Cross-curricular Connections

The cross-curricular connections are designed to help educators make content connections between the science TEKS and math, English language arts and reading, social studies, and technology applications. The standards below illustrate alignment between grade level content areas which may help educators develop cross-curricular lessons. These connections do not represent all possible connections that might be made.
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Math

Math.4.1.B use a problem-solving model that incorporates analyzing given information, formulating a plan or strategy, determining a solution, justifying the solution, and evaluating the problem-solving process and the reasonableness of the solution

Math.4.1.G display, explain, and justify mathematical ideas and arguments using precise mathematical language in written or oral communication

SS.4.22.B use problem-solving and decision-making processes to identify a problem, gather information, list and consider options, consider advantages and disadvantages, choose and implement a solution, and evaluate the effectiveness of the solution

English Language Arts and Reading

ELAR.4.6.B generate questions about text before, during, and after reading to deepen understanding and gain information

ELAR.4.6.F make inferences and use evidence to support understanding

ELAR.4.6.G evaluate details read to determine key ideas

ELAR.4.6.H synthesize information to create new understanding

Technology Applications

TA.4.3.B apply an appropriate design process that includes components to improve processes and refine original products for authentic problems