Motion and Stability: Forces and Interactions

  • SES-3-PS2-1.

    Demonstrate how the direction, or speed, of an object will change due to an outside force.SES-3-PS2-1

  • SES-3-PS2-2.

    Make observations about the pattern(s) of an objects motion to predict future motion.SES-3-PS2-2

  • SES-3-PS2-3.

    Demonstrate the effects of a magnetic, or electric, interaction between two objects not in contact with each other.SES-3-PS2-3

  • SES-3-PS2-4.

    Given a simple design problem, explore ways to solve the problem using magnets.SES-3-PS2-4

From Molecules to Organisms: Structures & Processes

  • SES-3-LS1-1.

    Use a model to demonstrate the life cycle of an organism.SES-3-LS1-1

Ecosystems: Interactions, Energy, and Dynamics

  • SES-3-LS2-1.

    Use a model to demonstrate that some animals form groups.SES-3-LS2-1

Heredity: Inheritance and Variation of Traits

  • SES-3-LS3-1.

    Use evidence to show how offspring inherit physical traits that resemble those of their parents.SES-3-LS3-1

  • SES-3-LS3-2.

    Make observations about how an organism's observable traits can be influenced by the environment.SES-3-LS3-2

Biological Evolution: Unity & Diversity

  • SES-3-LS4-1.

    Identify fossils as the remains of plants and animals that lived long ago.SES-3-LS4-1

  • SES-3-LS4-2.

    Use models to identify characteristics that help organisms survive.SES-3-LS4-2

  • SES-3-LS4-3.

    Determine whether or not an organism is able to survive in a given environment.SES-3-LS4-3

  • SES-3-LS4-4.

    Identify what happens to organisms when there is a major environmental change.SES-3-LS4-4

Earth's Systems

  • SES-3-ESS2-1.

    Use a model to communicate typical weather conditions expected during a particular season.SES-3-ESS2-1

  • SES-3-ESS2-2.

    Describe the local climate.SES-3-ESS2-2

Earth and Human Activity

  • SES-3-ESS3-1.

    Communicate a solution that reduces the impacts of weather.SES-3-ESS3-1

Engineering, Technology, & Applications of Science

  • SES-3-5-ETS1-1.

    Given a solution to a simple design problem, students are able to identify materials needed to solve a simple design problem, provided a variety of materials.SES-3-5-ETS1-1

  • SES-3-5-ETS1-2.

    Generate more than one possible solution to a problem.SES-3-5-ETS1-2

  • SES-3-5-ETS1-3.

    Determine whether or not an engineering design product meets criteria, and communicate failure point(s).SES-3-5-ETS1-3

Frequently asked questions

What grade levels do these standards cover?
Grade 3
When were these standards adopted?
2018