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NGSS Alignment Overview (K–2)

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Science & Engineering Practices (K–2 Focus)

  • Asking questions and defining simple problems (SEP 1)

  • Developing and using simple models (SEP 2)

  • Planning and carrying out guided investigations (SEP 3)

  • Observing and describing patterns (SEP 4)

  • Using basic math and counting in investigations (SEP 5)

  • Constructing simple explanations (SEP 6)

  • Sharing ideas from evidence (SEP 7)

  • Communicating findings orally and visually (SEP 8)

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Crosscutting Concepts (K–2 Focus)

  • Patterns in nature and designs (CCC 1)

  • Cause and effect relationships (CCC 2)

  • Basic measurement and comparisons (CCC 3)

  • Simple systems (CCC 4)

  • Introduction to energy and matter (CCC 5)

  • Structure and function in design (CCC 6)

  • Stability and change in structures (CCC 7)

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Engineering Design (K–2 ETS Standards)

  • ETS1-1: Ask questions and define simple problems

  • ETS1-2: Develop simple solutions with guidance

  • ETS1-3: Test and improve designs through play and iteration

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Curriculum Integration

Hands-on STEAM challenges that build foundational skills in:

  • Problem solving

  • Early math and literacy connections

  • Collaboration

  • Creative thinking

  • Real-world exploration

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NGSS Alignment Overview (2–3)

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Science & Engineering Practices (2–3 Focus)

  • Asking questions and defining problems (SEP 1)

  • Developing and using models (SEP 2)

  • Planning and conducting structured investigations (SEP 3)

  • Analyzing and interpreting data (SEP 4)

  • Using mathematics for measurement and comparison (SEP 5)

  • Constructing explanations and designing solutions (SEP 6)

  • Engaging in evidence-based discussion (SEP 7)

  • Communicating results clearly (SEP 8)

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Crosscutting Concepts (2-3 Focus)

  • Identifying patterns in data and designs (CCC 1)

  • Cause and effect relationships with evidence (CCC 2)

  • Scale, proportion, and measurement (CCC 3)

  • Systems and interactions (CCC 4)

  • Energy transfer in simple systems (CCC 5)

  • Structure determines function in engineering (CCC 6)

  • Stability, failure, and improvement in designs (CCC 7)

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Engineering Design (2-3 ETS Standards)

  • ETS1-1: Define a design problem with clear criteria and constraints

  • ETS1-2: Develop multiple possible solutions and compare them

  • ETS1-3: Test, analyze, and improve designs based on results

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Curriculum Integration

Students engage in hands-on STEAM learning that builds:

  • Measurement and data skills

  • Reading and writing in science contexts

  • Engineering and design thinking

  • Collaboration and communication

  • Real-world problem solving

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