Standard: Earth and Space Sciences

Students demonstrate an understanding about how Earth systems and processes interact in the geosphere resulting in the habitability of Earth. This includes demonstrating an understanding of the composition of the universe, the solar system and Earth. In addition, it includes understanding the properties and the interconnected nature of Earth's systems, processes that shape Earth and Earth's history. Students also demonstrate an understanding of how the concepts and principles of energy, matter, motion and forces explain Earth systems, the solar system and the universe. Finally, they grasp an understanding of the historical perspectives, scientific approaches and emerging scientific issues associated with Earth and space sciences.

• Benchmark A: [K-2]
  Observe constant and changing patterns of objects in the day and night sky.
  

• Benchmark B: [K-2]
  Explain that living things cause changes on Earth.
  

• Benchmark C: [K-2]
  Observe, describe, and measure changes in the weather, both long term and short term.
  

• Benchmark D: [K-2]
  Describe what resources are and recognize some are limited but can be extended through recycling or decreased use.