2nd Grade Learning Targets Behavior (K-2) BLT 1 - Responsibility

Manages responsibilities as a student

BST 1.1 - Use of Class Time : Uses class time appropriately

BST 1.2 - Preparation : Prepares for class with necessary materials and is ready to learn.

BST 1.3 - Follows Directions : Follows directions timely and accurately

BST 1.4 - Quality Work : Demonstrates quality work

BST 1.5 - Appropriate Choices : Makes safe and appropriate choices

(K-2) BLT 2 - Self Directs

Self-directs Learning

BST 2.1 - Develops a Plan : Develops a plan to achieve goals, with teacher support

BST 2.2 - Persists with a Task : Persists with a task over time

BST 2.3 - Variety of Sources : Utilizes a variety of sources to find help

BST 2.4 - Advocates for Self : Advocates for self

(K-2) BLT 3 - Group Work

Communicates and works effectively within a team or group

BST 3.1 - Active Participation : Actively participates in group work

BST 3.2 - Listening Respectfully : Listens respectfully and acknowledges the contributions of others

BST 3.3 - Sharing Ideas : Shares ideas clearly

BST 3.4 - Safe Environment : Contributes to creating a safe learning environment

BST 3.5 - Adapts to Changes : Adapts to changes in the group process with a positive attitude

English Lang Arts For READING targets, See Literacy

(Writing) ALT 1 - Opinions

I can write opinion pieces on a topic or book, stating an opinion with supporting reasons.

AST 1.1 - Introduce and Opinion : Focus and Organizational Structure: I can introduce a topic or book I am writing about and state an opinion.

AST 1.2 - Elaboration : Elaboration: I can give reasons that support the opinion.

AST 1.3 - Links and Transitions : I can use linking words (e.g., because, and, also) to connect opinion and reasons

AST 1.4 - Conclusion : Conclusion: I can provide a concluding statement or section.

(Writing) ALT 2 - Informative-Explanatory Texts

I can write informative/explanatory texts to introduce a topic and develop points.

AST 2.1 - Focus and Organizational Structure : Focus and Organizational Structure: I can introduce a topic.

AST 2.2 - Elaboration : Elaboration: I can use facts and definitions to develop a topic.

AST 2.3 - Conclusion : Conclusion: I can provide a concluding statement or section.

(Writing) ALT 3 - Narrative

I can write narratives to recount a well elaborated event or a short sequence of events including details to describe actions.

AST 3.1 - Focus and Organizational Structure : Focus and Organizational Structure: I can recount two or more sequenced events.

AST 3.2 - Elaboration : Elaboration: I can give some details to describe actions, thoughts and feelings.

AST 3.3 - Transition : Transition: I can use temporal words to signal order.

AST 3.4 - Conclusion : Conclusion: I can provide some sense of closure.

(Language) ALT 4 - Standard English Grammar

I can demonstrate command of standard English grammar when writing or speaking.

AST 4.1 - Collective Nouns : Use of collective nouns

AST 4.2 - Irregular Plural Nouns : Form and use frequently occurring irregular plural nouns (e.g. feet, children, teeth, mice, fish)

AST 4.3 - Reflexive Pronouns : Use reflexive pronouns (e.g., myself, ourselves)

AST 4.4 - Irregular Verbs : Form and use the past tense of frequently occurring irregular verbs (e.g., sat, hid, told)

AST 4.5 - Adjectives and Adverbs : Use adjectives and adverbs and choose between them depending on what is to be modified.

AST 4.6 - Simple and Compound Sentences : Produce, expand, and rearrange complete simple and compound sentences.

(Language) ALT 5 - Conventions

I can demonstrate command of conventions of capitalization, punctuation, and spelling when writing.

AST 5.1 - Capitalization : Capitalize holidays, product names and geographic names.

AST 5.2 - Plural Nouns : Use commas in greetings and closings of letters.

AST 5.3 - Apostrophe : Use an apostrophe to form contractions and frequently occurring possessives.

AST 5.4 - Spelling Patterns : Generalize learned spelling patterns when writing words.

AST 5.5 - Reference Materials : Consult reference materials including beginning dictionaries as needed to check and correct spellings.

Fine Arts - Elem Music Create, Present, and Perform

Apply ideas, techniques, and processes in the arts.

Technical Skill-1 : Use prior experiences to learn musical elements - beat, tempo, pitch, dynamics, rhythm, melody, form.

Technical Skill-2 : Create your own body percussion or rhythm instrument pattern.

Technical Skill-3 : Use pitch, dynamics, rhythm, tempo and tone to sing.

Technical Skill-4 : While singing, listen to match pitch, using correct posture and tone quality.

Technical Skill-5 : Explore, identify and play instruments, using beat, tempo, dynamics, and rhythm.

Technical Skill-6 : Recognize symbols of music: quarter note, eighth note, whole note, half note, quarter rest, staff , treble clef.

Technical Skill-7 : Follow procedures for using and maintaining materials, equipment and space.

Creative Process-1 : Use creative thinking and musical skills to create music.

Artistic Voice/Comm-1 : Perform a piece of music that communicates an idea or feeling.

Critique/Evaluation-1 : Tell about one’s own performance, using arts vocabulary.

Aesthetics and Criticism

Respond to and analyze works of art, based on essential elements, organizational principles, and aesthetic criteria.

Critical Analysis-1 : Identify elements that communicate an idea or feeling in a piece of music, or what pictures come to your mind.

Critical Analysis-2 : Recognize instrument families by picture and/or sound.

Critical Analysis-3 : Use arts vocabulary to describe music.

Personal Evaluation-1 : Identify personal preferences in musical works.

Interdisciplinary Relat-1 : Identify which art disciplines (music, dance, drama, or visual arts) are used together in a piece of art.

Interdisciplinary Relat-2 : Tell when you notice a connection between music and another subject.

Historical and Cultural Perspectives

Apply ideas, techniques, and processes in the arts.

Context-1 : Tell when you notice that music relates to an event.

Compare/Contrast-1 : Identify music that comes from another culture or time period.

Personal Interp-1 : Discuss when a composer or performer is describing personal experience or his/her environment.

Personal Interp-2 : Tell how a personal experience connects to music.

Global and Interdisciplinary Connections-1 : Identify a way that music can be used in everyday life.

Global and Interdisciplinary Connections-2 : Discuss when art forms connect within a culture or time period.

Influence on Human Experiences/Tech Dev-1 : Discuss an example of when music influences a person’s life.

Fine Arts - Visual Arts ALT 1 - Create, Present, Perform

I can apply ideas, techniques and processes in the arts.

AST 1.1 - Technical Skill : I can create, present and perform works of art by using experiences, imagination, essential elements and organizational principles to achieve a desired effect when creating, presenting, and/or performing works of art.

AST 1.2 - Creative Process : I can apply the use of ideas, techniques and problem solving to the creative process and analyze the influence that choices have on the result.

AST 1.3 - Artistic Voice-Communication : I can express ideas, moods, and feelings through the arts.

AST 1.4 - Critique-Evaluation : I can evaluate one’s own work orally and in writing.

ALT 2 - Aesthetics and Criticism

I can respond to and analyze works of art, based on essential elements, organizational principles and aesthetic criteria.

AST 2.1 - Critical Analysis : I can apply critical analysis to works of art.

AST 2.2 - Personal Evaluation : I can respond to works of art and give reasons for preferences.

AST 2.3 - Interdisciplinary Relationship : I understand the interrelationships among art forms and between arts and other content areas.

ALT 3 - Historical and Cultural Perspectives

I can understand the relationship of works of art to their social, historical and cultural contexts, and the influence of the arts on individuals, communities and cultures.

AST 3.1 - Context : I understand how events and conditions influence the arts.

AST 3.2 - Compare and Contrast : Distinguish works of art from different societies, time periods and cultures.

AST 3.3 - Personal Interpretation : Understand how the arts can reflect the environment and personal experiences within a society or culture, and apply to one’s own work.

AST 3.4 - Global and Interdisciplinary Connections : I understand the place of the arts within, and their influences on, society.

AST 3.5 - Human Experience and Tech Development : Describe how the arts can influence individuals, communities and cultures.

Health ALT 1 - Alcohol, Tobacco, and Other Drugs

Health: 2: 1-Alcohol, Tobacco, & Other Drugs

AST 1.1 - ATOD : I can identify that alcohol and tobacco, including cigarettes, cigars, pipes, and smokeless tobacco are harmful to one’s health. (CC,*)

AST 1.2 - Secondhand Smoke : I can identify that secondhand smoke is harmful. (CC)

ALT 2 - Prevention and Control of Disease

Health: 2: 2-Prevention & Control of Disease

AST 2.1 - Avoid Contact with Others Blood : I can explain the importance of avoiding contact with others’ blood and other body fluids. (CC)

AST 2.2 - Prevent Diseases : I can explain ways to prevent communicable and non-communicable diseases. (CC)

ALT 3 - Environmental Health

Health: 2: 3-Environmental Health

AST 3.1 - Environmental Health : N/A

ALT 4 - Healthy Eating

Health: 2: 4-Healthy Eating

AST 4.1 - Moderation in Food Selection Consumption : I can recognize the importance of variety and moderation in food selection and consumption. (CC,*)

AST 4.2 - Healthful Eating Habits : I can identify how healthful eating habits can lead to wellness. (CC)

AST 4.3 - Advertising Strategies : I can describe advertising strategies used to impact our food choices. (INF)

ALT 5 - Mental, Social and Emotional Health

Health: 2: 5-Mental, Social & Emotional Health

AST 5.1 - Positive Self Image : I can identify qualities that contribute to a positive self-image. (CC)

AST 5.2 - Positive Communication Skills : I can demonstrate positive communication skills needed to express personal needs, wants, and feelings to family and peers. (IC)

AST 5.3 - Talk about Mental Emotional Health : I can identify appropriate people to talk to about mental and emotional health issues, concerns and worries. (AI)

ALT 6 - Sexual Health

Health: 2: 6-Sexual Health

AST 6.1 - Refusal Skills : I can practice and use refusal skills if someone is touching you inappropriately. (IC,*)

AST 6.2 - Inappropriate Touching : i can identify whom to talk to at school, home and in the community if someone is touching you inappropriately. (AI,*)

ALT 7 - Unintentional Injury Prevention

Health: 2: 7-Unintentional Injury Prevention

AST 7.1 - Responsible Use of 911 : I can demonstrate the responsible use of 911, poison control, and other emergency numbers and provide appropriate information. (AI)

AST 7.2 - Safe Meeting Place - Disaster : I can use the decision-making process to identify safe locations and meeting places at school and at home in the event of an emergency or disaster. (DM)

AST 7.3 - Unsafe Object : I can identify whom to talk to at school, home, and in the community if you see an unsafe object. (AI)

ALT 8 - Violence Prevention

Health: 2: 8-Violence Prevention

AST 8.1 - Media Contains Violent Messages : I can identify that media contains violent messages. (CC,*)

AST 8.2 - Steps of Problem Solving : I can demonstrate the steps of problem solving, anger management and impulse control. (SM)

AST 8.3 - Assertiveness Anger Management : I can demonstrate assertiveness and anger management. (IC)

AST 8.4 - Recognize Diversity : I can recognize diversity among people. (CC)

Library and Info Lit Reading Engagement

Reading Engagement: 1

1-Reading Engagement : 2.1.1 Begin to use library catalog to locate books and use a self-check method to select books at the appropriate reading level

2-Reading Engagement : 2.1.2: Make and share text to self and text to text connections

3-Reading Engagement : 2.1.3: Share opinions and seek recommendations for reading materials

4-Reading Engagement : 2.1.4: Select materials from nonfiction and various fiction areas for learning and enjoyment and recognize that different topics in nonfiction are organized by subject

5-Reading Engagement : 2.1.5: Recognize and describe the individual style of an author or illustrator

Social Responsibility

Social Responsibility: 2

1-Social Responsibility : 2.2.1: Understand that personal information should not be given out online without permission of a "trusted adult" and describe procedures for exiting inappropriate sites

2-Social Responsibility : 2.2.2: Explain that print and nonprint works are created by and belong to an author, illustrator or publisher

3-Social Responsibility : 2.2.3: Explain differences between fact and opinion

4-Social Responsibility : 2.2.4: Listen to and read a wide range of literature to develop respect for the ideas of others

5-Social Responsibility : 2.2.5: Demonstrate consideration of others by using appropriate volume and behaviors in the library

6-Social Responsibility : 2.2.6: Demonstrate care with all library materials and equipment, return them on time and take responsibility for damaged or lost materials

Info Literacy (Question)

Information Literacy: 3.1 Question

1a : 2.3.1.a: Identify and describe the research task

1b : 2.3.1.b: Identify and record prior knowledge

1c : 2.3.1.c: Generate essential research question with guidance

1d : 2.3.1.d: List related topics and supporting questions with modeling

Info Literacy (Plan)

Information Literacy: 3.2 Plan

2a : 2.3.2.a: Understand the assigned product

2b : 2.3.2.b: Review information needed with modeling, considering end product and audience

2c : 2.3.2.c: List possible print and non-print sources and/or experts with modeling to best answer research questions

2d : 2.3.2.d: Identify keywords and search strategies with modeling

2e : 2.3.2.e Follow a research plan and timeline

Info Literacy (Gather)

Information Literacy: 3.3 Gather

3a : 2.3.3.a Locate and access print and non-print sources and/or experts with modeling and guidance

3b : 2.3.3.b: Identify and use text features with modeling to locate relevant information

3c : 2.3.3.c: Differentiate between fact and opinion with modeling

3d : 2.3.3.d: Record notes from text and include title and author of book with modeling and guidance

3e : 2.3.3.e: Request help to find books or use electronic sources of information

Info Literacy (Sort)

Information Literacy: 3.4 Sort

4a : 2.3.4.a: Sort information for usefulness with modeling

4b : 2.3.4.b: Use sequencing, webbing or other strategies to organize and integrate useful information with modeling

4c : 2.3.4.c: Participate in a guided review to confirm collected information answers research questions

4d : 2.3.4.d: Participate in a guided review of the research process plan

Info Literacy (Share)

Information Literacy: 3.5 (Share)

5a : 2.3.5.a: Create an original product with modeling using the selected information and ideas

5b : 2.3.5.b: Design and develop a final product with guidance that demonstrates new knowledge and addresses the essential research question

5c : 2.3.5.c: Share learned information with others

5d : 2.3.5.d: Share where facts were learned

Info Literacy (Review)

Information Literacy: 3.6 Review

6a : 2.3.6.a: Review the research process and identify strategies for improvement with modeling

6b : 2.3.6.b: Review the product and identify an area for improvement with modeling

6c : 2.3.6.c: Gather feedback about the research process used and product created from others with modeling and respond appropriately

Literacy

Reading

Literacy: 2: Reading

1-Concepts of Print : Recognize print conventions: font, italic, and bold.

2-Concepts of Print : Recognize the use of internal punctuation.

1-Phoemic Awareness : Demonstrate understanding of syllabication with multi-syllabic words.

1-Phonics, Decoding & Word Recognition : Use letter-sound correspondence and knowledge of spelling patterns to decode unfamiliar words.

2-Phonics, Decoding & Word Recognition : Recognize an increasing bank of high frequency sight words.

1-Vocabulary : Develop vocabulary through word study: roots, prefixes/suffixes, antonyms/synonyms, contractions, multiple-meaning words.

2-Vocabulary : Use context to identify simple, multiple-meaning words.

3-Vocabulary : Develop vocabulary through listening, discussion, and direct teaching of words in literary, informational, and content specific texts.

4-Vocabulary : Use vocabulary accurately across the subject areas.

1-Fluency : Read aloud unpracticed grade level text at an appropriate rate (90-100 wcpm) with intonation and expression.

1-Comprehension : Recall and retell the sequence, plot, setting, characters, facts, and details to clarify and organize ideas.

2-Comprehension : Read texts for answers to specific questions or for specific purposes.

3-Comprehension : Develop an interpretation of texts using predictions, varied connections (life experience, texts, world), questions with possible answers, and cause/effect.

4-Comprehension : Compare and contrast information and literary elements/devices across selections.

5-Comprehension : Take part in creative responses to text such as dramatizations and oral presentations.

1-Reading to Perform a Task : Locate and interpret information from diagrams, charts, graphs, titles, table of contents, and chapter headings.

2-Reading to Perform a Task : Read and understand two-step written directions, signs, captions, labels, and informational texts.

3-Reading to Perform a Task : Alphabetize a list of words to the second letter.

1-Und & Using the Reading Process : Demonstrate listening comprehension of more complex text through discussion.

2-Und & Using the Reading Process : Monitor comprehension and draw upon a variety of strategies as needed to strengthen understanding and clarify when meaning breaks down.

1-Und-Usg Lit Forms-Genres : Listen to and experience a wide variety of grade-level text including informational publications, reference materials, classic and contemporary literature, and poetry.

Speaking & Listening

Literacy: 2: Speaking & Listening

1-Listening : Determine the purposes for listening. Ask for clarification and explanations.

2-Listening : Give and follow three and four step oral directions.

3-Listening : Retell in own words information that has been shared orally by others.

1-Analysis : N/A

1-Speaking : With guidance, organize and present on a topic or experience with supportive facts and details.

2-Speaking : Speak clearly and look at your listeners. Speak at an appropriate pace.

3-Speaking : Retell stories in own words including characters, setting and plot.

Math (OAT) ALT 1 - Solve Add - Subtract Problems up to 100

I can solve addition and subtraction problems within and up to 100 using one- and two-step problems.

AST 1.1 - Solve Word Problems with Unknowns : I can solve word problems with unknowns in all positions (5 7=?, 5 ?=12, ? 7=12) using strategies like: adding to (5 2=? count 5, 6, 7) taking from (16-7=?) putting together (5 2=?) taking apart (16 7=? 10 6 7) comparing (she has 7, I have 3, I have 4 less than she does)

(OAT) ALT 2 - Mental Math Strategies to 20

I can use mental math strategies to fluently add and subtract within 20.

AST 2.1 - Mental Math to Add-Sub to 20 : I can use mental strategies to add and subtract within 20 with fluency.

AST 2.2 - Add 1-digit Numbers from Memory : I can add all one-digit numbers from memory.

(OAT) ALT 3 - Equal Groups - Repeated Addition

I can work with equal groups of objects and use repeated addition to find the number of objects in a rectangular array.

AST 3.1 - Count by 2s for Even or Odd : I can pair objects (up to 20) or count them by 2s to see if a group is even or odd.

AST 3.2 - Even Numbers are Sum of Same Addends : I can show that an even number is a sum of 2 equal addends (5 5).

(NOBT) ALT 4 - Place Value to 1,000

I can use my understanding of place value to solve addition and subtraction problems numbers within 1,000 and explain how my strategy works.

AST 4.1 - ID Place Value of 3-digit Number : I can identify the place values of a 3-digit number (452 = 4 hundreds, 5 tens, 2 ones).

AST 4.2 - Skip Count by 5, 10, 100 : I can skip count by 5s, 10s and 100s.

AST 4.3 - Read and Write Numbers : I can read and write a number using: base-ten numerals (46) number names (forty six) expanded form (40 6)

AST 4.4 - Greater, Less, Equal - 3-digit Numbers : I can use <, > or = to compare two 3-digit numbers (562 > 412).

(MD) ALT 5 - Measure and Compare Length

I can estimate, measure and compare the length of objects by selecting and using appropriate tools and units.

AST 5.1 - Using 2 Different Units of Measurement : I can measure the length of an object using two different units of measurement. (18in, 1.5 feet)

AST 5.2 - Differences in Units of Measure : I can describe how different units of measurements compare. (6 inches=1/2 foot)

AST 5.3 - Estimating Length : I can estimate the length of an object using inches, feet, centimeters, and meters.

AST 5.4 - Using Standard Unit of Length : I can measure how much longer one object is than another using a standard unit of length.

(MD) ALT 6 - Word Problems to 100

I can solve word problems involving units of length within 100 by using a number line or other representation.

AST 6.1 - Story Problems Involving Length : I can use drawings and equations to solve addition and subtraction story problems involving length.

AST 6.2 - Creating a Number Line : I can create a number line.

AST 6.3 - Number Lines for Sums-Differences to 100 : I can use a number line to show sums and differences within 100.

(MD) ALT 7 - Telling Time Within 5 Min

I can tell and write time to the nearest 5 minutes.

AST 7.1 - Telling Time-Analog Clock : I can tell and write time using an analog clock to the nearest 5 minutes.

AST 7.2 - Telling Time-Digital Clock : I can tell and write time using a digital clock.

AST 7.3 - Using AM and PM : I can tell time using a.m. and p.m.

(MD) ALT 8 - Word Problems Using $ and ?

I can solve word problems involving dollars and cents.

AST 8.1 - Problems Using dollars ($) and cents (?) : I can solve word problems involving dollar bills ($) and cents (?).

(MD) ALT 9 - Line Plot, Bar Graph, Pictograph

I can create and utilize information for a line plot, bar graph and pictograph.

AST 9.1 - Data and Line Plot Measurement : I can use measurements to create data for a line plot.

AST 9.2 - Create a Picture and Bar Graph : I can create a picture graph and bar graph with up to four categories.

AST 9.3 - Using Info from Graphs : I can use information from a picture graph, bar graph or line plot to solve simple addition, subtraction and comparing problems.

(GEO) ALT 10 - 3D Shapes and Attributes

I can draw and identify polygons and 3-D shapes based on their attributes.

AST 10.1 - Draw and Name 2D-3D Shapes : I can draw and name 2-D and 3-D shapes

AST 10.2 - Draw Various Geometrical Shapes : I can identify and draw triangles, quadrilaterals, pentagons, hexagons and cubes.

AST 10.3 - Drawing Based on Attributes : I can identify and draw a shape based on given attributes (faces, angles, etc.).

(GEO) ALT 11 - Using Fraction Language

I can break apart circles and rectangles into equal part and describe them in fraction language.

AST 11.1 - Break Apart a Rectangle : I can break apart a rectangle into square units and count the total.

AST 11.2 - Circles-Rectangles in 2, 3, 4 Equal Parts : I can break circles and rectangles in to 2, 3 and 4 equal parts and name them using fraction language.

AST 11.3 - Describing Fractions : I can describe fractions for their parts (halves, thirds, fourths) and wholes (two halves, three thirds, four fourths).

AST 11.4 - Equal Shares of 2 Polygons : I can show that equal shares of two identical polygons do not have to be the same shape. (A square can be divided into fourths by 4 squares or 4 rectangles.)

Physical Education ELT 1 - Expressive Efficient Movement

I can demonstrate motor skill competency in a variety of physical activities and motor skill proficiency in one physical activity

EST 1.1 - Basic Locomotor Patterns : Demonstrate mature forms of basic locomotor patterns: run, gallop, slide, horizontal jump, hop, leap and skip, starting and stopping on command and in control.

EST 1.2 - Manipulative Skills : Demonstrate critical elements in manipulative skills: throw, catch, kick and strike.

EST 1.3 - Balance : I can balance, demonstrating momentary stillness, in symmetrical and asymmetrical shapes on a variety of body parts.

EST 1.4 - Step Patterns : I can demonstrate three different step patterns and combinations of movements into repeatable sequences.

ELT 2 - Fitness For Lifetime

I can demonstrate knowledge of a physically active lifestyle

EST 2.1 - Changes in Body During Exercise : I can identify changes in my body during moderate to vigorous exercise.

ELT 3 - Self-Management Social Behavior

I can understand appropriate and positive behavior management (social skills) and respect for all individual differences, including gender, ethnicity, and physical ability during physical activity.

EST 3.1 - Identify Rules Procedures Etiquette : I can identify rules, procedures and etiquette in a specified physical activity.

EST 3.2 - Resolve Conflict : I can identify positive ways to resolve conflict.

Science (SF) ALT 1 - C-C Characteristics Environments

I can compare and contrast characteristics and behaviors of plants and animals and the environments where they live. (Structure and Function: Life Science)

AST 1.1 - List Characteristics of Plants : I can list the characteristics of a plant, including what they need in order to survive.

AST 1.2 - Label Parts of Plant : I can label the parts of a plant.

AST 1.3 - Describe Characteristics of Plant : I can describe characteristics of different plants.

AST 1.4 - Describe Characteristics of Animals : I can describe characteristics of different animals.

AST 1.5 - Describe How Animals Sense Danger : I can describe how animals sense, predict and respond to danger.

AST 1.6 - Explain Behavior of Animals : I can explain the behavior of animals in different environments. (Note: For common animals such as dogs, cats, fish, birds, and humans).

AST 1.7 - Explain Behavior of Plants : I can explain the behavior of plants in response to changes in their environment in terms of growing, wilting, leaning towards the sun, and sedentary.

AST 1.8 - C-C Two Plants Two Animals : I can compare and contrast two plants and/or two animals based on physical, environmental or behavioral characteristics.

(IC) ALT 2 - C-C Respond to Magnet Forces

I can compare and contrast how objects and materials respond to magnetic forces. (Interaction and Change: Physical Science)

AST 2.1 - Define Attract Repel : I can define attract and repel.

AST 2.2 - Identify Objects Attracted to Magnets : I can identify objects that are attracted to magnets.

AST 2.3 - Demonstrate Magnets Push Pull : I can demonstrate that magnets can push or pull some metal objects without touching them.

AST 2.4 - Explain Opposite Poles Attract : I can explain why the north and south poles of magnets are attracted to each other. (Opposite poles attract each other; like poles repel each other).

(IC) ALT 3 - C-C Describe Life Cycles

I can describe life cycles of plants and animals. (Interaction and Change: Life Science)

AST 3.1 - Explain S-I of Plants : I can explain, sequence and identify the life cycle of different types of plants.

AST 3.2 - Explain S-I of a Mammal : I can explain, sequence and identify the life cycle of a mammal.

AST 3.3 - Explain S-I of Insects : I can explain, sequence and identify the life cycle of insects.

AST 3.4 - Explain S-I of an Amphibian : I can explain, sequence and identify the life cycle of an amphibian.

(IC) ALT 4 - Observe and Record Patterns

I can observe and record the patterns of the apparent movement of the sun and the moon. (Interaction and Change: Earth/Space Science)

AST 4.1 - Observe Record Shape of Moon : I can observe and record how the shape of the moon appears to change during the month.

AST 4.2 - Observe Record Location of Sun : I can observe and record the location of the sun in the sky at different times of day.

AST 4.3 - Compare Movement Sun and Moon : I can compare the movement of the moon in the sky and the movement of the sun in the sky.

(IC) ALT 5 - Record and Summarize Temperatures

I can record and summarize daily and seasonal temperature changes. (Interaction and Change: Earth/Space Science)

AST 5.1 - Describe Temperature Locate Seasons : I can describe the temperature in different locations and seasons.

AST 5.2 - Measure Temps Using Thermometer : I can measure the temperature in different locations and seasons using a thermometer.

AST 5.3 - Use Data Summarize Temp Change : I can use data to summarize temperature changes.

(SI) ALT 6 - Observe Measure and Record

I can observe, measure and record properties of objects and substances using simple tools to gather data and extend the senses. (Science Inquiry)

AST 6.1 - Observe Record Properties : I can observe and record (draw, label, write) properties of objects.

AST 6.2 - Measure Properties Using Tools : I can measure properties of objects and substances using different measuring tools (ruler, magnifying glass, measuring cup, scale).

AST 6.3 - Give Description Using Senses : I can give detailed description of objects and substances using the senses.

(SI) ALT 7 - Make Predictions Based on Patterns

I can make predictions about living and non-living things and events in the environment based on observed patterns. (Science Inquiry)

AST 7.1 - Observe Identify Record Patterns : I can observe, identify, and record patterns

AST 7.2 - Make Predictions Living NonLiving : I can make predictions about living and non-living things.

AST 7.3 - Use Patterns Make Predictions : I can use observed patterns to make predictions of events in the environment.

(SI) ALT 8- Describe Observations Organize Data

I can describe and compare observations and organize recorded data. (Science Inquiry)

AST 8.1 - Describe Observations : I can describe (by drawing, labeling, writing) observations.

AST 8.2 - Compare Observations : I can compare observations.

AST 8.3 - Organize Data : I can organize data in a teacher-directed format. (Bar-graph, table, tally chart)

(ED) ALT 9 - Use Tools Construct Structure

I can use tools to construct a simple designed structure out of common objects and materials. (Engineering Design)

AST 9.1 - Use Tools Build Structure : I can use simple tools (stapler, scissors, straight edge) to build a teacher-directed structure out of common objects and materials. (Paper, straws, toothpicks, marshmallows, cardboard, etc.)

AST 9.2 - Plan Build Structure : I can plan and build a simple structure using common objects.

(ED) ALT 10 - Work With Team Design Structure

I can work with a team to complete a designed structure that can be shared with others. (Engineering Design)

AST 10.1 - Work With Team Design Structure : I can work with others in a team to come up with ideas for one structure design.

AST 10.2 - Cooperate With Team : I can cooperate with others in a team to complete together one structure that can be shared with others.

(ED) ALT 11 - Describe Engineering Design

I can describe an engineering design that is used to solve a problem or address a need. (Engineering Design)

AST 11.1 - Identify Problem : I can identify a problem or a need that can be solved with engineering design.

AST 11.2 - Describe ED Solved Problem : I can describe how the engineering design solved the problem or addressed the need.

Social Studies ALT 1 - Connecting Historical Events

I can describe the connection between and the importance of Two or more current or historical events.

AST 1.1 - Difference Between Past and Present : I can understand the difference between past and present.

AST 1.2 - Importance of Events : I can explain why an event is important.

AST 1.3 - Relevant and Less Relevant Info : I can distinguish between relevant and less relevant information.

ALT 2 - Compare-Contrast Past and Present

I can compare and contrast past and present situations, people, social structures, and events in neighborhoods and communities.

AST 2.1 - Celebrations, Traditions, Symbols : I can explain why various celebrations, traditions, and symbols are important to a community.

Example of Cause - Effect - AST 2.2 : I can identify and give examples of cause and effect.

AST 2.3 - Social Structures, Leaders and Impact : I can identify social structures and leaders and their impacts on the local community.

AST 2.4 - Compare and Contrast Methods : I can compare and contrast using a variety of methods.

ALT 3 - Locate and Evaluate

I can locate and evaluate information relating to an issue or problem.

AST 3.1 - Using Maps to Locate : I can use maps to locate information.

AST 3.2 - Saving : I can understand how saving can help to reach financial goals.

AST 3.3 - Conflict, Justice, General Welfare : I can explain and evaluate how people manage conflict, promote justice and general welfare.

Technology Ethics & Citizenship

Technology: 2: Ethics & Citizenship

1 : Advocate and practice safe, responsible use of information and technology

2 : Use safe practices related to the internet including protecting passwords and personal information

3 : Demonstrate responsible use of technological equipment and software as outlined in the acceptable use statement from the Students Rights and Responsibilities handbook

4 : Understand and adhere to ethical and legal use of copyright, licensing, and fair use laws

5 : Explore and discuss ethical behaviors when using technology

6 : Respect self, other users, and digital property (e.g. plagiarism, cyber-bullying, privacy)

7 : Demonstrate respect for existing desktop configuration, system preferences and user's properties such as assignments, projects and information storage systems

Critical Thinking & Problem Solving

Technology: 2: Critical Thinking & Problem Solving

1 : Integrate information with appropriate technology to make informed decisions and solve problems

2 : Recognize the need for information and formulate questions based on information needs

3 : Plan and manage tasks to develop solutions and complete projects

4 : Identify the steps of a project

Creative Use of Tech

Technology: 2: Creative Use of Tech

1 : Use technology as a means to develop innovative products that reflect originality and self-expression

2 : Use multimedia tools to create an original product

Communicate & Collaborate

Technology: 2: Communicate & Collaborate

1 : Present information and ideas effectively to a variety of audiences

2 : Create a simple document with more than one media element to communicate learning

3 : Identify design elements that contribute to an effective presentation for target audiences

4 : Effectively collaborate locally and globally

5 : Recognize that technology helps with communication at home and at school

Research

Technology: 2: Research

1 : Locate, organize, analyze, and cite information from a variety of sources and media

2 : Explore and use technology resources from a teacher selected list to gain information on a topic

3 : Understand that information found on websites has ownership rights

Tech Operations

Technology: 2: Tech Operations

1 : Understand and operate systems and applications

2 : Use an application for a specific purpose

3 : Troubleshoot systems and applications

4 : Use peer assistance and teacher directed strategies to solve hardware and software problems

5 : Store and access documents in different formats from various locations

6 : Appropriately name, store and retrieve from online information storage

Keyboarding

Technology: 2: Keyboarding

1 : Develop a familiarity with keyboard features (e.g., basic keys, arrow keys, return) and mouse commands (e.g., single/double click)