MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS

2017-2018District Pacing Guides

GRADE K Course Code: 5020010 /Access Code: 7720015B1

Pacing / Date(s)
10 days / 08-21-17 to 09-01-17
Pre-Test
QSBA Q1 assessment window / 08-21-17 to 9-01-17
10-30-17 to 11-09-17

BODY OF KNOWLEDGE: N: Nature of Science

TOPIC I: Practicing Science: Introduction to Matter

NeXT Generation Sunshine State Standard(s) / ESSENTIAL CONTENT / OBJECTIVES / INSTRUCTIONAL TOOLS
Big Idea 1: The Practice of Science
SC.K.N.1.1 Collaborate with a partner to collect information.
Cognitive Complexity: Level 1: Recall
SC.K.N.1.2 Make observations of the natural world and know that they are descriptors collected using the five senses.
Cognitive Complexity: Level 2: Basic Application of Skills & Concepts
SC.K.N.1.3 Keep records as appropriate – such as pictorial – of investigations conducted.
Cognitive Complexity: Level 2: Basic Application of Skills & Concepts
SC.K.N.1.4 Observe and create a visual representation of an object which includes its major features.
Cognitive Complexity: Level 3: Strategic Thinking & Complex Reasoning
Access Points see p. 2
LAFS, MAFS, CSsee p. 3-4 /
  1. Practice of Science
  2. Ask questions
  3. Collaborate with a partner and explore.
  4. Observe using five senses.
  5. Describe objects in terms of
  6. Color
  7. Shape
  8. Texture
  9. Size
  10. Weight*
  11. Temperature
  12. Collect data
  13. Keep records
  14. Pictorial
  15. Written
  16. Compare observations.
  17. Communicate and explain.
*The use of the more familiar term “weight” instead of the term “mass” is recommended for grades K-2 /
  • Demonstrate how to ask questions about the natural world.
  • Investigate and explore questions in teams freely and be able to generate explanations.
  • Use five senses to make careful observations.
  • Understand how to describe objects in terms of color, shape, texture, size, weight (mass), and temperature.
  • Know how to compare observations with others.
  • Know how to keep records both pictorial and written of observations, and/or investigations conducted.
  • Demonstrate knowledge of general safety procedures.
Essential Question
  • Why do scientists ask
questions?
  • How do you use the five senses in science?
  • Which senses helped you during your observations?
  • What are some words that can be used to describe objects?
/ Text Book: Scott Foresman
TE pp. FM13c - FM13d, FM14 - FM21, 135a-135b (Scientific Method, Process skills)
Instructional Resources Gr. K Quarter 1
Practicing Science SC.K.N.1.1
Vocabulary: observe, senses, see, hear, smell, taste, touch (feeling), shape, round, texture, rough/smooth, hard/soft, size, large/small, weight, heavy/light.
Technology:
Strategies:
Use the Five E’s, Think/Pair/Share, Flip Book/Foldables, Centers/Stations
  • ELL:
  • Enrichment:
  • SPED:
Assessment:
Recommended: District Pre-Test
Teacher Observation, Portfolio Assessments, Lesson Check Point, Lab Report
Labs: (see p. 4)
Activity Book pp.1-13a (Science Process Skills)
AIMS Science FL Gr. K:
  • Calendar Connections pp. 15 – 34
  • Gummy Bears p. 93
  • Whoa… That’s Heavy p. 115
Related Program: Fairchild Challenge, VPA, Dream in Green, Elementary Garden - see p. 5
SCIENCE BENCHMARKS
SC.K.N.1.1: Collaborate with a partner to collect information.Content Complexity Rating: Level 1: Recall / Additional Resources
ACCESS POINTS
SC.K.N.1.In.1 / Identify a partner to obtain information.
SC.K.N.1.Su.1 / Collect a designated item with a partner.
SC.K.N.1.Pa.1 / Share objects with a partner.
SC.K.N.1.2: Make observations of the natural world and know that they are descriptors collected using the five senses.Content Complexity: Level 2: Basic Application of Skills & Concepts
ACCESS POINTS
SC.K.N.1.In.2 / Identify information about objects and actions in the natural world through observation
SC.K.N.1.Su.2 / Identify information about objects in the natural world through observation
SC.K.N.1.Pa.2 / Recognize common objects in the natural world through observations
SC.K.N.1.3 Keep records as appropriate – such as pictorial – of investigations conducted.
ACCESS POINTS
SC.K.N.1.In.3 / Observe, explore, and create a visual representation of real objects.
SC.K.N.1.Su.3: / Observe, explore, and match pictures to real objects.
SC.K.N.1.Pa.2: / Recognize common objects in the natural world through observation.
SC.K.N.1.4 Observe and create a visual representation of an object which includes its major features
ACCESS POINTS
SC.K.N.1.In.3 / Observe, explore, and create a visual representation of real objects.
SC.K.N.1.Su.3 / Observe, explore, and match pictures to real objects.
SC.K.N.1.Pa.2 / Recognize common objects in the natural world through observation.

Health, Language Arts, and Math benchmarks should be integrated in appropriate topics throughout the year.

LANGUAGE ARTS: READING INFORMATIONAL TEXT
LAFS.K.RI.1 Key Ideas and Details
BENCHMARK CODE / BENCHMARK
LAFS.K.RI.1.1 / With prompting and support, ask and answer questions about key details in a text.
LAFS.K.RI.2Craft and Structure
BENCHMARK CODE / BENCHMARK
LAFS.K.RI.2.4 / With prompting and support, ask and answer questions about unknown words in a text.
LAFS.K.RI.4 Range of Reading and Complexity of Text
BENCHMARK CODE / BENCHMARK
LAFS.K.RI.4.10 / Actively engage in group reading activities with purpose and Understanding.
LANGUAGE ARTS: WRITING
LAFS.K.W.3Research to Build and Present Knowledge
BENCHMARK CODE / BENCHMARK
LAFS.K.W.3.8 / With guidance and support from adults, recall information from experiences or gather information from provided sources to answer a question.
LANGUAGE ARTS: SPEAKING AND LISTENING SKILLS
LAFS.K.SL.1 Comprehension and Collaboration
BENCHMARK CODE / BENCHMARK
LAFS.K.SL.1.1 / Participate in collaborative conversations with diverse partners about kindergarten topics and texts with peers and adults in small and larger groups.
MATHEMATICS: MEASUREMENT AND DATA
MAFS.K.MD.1Describe and compare measurable attributes
BENCHMARK CODE / BENCHMARK
MAFS.K.MD.1.2 / Directly compare two objects with a measurable attribute in common, to see which object has “more of”/“less of” the attribute, and describe the difference. For example, directly compare the heights of two children and describe one child as taller/shorter.
MAFS.K.MD.2Classify objects and count the number of objects in each category
BENCHMARK CODE / BENCHMARK
MAFS.K.MD.2.3 / Classify objects into given categories; count the numbers of objects in each category and sort the categories by count. Note: Limit category counts to be less than or equal to 10
COMPUTER SCIENCE
SC.K2.CS-CC.1.3- Communication and collaboration.
BENCHMARK CODE / BENCHMARK
SC.K2.CS-CC.1.3 / Collaborate and cooperate with peers, teachers, and others using technology to solve problems.
SC.K2.CS-CC.1.4 / Provide and accept constructive criticism on a collaborative project.
Visual & Performing Arts Connections
Click on the links below to access lessons and resources that are aligned to Music and Visual Arts standards, content, and/or strategies.
Grade K Music-
Grade K Visual Arts -
Supplemental Resources
Content / Title
District PowerPoints / Practicing PowerPoints / Practicing Science – SC.K.N.1.1
Florida Students / Light and Dark / SC.K.N.1.2 Virtual Manipulative
The Practice of Science: Student Safety / Hands-On Safe Science p. 9 / AIMS Science FL Gr. K
Scientific Inquiry for the Teacher / Scientific Inquiry pp. 11-14 / AIMS Science FL Gr. K
Science Grade K TE / Printable Resources:
Activity Book: Process Skills Activities /
If not registered, select “Register Here” button. Under teachers click Register and enter Pearson access code: 542470 (same for all MDCPS and grade levels) and school zip code. Log in. Click on the Grade K Teacher’s Edition.
Sorting and Using Materials / BBC Science Clips /
Making Observations / Exploring your backyard /
Grouping by Properties / Packing for the Park /
The Scientific Method / Video on sink and float /
Steps for the Scientific Method / Scientific Method Display Posters /
STEM Lesson / Desktop Display /
Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden / The Fairchild Challenge /
The GSC involves students, teachers and school staff in designing and implementing environmental and energy solutions at their school. / Join our
Dream in Green
GREEN SCHOOL CHALLENGE
Save Energy, Save Money /

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Gardening Resource Lessons / Gardening for Grades / Standard:
SC.K.N.1.1 / Collaborate with a partner to collect information
/ Video / The Blue Dragon - The Grouping Game
/ Video / In the Small, Small Pond
Standard:
SC.K.N.1.3 / Keep records as appropriate-such as pictorial-of investigations conducted.
/ Activity / Sense Stations
Learning About My World
Standard:
SC.K.N.1.4 / Observe and create a visual representation of an object which includes its major features.
/ Video / Using Our Five Senses to Determine Properties of Matter
Texture: Smooth, Rough, Prickly, Sharp, Sticky, Wiggly, Slimy, Fuzzy, and Bumpy
Standard:
SC.K.N.1.5 / Recognize that learning can come from careful observation.
/ Activity / Making Observations

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First Nine Weeks 2017-2018

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Instructional Focus Template

GRADE K Course Code: 5020010

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First Nine Weeks 2017-2018