Common Planner
K–12 Standards

Science

Other Nevada Pre-Kindergarten sets

Demonstrate the ability to use senses and tools to explore, make observations, and make predictions.S.EO

  • 1

    Use smell, touch, sight, sound, and taste to make observations.S.EO.PK1

  • 2

    Use tools to observe and describe objects, the environment, and processes. S.EO.PK2

  • 3

    Use observations and information to notice patterns, create groups based on similarities/ differences observed, and/ or make predictions. S.EO.PK3

  • 4

    Make predictions using prior knowledge and experience.S.EO.PK4

Demonstrate the ability to use information gathered in different ways to conduct investigations. S.SI

  • 1

    Show curiosity and ask questions about things they are interested in that can be answered through an investigation.S.SI.PK1

  • 2

    Describe some of the steps and/or materials needed for an investigation or experiment.S.SI.PK2

  • 3

    Conduct simple investigations and gather information through observations to see what happens. S.SI.PK3

Demonstrate the ability to describe, analyze, and draw conclusions about the outcome of an investigation. S.AC

  • 1

    Analyze observations from an investigation to develop an explanation or conclusion.S.AC.PK1

  • 2

    Describe possible cause and effect relationships from observation or prior knowledge.S.AC.PK2

Demonstrate the ability to communicate about observations, investigations, and outcomes.S.SC

  • 1

    Create pictures, diagrams, or 3D models to represent plans for an investigation.S.SC.PK1

  • 2

    Illustrate or describe observations, results, and conclusions or explanations from an investigation or science-related activities. S.SC.PK2

  • 3

    Use scientific content words during scientific inquiry and investigation. S.SC.PK3

  • 4

    Use adjectives and scientific words to describe objects, materials, organisms, events, and processes. S.SC.PK4

Frequently asked questions

What grade levels do these standards cover?
PRE-K
Where can I read the official document?
Nevada Pre-Kindergarten Standards, Revised 2023

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