simple loops.K-2.PA.4

    2. b

      Model daily processes by creating and following algorithms (i.e., sets of step-by-step instructions) to complete tasks.K-2.PA.5

Frequently asked questions

What grade levels do these standards cover?
Kindergarten
Where can I read the official document?
Indiana Early Learning Standards

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