Grade 1 Science SOL Standards

The student will construct sets of step-by-step instructions (algorithms) either independently or collaboratively, including

The student will demonstrate an understanding of scientific and engineering practices by

sequencing (including ordinal numbers) and;

asking questions and defining problems

ask questions and make predictions based on observations

identify a simple problem that can be solved through the development of a new tool or improved object

simple loops (patterns and repetition).

planning and carrying out investigations

with guidance, conduct investigations to produce data

identify characteristics and properties of objects by observations

use tools to measure relative length, weight, volume, and temperature of common objects

interpreting, analyzing, and evaluating data

use and share pictures, drawings, and/or writings of observations

describe patterns and relationships

classify and arrange objects based on a single physical characteristic or property

organize and represent various forms of data using tables, picture graphs, and object graphs

read and interpret data displayed in tables, picture graphs, and object graphs, using the vocabulary more, less, fewer, greater than, less than, and equal to

constructing and critiquing conclusions and explanations

make simple conclusions based on data or observations

recognize unusual or unexpected results

developing and using models

use physical models to demonstrate simple phenomena and natural processes

obtaining, evaluating, and communicating information

communicate observations and data using simple graphs, pictures, drawings, numbers, speech and/or writing

The student will identify and use strong passwords, explain why strong passwords should be used (e.g., protect name, address, and telephone number).

The student will identify and interpret data and organize it in a chart or graph in order to make a prediction, with or without a computing device.

The student will identify and explain responsible behaviors associated with using information and technology.

The student will, in a whole class environment, discuss how information can be communicated electronically (e.g., email, social media).

The student will construct programs to accomplish tasks as a means of creative expression using a block based programming language or unplugged activities, either independently or collaboratively including

The student will investigate and understand that objects can move in different ways. Key ideas include

sequencing, ordinal numbers; and

objects may have straight, circular, spinning, and back-and-forth motions; and

simple loops (patterns and repetition).

objects may vibrate and produce sound.

The student will analyze, correct, and improve (debug) an algorithm that includes sequencing.

The student will investigate and understand that objects are made from materials that can be described by their physical properties. Key ideas include

objects are made of one or more materials with different physical properties and can be used for a variety of purposes;

when a material is changed in size most physical properties remain the same; and

the type and amount of material determine how much light can pass through an object.

The student will plan and create a design document to illustrate thoughts, ideas, and stories in a sequential (step-by-step) manner (e.g., story map, storyboard, sequential graphic organizer).

The student will investigate and understand that plants have basic life needs and functional parts that allow them to survive. Key ideas include

plants need nutrients, air, water, light, and a place to grow;

structures of plants perform specific functions; and

plants can be classified based on a variety of characteristics.

The student will categorize a group of items based on one or two attributes or the actions of each item, with or without a computing device.

The student will investigate and understand that animals, including humans, have basic life needs that allow them to survive. Key ideas include

animals need air, food, water, shelter, and space (habitat);

animals have different physical characteristics that perform specific functions; and

animals can be classified based on a variety of characteristics.

The student will acknowledge that materials are created by others (e.g., author, illustrator).

The student will investigate and understand that there is a relationship between the sun and Earth. Key ideas include

the sun is the source of energy and light that warms the Earth's land, air, and water; and

the sun's relative position changes in the Earth's sky throughout the day.

The student will identify components of computing systems that are common among different types of computing devices including desktop and laptop computers, tablets, and mobile phones.

The student will investigate and understand that there are weather and seasonal changes. Key ideas include

changes in temperature, light, and precipitation occur over time;

there are relationships between daily weather and the season; and

changes in temperature, light, and precipitation affect plants and animals, including humans.

The student will identify, using accurate terminology, simple hardware and software problems that may occur during use (e.g., app or program is not working as expected, no sound is coming from the device, the device won't turn on).

The student will investigate and understand that natural resources can be used responsibly. Key ideas include

most natural resources are limited;

human actions can affect the availability of natural resources; and

reducing, reusing, and recycling are ways to conserve natural resources.

The student will describe what is allowed and what is not allowed at school associated with the use of technology.

Cybersecurity

Scientific and Engineering Practices

Force, Motion, and Energy

Matter

Living Systems and Processes

Earth Resources

Algorithms and Programming

Impacts of Computing

Computing Systems

Earth and Space Systems

Data and Analysis

Networking and the Internet