First Quarter:

• Understand ecosystems and food webs.
• Recognize the stages of the water cycle.
• Identify properties of matter (solid, liquid, gas).
• Understand family history and heritage.

Second Quarter:

• Identify different energy sources (sun, wind, water).
• Recognize plant and animal adaptations.
• Understand the concept of economy (needs, wants, jobs).
• Recognize famous historical figures and events.

Third Quarter:

• Understand basic concepts of space and planetary systems.
• Recognize simple chemical reactions.
• Identify global cultures and communities.
• Understand contributions of ancient civilizations.

Fourth Quarter:

• Identify human body systems (digestive, respiratory).
• Understand sound and light energy.
• Recognize the impact of historical events.
• Understand global interdependence (trade, communication).

These learning outcomes are designed to help children progressively build their understanding of the world, both scientifically and socially, as they grow older. Each quarter introduces new concepts and reinforces previous knowledge, fostering a well-rounded awareness of their environment and community.

First Quarter:

• Differentiate between living and non-living things.
• Understand the concept of food chains and habitats.
• Recognize and describe personal identity and family traditions.
• Understand community roles and responsibilities.

Second Quarter:

• Identify different earth materials (soil, rocks, sand).
• Understand the process of plant growth.
• Recognize cultural diversity through celebrations and customs.
• Identify neighborhoods and communities.

Third Quarter:

• Understand basic solar system concepts.
• Recognize the importance of recycling and conservation.
• Identify rules and fairness as part of citizenship.
• Understand the structure and purpose of local government.

Fourth Quarter:

• Recognize basic physics concepts like gravity and motion.
• Understand the basic functions of the human body.
• Identify historical landmarks and symbols.

Recognize transportation and communication methods.

First Quarter:

• Recognize and describe the five senses.
• Identify basic weather conditions.
• Observe and describe plants and animals in their environment.
• Identify body parts and emotions.
• Recognize family members and their roles.

Second Quarter:

• Identify colors and shapes in the environment.
• Understand basic life cycles of plants and animals.
• Recognize and describe community helpers.
• Identify different types of homes and shelters.

Third Quarter:

• Understand the basic properties of water.
• Identify simple machines and their functions.
• Recognize different types of transportation.
• Understand the concept of neighborhood and local landmarks.

Fourth Quarter:

• Identify basic organs and bones in the human body.
• Understand the importance of healthy habits.
• Recognize holidays and traditions.
• Understand basic geography concepts like land, water, and sky.

First Quarter:

Science:

• Exploration of ecosystems and food webs.
• Introduction to the water cycle (evaporation, condensation, precipitation).
• Observation of the properties of matter (solid, liquid, gas).

Social Studies:

• Understanding family history and heritage.
• Exploration of civic responsibility (helping others, following rules).
• Introduction to local and national symbols (flags, monuments).

Second Quarter:

Science:

• Introduction to energy sources (sun, wind, water).
• Exploration of plant and animal adaptations.
• Observation of natural disasters and safety measures.

Social Studies:

• Understanding the concept of economy (needs, wants, jobs).
• Exploration of famous historical figures and events.
• Introduction to the concept of government and laws.

Third Quarter:

Science:

• Exploration of space and planetary systems.
• Introduction to simple chemistry (mixing substances, reactions).
• Observation of weather patterns and climate.

Social Studies:

• Understanding different cultures and global communities.
• Exploration of ancient civilizations and their contributions.
• Introduction to geography (continents, oceans, maps).

Fourth Quarter:

Science:

• Introduction to the human body systems (digestive, respiratory).
• Exploration of sound and light energy.
• Observation of environmental changes and conservation efforts.

Social Studies:

• Understanding historical events and their impact.
• Exploration of modern inventions and technologies.
• Introduction to global interdependence (trade, communication).

This Science/Social Studies Framework is designed to progressively build on children’s curiosity about the world around them, enhancing their understanding of natural and social phenomena through age-appropriate activities and explorations. By the end of each year, children should demonstrate a greater awareness of their environment, community, and the broader world.

 

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First Quarter:

Science:

• Exploration of living and non-living things.
• Introduction to the food chain and habitats.
• Observation of weather patterns and effects.

Social Studies:

• Understanding personal identity and family traditions.
• Exploration of community roles and responsibilities.
• Introduction to the concept of time (past, present, future).

Second Quarter:

Science:

• Introduction to earth materials (soil, rocks, sand).
• Exploration of plant growth and gardening.
• Observation of animal behaviors and habitats.

Social Studies:

• Understanding different cultures and celebrations.
• Exploration of neighborhoods and communities.
• Introduction to basic historical events and figures.

Third Quarter:

Science:

• Exploration of the solar system (sun, moon, stars).
• Introduction to the concept of recycling and conservation.
• Observation of seasonal changes and their effects on nature.

Social Studies:

• Understanding the concept of citizenship (rules, fairness).
• Exploration of local government and leaders.
• Introduction to maps and globes (continents, oceans).

Fourth Quarter:

Science:

• Introduction to basic physics concepts (gravity, motion).
• Exploration of the human body and its functions.
• Observation of changes in light and shadows.

Social Studies:

• Understanding historical landmarks and symbols.
• Exploration of transportation and communication methods.
• Introduction to global awareness (continents, countries).

 

First Quarter:

Science:

• Exploration of the five senses (sight, sound, touch, taste, smell).
• Introduction to weather concepts (sunny, rainy, cloudy).
• Observation of plants and animals in the environment.

Social Studies:

• Understanding “All About Me” (body parts, emotions).
• Introduction to family members and roles.
• Basic understanding of daily routines and schedules.

Second Quarter:

Science:

• Exploration of colors and shapes in the environment.
• Introduction to basic life cycles (plants, butterflies).
• Observation of seasonal changes (spring/summer).

Social Studies:

• Understanding community helpers (police officers, firefighters).
• Exploration of different types of homes and shelters.
• Introduction to simple maps (classroom, playground).

Third Quarter:

Science:

• Exploration of water and its properties (liquid, ice, steam).
• Introduction to simple machines (wheels, levers).
• Observation of insects and small animals.

Social Studies:

• Understanding different types of transportation (cars, buses, trains).
• Introduction to cultural diversity (languages, clothing, food).
• Exploration of neighborhood and local landmarks.

Fourth Quarter:

Science:

• Introduction to the human body (basic organs, bones).
• Exploration of healthy habits (exercise, hygiene).
• Observation of changes in the environment (fall/winter).

Social Studies:

• Understanding holidays and traditions.
• Exploration of different occupations and workplaces.
• Introduction to basic geography (land, water, sky).

 

First Quarter:

• Expanded vocabulary, including descriptive words.
• Construction of longer, complex sentences.
• Improved listening skills for multi-step instructions.

Second Quarter:

• Development of storytelling and narrative skills.
• Understanding and use of “how” and “why” questions.
• Introduction to phonemic awareness and sound recognition.

Third Quarter:

• Enhanced conversational skills, including turn-taking.
• Basic writing skills: tracing and writing letters.
• Recognition and production of rhyming words.

Fourth Quarter:

• Use of descriptive language in communication.
• Introduction to simple reading skills and sight words.
• Developing an understanding of basic grammar rules.

First Quarter:

• Expanded vocabulary, including descriptive words.
• Construction of longer, complex sentences.
• Improved listening skills for multi-step instructions.

Second Quarter:

• Development of storytelling and narrative skills.
• Understanding and use of “how” and “why” questions.
• Introduction to phonemic awareness and sound recognition.

Third Quarter:

• Enhanced conversational skills, including turn-taking.
• Basic writing skills: tracing and writing letters.
• Recognition and production of rhyming words.

Fourth Quarter:

• Use of descriptive language in communication.
• Introduction to simple reading skills and sight words.
• Developing an understanding of basic grammar rules.

First Quarter:

• Expanded vocabulary with nouns and verbs.
• Understanding and following two-step instructions.
• Improved pronunciation and speech clarity.

Second Quarter:

• Formation of complex sentences using conjunctions.
• Development of storytelling skills.
• Basic question and answer skills (“who,” “what,” “where,” “when”).

Third Quarter:

• Enhanced narrative skills in storytelling.
• Understanding and use of prepositions.
• Recognition and production of rhyming words.

Fourth Quarter:

• Improved conversational skills with turn-taking.
• Use of descriptive language to express ideas.
• Introduction to simple grammar rules.