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Explain that differences in the apparent brightness of the sun compared to other stars is due to their relative distances from the Earth.
Generate resourceResearch and explain the position of the Earth and the solar system within the Milky Way galaxy, and compare the size and shape of the Milky Way to other galaxies in the universe.
Generate resourceUse a model to explain how the orbit of the Earth and sun cause observable patterns: a. day and night; b. changes in length and direction of shadows over a day.
Generate resourceExplain the cause and effect relationship between the positions of the sun, earth, and moon and resulting eclipses, tides, and appearance of the moon.
Generate resourceRelate the tilt of the Earth’s axis, as it revolves around the sun, to the varying intensities of sunlight at different latitudes. Evaluate how this causes changes in day-lengths and seasons.
Generate resourceUse tools to describe the position of constellations and how they appear to move from the Earth’s perspective throughout the seasons.
Generate resourcePlan and carry out tests on one or more elements of a prototype in which variables are controlled and failure points are considered to identify which elements need to be improved. Apply the results of tests to redesign the prototype.
Generate resourceCompare and contrast animal responses that are instinctual versus those that are learned by gathering information through the senses, which is then processed in the brain and stored as memories to guide their actions.
Generate resourceDistinguish between inherited characteristics and those characteristics that result from a direct interaction with the environment. Apply this concept by giving examples of characteristics of living organisms that are influenced by both inheritance and the environment.
Generate resourceProvide evidence and analyze data that plants and animals have traits inherited from parents and that variations of these traits exist in a group of similar organisms.
Generate resourceUse evidence to construct an explanation for how variations in characteristics among individuals within the same species may provide advantages to these individuals in their survival and reproduction.
Generate resourceAnalyze and interpret data from observations and measurements of the physical properties of matter to explain phase changes between a solid, liquid, or gas.
Generate resourceAnalyze and interpret data to show that the amount of matter is conserved even when it changes form, including transitions where matter seems to vanish.
Generate resourceConstruct an argument using the physical properties of matter that combining substances may or may not result in a new substance.
Generate resourcePlan and carry out an investigation to provide evidence of the effects of balanced and unbalanced forces on the motion of the object.
Generate resourceMake observations and measurements of an object’s motion to provide evidence that a pattern can be used to predict future motion.
Generate resourceUse evidence to support that the gravitational force exerted by Earth on objects is directed toward the Earth’s center.
Generate resourceExplain how forces can create patterns within a system (moving in one direction, shifting back and forth, or moving in cycles), and describe conditions that affect how fast or slowly these patterns occur.
Generate resourceAnalyze and improve an algorithm that includes sequencing and simple patterns with or without a computing device.
Generate resourceCreate an algorithm to solve a problem while detecting and debugging logical errors within the algorithm.
Generate resourceDevelop and recommend solutions to a given problem and explain the process to an audience.
Generate resourceManipulate data to answer a question using a variety of computing methods and tools to collect, organize, graph, analyze, and publish the resulting information.
Generate resourceExplain that differences in the apparent brightness of the sun compared to other stars is due to their relative distances from the Earth.
Generate resourceResearch and explain the position of the Earth and the solar system within the Milky Way galaxy, and compare the size and shape of the Milky Way to other galaxies in the universe.
Generate resourceUse data to categorize different bodies in our solar system including moons, asteroids, comets, and meteoroids according to their physical properties and motion.
Generate resourceExplain the cause and effect relationship between the positions of the sun, earth, and moon and resulting eclipses, position of constellations, and appearance of the moon.
Generate resourceRelate the tilt of the Earth's axis, as it revolves around the sun, to the varying intensities of sunlight at different latitudes. Evaluate how this causes changes in day-lengths and seasons.
Generate resourceUse tools to describe how stars and constellations appear to move from the Earth's perspective throughout the seasons.
Generate resourceUse evidence from the presence and location of fossils to determine the order in which rock strata were formed.
Generate resourcePlan and carry out tests on one or more elements of a prototype in which variables are controlled and failure points are considered to identify which elements need to be improved. Apply the results of tests to redesign the prototype.
Generate resourceDescribe how failure provides valuable information toward finding a solution.
Generate resourceUse appropriate measuring tools, simple hand tools, and fasteners to construct a prototype of a new or improved technology.
Generate resourceDescribe how human beings have made tools and machines (X-ray cameras, microscopes, satellites, computers) to observe and do things that they could not otherwise sense or do at all, or as quickly or efficiently.
Generate resourceUse advanced features of digital tools and media-rich resources to communicate key ideas and details in a way that informs, persuades, and/or entertains.
Generate resourceCompare and contrast animal responses that are instinctual versus those that that are gathered through the senses, processed, and stored as memories to guide their actions.
Generate resourceDistinguish between inherited characteristics and those characteristics that result from a direct interaction with the environment. Apply this concept by giving examples of characteristics of living organisms that are influenced by both inheritance and the environment.
Generate resourceProvide evidence and analyze data that plants and animals have traits inherited from parents and that variations of these traits exist in a group of similar organisms.
Generate resourceAnalyze and interpret data from fossils to describe types of organisms and their environments that existed long ago. Compare similarities and differences of those to living organisms and their environments. Recognize that most kinds of animals (and plants) that once lived on Earth are now extinct.
Generate resourceUse evidence to construct an explanation for how variations in characteristics among individuals within the same species may provide advantages to these individuals in their survival and reproduction.
Generate resourceExplain responsible uses of technology and digital information; describe possible consequences of inappropriate use such as copyright infringement and piracy.
Generate resourceCreate simple animated stories or solve pre-existing problems using a precise sequence of instructions and simple loops, collaboratively or individually.
Generate resourceAnalyze and interpret data from observations and measurements of the physical properties of matter to explain phase changes between a solid, liquid, or gas.
Generate resourceAnalyze and interpret data to show that the amount of matter is conserved even when it changes form, including transitions where matter seems to vanish.
Generate resourceDesign a process to measure how different variables (temperature, particle size, stirring) affect the rate of dissolving solids into liquids.
Generate resourceEvaluate the results of an experiment to determine whether the mixing of two or more substances result in a change of properties.
Generate resourceTest the effects of balanced and unbalanced forces on the speed and direction of motion of objects.
Generate resourceMake observations and measurements of an object's motion to provide evidence that a pattern can be used to predict future motion.
Generate resourceUse evidence to support that the gravitational force exerted by Earth on objects is directed toward the Earth's center.
Generate resourceExplain the cause and effect relationship of two factors (mass and distance) that affect gravity.
Generate resourceExplain how forces can create patterns within a system (moving in one direction, shifting back and forth, or moving in cycles), and describe conditions that affect how fast or slowly these patterns occur.
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