Texas K Science TEKS
39 Standards
K.1(A)
6 LessonsAsk questions and define problems based on observations or information from text, phenomena, models, or investigations.
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K.1(B)
6 LessonsUse scientific practices to plan and conduct simple descriptive investigations and use engineering practices to design solutions to problems.
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K.1(C)
Identify, describe, and demonstrate safe practices during classroom and field investigations as outlined in Texas Education Agency-approved safety standards.
K.1(D)
Use tools (e.g., hand lenses, goggles) to observe, measure, test, and compare.
K.1(E)
1 LessonCollect observations and measurements as evidence.
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K.1(F)
Record and organize data using pictures, numbers, words, symbols, and simple graphs.
K.1(G)
4 LessonsDevelop and use models to represent phenomena, objects, and processes or design a prototype for a solution to a problem.
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K.2(A)
Identify basic advantages and limitations of models such as their size, properties, and materials.
K.2(B)
1 LessonAnalyze data by identifying significant features and patterns.
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K.2(C)
3 LessonsUse mathematical concepts to compare two objects with common attributes.
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K.2(D)
3 LessonsEvaluate a design or object using criteria to determine if it works as intended.
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K.3(A)
3 LessonsDevelop explanations and propose solutions supported by data and models.
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K.3(B)
Communicate explanations and solutions individually and collaboratively in a variety of settings and formats.
K.3(C)
Listen actively to others' explanations to identify important evidence and engage respectfully in scientific discussion.
K.4(A)
4 LessonsExplain how science or an innovation can help others.
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K.4(B)
Identify scientists and engineers (e.g., Isaac Newton, Mae Jemison) and explore their roles.
K.5(A)
3 LessonsIdentify and use patterns to describe phenomena or design solutions.
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K.5(B)
4 LessonsInvestigate and predict cause-and-effect relationships in science.
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K.5(C)
1 LessonDescribe the properties of objects in terms of relative size (scale) and relative quantity.
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K.5(D)
2 LessonsExamine the parts of a whole to define or model a system.
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K.5(E)
2 LessonsIdentify forms of energy and properties of matter.
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K.5(F)
4 LessonsDescribe the relationship between the structure and function of objects, organisms, and systems.
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K.5(G)
9 LessonsDescribe how factors or conditions can cause objects, organisms, and systems to either change or stay the same.
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K.6
1 LessonIdentify and record observable physical properties of objects, including shape, color, texture, and material.
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K.7
3 LessonsDescribe and predict how a magnet interacts with various materials and how magnets can be used to push or pull.
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K.8(A)
2 LessonsCommunicate the idea that objects can only be seen when a light source is present and compare the effects of different amounts of light on the appearance of objects.
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K.8(B)
2 LessonsDemonstrate and explain that light travels through some objects and is blocked by other objects, creating shadows.
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K.9(A)
2 LessonsIdentify, describe, and predict the patterns of day and night and their observable characteristics.
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K.9(B)
2 LessonsObserve, describe, and illustrate the Sun, Moon, stars, and objects in the sky such as clouds.
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K.10(A)
1 LessonDescribe and classify rocks by the observable properties of size, shape, color, and texture.
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K.10(B)
6 LessonsObserve and describe weather changes from day to day and over seasons.
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K.10(C)
Identify evidence that supports the idea that air is all around us and demonstrate that wind is moving air using items such as a windsock, pinwheel, or ribbon.
K.11
1 LessonObserve and generate examples of practical uses for rocks, soil, and water.
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K.12(A)
6 LessonsObserve and identify the dependence of plants on air, sunlight, water, nutrients in the soil, and space to grow.
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K.12(B)
10 LessonsObserve and identify the dependence of animals on air, water, food, space, and shelter.
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K.13(A)
2 LessonsIdentify the structures of plants, including roots, stems, leaves, flowers, and fruits.
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K.13(B)
7 LessonsIdentify different structures that animals have for interaction with their environment such as seeing, hearing, moving, and grasping objects.
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K.13(C)
2 LessonsIdentify and record the changes from seed, seedling, plant, flower, and fruit in a simple plant life cycle.
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K.13(D)
Identify ways that young plants resemble the parent plant.