Ohio Science Academic Content Standards (2002)
Physical Sciences
Benchmarks (3–5)
B.
Identify and describe the physical properties of matter in its various states.
F.
Describe the properties of light and sound energy.
Grade Level Indicators (Grade 4)
3.
Describe objects by the properties of the materials from which they are made and that these properties can be used to separate or sort a group of objects (e.g., paper, glass, plastic, metal).
Grade Level Indicators (Grade 5)
5.
Explore and summarize observations of the transmission, bending (refraction) and reflection of light.
Scientific Inquiry
Benchmarks (3–5)
A.
Use appropriate instruments safely to observe, measure and collect data when conducting a scientific investigation.
B.
Organize and evaluate observations, measurements and other data to formulate inferences and conclusions.
Grade Level Indicators (Grade 3)
3.
Read and interpret simple tables and graphs produced by self/others.
5.
Record and organize observations (e.g., journals, charts, tables).
Grade Level Indicators (Grade 5)
3.
Use evidence and observations to explain and communicate the results of investigations.
Scientific Ways of Knowing
Benchmarks (3–5)
B.
Describe different types of investigations and use results and data from investigations to provide the evidence to support explanations and conclusions.
Grade Level Indicators (Grade 5)
2.
Develop descriptions, explanations and models using evidence to defend/support findings.
National Science Education Standards
Science as Inquiry
Abilities necessary to do scientific inquiry (Grades Kindergarten - 4)
Physical Science
Properties of objects and materials (Grades Kindergarten - 4)
Light, heat, electricity, and magnetism (Grades Kindergarten - 4)