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Science.K.3.A

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The student is expected to

develop explanations and propose solutions supported by data and models;

A student expectation is directly related to the knowledge and skills statement, is more specific about how students demonstrate their learning, and always begins with a verb. Student expectations are further broken down into their component parts, often referred to as “breakouts.”

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SCIENCE.K.3.A — Vertical Alignment

Vertical alignment shows student expectations in the same subject area at different grade levels that are related to or build upon one another.

S.K.3.A

develop explanations and propose solutions supported by data and models;

S.1.3.A

develop explanations and propose solutions supported by data and models;

S.2.3.A

develop explanations and propose solutions supported by data and models;

S.3.3.A

develop explanations and propose solutions supported by data and models;

S.4.3.A

develop explanations and propose solutions supported by data and models;

S.5.3.A
develop explanations and propose solutions supported by data and models;
S.6.3.A
develop explanations and propose solutions supported by data and models and consistent with scientific ideas, principles, and theories;
S.7.3.A
develop explanations and propose solutions supported by data and models and consistent with scientific ideas, principles, and theories;
S.8.3.A
develop explanations and propose solutions supported by data and models and consistent with scientific ideas, principles, and theories;
IPC.3.A
develop explanations and propose solutions supported by data and models and consistent with scientific ideas, principles, and theories;
CHEM.3.A
develop explanations and propose solutions supported by data and models and consistent with scientific ideas, principles, and theories;
PHYS.3.A
develop explanations and propose solutions supported by data and models and consistent with scientific ideas, principles, and theories;
AQUA.3.A
develop explanations and propose solutions supported by data and models consistent with scientific ideas, principles, and theories;
ASTRO.3.A
develop explanations and propose solutions supported by data and models consistent with scientific ideas, principles, and theories;
EARTH.3.A
develop explanations and propose solutions supported by data and models consistent with scientific ideas, principles, and theories;
ENVIR.3.A
develop explanations and propose solutions supported by data and models consistent with scientific ideas, principles, and theories;
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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.K.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.K.1.D communicate mathematical ideas, reasoning, and their implications using multiple representations, including symbols, diagrams, graphs, and language as appropriate

Math.K.1.G display, explain, and justify mathematical ideas and arguments using precise mathematical language in written or oral communication

Math.K.8.C draw conclusions from real-object and picture graphs

English Language Arts and Reading

ELAR.K.1.C share information and ideas by speaking audibly and clearly using the conventions of language

ELAR.K.6.C use text evidence to support an appropriate response

ELAR.K.8.D.i recognize the central idea and supporting evidence with adult assistance

Technology Applications

TA.K.4.A communicate an understanding that data is information collected about people, events, or objects such as computer searches and weather patterns

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