Grade 2
Grade 2
Physical Science
- 2-PS1-1.
Plan and conduct an investigation to describe and classify different kinds of materials by their observable properties.2-PS1-1
- 2-SEPS1-1.
Planning and Carrying Out Investigations - Plan and conduct an investigation collaboratively in order to produce data to serve as the basis for evidence to answer a question.2-SEPS1-1
- A1.
Structure and Properties of Matter - Different kinds of matter exist and many of them can be either solid or liquid, depending on temperature. Matter can be described and classified by its observable properties.2-DCI.PS1.A1
- PS1-1.
Patterns - Patterns in the natural and human-designed world can be observed.2-CC.PS1-1
- 2-PS1-2.
Analyze data obtained from testing different materials to determine which materials have the properties that are best suited for an intended purpose.2-PS1-2
- 2-SEPS1-2.
Analyzing and Interpreting Data - Analyze data from tests of an object or tool to determine if it works as intended.2-SEPS1-2
- A2.
Structure and Properties of Matter - Different properties are suited to different purposes.2-DCI.PS1.A2
- PS1-2.
Cause and Effect - Simple tests can be designed to gather evidence to support or refute student ideas about causes.2-CC.PS1-2
- 2-PS1-3.
Make observations to construct an evidence-based account of how an object made of a small set of pieces can be disassembled and made into a new object.2-PS1-3
- 2-SEPS1-3.
Constructing Explanations and Designing Solutions - Make observations (firsthand or from media) to construct an evidence-based account for natural phenomena.2-SEPS1-3
- A3.
Structure and Properties of Matter - Different properties are suited to different purposes. A great variety of objects can be built up from a small set of pieces.2-DCI.PS1.A3
- PS1-3.
Energy and Matter - Objects may break into smaller pieces and be put together into larger pieces, or they may change shape.2-CC.PS1-3
- 2-PS1-4.
Construct an argument with evidence that some changes caused by heating or cooling can be reversed and some cannot.2-PS1-4
- 2-SEPS1-4.
Engaging in Argument from Evidence - Construct an argument with evidence to support a claim.2-SEPS1-4
- B4.
Chemical Reactions - Heating or cooling a substance may cause changes that can be observed. Sometimes these changes are reversible, and sometimes they are not.2-DCI.PS1.B4
- PS1-4.
Cause and Effect - Events have causes that generate observable patterns.2-CC.PS1-4
- 2-PS1-1.
Life Science
- 2-LS2-1.
Plan and conduct an investigation to determine if plants need sunlight and water to grow.2-LS2-1
- 2-SEPLS2-1.
Planning and Carrying Out Investigations - Plan and conduct an investigation collaboratively in order to produce data to serve as the basis for evidence to answer a question.2-SEPLS2-1
- A1.
Interdependent Relationships in Ecosystems - Plants depend on water and light to grow.2-DCI.LS2.A1
- LS2-1.
Cause and Effect - Events have causes that generate observable patterns.2-CC.LS2-1
- 2-LS2-2.
Develop a simple model that mimics the function of an animal in dispersing seeds or pollinating plants.2-LS2-2
- 2-SEPLS2-2.
Developing and Using Models - Develop a simple model based on evidence to represent a proposed object or tool.2-SEPLS2-2
- A2.
Interdependent Relationships in Ecosystems - Plants depend on animals for pollination or to move their seeds around.2-DCI.LS2.A2
- B2.
Developing Possible Solutions - Designs can be conveyed through sketches, drawings, or physical models. These representations are useful in communicating ideas for a problem's solutions to other people.2-DCI.ETS1.B2
- LS2-2.
Structure and Function - The shape and stability of structures of natural and designed objects are related to their function(s).2-CC.LS2-2
- 2-LS4-1.
Make observations of plants and animals to compare the diversity of life in different habitats.2-LS4-1
- 2-SEPLS4-1.
Planning and Carrying Out Investigations - Make observations (firsthand or from media) to collect data that can be used to make comparisons.2-SEPLS4-1
- D1.
Biodiversity and Humans - There are many different kinds of living things in any area, and they exist in different places on land and in water.2-DCI.LS4.D1
- LS4-1.
Patterns - Patterns in the natural world can be observed.2-CC.LS4-1
- 2-LS2-1.
Earth and Space Science
- 2-ESS1-1.
Use information from several sources to provide evidence that Earth events can occur quickly or slowly.2-ESS1-1
- 2-SEPESS1-1.
Constructing Explanations and Designing Solutions - Make observations from several sources to construct an evidence-based account for natural phenomena.2-SEPESS1-1
- C1.
The History of Planet Earth - Some events happen very quickly; others occur very slowly, over a time period much longer than one can observe.2-DCI.ESS1.C1
- ESS1-1.
Stability and Change - Things may change slowly or rapidly.2-CC.ESS1-1
- 2-ESS2-1.
Compare multiple solutions designed to slow or prevent wind or water from changing the shape of the land.2-ESS2-1
- 2-SEPESS2-1.
Constructing Explanations and Designing Solutions - Compare multiple solutions to a problem.2-SEPESS2-1
- A1.
Earth Materials and Systems - Wind and water can change the shape of the land.2-DCI.ESS2.A1
- C1.
Optimizing the Design Solution - Because there is always more than one possible solution to a problem, it is useful to compare and test designs.2-DCI.ETS2.C1
- ESS2-1.
Stability and Change - Things may change slowly or rapidly.2-CC.ESS2-1
- 2-ESS2-2.
Develop a model to represent the shapes and kinds of land and bodies of water in an area.2-ESS2-2
- 2-SEPESS1-2.
Developing and Using Models - Develop a model to represent patterns in the natural world.2-SEPESS1-2
- B2.
Plate Tectonics and Large-Scale System Interactions - Maps show where things are located. One can map the shapes and kinds of land and water in any area.2-DCI.ESS2.B2
- ESS2-2.
Patterns - Patterns in the natural world can be observed.2-CC.ESS2-2
- 2-ESS2-3.
Obtain information to identify where water is found on Earth and that it can be solid or liquid.2-ESS2-3
- 2-SEPESS2-3.
Obtaining, Evaluating, and Communicating Information - Obtain information using various texts, text features (e.g., headings, tables of contents, glossaries, electronic menus, icons), and other media that will be useful in answering a scientific question.2-SEPESS2-3
- C3.
The Roles of Water in Earth's Surface Processes - Water is found in oceans, rivers, lakes, and ponds. Water exists as solid ice and in liquid form.2-DCI.ESS2.C3
- ESS2-3.
Patterns - Patterns in the natural world can be observed.2-CC.ESS2-3
- 2-ESS1-1.
K-2 Engineering Design
- K-2-ETS1-1.
Ask questions, make observations, and gather information about a situation that 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
- K2-SEPETS1-1.
Asking Questions and Defining Problems - Ask questions based on observations to find more information about the natural and/or designed world(s). Define a simple problem that can be solved through the development of a new or improved object or tool.K2-SEPETS1-1
- A1.
Defining and Delimiting Engineering Problems - A situation that people want to change or create can be approached as a problem to be solved through engineering. Asking questions, making observations, and gathering information are helpful in thinking about problems. Before beginning to design a solution, it is important to clearly understand the problem.K2-DCI.ETS1.A1
- K-2-ETS1-2.
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
- K2-SEPETS1-2.
Developing and Using Models - Develop a simple model based on evidence to represent a proposed object or tool.K2-SEPETS1-2
- B2.
Developing Possible Solutions - Designs can be conveyed through sketches, drawings, or physical models. These representations are useful in communicating ideas for a problem's solutions to other people.K2-DCI.ETS1.B2
- ETS1-2.
Structure and Function - The shape and stability of structures of natural and designed objects are related to their function(s).K2-CC.ETS1-2
- K-2-ETS1-3.
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
- K2-SEPETS1-3.
Analyzing and Interpreting Data - Analyze data from tests of an object or tool to determine if it works as intended.K2-SEPETS1-3
- C3.
Optimizing the Design Solution - Because there is always more than one possible solution to a problem, it is useful to compare and test designs.K2-CC.ETS1.C3
Frequently asked questions
- What grade levels do these standards cover?
- Grade 2
- When were these standards adopted?
- 2022
- Where can I read the official document?
- Kentucky Academic Standards: Science
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