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K–12 Standards

K-2-ETS1 Engineering Design

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.

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    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.

Develop a simple sketch, drawing, or physical model to illustrate how the shape of an object helps it function Structure and Function The shape and stability of structures of natural and designed objects are related to their function(s). as needed to solve a given problem.K-2-ETS1-2.

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    Develop a simple sketch, drawing, or physical model to illustrate how the shape of an object helps it function Structure and Function The shape and stability of structures of natural and designed objects are related to their function(s). as needed to solve a given problem.K-2-ETS1-2.

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.

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    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.

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What grade levels do these standards cover?
Kindergarten, Grade 1, and Grade 2
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K-2-ETS1 Engineering Design

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