Jefferson County Schools
Jefferson County Schools

Science - Grade 3

Science

The Terra Nova, Second Edition (CAT/6) is a comprehensive, modular assessment series, offering multiple measures of student achievement in science.
The Tennessee Science Curriculum Standards provide standards, performance indicators, and accomplishments for students in science.

Grade 3

The Tennessee Science Curriculum Standards provide standards, performance indicators, and accomplishments for students in third grade.


Earth and Space Science
The Earth and Space Science unit addresses the composition, structure, exploration, and history of the earth and space. Topics include plate tectonics, the atmosphere, geological cycles and processes, weather, climate, the solar system, and the universe.

    Atmosphere: Comprehend
The learner will be able to (ESSENTIAL) comprehend the atmosphere.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source
Atmosphere Comprehension Master Terra Nova 2nd Edition - CAT 6, Complete Battery, 2001, Level 13, 22 Earth/Space week tested: 29.; TN: Achievement Tests, 2001, Grade 3, Earth & Space Science 22 week tested: 29.
Instructional Resources
- AOL, Science Standards [internet].  http://aol.statestandards.com/getpage.dll?page=/tn/doc35300/section5312/index.htm
Unit Instructional Resources
- www.sin.fi.edu/tfi/activity/act-summ.html, Activities [On-line].  
- www.gamequarium.com/science.htm, Games, Activities [On-line].  
- www.primarygames.com/science.htm, Games, Activities [On-line].  
- www.brainpop.com/science/, Activities, Resources [On-line].  
- www.teachervision.com/lesson-plans/lesson-5163., Lesson Plans, Web Sites [On-line].  
- www.csun.edu/~vceed009/lesson.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.kids.earth.nasa.gov, Activities, Resources [On-line].  
- www.halcyon.com/mares/lessons.htm/, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.proteacher.com/110053.shtml, Lesson Plans, Web Sites [On-line].  
- www.atozteacher stuff.com/themes/environment, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.funbrain.com, Activities [On-line].  
- www.scienceteacher.org/k12resources/, Activities, Resources [On-line].  
- www.enchantedlearning.com/subjects/astronomy, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.bced.gov.bc.ca/irp/sciencek7/science00.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.enc.org/weblinks/lessonplans/science/, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- http://eartheducator.gsfc.nasa.gov, Activities [On-line].  
  
    Earth: Water/Geologic/Recognize/Compare
The learner will be able to (IMPORTANT) recognize and compare different landforms and bodies of water.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source
Earth: Geological Properties Analysis Master TN: Curriculum Standards, 2001, Grade 3, Learning Accomplishment 3.9.1
Unit Instructional Resources
- www.sin.fi.edu/tfi/activity/act-summ.html, Activities [On-line].  
- www.gamequarium.com/science.htm, Games, Activities [On-line].  
- www.primarygames.com/science.htm, Games, Activities [On-line].  
- www.brainpop.com/science/, Activities, Resources [On-line].  
- www.teachervision.com/lesson-plans/lesson-5163., Lesson Plans, Web Sites [On-line].  
- www.csun.edu/~vceed009/lesson.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.kids.earth.nasa.gov, Activities, Resources [On-line].  
- www.halcyon.com/mares/lessons.htm/, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.proteacher.com/110053.shtml, Lesson Plans, Web Sites [On-line].  
- www.atozteacher stuff.com/themes/environment, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.funbrain.com, Activities [On-line].  
- www.scienceteacher.org/k12resources/, Activities, Resources [On-line].  
- www.enchantedlearning.com/subjects/astronomy, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.bced.gov.bc.ca/irp/sciencek7/science00.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.enc.org/weblinks/lessonplans/science/, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- http://eartheducator.gsfc.nasa.gov, Activities [On-line].  
  
    Earth: Geology/Choose/Illustration
The learner will be able to (ESSENTIAL) choose the illustration that identifies a particular geological feature.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source
Earth: Geological Properties Application Master TN: Curriculum Standards, 2001, Grade 3, as documented through state assessment, Performance Indicator 3.9.spi.2
Unit Instructional Resources
- www.sin.fi.edu/tfi/activity/act-summ.html, Activities [On-line].  
- www.gamequarium.com/science.htm, Games, Activities [On-line].  
- www.primarygames.com/science.htm, Games, Activities [On-line].  
- www.brainpop.com/science/, Activities, Resources [On-line].  
- www.teachervision.com/lesson-plans/lesson-5163., Lesson Plans, Web Sites [On-line].  
- www.csun.edu/~vceed009/lesson.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.kids.earth.nasa.gov, Activities, Resources [On-line].  
- www.halcyon.com/mares/lessons.htm/, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.proteacher.com/110053.shtml, Lesson Plans, Web Sites [On-line].  
- www.atozteacher stuff.com/themes/environment, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.funbrain.com, Activities [On-line].  
- www.scienceteacher.org/k12resources/, Activities, Resources [On-line].  
- www.enchantedlearning.com/subjects/astronomy, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.bced.gov.bc.ca/irp/sciencek7/science00.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.enc.org/weblinks/lessonplans/science/, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- http://eartheducator.gsfc.nasa.gov, Activities [On-line].  
  
    Earth: Geology/Recognize/Feature
The learner will be able to (ESSENTIAL) recognize a geological feature when provided with specific information.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source
Earth: Geological Properties Knowledge Master TN: Curriculum Standards, 2001, Grade 3, as documented through state assessment, Performance Indicator 3.9.spi.3
Unit Instructional Resources
- www.sin.fi.edu/tfi/activity/act-summ.html, Activities [On-line].  
- www.gamequarium.com/science.htm, Games, Activities [On-line].  
- www.primarygames.com/science.htm, Games, Activities [On-line].  
- www.brainpop.com/science/, Activities, Resources [On-line].  
- www.teachervision.com/lesson-plans/lesson-5163., Lesson Plans, Web Sites [On-line].  
- www.csun.edu/~vceed009/lesson.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.kids.earth.nasa.gov, Activities, Resources [On-line].  
- www.halcyon.com/mares/lessons.htm/, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.proteacher.com/110053.shtml, Lesson Plans, Web Sites [On-line].  
- www.atozteacher stuff.com/themes/environment, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.funbrain.com, Activities [On-line].  
- www.scienceteacher.org/k12resources/, Activities, Resources [On-line].  
- www.enchantedlearning.com/subjects/astronomy, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.bced.gov.bc.ca/irp/sciencek7/science00.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.enc.org/weblinks/lessonplans/science/, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- http://eartheducator.gsfc.nasa.gov, Activities [On-line].  
  
    Earth: History
The learner will be able to (ESSENTIAL) understand the earth's history.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source
Earth: History Comprehension Master TN: Achievement Tests, 2001, Grade 3, Earth & Space Science 22 week tested: 29.
Unit Instructional Resources
- www.sin.fi.edu/tfi/activity/act-summ.html, Activities [On-line].  
- www.gamequarium.com/science.htm, Games, Activities [On-line].  
- www.primarygames.com/science.htm, Games, Activities [On-line].  
- www.brainpop.com/science/, Activities, Resources [On-line].  
- www.teachervision.com/lesson-plans/lesson-5163., Lesson Plans, Web Sites [On-line].  
- www.csun.edu/~vceed009/lesson.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.kids.earth.nasa.gov, Activities, Resources [On-line].  
- www.halcyon.com/mares/lessons.htm/, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.proteacher.com/110053.shtml, Lesson Plans, Web Sites [On-line].  
- www.atozteacher stuff.com/themes/environment, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.funbrain.com, Activities [On-line].  
- www.scienceteacher.org/k12resources/, Activities, Resources [On-line].  
- www.enchantedlearning.com/subjects/astronomy, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.bced.gov.bc.ca/irp/sciencek7/science00.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.enc.org/weblinks/lessonplans/science/, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- http://eartheducator.gsfc.nasa.gov, Activities [On-line].  
  
    Earth: Materials/Comprehend/Composed
The learner will be able to (ESSENTIAL) comprehend that the earth is composed of various materials.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source
Earth: Materials Comprehension Master TN: Achievement Tests, 2001, Grade 3, Earth & Space Science 22 week tested: 29.
Unit Instructional Resources
- www.sin.fi.edu/tfi/activity/act-summ.html, Activities [On-line].  
- www.gamequarium.com/science.htm, Games, Activities [On-line].  
- www.primarygames.com/science.htm, Games, Activities [On-line].  
- www.brainpop.com/science/, Activities, Resources [On-line].  
- www.teachervision.com/lesson-plans/lesson-5163., Lesson Plans, Web Sites [On-line].  
- www.csun.edu/~vceed009/lesson.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.kids.earth.nasa.gov, Activities, Resources [On-line].  
- www.halcyon.com/mares/lessons.htm/, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.proteacher.com/110053.shtml, Lesson Plans, Web Sites [On-line].  
- www.atozteacher stuff.com/themes/environment, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.funbrain.com, Activities [On-line].  
- www.scienceteacher.org/k12resources/, Activities, Resources [On-line].  
- www.enchantedlearning.com/subjects/astronomy, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.bced.gov.bc.ca/irp/sciencek7/science00.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.enc.org/weblinks/lessonplans/science/, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- http://eartheducator.gsfc.nasa.gov, Activities [On-line].  
  
    Earth: Materials/Identify/Properties
The learner will be able to (IMPORTANT) identify that a variety of earth materials exist which have properties that can be measured and observed.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source
Earth: Materials Knowledge Master TN: Curriculum Standards, 2001, Grade 3, Learning Accomplishment 3.10.1
Unit Instructional Resources
- www.sin.fi.edu/tfi/activity/act-summ.html, Activities [On-line].  
- www.gamequarium.com/science.htm, Games, Activities [On-line].  
- www.primarygames.com/science.htm, Games, Activities [On-line].  
- www.brainpop.com/science/, Activities, Resources [On-line].  
- www.teachervision.com/lesson-plans/lesson-5163., Lesson Plans, Web Sites [On-line].  
- www.csun.edu/~vceed009/lesson.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.kids.earth.nasa.gov, Activities, Resources [On-line].  
- www.halcyon.com/mares/lessons.htm/, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.proteacher.com/110053.shtml, Lesson Plans, Web Sites [On-line].  
- www.atozteacher stuff.com/themes/environment, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.funbrain.com, Activities [On-line].  
- www.scienceteacher.org/k12resources/, Activities, Resources [On-line].  
- www.enchantedlearning.com/subjects/astronomy, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.bced.gov.bc.ca/irp/sciencek7/science00.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.enc.org/weblinks/lessonplans/science/, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- http://eartheducator.gsfc.nasa.gov, Activities [On-line].  
  
    Earth: Materials/Observe
The learner will be able to (IMPORTANT) observe that earth materials can be recycled or conserved.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source
Earth: Materials Comprehension Master TN: Curriculum Standards, 2001, Grade 3, Learning Accomplishment 3.10.2
Unit Instructional Resources
- www.sin.fi.edu/tfi/activity/act-summ.html, Activities [On-line].  
- www.gamequarium.com/science.htm, Games, Activities [On-line].  
- www.primarygames.com/science.htm, Games, Activities [On-line].  
- www.brainpop.com/science/, Activities, Resources [On-line].  
- www.teachervision.com/lesson-plans/lesson-5163., Lesson Plans, Web Sites [On-line].  
- www.csun.edu/~vceed009/lesson.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.kids.earth.nasa.gov, Activities, Resources [On-line].  
- www.halcyon.com/mares/lessons.htm/, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.proteacher.com/110053.shtml, Lesson Plans, Web Sites [On-line].  
- www.atozteacher stuff.com/themes/environment, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.funbrain.com, Activities [On-line].  
- www.scienceteacher.org/k12resources/, Activities, Resources [On-line].  
- www.enchantedlearning.com/subjects/astronomy, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.bced.gov.bc.ca/irp/sciencek7/science00.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.enc.org/weblinks/lessonplans/science/, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- http://eartheducator.gsfc.nasa.gov, Activities [On-line].  
  
    Earth: Materials/Properties
The learner will be able to (ESSENTIAL) understand the properties of Earth's materials.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source
Earth: Materials Comprehension Master TN: Achievement Tests, 2001, Grade 3, Earth & Space Science 22 week tested: 29.
Unit Instructional Resources
- www.sin.fi.edu/tfi/activity/act-summ.html, Activities [On-line].  
- www.gamequarium.com/science.htm, Games, Activities [On-line].  
- www.primarygames.com/science.htm, Games, Activities [On-line].  
- www.brainpop.com/science/, Activities, Resources [On-line].  
- www.teachervision.com/lesson-plans/lesson-5163., Lesson Plans, Web Sites [On-line].  
- www.csun.edu/~vceed009/lesson.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.kids.earth.nasa.gov, Activities, Resources [On-line].  
- www.halcyon.com/mares/lessons.htm/, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.proteacher.com/110053.shtml, Lesson Plans, Web Sites [On-line].  
- www.atozteacher stuff.com/themes/environment, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.funbrain.com, Activities [On-line].  
- www.scienceteacher.org/k12resources/, Activities, Resources [On-line].  
- www.enchantedlearning.com/subjects/astronomy, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.bced.gov.bc.ca/irp/sciencek7/science00.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.enc.org/weblinks/lessonplans/science/, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- http://eartheducator.gsfc.nasa.gov, Activities [On-line].  
  
    Earth: Materials/Recognize/Measurable
The learner will be able to (ESSENTIAL) recognize a measurable characteristic of a particular earth material.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source
Earth: Materials Knowledge Master TN: Curriculum Standards, 2001, Grade 3, as documented through state assessment, Performance Indicator 3.10.spi.2
Unit Instructional Resources
- www.sin.fi.edu/tfi/activity/act-summ.html, Activities [On-line].  
- www.gamequarium.com/science.htm, Games, Activities [On-line].  
- www.primarygames.com/science.htm, Games, Activities [On-line].  
- www.brainpop.com/science/, Activities, Resources [On-line].  
- www.teachervision.com/lesson-plans/lesson-5163., Lesson Plans, Web Sites [On-line].  
- www.csun.edu/~vceed009/lesson.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.kids.earth.nasa.gov, Activities, Resources [On-line].  
- www.halcyon.com/mares/lessons.htm/, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.proteacher.com/110053.shtml, Lesson Plans, Web Sites [On-line].  
- www.atozteacher stuff.com/themes/environment, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.funbrain.com, Activities [On-line].  
- www.scienceteacher.org/k12resources/, Activities, Resources [On-line].  
- www.enchantedlearning.com/subjects/astronomy, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.bced.gov.bc.ca/irp/sciencek7/science00.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.enc.org/weblinks/lessonplans/science/, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- http://eartheducator.gsfc.nasa.gov, Activities [On-line].  
  
    Earth: Rotation/Describe/Sun
The learner will be able to (IMPORTANT) describe how the rotation of the earth relative to the sun results in day and night.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source
Earth: Rotation Comprehension Master TN: Curriculum Standards, 2001, Grade 3, Learning Accomplishment 3.7.2.a
Unit Instructional Resources
- www.sin.fi.edu/tfi/activity/act-summ.html, Activities [On-line].  
- www.gamequarium.com/science.htm, Games, Activities [On-line].  
- www.primarygames.com/science.htm, Games, Activities [On-line].  
- www.brainpop.com/science/, Activities, Resources [On-line].  
- www.teachervision.com/lesson-plans/lesson-5163., Lesson Plans, Web Sites [On-line].  
- www.csun.edu/~vceed009/lesson.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.kids.earth.nasa.gov, Activities, Resources [On-line].  
- www.halcyon.com/mares/lessons.htm/, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.proteacher.com/110053.shtml, Lesson Plans, Web Sites [On-line].  
- www.atozteacher stuff.com/themes/environment, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.funbrain.com, Activities [On-line].  
- www.scienceteacher.org/k12resources/, Activities, Resources [On-line].  
- www.enchantedlearning.com/subjects/astronomy, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.bced.gov.bc.ca/irp/sciencek7/science00.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.enc.org/weblinks/lessonplans/science/, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- http://eartheducator.gsfc.nasa.gov, Activities [On-line].  
  
    Earth and Sky: Explore/Alterations
The learner will be able to (ESSENTIAL) explore alterations in the earth and sky.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source
Earth and Sky Analysis Master TN: Achievement Tests, 2001, Grade 3, Earth & Space Science 22 week tested: 29.
Unit Instructional Resources
- www.sin.fi.edu/tfi/activity/act-summ.html, Activities [On-line].  
- www.gamequarium.com/science.htm, Games, Activities [On-line].  
- www.primarygames.com/science.htm, Games, Activities [On-line].  
- www.brainpop.com/science/, Activities, Resources [On-line].  
- www.teachervision.com/lesson-plans/lesson-5163., Lesson Plans, Web Sites [On-line].  
- www.csun.edu/~vceed009/lesson.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.kids.earth.nasa.gov, Activities, Resources [On-line].  
- www.halcyon.com/mares/lessons.htm/, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.proteacher.com/110053.shtml, Lesson Plans, Web Sites [On-line].  
- www.atozteacher stuff.com/themes/environment, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.funbrain.com, Activities [On-line].  
- www.scienceteacher.org/k12resources/, Activities, Resources [On-line].  
- www.enchantedlearning.com/subjects/astronomy, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.bced.gov.bc.ca/irp/sciencek7/science00.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.enc.org/weblinks/lessonplans/science/, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- http://eartheducator.gsfc.nasa.gov, Activities [On-line].  
  
    Earth, Moon & Sun: System/Comprehend
The learner will be able to (ESSENTIAL) comprehend the earth-moon system.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source
Earth, Moon, and Sun Comprehension Master TN: Achievement Tests, 2001, Grade 3, Earth & Space Science 22 week tested: 29.
Unit Instructional Resources
- www.sin.fi.edu/tfi/activity/act-summ.html, Activities [On-line].  
- www.gamequarium.com/science.htm, Games, Activities [On-line].  
- www.primarygames.com/science.htm, Games, Activities [On-line].  
- www.brainpop.com/science/, Activities, Resources [On-line].  
- www.teachervision.com/lesson-plans/lesson-5163., Lesson Plans, Web Sites [On-line].  
- www.csun.edu/~vceed009/lesson.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.kids.earth.nasa.gov, Activities, Resources [On-line].  
- www.halcyon.com/mares/lessons.htm/, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.proteacher.com/110053.shtml, Lesson Plans, Web Sites [On-line].  
- www.atozteacher stuff.com/themes/environment, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.funbrain.com, Activities [On-line].  
- www.scienceteacher.org/k12resources/, Activities, Resources [On-line].  
- www.enchantedlearning.com/subjects/astronomy, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.bced.gov.bc.ca/irp/sciencek7/science00.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.enc.org/weblinks/lessonplans/science/, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- http://eartheducator.gsfc.nasa.gov, Activities [On-line].  
  
    Instruments: Telescopes/Identify
The learner will be able to (IMPORTANT) identify that telescopes are used to study distant objects.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source
Instruments: Astronomical Knowledge Master TN: Curriculum Standards, 2001, Grade 3, Learning Accomplishment 3.7.1.a
Unit Instructional Resources
- www.sin.fi.edu/tfi/activity/act-summ.html, Activities [On-line].  
- www.gamequarium.com/science.htm, Games, Activities [On-line].  
- www.primarygames.com/science.htm, Games, Activities [On-line].  
- www.brainpop.com/science/, Activities, Resources [On-line].  
- www.teachervision.com/lesson-plans/lesson-5163., Lesson Plans, Web Sites [On-line].  
- www.csun.edu/~vceed009/lesson.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.kids.earth.nasa.gov, Activities, Resources [On-line].  
- www.halcyon.com/mares/lessons.htm/, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.proteacher.com/110053.shtml, Lesson Plans, Web Sites [On-line].  
- www.atozteacher stuff.com/themes/environment, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.funbrain.com, Activities [On-line].  
- www.scienceteacher.org/k12resources/, Activities, Resources [On-line].  
- www.enchantedlearning.com/subjects/astronomy, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.bced.gov.bc.ca/irp/sciencek7/science00.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.enc.org/weblinks/lessonplans/science/, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- http://eartheducator.gsfc.nasa.gov, Activities [On-line].  
  
    Moon: Phases/Recognize/Order
The learner will be able to (IMPORTANT) survey, recognize and order the phases of the moon.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source
Moon Application Master TN: Curriculum Standards, 2001, Grade 3, Learning Accomplishment 3.7.2.b
Unit Instructional Resources
- www.sin.fi.edu/tfi/activity/act-summ.html, Activities [On-line].  
- www.gamequarium.com/science.htm, Games, Activities [On-line].  
- www.primarygames.com/science.htm, Games, Activities [On-line].  
- www.brainpop.com/science/, Activities, Resources [On-line].  
- www.teachervision.com/lesson-plans/lesson-5163., Lesson Plans, Web Sites [On-line].  
- www.csun.edu/~vceed009/lesson.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.kids.earth.nasa.gov, Activities, Resources [On-line].  
- www.halcyon.com/mares/lessons.htm/, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.proteacher.com/110053.shtml, Lesson Plans, Web Sites [On-line].  
- www.atozteacher stuff.com/themes/environment, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.funbrain.com, Activities [On-line].  
- www.scienceteacher.org/k12resources/, Activities, Resources [On-line].  
- www.enchantedlearning.com/subjects/astronomy, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.bced.gov.bc.ca/irp/sciencek7/science00.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.enc.org/weblinks/lessonplans/science/, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- http://eartheducator.gsfc.nasa.gov, Activities [On-line].  
  
    Moon: Phases/Recognize/Four
The learner will be able to (ESSENTIAL) recognize the four basic phases of the moon.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source
Moon Knowledge Master TN: Curriculum Standards, 2001, Grade 3, as documented through state assessment, Performance Indicator 3.7.spi.4
Unit Instructional Resources
- www.sin.fi.edu/tfi/activity/act-summ.html, Activities [On-line].  
- www.gamequarium.com/science.htm, Games, Activities [On-line].  
- www.primarygames.com/science.htm, Games, Activities [On-line].  
- www.brainpop.com/science/, Activities, Resources [On-line].  
- www.teachervision.com/lesson-plans/lesson-5163., Lesson Plans, Web Sites [On-line].  
- www.csun.edu/~vceed009/lesson.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.kids.earth.nasa.gov, Activities, Resources [On-line].  
- www.halcyon.com/mares/lessons.htm/, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.proteacher.com/110053.shtml, Lesson Plans, Web Sites [On-line].  
- www.atozteacher stuff.com/themes/environment, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.funbrain.com, Activities [On-line].  
- www.scienceteacher.org/k12resources/, Activities, Resources [On-line].  
- www.enchantedlearning.com/subjects/astronomy, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.bced.gov.bc.ca/irp/sciencek7/science00.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.enc.org/weblinks/lessonplans/science/, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- http://eartheducator.gsfc.nasa.gov, Activities [On-line].  
  
    Natural/Man-Made: Recognize
The learner will be able to (ESSENTIAL) recognize an object as natural or man-made.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source
Air Knowledge Master TN: Curriculum Standards, 2001, Grade 3, as documented through state assessment, Performance Indicator 3.10.spi.1
Unit Instructional Resources
- www.sin.fi.edu/tfi/activity/act-summ.html, Activities [On-line].  
- www.gamequarium.com/science.htm, Games, Activities [On-line].  
- www.primarygames.com/science.htm, Games, Activities [On-line].  
- www.brainpop.com/science/, Activities, Resources [On-line].  
- www.teachervision.com/lesson-plans/lesson-5163., Lesson Plans, Web Sites [On-line].  
- www.csun.edu/~vceed009/lesson.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.kids.earth.nasa.gov, Activities, Resources [On-line].  
- www.halcyon.com/mares/lessons.htm/, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.proteacher.com/110053.shtml, Lesson Plans, Web Sites [On-line].  
- www.atozteacher stuff.com/themes/environment, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.funbrain.com, Activities [On-line].  
- www.scienceteacher.org/k12resources/, Activities, Resources [On-line].  
- www.enchantedlearning.com/subjects/astronomy, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.bced.gov.bc.ca/irp/sciencek7/science00.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.enc.org/weblinks/lessonplans/science/, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- http://eartheducator.gsfc.nasa.gov, Activities [On-line].  
  
    Natural Resources
The learner will be able to (ESSENTIAL) understand natural resources.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source
Natural Resources Comprehension Master Terra Nova 2nd Edition - CAT 6, Complete Battery, 2001, Level 13, 24 Personal/Social week tested: 29.; TN: Achievement Tests, 2001, Grade 3, Personal/Social Perspectives 24 week tested: 29.
Unit Instructional Resources
- www.sin.fi.edu/tfi/activity/act-summ.html, Activities [On-line].  
- www.gamequarium.com/science.htm, Games, Activities [On-line].  
- www.primarygames.com/science.htm, Games, Activities [On-line].  
- www.brainpop.com/science/, Activities, Resources [On-line].  
- www.teachervision.com/lesson-plans/lesson-5163., Lesson Plans, Web Sites [On-line].  
- www.csun.edu/~vceed009/lesson.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.kids.earth.nasa.gov, Activities, Resources [On-line].  
- www.halcyon.com/mares/lessons.htm/, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.proteacher.com/110053.shtml, Lesson Plans, Web Sites [On-line].  
- www.atozteacher stuff.com/themes/environment, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.funbrain.com, Activities [On-line].  
- www.scienceteacher.org/k12resources/, Activities, Resources [On-line].  
- www.enchantedlearning.com/subjects/astronomy, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.bced.gov.bc.ca/irp/sciencek7/science00.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.enc.org/weblinks/lessonplans/science/, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- http://eartheducator.gsfc.nasa.gov, Activities [On-line].  
  
    Natural Resources: Illustration/Choose
The learner will be able to (ESSENTIAL) choose the illustration that depicts a method to conserve or reuse a natural resource.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source
Natural Resources Application Master TN: Curriculum Standards, 2001, Grade 3, as documented through state assessment, Performance Indicator 3.10.spi.3
Unit Instructional Resources
- www.sin.fi.edu/tfi/activity/act-summ.html, Activities [On-line].  
- www.gamequarium.com/science.htm, Games, Activities [On-line].  
- www.primarygames.com/science.htm, Games, Activities [On-line].  
- www.brainpop.com/science/, Activities, Resources [On-line].  
- www.teachervision.com/lesson-plans/lesson-5163., Lesson Plans, Web Sites [On-line].  
- www.csun.edu/~vceed009/lesson.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.kids.earth.nasa.gov, Activities, Resources [On-line].  
- www.halcyon.com/mares/lessons.htm/, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.proteacher.com/110053.shtml, Lesson Plans, Web Sites [On-line].  
- www.atozteacher stuff.com/themes/environment, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.funbrain.com, Activities [On-line].  
- www.scienceteacher.org/k12resources/, Activities, Resources [On-line].  
- www.enchantedlearning.com/subjects/astronomy, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.bced.gov.bc.ca/irp/sciencek7/science00.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.enc.org/weblinks/lessonplans/science/, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- http://eartheducator.gsfc.nasa.gov, Activities [On-line].  
  
    Observations: Instrument/Select
The learner will be able to (ESSENTIAL) select a suitable instrument for observing a particular distant object.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source
Air Application Master TN: Curriculum Standards, 2001, Grade 3, as documented through state assessment, Performance Indicator 3.7.spi.3
Unit Instructional Resources
- www.sin.fi.edu/tfi/activity/act-summ.html, Activities [On-line].  
- www.gamequarium.com/science.htm, Games, Activities [On-line].  
- www.primarygames.com/science.htm, Games, Activities [On-line].  
- www.brainpop.com/science/, Activities, Resources [On-line].  
- www.teachervision.com/lesson-plans/lesson-5163., Lesson Plans, Web Sites [On-line].  
- www.csun.edu/~vceed009/lesson.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.kids.earth.nasa.gov, Activities, Resources [On-line].  
- www.halcyon.com/mares/lessons.htm/, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.proteacher.com/110053.shtml, Lesson Plans, Web Sites [On-line].  
- www.atozteacher stuff.com/themes/environment, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.funbrain.com, Activities [On-line].  
- www.scienceteacher.org/k12resources/, Activities, Resources [On-line].  
- www.enchantedlearning.com/subjects/astronomy, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.bced.gov.bc.ca/irp/sciencek7/science00.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.enc.org/weblinks/lessonplans/science/, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- http://eartheducator.gsfc.nasa.gov, Activities [On-line].  
  
    Resources: Comprehend
The learner will be able to (ESSENTIAL) comprehend resources.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source
Resources Comprehension Master TN: Achievement Tests, 2001, Grade 3, Personal/Social Perspectives 24 week tested: 29.
Unit Instructional Resources
- www.sin.fi.edu/tfi/activity/act-summ.html, Activities [On-line].  
- www.gamequarium.com/science.htm, Games, Activities [On-line].  
- www.primarygames.com/science.htm, Games, Activities [On-line].  
- www.brainpop.com/science/, Activities, Resources [On-line].  
- www.teachervision.com/lesson-plans/lesson-5163., Lesson Plans, Web Sites [On-line].  
- www.csun.edu/~vceed009/lesson.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.kids.earth.nasa.gov, Activities, Resources [On-line].  
- www.halcyon.com/mares/lessons.htm/, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.proteacher.com/110053.shtml, Lesson Plans, Web Sites [On-line].  
- www.atozteacher stuff.com/themes/environment, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.funbrain.com, Activities [On-line].  
- www.scienceteacher.org/k12resources/, Activities, Resources [On-line].  
- www.enchantedlearning.com/subjects/astronomy, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.bced.gov.bc.ca/irp/sciencek7/science00.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.enc.org/weblinks/lessonplans/science/, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- http://eartheducator.gsfc.nasa.gov, Activities [On-line].  
  
    Rocks: Recognize Types
The learner will be able to (IMPORTANT) recognize rock types.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source
Rocks Knowledge Master TN: Curriculum Standards, 2001, Grade 3, Learning Accomplishment 3.10.1.b
Unit Instructional Resources
- www.sin.fi.edu/tfi/activity/act-summ.html, Activities [On-line].  
- www.gamequarium.com/science.htm, Games, Activities [On-line].  
- www.primarygames.com/science.htm, Games, Activities [On-line].  
- www.brainpop.com/science/, Activities, Resources [On-line].  
- www.teachervision.com/lesson-plans/lesson-5163., Lesson Plans, Web Sites [On-line].  
- www.csun.edu/~vceed009/lesson.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.kids.earth.nasa.gov, Activities, Resources [On-line].  
- www.halcyon.com/mares/lessons.htm/, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.proteacher.com/110053.shtml, Lesson Plans, Web Sites [On-line].  
- www.atozteacher stuff.com/themes/environment, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.funbrain.com, Activities [On-line].  
- www.scienceteacher.org/k12resources/, Activities, Resources [On-line].  
- www.enchantedlearning.com/subjects/astronomy, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.bced.gov.bc.ca/irp/sciencek7/science00.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.enc.org/weblinks/lessonplans/science/, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- http://eartheducator.gsfc.nasa.gov, Activities [On-line].  
  
    Rocks: Types
The learner will be able to (ESSENTIAL) understand igneous, sedimentary, and/or metamorphic rocks.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source
Rocks Comprehension Master TN: Achievement Tests, 2001, Grade 3, Earth & Space Science 22 week tested: 29.
Unit Instructional Resources
- www.sin.fi.edu/tfi/activity/act-summ.html, Activities [On-line].  
- www.gamequarium.com/science.htm, Games, Activities [On-line].  
- www.primarygames.com/science.htm, Games, Activities [On-line].  
- www.brainpop.com/science/, Activities, Resources [On-line].  
- www.teachervision.com/lesson-plans/lesson-5163., Lesson Plans, Web Sites [On-line].  
- www.csun.edu/~vceed009/lesson.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.kids.earth.nasa.gov, Activities, Resources [On-line].  
- www.halcyon.com/mares/lessons.htm/, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.proteacher.com/110053.shtml, Lesson Plans, Web Sites [On-line].  
- www.atozteacher stuff.com/themes/environment, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.funbrain.com, Activities [On-line].  
- www.scienceteacher.org/k12resources/, Activities, Resources [On-line].  
- www.enchantedlearning.com/subjects/astronomy, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.bced.gov.bc.ca/irp/sciencek7/science00.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.enc.org/weblinks/lessonplans/science/, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- http://eartheducator.gsfc.nasa.gov, Activities [On-line].  
  
    Rocks: Understand/Dynamics
The learner will be able to (ESSENTIAL) understand rock dynamics.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source
Rocks Comprehension Master Terra Nova 2nd Edition - CAT 6, Complete Battery, 2001, Level 13, 22 Earth/Space week tested: 29.
Unit Instructional Resources
- www.sin.fi.edu/tfi/activity/act-summ.html, Activities [On-line].  
- www.gamequarium.com/science.htm, Games, Activities [On-line].  
- www.primarygames.com/science.htm, Games, Activities [On-line].  
- www.brainpop.com/science/, Activities, Resources [On-line].  
- www.teachervision.com/lesson-plans/lesson-5163., Lesson Plans, Web Sites [On-line].  
- www.csun.edu/~vceed009/lesson.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.kids.earth.nasa.gov, Activities, Resources [On-line].  
- www.halcyon.com/mares/lessons.htm/, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.proteacher.com/110053.shtml, Lesson Plans, Web Sites [On-line].  
- www.atozteacher stuff.com/themes/environment, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.funbrain.com, Activities [On-line].  
- www.scienceteacher.org/k12resources/, Activities, Resources [On-line].  
- www.enchantedlearning.com/subjects/astronomy, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.bced.gov.bc.ca/irp/sciencek7/science00.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.enc.org/weblinks/lessonplans/science/, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- http://eartheducator.gsfc.nasa.gov, Activities [On-line].  
  
    Rocks and Minerals: Explain/Made Up
The learner will be able to (IMPORTANT) explain that rock is made up of various combinations of minerals.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source
Rocks and Minerals Comprehension Master TN: Curriculum Standards, 2001, Grade 3, Learning Accomplishment 3.10.1.a
Unit Instructional Resources
- www.sin.fi.edu/tfi/activity/act-summ.html, Activities [On-line].  
- www.gamequarium.com/science.htm, Games, Activities [On-line].  
- www.primarygames.com/science.htm, Games, Activities [On-line].  
- www.brainpop.com/science/, Activities, Resources [On-line].  
- www.teachervision.com/lesson-plans/lesson-5163., Lesson Plans, Web Sites [On-line].  
- www.csun.edu/~vceed009/lesson.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.kids.earth.nasa.gov, Activities, Resources [On-line].  
- www.halcyon.com/mares/lessons.htm/, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.proteacher.com/110053.shtml, Lesson Plans, Web Sites [On-line].  
- www.atozteacher stuff.com/themes/environment, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.funbrain.com, Activities [On-line].  
- www.scienceteacher.org/k12resources/, Activities, Resources [On-line].  
- www.enchantedlearning.com/subjects/astronomy, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.bced.gov.bc.ca/irp/sciencek7/science00.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.enc.org/weblinks/lessonplans/science/, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- http://eartheducator.gsfc.nasa.gov, Activities [On-line].  
  
    Seasons: Weather/Recognize
The learner will be able to (ESSENTIAL) recognize the season given specific weather conditions.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source
Seasons Knowledge Master TN: Curriculum Standards, 2001, Grade 3, as documented through state assessment, Performance Indicator 3.8.spi.2
Unit Instructional Resources
- www.sin.fi.edu/tfi/activity/act-summ.html, Activities [On-line].  
- www.gamequarium.com/science.htm, Games, Activities [On-line].  
- www.primarygames.com/science.htm, Games, Activities [On-line].  
- www.brainpop.com/science/, Activities, Resources [On-line].  
- www.teachervision.com/lesson-plans/lesson-5163., Lesson Plans, Web Sites [On-line].  
- www.csun.edu/~vceed009/lesson.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.kids.earth.nasa.gov, Activities, Resources [On-line].  
- www.halcyon.com/mares/lessons.htm/, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.proteacher.com/110053.shtml, Lesson Plans, Web Sites [On-line].  
- www.atozteacher stuff.com/themes/environment, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.funbrain.com, Activities [On-line].  
- www.scienceteacher.org/k12resources/, Activities, Resources [On-line].  
- www.enchantedlearning.com/subjects/astronomy, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.bced.gov.bc.ca/irp/sciencek7/science00.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.enc.org/weblinks/lessonplans/science/, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- http://eartheducator.gsfc.nasa.gov, Activities [On-line].  
  
    Sky: Objects
The learner will be able to (ESSENTIAL) develop an understanding of the objects in the sky.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source
Sky Comprehension Master TN: Achievement Tests, 2001, Grade 3, Earth & Space Science 22 week tested: 29.
Unit Instructional Resources
- www.sin.fi.edu/tfi/activity/act-summ.html, Activities [On-line].  
- www.gamequarium.com/science.htm, Games, Activities [On-line].  
- www.primarygames.com/science.htm, Games, Activities [On-line].  
- www.brainpop.com/science/, Activities, Resources [On-line].  
- www.teachervision.com/lesson-plans/lesson-5163., Lesson Plans, Web Sites [On-line].  
- www.csun.edu/~vceed009/lesson.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.kids.earth.nasa.gov, Activities, Resources [On-line].  
- www.halcyon.com/mares/lessons.htm/, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.proteacher.com/110053.shtml, Lesson Plans, Web Sites [On-line].  
- www.atozteacher stuff.com/themes/environment, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.funbrain.com, Activities [On-line].  
- www.scienceteacher.org/k12resources/, Activities, Resources [On-line].  
- www.enchantedlearning.com/subjects/astronomy, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.bced.gov.bc.ca/irp/sciencek7/science00.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.enc.org/weblinks/lessonplans/science/, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- http://eartheducator.gsfc.nasa.gov, Activities [On-line].  
  
    Sky: Objects/Identify/Day/Night
The learner will be able to (ESSENTIAL) identify objects visible in the sky during the day and night.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source
Sky Knowledge Master TN: Curriculum Standards, 2001, Grade 3, as documented through state assessment, Performance Indicator 3.7.spi.1, Learning Accomplishment 3.7.1
Unit Instructional Resources
- www.sin.fi.edu/tfi/activity/act-summ.html, Activities [On-line].  
- www.gamequarium.com/science.htm, Games, Activities [On-line].  
- www.primarygames.com/science.htm, Games, Activities [On-line].  
- www.brainpop.com/science/, Activities, Resources [On-line].  
- www.teachervision.com/lesson-plans/lesson-5163., Lesson Plans, Web Sites [On-line].  
- www.csun.edu/~vceed009/lesson.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.kids.earth.nasa.gov, Activities, Resources [On-line].  
- www.halcyon.com/mares/lessons.htm/, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.proteacher.com/110053.shtml, Lesson Plans, Web Sites [On-line].  
- www.atozteacher stuff.com/themes/environment, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.funbrain.com, Activities [On-line].  
- www.scienceteacher.org/k12resources/, Activities, Resources [On-line].  
- www.enchantedlearning.com/subjects/astronomy, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.bced.gov.bc.ca/irp/sciencek7/science00.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.enc.org/weblinks/lessonplans/science/, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- http://eartheducator.gsfc.nasa.gov, Activities [On-line].  
  
    Solar System: Components/Recognize
The learner will be able to (ESSENTIAL) recognize the components of the solar system.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source
Solar System Knowledge Master TN: Curriculum Standards, 2001, Grade 3, as documented through state assessment, Performance Indicator 3.7.spi.5
Unit Instructional Resources
- www.sin.fi.edu/tfi/activity/act-summ.html, Activities [On-line].  
- www.gamequarium.com/science.htm, Games, Activities [On-line].  
- www.primarygames.com/science.htm, Games, Activities [On-line].  
- www.brainpop.com/science/, Activities, Resources [On-line].  
- www.teachervision.com/lesson-plans/lesson-5163., Lesson Plans, Web Sites [On-line].  
- www.csun.edu/~vceed009/lesson.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.kids.earth.nasa.gov, Activities, Resources [On-line].  
- www.halcyon.com/mares/lessons.htm/, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.proteacher.com/110053.shtml, Lesson Plans, Web Sites [On-line].  
- www.atozteacher stuff.com/themes/environment, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.funbrain.com, Activities [On-line].  
- www.scienceteacher.org/k12resources/, Activities, Resources [On-line].  
- www.enchantedlearning.com/subjects/astronomy, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.bced.gov.bc.ca/irp/sciencek7/science00.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.enc.org/weblinks/lessonplans/science/, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- http://eartheducator.gsfc.nasa.gov, Activities [On-line].  
  
    Solar System: Comprehend
The learner will be able to (ESSENTIAL) comprehend the solar system.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source
Solar System Comprehension Master Terra Nova 2nd Edition - CAT 6, Complete Battery, 2001, Level 13, 22 Earth/Space week tested: 29.; TN: Achievement Tests, 2001, Grade 3, Earth & Space Science 22 week tested: 29.
Unit Instructional Resources
- www.sin.fi.edu/tfi/activity/act-summ.html, Activities [On-line].  
- www.gamequarium.com/science.htm, Games, Activities [On-line].  
- www.primarygames.com/science.htm, Games, Activities [On-line].  
- www.brainpop.com/science/, Activities, Resources [On-line].  
- www.teachervision.com/lesson-plans/lesson-5163., Lesson Plans, Web Sites [On-line].  
- www.csun.edu/~vceed009/lesson.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.kids.earth.nasa.gov, Activities, Resources [On-line].  
- www.halcyon.com/mares/lessons.htm/, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.proteacher.com/110053.shtml, Lesson Plans, Web Sites [On-line].  
- www.atozteacher stuff.com/themes/environment, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.funbrain.com, Activities [On-line].  
- www.scienceteacher.org/k12resources/, Activities, Resources [On-line].  
- www.enchantedlearning.com/subjects/astronomy, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.bced.gov.bc.ca/irp/sciencek7/science00.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.enc.org/weblinks/lessonplans/science/, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- http://eartheducator.gsfc.nasa.gov, Activities [On-line].  
  
    Solar System: Earth
The learner will be able to (ESSENTIAL) understand Earth as it exists in our solar system.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source
Solar System Comprehension Master TN: Achievement Tests, 2001, Grade 3, Earth & Space Science 22 week tested: 29.
Unit Instructional Resources
- www.sin.fi.edu/tfi/activity/act-summ.html, Activities [On-line].  
- www.gamequarium.com/science.htm, Games, Activities [On-line].  
- www.primarygames.com/science.htm, Games, Activities [On-line].  
- www.brainpop.com/science/, Activities, Resources [On-line].  
- www.teachervision.com/lesson-plans/lesson-5163., Lesson Plans, Web Sites [On-line].  
- www.csun.edu/~vceed009/lesson.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.kids.earth.nasa.gov, Activities, Resources [On-line].  
- www.halcyon.com/mares/lessons.htm/, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.proteacher.com/110053.shtml, Lesson Plans, Web Sites [On-line].  
- www.atozteacher stuff.com/themes/environment, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.funbrain.com, Activities [On-line].  
- www.scienceteacher.org/k12resources/, Activities, Resources [On-line].  
- www.enchantedlearning.com/subjects/astronomy, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.bced.gov.bc.ca/irp/sciencek7/science00.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.enc.org/weblinks/lessonplans/science/, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- http://eartheducator.gsfc.nasa.gov, Activities [On-line].  
  
    Sun: Position/Recognize/Time
The learner will be able to (ESSENTIAL) recognize the approximate time of day based on an illustration of the sun's position in the sky.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source
Sun Knowledge Master TN: Curriculum Standards, 2001, Grade 3, as documented through state assessment, Performance Indicator 3.7.spi.2
Unit Instructional Resources
- www.sin.fi.edu/tfi/activity/act-summ.html, Activities [On-line].  
- www.gamequarium.com/science.htm, Games, Activities [On-line].  
- www.primarygames.com/science.htm, Games, Activities [On-line].  
- www.brainpop.com/science/, Activities, Resources [On-line].  
- www.teachervision.com/lesson-plans/lesson-5163., Lesson Plans, Web Sites [On-line].  
- www.csun.edu/~vceed009/lesson.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.kids.earth.nasa.gov, Activities, Resources [On-line].  
- www.halcyon.com/mares/lessons.htm/, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.proteacher.com/110053.shtml, Lesson Plans, Web Sites [On-line].  
- www.atozteacher stuff.com/themes/environment, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.funbrain.com, Activities [On-line].  
- www.scienceteacher.org/k12resources/, Activities, Resources [On-line].  
- www.enchantedlearning.com/subjects/astronomy, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.bced.gov.bc.ca/irp/sciencek7/science00.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.enc.org/weblinks/lessonplans/science/, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- http://eartheducator.gsfc.nasa.gov, Activities [On-line].  
  
    Systems: Comprehend/Processes
The learner will be able to (ESSENTIAL) comprehend the processes of the systems of the earth.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source
Systems Comprehension Master TN: Achievement Tests, 2001, Grade 3, Earth & Space Science 22 week tested: 29.
Unit Instructional Resources
- www.sin.fi.edu/tfi/activity/act-summ.html, Activities [On-line].  
- www.gamequarium.com/science.htm, Games, Activities [On-line].  
- www.primarygames.com/science.htm, Games, Activities [On-line].  
- www.brainpop.com/science/, Activities, Resources [On-line].  
- www.teachervision.com/lesson-plans/lesson-5163., Lesson Plans, Web Sites [On-line].  
- www.csun.edu/~vceed009/lesson.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.kids.earth.nasa.gov, Activities, Resources [On-line].  
- www.halcyon.com/mares/lessons.htm/, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.proteacher.com/110053.shtml, Lesson Plans, Web Sites [On-line].  
- www.atozteacher stuff.com/themes/environment, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.funbrain.com, Activities [On-line].  
- www.scienceteacher.org/k12resources/, Activities, Resources [On-line].  
- www.enchantedlearning.com/subjects/astronomy, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.bced.gov.bc.ca/irp/sciencek7/science00.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.enc.org/weblinks/lessonplans/science/, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- http://eartheducator.gsfc.nasa.gov, Activities [On-line].  
  
    Universe: Characteristics/Understand
The learner will be able to (ESSENTIAL) understand the characteristics of the universe.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source
Universe Comprehension Master TN: Achievement Tests, 2001, Grade 3, Earth & Space Science 22 week tested: 29.
Unit Instructional Resources
- www.sin.fi.edu/tfi/activity/act-summ.html, Activities [On-line].  
- www.gamequarium.com/science.htm, Games, Activities [On-line].  
- www.primarygames.com/science.htm, Games, Activities [On-line].  
- www.brainpop.com/science/, Activities, Resources [On-line].  
- www.teachervision.com/lesson-plans/lesson-5163., Lesson Plans, Web Sites [On-line].  
- www.csun.edu/~vceed009/lesson.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.kids.earth.nasa.gov, Activities, Resources [On-line].  
- www.halcyon.com/mares/lessons.htm/, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.proteacher.com/110053.shtml, Lesson Plans, Web Sites [On-line].  
- www.atozteacher stuff.com/themes/environment, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.funbrain.com, Activities [On-line].  
- www.scienceteacher.org/k12resources/, Activities, Resources [On-line].  
- www.enchantedlearning.com/subjects/astronomy, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.bced.gov.bc.ca/irp/sciencek7/science00.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.enc.org/weblinks/lessonplans/science/, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- http://eartheducator.gsfc.nasa.gov, Activities [On-line].  
  
    Universe: Identify/Planets
The learner will be able to (IMPORTANT) identify planets as major components of the universe.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source
Universe Knowledge Master TN: Curriculum Standards, 2001, Grade 3, Learning Accomplishment 3.7.1.b
Unit Instructional Resources
- www.sin.fi.edu/tfi/activity/act-summ.html, Activities [On-line].  
- www.gamequarium.com/science.htm, Games, Activities [On-line].  
- www.primarygames.com/science.htm, Games, Activities [On-line].  
- www.brainpop.com/science/, Activities, Resources [On-line].  
- www.teachervision.com/lesson-plans/lesson-5163., Lesson Plans, Web Sites [On-line].  
- www.csun.edu/~vceed009/lesson.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.kids.earth.nasa.gov, Activities, Resources [On-line].  
- www.halcyon.com/mares/lessons.htm/, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.proteacher.com/110053.shtml, Lesson Plans, Web Sites [On-line].  
- www.atozteacher stuff.com/themes/environment, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.funbrain.com, Activities [On-line].  
- www.scienceteacher.org/k12resources/, Activities, Resources [On-line].  
- www.enchantedlearning.com/subjects/astronomy, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.bced.gov.bc.ca/irp/sciencek7/science00.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.enc.org/weblinks/lessonplans/science/, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- http://eartheducator.gsfc.nasa.gov, Activities [On-line].  
  
    Universe: Patterns/Identify
The learner will be able to (IMPORTANT) identify that events in the universe occur in predictable patterns.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source
Universe Knowledge Master TN: Curriculum Standards, 2001, Grade 3, Learning Accomplishment 3.7.2
Unit Instructional Resources
- www.sin.fi.edu/tfi/activity/act-summ.html, Activities [On-line].  
- www.gamequarium.com/science.htm, Games, Activities [On-line].  
- www.primarygames.com/science.htm, Games, Activities [On-line].  
- www.brainpop.com/science/, Activities, Resources [On-line].  
- www.teachervision.com/lesson-plans/lesson-5163., Lesson Plans, Web Sites [On-line].  
- www.csun.edu/~vceed009/lesson.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.kids.earth.nasa.gov, Activities, Resources [On-line].  
- www.halcyon.com/mares/lessons.htm/, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.proteacher.com/110053.shtml, Lesson Plans, Web Sites [On-line].  
- www.atozteacher stuff.com/themes/environment, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.funbrain.com, Activities [On-line].  
- www.scienceteacher.org/k12resources/, Activities, Resources [On-line].  
- www.enchantedlearning.com/subjects/astronomy, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.bced.gov.bc.ca/irp/sciencek7/science00.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.enc.org/weblinks/lessonplans/science/, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- http://eartheducator.gsfc.nasa.gov, Activities [On-line].  
  
    Water: Properties
The learner will be able to (ESSENTIAL) understand the properties and functions of water.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source
Water Comprehension Master TN: Achievement Tests, 2001, Grade 3, Earth & Space Science 22 week tested: 29.
Unit Instructional Resources
- www.sin.fi.edu/tfi/activity/act-summ.html, Activities [On-line].  
- www.gamequarium.com/science.htm, Games, Activities [On-line].  
- www.primarygames.com/science.htm, Games, Activities [On-line].  
- www.brainpop.com/science/, Activities, Resources [On-line].  
- www.teachervision.com/lesson-plans/lesson-5163., Lesson Plans, Web Sites [On-line].  
- www.csun.edu/~vceed009/lesson.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.kids.earth.nasa.gov, Activities, Resources [On-line].  
- www.halcyon.com/mares/lessons.htm/, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.proteacher.com/110053.shtml, Lesson Plans, Web Sites [On-line].  
- www.atozteacher stuff.com/themes/environment, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.funbrain.com, Activities [On-line].  
- www.scienceteacher.org/k12resources/, Activities, Resources [On-line].  
- www.enchantedlearning.com/subjects/astronomy, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.bced.gov.bc.ca/irp/sciencek7/science00.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.enc.org/weblinks/lessonplans/science/, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- http://eartheducator.gsfc.nasa.gov, Activities [On-line].  
  
    Water: Understand/Dynamics
The learner will be able to (ESSENTIAL) understand water dynamics.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source
Water Comprehension Master Terra Nova 2nd Edition - CAT 6, Complete Battery, 2001, Level 13, 22 Earth/Space week tested: 29.
Unit Instructional Resources
- www.sin.fi.edu/tfi/activity/act-summ.html, Activities [On-line].  
- www.gamequarium.com/science.htm, Games, Activities [On-line].  
- www.primarygames.com/science.htm, Games, Activities [On-line].  
- www.brainpop.com/science/, Activities, Resources [On-line].  
- www.teachervision.com/lesson-plans/lesson-5163., Lesson Plans, Web Sites [On-line].  
- www.csun.edu/~vceed009/lesson.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.kids.earth.nasa.gov, Activities, Resources [On-line].  
- www.halcyon.com/mares/lessons.htm/, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.proteacher.com/110053.shtml, Lesson Plans, Web Sites [On-line].  
- www.atozteacher stuff.com/themes/environment, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.funbrain.com, Activities [On-line].  
- www.scienceteacher.org/k12resources/, Activities, Resources [On-line].  
- www.enchantedlearning.com/subjects/astronomy, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.bced.gov.bc.ca/irp/sciencek7/science00.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.enc.org/weblinks/lessonplans/science/, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- http://eartheducator.gsfc.nasa.gov, Activities [On-line].  
  
    Weather: Change/Recognize/Daily/Seasonal
The learner will be able to (IMPORTANT) recognize daily and seasonal changes in weather.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source
Weather: Change Knowledge Master TN: Curriculum Standards, 2001, Grade 3, Learning Accomplishment 3.8.1
Unit Instructional Resources
- www.sin.fi.edu/tfi/activity/act-summ.html, Activities [On-line].  
- www.gamequarium.com/science.htm, Games, Activities [On-line].  
- www.primarygames.com/science.htm, Games, Activities [On-line].  
- www.brainpop.com/science/, Activities, Resources [On-line].  
- www.teachervision.com/lesson-plans/lesson-5163., Lesson Plans, Web Sites [On-line].  
- www.csun.edu/~vceed009/lesson.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.kids.earth.nasa.gov, Activities, Resources [On-line].  
- www.halcyon.com/mares/lessons.htm/, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.proteacher.com/110053.shtml, Lesson Plans, Web Sites [On-line].  
- www.atozteacher stuff.com/themes/environment, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.funbrain.com, Activities [On-line].  
- www.scienceteacher.org/k12resources/, Activities, Resources [On-line].  
- www.enchantedlearning.com/subjects/astronomy, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.bced.gov.bc.ca/irp/sciencek7/science00.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.enc.org/weblinks/lessonplans/science/, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- http://eartheducator.gsfc.nasa.gov, Activities [On-line].  
  
    Weather: Climate/Comprehend
The learner will be able to (ESSENTIAL) comprehend the nature of climate.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source
Weather: Climate Comprehension Master Terra Nova 2nd Edition - CAT 6, Complete Battery, 2001, Level 13, 22 Earth/Space week tested: 29.; TN: Achievement Tests, 2001, Grade 3, Earth & Space Science 22 week tested: 29.
Unit Instructional Resources
- www.sin.fi.edu/tfi/activity/act-summ.html, Activities [On-line].  
- www.gamequarium.com/science.htm, Games, Activities [On-line].  
- www.primarygames.com/science.htm, Games, Activities [On-line].  
- www.brainpop.com/science/, Activities, Resources [On-line].  
- www.teachervision.com/lesson-plans/lesson-5163., Lesson Plans, Web Sites [On-line].  
- www.csun.edu/~vceed009/lesson.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.kids.earth.nasa.gov, Activities, Resources [On-line].  
- www.halcyon.com/mares/lessons.htm/, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.proteacher.com/110053.shtml, Lesson Plans, Web Sites [On-line].  
- www.atozteacher stuff.com/themes/environment, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.funbrain.com, Activities [On-line].  
- www.scienceteacher.org/k12resources/, Activities, Resources [On-line].  
- www.enchantedlearning.com/subjects/astronomy, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.bced.gov.bc.ca/irp/sciencek7/science00.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.enc.org/weblinks/lessonplans/science/, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- http://eartheducator.gsfc.nasa.gov, Activities [On-line].  
  
    Weather: Clothing/Choose
The learner will be able to (ESSENTIAL) choose appropriate clothing for a specific weather condition.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source
Weather Application Master TN: Curriculum Standards, 2001, Grade 3, as documented through state assessment, Performance Indicator 3.8.spi.1
Unit Instructional Resources
- www.sin.fi.edu/tfi/activity/act-summ.html, Activities [On-line].  
- www.gamequarium.com/science.htm, Games, Activities [On-line].  
- www.primarygames.com/science.htm, Games, Activities [On-line].  
- www.brainpop.com/science/, Activities, Resources [On-line].  
- www.teachervision.com/lesson-plans/lesson-5163., Lesson Plans, Web Sites [On-line].  
- www.csun.edu/~vceed009/lesson.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.kids.earth.nasa.gov, Activities, Resources [On-line].  
- www.halcyon.com/mares/lessons.htm/, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.proteacher.com/110053.shtml, Lesson Plans, Web Sites [On-line].  
- www.atozteacher stuff.com/themes/environment, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.funbrain.com, Activities [On-line].  
- www.scienceteacher.org/k12resources/, Activities, Resources [On-line].  
- www.enchantedlearning.com/subjects/astronomy, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.bced.gov.bc.ca/irp/sciencek7/science00.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.enc.org/weblinks/lessonplans/science/, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- http://eartheducator.gsfc.nasa.gov, Activities [On-line].  
  
    Weather: Clouds/Connect/Kinds/Events
The learner will be able to (ESSENTIAL) connect kinds of clouds to weather events.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source
Weather: Clouds Analysis Master TN: Curriculum Standards, 2001, Grade 3, as documented through state assessment, Performance Indicator 3.8.spi.5
Unit Instructional Resources
- www.sin.fi.edu/tfi/activity/act-summ.html, Activities [On-line].  
- www.gamequarium.com/science.htm, Games, Activities [On-line].  
- www.primarygames.com/science.htm, Games, Activities [On-line].  
- www.brainpop.com/science/, Activities, Resources [On-line].  
- www.teachervision.com/lesson-plans/lesson-5163., Lesson Plans, Web Sites [On-line].  
- www.csun.edu/~vceed009/lesson.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.kids.earth.nasa.gov, Activities, Resources [On-line].  
- www.halcyon.com/mares/lessons.htm/, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.proteacher.com/110053.shtml, Lesson Plans, Web Sites [On-line].  
- www.atozteacher stuff.com/themes/environment, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.funbrain.com, Activities [On-line].  
- www.scienceteacher.org/k12resources/, Activities, Resources [On-line].  
- www.enchantedlearning.com/subjects/astronomy, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.bced.gov.bc.ca/irp/sciencek7/science00.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.enc.org/weblinks/lessonplans/science/, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- http://eartheducator.gsfc.nasa.gov, Activities [On-line].  
  
    Weather: Clouds/Examine/Weather
The learner will be able to (IMPORTANT) recognize daily and seasonal weather changes and examine how clouds relate to weather systems.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source
Weather: Clouds Analysis Master TN: Curriculum Standards, 2001, Grade 3, Learning Accomplishment 3.8.1
Unit Instructional Resources
- www.sin.fi.edu/tfi/activity/act-summ.html, Activities [On-line].  
- www.gamequarium.com/science.htm, Games, Activities [On-line].  
- www.primarygames.com/science.htm, Games, Activities [On-line].  
- www.brainpop.com/science/, Activities, Resources [On-line].  
- www.teachervision.com/lesson-plans/lesson-5163., Lesson Plans, Web Sites [On-line].  
- www.csun.edu/~vceed009/lesson.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.kids.earth.nasa.gov, Activities, Resources [On-line].  
- www.halcyon.com/mares/lessons.htm/, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.proteacher.com/110053.shtml, Lesson Plans, Web Sites [On-line].  
- www.atozteacher stuff.com/themes/environment, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.funbrain.com, Activities [On-line].  
- www.scienceteacher.org/k12resources/, Activities, Resources [On-line].  
- www.enchantedlearning.com/subjects/astronomy, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.bced.gov.bc.ca/irp/sciencek7/science00.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.enc.org/weblinks/lessonplans/science/, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- http://eartheducator.gsfc.nasa.gov, Activities [On-line].  
  
    Weather: Describe/Changes/Conditions
The learner will be able to (IMPORTANT) describe how different weather conditions result when changes in precipitation, temperature, or wind speed/direction occur.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source
Weather Comprehension Master TN: Curriculum Standards, 2001, Grade 3, Learning Accomplishment 3.8.2.a
Unit Instructional Resources
- www.sin.fi.edu/tfi/activity/act-summ.html, Activities [On-line].  
- www.gamequarium.com/science.htm, Games, Activities [On-line].  
- www.primarygames.com/science.htm, Games, Activities [On-line].  
- www.brainpop.com/science/, Activities, Resources [On-line].  
- www.teachervision.com/lesson-plans/lesson-5163., Lesson Plans, Web Sites [On-line].  
- www.csun.edu/~vceed009/lesson.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.kids.earth.nasa.gov, Activities, Resources [On-line].  
- www.halcyon.com/mares/lessons.htm/, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.proteacher.com/110053.shtml, Lesson Plans, Web Sites [On-line].  
- www.atozteacher stuff.com/themes/environment, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.funbrain.com, Activities [On-line].  
- www.scienceteacher.org/k12resources/, Activities, Resources [On-line].  
- www.enchantedlearning.com/subjects/astronomy, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.bced.gov.bc.ca/irp/sciencek7/science00.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.enc.org/weblinks/lessonplans/science/, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- http://eartheducator.gsfc.nasa.gov, Activities [On-line].  
  
    Weather: Illustrate/Data
The learner will be able to (IMPORTANT) illustrate daily weather using specific data.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source
Weather Application Master TN: Curriculum Standards, 2001, Grade 3, Learning Accomplishment 3.8.2.b
Unit Instructional Resources
- www.sin.fi.edu/tfi/activity/act-summ.html, Activities [On-line].  
- www.gamequarium.com/science.htm, Games, Activities [On-line].  
- www.primarygames.com/science.htm, Games, Activities [On-line].  
- www.brainpop.com/science/, Activities, Resources [On-line].  
- www.teachervision.com/lesson-plans/lesson-5163., Lesson Plans, Web Sites [On-line].  
- www.csun.edu/~vceed009/lesson.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.kids.earth.nasa.gov, Activities, Resources [On-line].  
- www.halcyon.com/mares/lessons.htm/, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.proteacher.com/110053.shtml, Lesson Plans, Web Sites [On-line].  
- www.atozteacher stuff.com/themes/environment, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.funbrain.com, Activities [On-line].  
- www.scienceteacher.org/k12resources/, Activities, Resources [On-line].  
- www.enchantedlearning.com/subjects/astronomy, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.bced.gov.bc.ca/irp/sciencek7/science00.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.enc.org/weblinks/lessonplans/science/, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- http://eartheducator.gsfc.nasa.gov, Activities [On-line].  
  
    Weather: Instruments/Recognize
The learner will be able to (ESSENTIAL) recognize the appropriate instruments to measure temperature and precipitation.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source
Instruments: Weather Knowledge Master TN: Curriculum Standards, 2001, Grade 3, as documented through state assessment, Performance Indicator 3.8.spi.4
Unit Instructional Resources
- www.sin.fi.edu/tfi/activity/act-summ.html, Activities [On-line].  
- www.gamequarium.com/science.htm, Games, Activities [On-line].  
- www.primarygames.com/science.htm, Games, Activities [On-line].  
- www.brainpop.com/science/, Activities, Resources [On-line].  
- www.teachervision.com/lesson-plans/lesson-5163., Lesson Plans, Web Sites [On-line].  
- www.csun.edu/~vceed009/lesson.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.kids.earth.nasa.gov, Activities, Resources [On-line].  
- www.halcyon.com/mares/lessons.htm/, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.proteacher.com/110053.shtml, Lesson Plans, Web Sites [On-line].  
- www.atozteacher stuff.com/themes/environment, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.funbrain.com, Activities [On-line].  
- www.scienceteacher.org/k12resources/, Activities, Resources [On-line].  
- www.enchantedlearning.com/subjects/astronomy, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.bced.gov.bc.ca/irp/sciencek7/science00.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.enc.org/weblinks/lessonplans/science/, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- http://eartheducator.gsfc.nasa.gov, Activities [On-line].  
  
    Weather: Measured/Recognize
The learner will be able to (IMPORTANT) recognize that weather can be measured using tools and instruments.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source
Weather Knowledge Master TN: Curriculum Standards, 2001, Grade 3, Learning Accomplishment 3.8.2
Unit Instructional Resources
- www.sin.fi.edu/tfi/activity/act-summ.html, Activities [On-line].  
- www.gamequarium.com/science.htm, Games, Activities [On-line].  
- www.primarygames.com/science.htm, Games, Activities [On-line].  
- www.brainpop.com/science/, Activities, Resources [On-line].  
- www.teachervision.com/lesson-plans/lesson-5163., Lesson Plans, Web Sites [On-line].  
- www.csun.edu/~vceed009/lesson.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.kids.earth.nasa.gov, Activities, Resources [On-line].  
- www.halcyon.com/mares/lessons.htm/, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.proteacher.com/110053.shtml, Lesson Plans, Web Sites [On-line].  
- www.atozteacher stuff.com/themes/environment, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.funbrain.com, Activities [On-line].  
- www.scienceteacher.org/k12resources/, Activities, Resources [On-line].  
- www.enchantedlearning.com/subjects/astronomy, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.bced.gov.bc.ca/irp/sciencek7/science00.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.enc.org/weblinks/lessonplans/science/, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- http://eartheducator.gsfc.nasa.gov, Activities [On-line].  
  
    Weather: Recognize
The learner will be able to (IMPORTANT) recognize that temperature, wind conditions, and precipitation are associated with weather.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source
Weather Knowledge Master TN: Curriculum Standards, 2001, Grade 3, Learning Accomplishment 3.8.2
Unit Instructional Resources
- www.sin.fi.edu/tfi/activity/act-summ.html, Activities [On-line].  
- www.gamequarium.com/science.htm, Games, Activities [On-line].  
- www.primarygames.com/science.htm, Games, Activities [On-line].  
- www.brainpop.com/science/, Activities, Resources [On-line].  
- www.teachervision.com/lesson-plans/lesson-5163., Lesson Plans, Web Sites [On-line].  
- www.csun.edu/~vceed009/lesson.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.kids.earth.nasa.gov, Activities, Resources [On-line].  
- www.halcyon.com/mares/lessons.htm/, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.proteacher.com/110053.shtml, Lesson Plans, Web Sites [On-line].  
- www.atozteacher stuff.com/themes/environment, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.funbrain.com, Activities [On-line].  
- www.scienceteacher.org/k12resources/, Activities, Resources [On-line].  
- www.enchantedlearning.com/subjects/astronomy, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.bced.gov.bc.ca/irp/sciencek7/science00.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.enc.org/weblinks/lessonplans/science/, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- http://eartheducator.gsfc.nasa.gov, Activities [On-line].  
  
    Weather: Types/Relate/Conditions
The learner will be able to (ESSENTIAL) relate temperature, precipitation, and wind conditions with different types of weather.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source
Weather Analysis Master TN: Curriculum Standards, 2001, Grade 3, as documented through state assessment, Performance Indicator 3.8.spi.3
Unit Instructional Resources
- www.sin.fi.edu/tfi/activity/act-summ.html, Activities [On-line].  
- www.gamequarium.com/science.htm, Games, Activities [On-line].  
- www.primarygames.com/science.htm, Games, Activities [On-line].  
- www.brainpop.com/science/, Activities, Resources [On-line].  
- www.teachervision.com/lesson-plans/lesson-5163., Lesson Plans, Web Sites [On-line].  
- www.csun.edu/~vceed009/lesson.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.kids.earth.nasa.gov, Activities, Resources [On-line].  
- www.halcyon.com/mares/lessons.htm/, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.proteacher.com/110053.shtml, Lesson Plans, Web Sites [On-line].  
- www.atozteacher stuff.com/themes/environment, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.funbrain.com, Activities [On-line].  
- www.scienceteacher.org/k12resources/, Activities, Resources [On-line].  
- www.enchantedlearning.com/subjects/astronomy, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.bced.gov.bc.ca/irp/sciencek7/science00.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.enc.org/weblinks/lessonplans/science/, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- http://eartheducator.gsfc.nasa.gov, Activities [On-line].  
  
    Weather: Understand
The learner will be able to (ESSENTIAL) understand weather.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source
Weather Comprehension Master Terra Nova 2nd Edition - CAT 6, Complete Battery, 2001, Level 13, 22 Earth/Space week tested: 29.; TN: Achievement Tests, 2001, Grade 3, Earth & Space Science 22 week tested: 29.
Unit Instructional Resources
- www.sin.fi.edu/tfi/activity/act-summ.html, Activities [On-line].  
- www.gamequarium.com/science.htm, Games, Activities [On-line].  
- www.primarygames.com/science.htm, Games, Activities [On-line].  
- www.brainpop.com/science/, Activities, Resources [On-line].  
- www.teachervision.com/lesson-plans/lesson-5163., Lesson Plans, Web Sites [On-line].  
- www.csun.edu/~vceed009/lesson.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.kids.earth.nasa.gov, Activities, Resources [On-line].  
- www.halcyon.com/mares/lessons.htm/, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.proteacher.com/110053.shtml, Lesson Plans, Web Sites [On-line].  
- www.atozteacher stuff.com/themes/environment, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.funbrain.com, Activities [On-line].  
- www.scienceteacher.org/k12resources/, Activities, Resources [On-line].  
- www.enchantedlearning.com/subjects/astronomy, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.bced.gov.bc.ca/irp/sciencek7/science00.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.enc.org/weblinks/lessonplans/science/, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- http://eartheducator.gsfc.nasa.gov, Activities [On-line].  
  

Life Science
The Life Science unit addresses the characteristics and cycles of and relationships between living things and their environments. Topics include cellular organization, classification, ecosystems, genetics, and human health issues.

    Environment: Adaptation/Comprehend
The learner will be able to (ESSENTIAL) ) comprehend adaptation.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source
Environment: Adaptation Comprehension Master TN: Achievement Tests, 2001, Grade 3, Life Science 21 week tested: 29.
Unit Instructional Resources
- http://interactive2.usgs.gov/learningweb/, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.kiddyhouse.com/teachers/lplifescience.html, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.enchantedlearning.com, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.enc.org/classroom/lessons/nf lessci/htm, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.bced.gov.bc.ca/irp/sciencek7/science00.htm, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.canteach.ca/elementary/life.html, Resources, Activities [On-line].  
- http://kingsnet.kings.k12.ca.us.kcoe/, Resources, Activities [On-line].  
- Lesson Plans, Resources, Activities [On-line].  http://schooldiscovery.com/lessonplans/programs/givemeabreak
- www.proteacher.com/110053.shtml, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.csun.edu/~vceed009/lesson.htm, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.utm.edu/departments/ed/cece/SAMk8.shmtl, Science Activity Manual [On-line].  
- www.members.tripod.com/~ehlavaty/scires1.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.ofcn.org/cyber.serv/academy/ace/sci/elem.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.atozteacherstuff.com, Lesson Plans [On-line].  
- www.ed.uri.edu/smartprojects/plants.html, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.chabotspace.org, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.stan.mb.ca/grade_3.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
  
    Environment: Adaptation/Identify/Traits
The learner will be able to (IMPORTANT) identify that living things have certain traits that enable them to adapt to specific environments and carry out basic life processes.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source
Environment: Adaptation Knowledge Master TN: Curriculum Standards, 2001, Grade 3, Learning Accomplishment 3.5.2
Unit Instructional Resources
- http://interactive2.usgs.gov/learningweb/, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.kiddyhouse.com/teachers/lplifescience.html, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.enchantedlearning.com, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.enc.org/classroom/lessons/nf lessci/htm, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.bced.gov.bc.ca/irp/sciencek7/science00.htm, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.canteach.ca/elementary/life.html, Resources, Activities [On-line].  
- http://kingsnet.kings.k12.ca.us.kcoe/, Resources, Activities [On-line].  
- Lesson Plans, Resources, Activities [On-line].  http://schooldiscovery.com/lessonplans/programs/givemeabreak
- www.proteacher.com/110053.shtml, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.csun.edu/~vceed009/lesson.htm, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.utm.edu/departments/ed/cece/SAMk8.shmtl, Science Activity Manual [On-line].  
- www.members.tripod.com/~ehlavaty/scires1.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.ofcn.org/cyber.serv/academy/ace/sci/elem.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.atozteacherstuff.com, Lesson Plans [On-line].  
- www.ed.uri.edu/smartprojects/plants.html, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.chabotspace.org, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.stan.mb.ca/grade_3.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
  
    Animals: Environment/Choose
The learner will be able to (ESSENTIAL) choose the animals found in a particular environment.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source
Animals Application Master TN: Curriculum Standards, 2001, Grade 3, as documented through state assessment, Performance Indicator 3.2.spi.2
Unit Instructional Resources
- http://interactive2.usgs.gov/learningweb/, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.kiddyhouse.com/teachers/lplifescience.html, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.enchantedlearning.com, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.enc.org/classroom/lessons/nf lessci/htm, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.bced.gov.bc.ca/irp/sciencek7/science00.htm, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.canteach.ca/elementary/life.html, Resources, Activities [On-line].  
- http://kingsnet.kings.k12.ca.us.kcoe/, Resources, Activities [On-line].  
- Lesson Plans, Resources, Activities [On-line].  http://schooldiscovery.com/lessonplans/programs/givemeabreak
- www.proteacher.com/110053.shtml, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.csun.edu/~vceed009/lesson.htm, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.utm.edu/departments/ed/cece/SAMk8.shmtl, Science Activity Manual [On-line].  
- www.members.tripod.com/~ehlavaty/scires1.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.ofcn.org/cyber.serv/academy/ace/sci/elem.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.atozteacherstuff.com, Lesson Plans [On-line].  
- www.ed.uri.edu/smartprojects/plants.html, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.chabotspace.org, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.stan.mb.ca/grade_3.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
  
    Animals: Parts/Examine/Functions
The learner will be able to (IMPORTANT) examine the smaller parts of animals and identify their functions through the use of magnifiers.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source
Animals: Parts Master TN: Curriculum Standards, 2001, Grade 3, Learning Accomplishment 3.1.1
Unit Instructional Resources
- http://interactive2.usgs.gov/learningweb/, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.kiddyhouse.com/teachers/lplifescience.html, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.enchantedlearning.com, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.enc.org/classroom/lessons/nf lessci/htm, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.bced.gov.bc.ca/irp/sciencek7/science00.htm, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.canteach.ca/elementary/life.html, Resources, Activities [On-line].  
- http://kingsnet.kings.k12.ca.us.kcoe/, Resources, Activities [On-line].  
- Lesson Plans, Resources, Activities [On-line].  http://schooldiscovery.com/lessonplans/programs/givemeabreak
- www.proteacher.com/110053.shtml, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.csun.edu/~vceed009/lesson.htm, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.utm.edu/departments/ed/cece/SAMk8.shmtl, Science Activity Manual [On-line].  
- www.members.tripod.com/~ehlavaty/scires1.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.ofcn.org/cyber.serv/academy/ace/sci/elem.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.atozteacherstuff.com, Lesson Plans [On-line].  
- www.ed.uri.edu/smartprojects/plants.html, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.chabotspace.org, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.stan.mb.ca/grade_3.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
  
    Animals: Survival/Understand
The learner will be able to (IMPORTANT) describe and comprehend the features which enable animals to survive in their environment.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source
Animals: Survival Comprehension Master TN: Curriculum Standards, 2001, Grade 3, Learning Accomplishment 3.5.2
Unit Instructional Resources
- http://interactive2.usgs.gov/learningweb/, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.kiddyhouse.com/teachers/lplifescience.html, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.enchantedlearning.com, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.enc.org/classroom/lessons/nf lessci/htm, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.bced.gov.bc.ca/irp/sciencek7/science00.htm, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.canteach.ca/elementary/life.html, Resources, Activities [On-line].  
- http://kingsnet.kings.k12.ca.us.kcoe/, Resources, Activities [On-line].  
- Lesson Plans, Resources, Activities [On-line].  http://schooldiscovery.com/lessonplans/programs/givemeabreak
- www.proteacher.com/110053.shtml, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.csun.edu/~vceed009/lesson.htm, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.utm.edu/departments/ed/cece/SAMk8.shmtl, Science Activity Manual [On-line].  
- www.members.tripod.com/~ehlavaty/scires1.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.ofcn.org/cyber.serv/academy/ace/sci/elem.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.atozteacherstuff.com, Lesson Plans [On-line].  
- www.ed.uri.edu/smartprojects/plants.html, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.chabotspace.org, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.stan.mb.ca/grade_3.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
  
    Animals & Plants: Different/Identify
The learner will be able to (IMPORTANT) identify how plants and animals of the same kind can be different from one another and provide specific examples.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source
Animals and Plants Knowledge Master TN: Curriculum Standards, 2001, Grade 3, Learning Accomplishment 3.5.1
Unit Instructional Resources
- http://interactive2.usgs.gov/learningweb/, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.kiddyhouse.com/teachers/lplifescience.html, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.enchantedlearning.com, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.enc.org/classroom/lessons/nf lessci/htm, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.bced.gov.bc.ca/irp/sciencek7/science00.htm, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.canteach.ca/elementary/life.html, Resources, Activities [On-line].  
- http://kingsnet.kings.k12.ca.us.kcoe/, Resources, Activities [On-line].  
- Lesson Plans, Resources, Activities [On-line].  http://schooldiscovery.com/lessonplans/programs/givemeabreak
- www.proteacher.com/110053.shtml, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.csun.edu/~vceed009/lesson.htm, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.utm.edu/departments/ed/cece/SAMk8.shmtl, Science Activity Manual [On-line].  
- www.members.tripod.com/~ehlavaty/scires1.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.ofcn.org/cyber.serv/academy/ace/sci/elem.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.atozteacherstuff.com, Lesson Plans [On-line].  
- www.ed.uri.edu/smartprojects/plants.html, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.chabotspace.org, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.stan.mb.ca/grade_3.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
  
    Animals & Plants: Energy
The learner will be able to (IMPORTANT) describe how animals are dependent on plants which produce substances high in energy content and animals rely on that energy.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source
Animals and Plants Comprehension Master TN: Curriculum Standards, 2001, Grade 3, Learning Accomplishment 3.3.1
Unit Instructional Resources
- http://interactive2.usgs.gov/learningweb/, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.kiddyhouse.com/teachers/lplifescience.html, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.enchantedlearning.com, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.enc.org/classroom/lessons/nf lessci/htm, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.bced.gov.bc.ca/irp/sciencek7/science00.htm, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.canteach.ca/elementary/life.html, Resources, Activities [On-line].  
- http://kingsnet.kings.k12.ca.us.kcoe/, Resources, Activities [On-line].  
- Lesson Plans, Resources, Activities [On-line].  http://schooldiscovery.com/lessonplans/programs/givemeabreak
- www.proteacher.com/110053.shtml, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.csun.edu/~vceed009/lesson.htm, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.utm.edu/departments/ed/cece/SAMk8.shmtl, Science Activity Manual [On-line].  
- www.members.tripod.com/~ehlavaty/scires1.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.ofcn.org/cyber.serv/academy/ace/sci/elem.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.atozteacherstuff.com, Lesson Plans [On-line].  
- www.ed.uri.edu/smartprojects/plants.html, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.chabotspace.org, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.stan.mb.ca/grade_3.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
  
    Animals & Plants: Environment/Recogn
The learner will be able to (ESSENTIAL) recognize the characteristics that enable a particular plant and/or animal to survive in its environment.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source
Animals and Plants Knowledge Master TN: Curriculum Standards, 2001, Grade 3, as documented through state assessment, Performance Indictor 3.5.spi.3
Unit Instructional Resources
- http://interactive2.usgs.gov/learningweb/, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.kiddyhouse.com/teachers/lplifescience.html, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.enchantedlearning.com, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.enc.org/classroom/lessons/nf lessci/htm, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.bced.gov.bc.ca/irp/sciencek7/science00.htm, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.canteach.ca/elementary/life.html, Resources, Activities [On-line].  
- http://kingsnet.kings.k12.ca.us.kcoe/, Resources, Activities [On-line].  
- Lesson Plans, Resources, Activities [On-line].  http://schooldiscovery.com/lessonplans/programs/givemeabreak
- www.proteacher.com/110053.shtml, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.csun.edu/~vceed009/lesson.htm, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.utm.edu/departments/ed/cece/SAMk8.shmtl, Science Activity Manual [On-line].  
- www.members.tripod.com/~ehlavaty/scires1.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.ofcn.org/cyber.serv/academy/ace/sci/elem.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.atozteacherstuff.com, Lesson Plans [On-line].  
- www.ed.uri.edu/smartprojects/plants.html, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.chabotspace.org, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.stan.mb.ca/grade_3.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
  
    Animals & Plants: Needs/Recognize
The learner will be able to (ESSENTIAL) recognize the basic needs of plants and animals.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source
Animals and Plants Knowledge Master TN: Curriculum Standards, 2001, Grade 3, as documented through state assessment, Performance Indicator 3.3.spi.1
Unit Instructional Resources
- http://interactive2.usgs.gov/learningweb/, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.kiddyhouse.com/teachers/lplifescience.html, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.enchantedlearning.com, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.enc.org/classroom/lessons/nf lessci/htm, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.bced.gov.bc.ca/irp/sciencek7/science00.htm, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.canteach.ca/elementary/life.html, Resources, Activities [On-line].  
- http://kingsnet.kings.k12.ca.us.kcoe/, Resources, Activities [On-line].  
- Lesson Plans, Resources, Activities [On-line].  http://schooldiscovery.com/lessonplans/programs/givemeabreak
- www.proteacher.com/110053.shtml, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.csun.edu/~vceed009/lesson.htm, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.utm.edu/departments/ed/cece/SAMk8.shmtl, Science Activity Manual [On-line].  
- www.members.tripod.com/~ehlavaty/scires1.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.ofcn.org/cyber.serv/academy/ace/sci/elem.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.atozteacherstuff.com, Lesson Plans [On-line].  
- www.ed.uri.edu/smartprojects/plants.html, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.chabotspace.org, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.stan.mb.ca/grade_3.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
  
    Animals & Plants: Part/Recognize
The learner will be able to (ESSENTIAL) recognize a part that belongs to specific plant or animal.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source
Animals and Plants Knowledge Master TN: Curriculum Standards, 2001, Grade 3, as documented through state assessment, Performance Indicator 3.1.spi.2
Unit Instructional Resources
- http://interactive2.usgs.gov/learningweb/, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.kiddyhouse.com/teachers/lplifescience.html, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.enchantedlearning.com, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.enc.org/classroom/lessons/nf lessci/htm, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.bced.gov.bc.ca/irp/sciencek7/science00.htm, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.canteach.ca/elementary/life.html, Resources, Activities [On-line].  
- http://kingsnet.kings.k12.ca.us.kcoe/, Resources, Activities [On-line].  
- Lesson Plans, Resources, Activities [On-line].  http://schooldiscovery.com/lessonplans/programs/givemeabreak
- www.proteacher.com/110053.shtml, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.csun.edu/~vceed009/lesson.htm, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.utm.edu/departments/ed/cece/SAMk8.shmtl, Science Activity Manual [On-line].  
- www.members.tripod.com/~ehlavaty/scires1.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.ofcn.org/cyber.serv/academy/ace/sci/elem.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.atozteacherstuff.com, Lesson Plans [On-line].  
- www.ed.uri.edu/smartprojects/plants.html, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.chabotspace.org, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.stan.mb.ca/grade_3.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
  
    Cells: Comprehend
The learner will be able to (ESSENTIAL) comprehend the cell.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source
Cells Comprehension Master TN: Achievement Tests, 2001, Grade 3, Life Science 21 week tested: 29.
Unit Instructional Resources
- http://interactive2.usgs.gov/learningweb/, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.kiddyhouse.com/teachers/lplifescience.html, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.enchantedlearning.com, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.enc.org/classroom/lessons/nf lessci/htm, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.bced.gov.bc.ca/irp/sciencek7/science00.htm, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.canteach.ca/elementary/life.html, Resources, Activities [On-line].  
- http://kingsnet.kings.k12.ca.us.kcoe/, Resources, Activities [On-line].  
- Lesson Plans, Resources, Activities [On-line].  http://schooldiscovery.com/lessonplans/programs/givemeabreak
- www.proteacher.com/110053.shtml, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.csun.edu/~vceed009/lesson.htm, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.utm.edu/departments/ed/cece/SAMk8.shmtl, Science Activity Manual [On-line].  
- www.members.tripod.com/~ehlavaty/scires1.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.ofcn.org/cyber.serv/academy/ace/sci/elem.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.atozteacherstuff.com, Lesson Plans [On-line].  
- www.ed.uri.edu/smartprojects/plants.html, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.chabotspace.org, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.stan.mb.ca/grade_3.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
  
    Cells: Food/Nutrients/Utilized
The learner will be able to (ESSENTIAL) understand that cells utilize the nutrients that they must take in to provide energy for the work that cells perform and to produce the materials that a cell or living thing requires.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source
Cells: Energy and Food Comprehension Master TN: Achievement Tests, 2001, Grade 3, Life Science 21 week tested: 29.
Unit Instructional Resources
- http://interactive2.usgs.gov/learningweb/, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.kiddyhouse.com/teachers/lplifescience.html, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.enchantedlearning.com, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.enc.org/classroom/lessons/nf lessci/htm, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.bced.gov.bc.ca/irp/sciencek7/science00.htm, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.canteach.ca/elementary/life.html, Resources, Activities [On-line].  
- http://kingsnet.kings.k12.ca.us.kcoe/, Resources, Activities [On-line].  
- Lesson Plans, Resources, Activities [On-line].  http://schooldiscovery.com/lessonplans/programs/givemeabreak
- www.proteacher.com/110053.shtml, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.csun.edu/~vceed009/lesson.htm, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.utm.edu/departments/ed/cece/SAMk8.shmtl, Science Activity Manual [On-line].  
- www.members.tripod.com/~ehlavaty/scires1.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.ofcn.org/cyber.serv/academy/ace/sci/elem.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.atozteacherstuff.com, Lesson Plans [On-line].  
- www.ed.uri.edu/smartprojects/plants.html, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.chabotspace.org, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.stan.mb.ca/grade_3.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
  
    Changes: Comprehend/Time
The learner will be able to (ESSENTIAL) comprehend alteration over a period of time.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source
Agriculture Comprehension Master TN: Achievement Tests, 2001, Grade 3, Life Science 21 week tested: 29.
Unit Instructional Resources
- http://interactive2.usgs.gov/learningweb/, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.kiddyhouse.com/teachers/lplifescience.html, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.enchantedlearning.com, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.enc.org/classroom/lessons/nf lessci/htm, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.bced.gov.bc.ca/irp/sciencek7/science00.htm, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.canteach.ca/elementary/life.html, Resources, Activities [On-line].  
- http://kingsnet.kings.k12.ca.us.kcoe/, Resources, Activities [On-line].  
- Lesson Plans, Resources, Activities [On-line].  http://schooldiscovery.com/lessonplans/programs/givemeabreak
- www.proteacher.com/110053.shtml, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.csun.edu/~vceed009/lesson.htm, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.utm.edu/departments/ed/cece/SAMk8.shmtl, Science Activity Manual [On-line].  
- www.members.tripod.com/~ehlavaty/scires1.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.ofcn.org/cyber.serv/academy/ace/sci/elem.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.atozteacherstuff.com, Lesson Plans [On-line].  
- www.ed.uri.edu/smartprojects/plants.html, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.chabotspace.org, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.stan.mb.ca/grade_3.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
  
    Ecosystems: Interactions/Understand
The learner will be able to (ESSENTIAL) understand that an ecosystem is comprised of all populations living together and the physical factors with which they interact.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source
Ecosystems: Interactions Comprehension Master TN: Achievement Tests, 2001, Grade 3, Life Science 21 week tested: 29.
Unit Instructional Resources
- http://interactive2.usgs.gov/learningweb/, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.kiddyhouse.com/teachers/lplifescience.html, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.enchantedlearning.com, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.enc.org/classroom/lessons/nf lessci/htm, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.bced.gov.bc.ca/irp/sciencek7/science00.htm, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.canteach.ca/elementary/life.html, Resources, Activities [On-line].  
- http://kingsnet.kings.k12.ca.us.kcoe/, Resources, Activities [On-line].  
- Lesson Plans, Resources, Activities [On-line].  http://schooldiscovery.com/lessonplans/programs/givemeabreak
- www.proteacher.com/110053.shtml, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.csun.edu/~vceed009/lesson.htm, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.utm.edu/departments/ed/cece/SAMk8.shmtl, Science Activity Manual [On-line].  
- www.members.tripod.com/~ehlavaty/scires1.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.ofcn.org/cyber.serv/academy/ace/sci/elem.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.atozteacherstuff.com, Lesson Plans [On-line].  
- www.ed.uri.edu/smartprojects/plants.html, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.chabotspace.org, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.stan.mb.ca/grade_3.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
  
    Environment: Comprehend
The learner will be able to (ESSENTIAL) comprehend environments.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source
Environment Comprehension Master Terra Nova 2nd Edition - CAT 6, Complete Battery, 2001, Level 13, 24 Personal/Social week tested: 29.; TN: Achievement Tests, 2001, Grade 3, Personal/Social Perspectives 24 week tested: 29.
Unit Instructional Resources
- http://interactive2.usgs.gov/learningweb/, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.kiddyhouse.com/teachers/lplifescience.html, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.enchantedlearning.com, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.enc.org/classroom/lessons/nf lessci/htm, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.bced.gov.bc.ca/irp/sciencek7/science00.htm, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.canteach.ca/elementary/life.html, Resources, Activities [On-line].  
- http://kingsnet.kings.k12.ca.us.kcoe/, Resources, Activities [On-line].  
- Lesson Plans, Resources, Activities [On-line].  http://schooldiscovery.com/lessonplans/programs/givemeabreak
- www.proteacher.com/110053.shtml, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.csun.edu/~vceed009/lesson.htm, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.utm.edu/departments/ed/cece/SAMk8.shmtl, Science Activity Manual [On-line].  
- www.members.tripod.com/~ehlavaty/scires1.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.ofcn.org/cyber.serv/academy/ace/sci/elem.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.atozteacherstuff.com, Lesson Plans [On-line].  
- www.ed.uri.edu/smartprojects/plants.html, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.chabotspace.org, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.stan.mb.ca/grade_3.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
  
    Environment: Differentiate
The learner will be able to (ESSENTIAL) differentiate between water and land environments.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source
Environment Analysis Master TN: Curriculum Standards, 2001, Grade 3, as documented through state assessment, Performance Indicator 3.9.spi.1
Unit Instructional Resources
- http://interactive2.usgs.gov/learningweb/, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.kiddyhouse.com/teachers/lplifescience.html, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.enchantedlearning.com, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.enc.org/classroom/lessons/nf lessci/htm, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.bced.gov.bc.ca/irp/sciencek7/science00.htm, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.canteach.ca/elementary/life.html, Resources, Activities [On-line].  
- http://kingsnet.kings.k12.ca.us.kcoe/, Resources, Activities [On-line].  
- Lesson Plans, Resources, Activities [On-line].  http://schooldiscovery.com/lessonplans/programs/givemeabreak
- www.proteacher.com/110053.shtml, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.csun.edu/~vceed009/lesson.htm, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.utm.edu/departments/ed/cece/SAMk8.shmtl, Science Activity Manual [On-line].  
- www.members.tripod.com/~ehlavaty/scires1.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.ofcn.org/cyber.serv/academy/ace/sci/elem.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.atozteacherstuff.com, Lesson Plans [On-line].  
- www.ed.uri.edu/smartprojects/plants.html, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.chabotspace.org, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.stan.mb.ca/grade_3.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
  
    Environment: Ecology
The learner will be able to (ESSENTIAL) comprehend ecology.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source
Environment Comprehension Master Terra Nova 2nd Edition - CAT 6, Complete Battery, 2001, Level 13, 21 Life Science week tested: 29.; TN: Achievement Tests, 2001, Grade 3, Life Science 21 week tested: 29.
Unit Instructional Resources
- http://interactive2.usgs.gov/learningweb/, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.kiddyhouse.com/teachers/lplifescience.html, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.enchantedlearning.com, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.enc.org/classroom/lessons/nf lessci/htm, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.bced.gov.bc.ca/irp/sciencek7/science00.htm, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.canteach.ca/elementary/life.html, Resources, Activities [On-line].  
- http://kingsnet.kings.k12.ca.us.kcoe/, Resources, Activities [On-line].  
- Lesson Plans, Resources, Activities [On-line].  http://schooldiscovery.com/lessonplans/programs/givemeabreak
- www.proteacher.com/110053.shtml, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.csun.edu/~vceed009/lesson.htm, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.utm.edu/departments/ed/cece/SAMk8.shmtl, Science Activity Manual [On-line].  
- www.members.tripod.com/~ehlavaty/scires1.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.ofcn.org/cyber.serv/academy/ace/sci/elem.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.atozteacherstuff.com, Lesson Plans [On-line].  
- www.ed.uri.edu/smartprojects/plants.html, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.chabotspace.org, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.stan.mb.ca/grade_3.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
  
    Environment: Quality
The learner will be able to (ESSENTIAL) develop an understanding about environmental quality.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source
Environment Comprehension Master TN: Achievement Tests, 2001, Grade 3, Personal/Social Perspectives 24 week tested: 29.
Unit Instructional Resources
- http://interactive2.usgs.gov/learningweb/, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.kiddyhouse.com/teachers/lplifescience.html, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.enchantedlearning.com, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.enc.org/classroom/lessons/nf lessci/htm, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.bced.gov.bc.ca/irp/sciencek7/science00.htm, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.canteach.ca/elementary/life.html, Resources, Activities [On-line].  
- http://kingsnet.kings.k12.ca.us.kcoe/, Resources, Activities [On-line].  
- Lesson Plans, Resources, Activities [On-line].  http://schooldiscovery.com/lessonplans/programs/givemeabreak
- www.proteacher.com/110053.shtml, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.csun.edu/~vceed009/lesson.htm, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.utm.edu/departments/ed/cece/SAMk8.shmtl, Science Activity Manual [On-line].  
- www.members.tripod.com/~ehlavaty/scires1.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.ofcn.org/cyber.serv/academy/ace/sci/elem.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.atozteacherstuff.com, Lesson Plans [On-line].  
- www.ed.uri.edu/smartprojects/plants.html, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.chabotspace.org, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.stan.mb.ca/grade_3.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
  
    Function & Structure: Comprehend
The learner will be able to (ESSENTIAL) comprehend structure and function .
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source
Agriculture Comprehension Master TN: Achievement Tests, 2001, Grade 3, Life Science 21 week tested: 29.
Unit Instructional Resources
- http://interactive2.usgs.gov/learningweb/, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.kiddyhouse.com/teachers/lplifescience.html, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.enchantedlearning.com, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.enc.org/classroom/lessons/nf lessci/htm, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.bced.gov.bc.ca/irp/sciencek7/science00.htm, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.canteach.ca/elementary/life.html, Resources, Activities [On-line].  
- http://kingsnet.kings.k12.ca.us.kcoe/, Resources, Activities [On-line].  
- Lesson Plans, Resources, Activities [On-line].  http://schooldiscovery.com/lessonplans/programs/givemeabreak
- www.proteacher.com/110053.shtml, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.csun.edu/~vceed009/lesson.htm, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.utm.edu/departments/ed/cece/SAMk8.shmtl, Science Activity Manual [On-line].  
- www.members.tripod.com/~ehlavaty/scires1.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.ofcn.org/cyber.serv/academy/ace/sci/elem.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.atozteacherstuff.com, Lesson Plans [On-line].  
- www.ed.uri.edu/smartprojects/plants.html, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.chabotspace.org, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.stan.mb.ca/grade_3.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
  
    Heredity: Living Things
The learner will be able to (ESSENTIAL) understand the heredity of living things.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source
Heredity Comprehension Master TN: Achievement Tests, 2001, Grade 3, Life Science 21 week tested: 29.
Unit Instructional Resources
- http://interactive2.usgs.gov/learningweb/, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.kiddyhouse.com/teachers/lplifescience.html, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.enchantedlearning.com, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.enc.org/classroom/lessons/nf lessci/htm, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.bced.gov.bc.ca/irp/sciencek7/science00.htm, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.canteach.ca/elementary/life.html, Resources, Activities [On-line].  
- http://kingsnet.kings.k12.ca.us.kcoe/, Resources, Activities [On-line].  
- Lesson Plans, Resources, Activities [On-line].  http://schooldiscovery.com/lessonplans/programs/givemeabreak
- www.proteacher.com/110053.shtml, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.csun.edu/~vceed009/lesson.htm, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.utm.edu/departments/ed/cece/SAMk8.shmtl, Science Activity Manual [On-line].  
- www.members.tripod.com/~ehlavaty/scires1.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.ofcn.org/cyber.serv/academy/ace/sci/elem.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.atozteacherstuff.com, Lesson Plans [On-line].  
- www.ed.uri.edu/smartprojects/plants.html, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.chabotspace.org, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.stan.mb.ca/grade_3.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
  
    Heredity: Offspring/Identify/Parents
The learner will be able to (IMPORTANT) identify that offspring tend to resemble their parents and note the similarities and differences.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source
Heredity Knowledge Master TN: Curriculum Standards, 2001, Grade 3, Learning Accomplishment 3.4.2
Unit Instructional Resources
- http://interactive2.usgs.gov/learningweb/, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.kiddyhouse.com/teachers/lplifescience.html, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.enchantedlearning.com, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.enc.org/classroom/lessons/nf lessci/htm, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.bced.gov.bc.ca/irp/sciencek7/science00.htm, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.canteach.ca/elementary/life.html, Resources, Activities [On-line].  
- http://kingsnet.kings.k12.ca.us.kcoe/, Resources, Activities [On-line].  
- Lesson Plans, Resources, Activities [On-line].  http://schooldiscovery.com/lessonplans/programs/givemeabreak
- www.proteacher.com/110053.shtml, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.csun.edu/~vceed009/lesson.htm, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.utm.edu/departments/ed/cece/SAMk8.shmtl, Science Activity Manual [On-line].  
- www.members.tripod.com/~ehlavaty/scires1.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.ofcn.org/cyber.serv/academy/ace/sci/elem.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.atozteacherstuff.com, Lesson Plans [On-line].  
- www.ed.uri.edu/smartprojects/plants.html, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.chabotspace.org, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.stan.mb.ca/grade_3.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
  
    Heredity: Offspring/Select/Parent
The learner will be able to (ESSENTIAL) select the diagram that shows a parent with its offspring.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source
Heredity Application Master TN: Curriculum Standards, 2001, Grade 3, as documented through state assessment, Performance Indicator 3.4.spi.1
Unit Instructional Resources
- http://interactive2.usgs.gov/learningweb/, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.kiddyhouse.com/teachers/lplifescience.html, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.enchantedlearning.com, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.enc.org/classroom/lessons/nf lessci/htm, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.bced.gov.bc.ca/irp/sciencek7/science00.htm, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.canteach.ca/elementary/life.html, Resources, Activities [On-line].  
- http://kingsnet.kings.k12.ca.us.kcoe/, Resources, Activities [On-line].  
- Lesson Plans, Resources, Activities [On-line].  http://schooldiscovery.com/lessonplans/programs/givemeabreak
- www.proteacher.com/110053.shtml, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.csun.edu/~vceed009/lesson.htm, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.utm.edu/departments/ed/cece/SAMk8.shmtl, Science Activity Manual [On-line].  
- www.members.tripod.com/~ehlavaty/scires1.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.ofcn.org/cyber.serv/academy/ace/sci/elem.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.atozteacherstuff.com, Lesson Plans [On-line].  
- www.ed.uri.edu/smartprojects/plants.html, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.chabotspace.org, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.stan.mb.ca/grade_3.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
  
    Human Health: Issues
The learner will be able to (ESSENTIAL) understand human health issues.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source
Human Health Comprehension Master Terra Nova 2nd Edition - CAT 6, Complete Battery, 2001, Level 13, 24 Personal/Social week tested: 29.; TN: Achievement Tests, 2001, Grade 3, Personal/Social Perspectives 24 week tested: 29.
Unit Instructional Resources
- http://interactive2.usgs.gov/learningweb/, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.kiddyhouse.com/teachers/lplifescience.html, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.enchantedlearning.com, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.enc.org/classroom/lessons/nf lessci/htm, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.bced.gov.bc.ca/irp/sciencek7/science00.htm, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.canteach.ca/elementary/life.html, Resources, Activities [On-line].  
- http://kingsnet.kings.k12.ca.us.kcoe/, Resources, Activities [On-line].  
- Lesson Plans, Resources, Activities [On-line].  http://schooldiscovery.com/lessonplans/programs/givemeabreak
- www.proteacher.com/110053.shtml, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.csun.edu/~vceed009/lesson.htm, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.utm.edu/departments/ed/cece/SAMk8.shmtl, Science Activity Manual [On-line].  
- www.members.tripod.com/~ehlavaty/scires1.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.ofcn.org/cyber.serv/academy/ace/sci/elem.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.atozteacherstuff.com, Lesson Plans [On-line].  
- www.ed.uri.edu/smartprojects/plants.html, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.chabotspace.org, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.stan.mb.ca/grade_3.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
  
    Human Health: Personal/Community
The learner will be able to (ESSENTIAL) develop an understanding of personal and community health.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source
Human Health: Personal & Community Comprehension Master TN: Achievement Tests, 2001, Grade 3, Personal/Social Perspectives 24 week tested: 29.
Unit Instructional Resources
- http://interactive2.usgs.gov/learningweb/, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.kiddyhouse.com/teachers/lplifescience.html, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.enchantedlearning.com, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.enc.org/classroom/lessons/nf lessci/htm, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.bced.gov.bc.ca/irp/sciencek7/science00.htm, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.canteach.ca/elementary/life.html, Resources, Activities [On-line].  
- http://kingsnet.kings.k12.ca.us.kcoe/, Resources, Activities [On-line].  
- Lesson Plans, Resources, Activities [On-line].  http://schooldiscovery.com/lessonplans/programs/givemeabreak
- www.proteacher.com/110053.shtml, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.csun.edu/~vceed009/lesson.htm, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.utm.edu/departments/ed/cece/SAMk8.shmtl, Science Activity Manual [On-line].  
- www.members.tripod.com/~ehlavaty/scires1.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.ofcn.org/cyber.serv/academy/ace/sci/elem.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.atozteacherstuff.com, Lesson Plans [On-line].  
- www.ed.uri.edu/smartprojects/plants.html, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.chabotspace.org, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.stan.mb.ca/grade_3.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
  
    Life Cycle
The learner will be able to (ESSENTIAL) understand that living things have a life cycle.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source
Living Things: Life Cycle Comprehension Master TN: Achievement Tests, 2001, Grade 3, Life Science 21 week tested: 29.
Unit Instructional Resources
- http://interactive2.usgs.gov/learningweb/, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.kiddyhouse.com/teachers/lplifescience.html, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.enchantedlearning.com, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.enc.org/classroom/lessons/nf lessci/htm, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.bced.gov.bc.ca/irp/sciencek7/science00.htm, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.canteach.ca/elementary/life.html, Resources, Activities [On-line].  
- http://kingsnet.kings.k12.ca.us.kcoe/, Resources, Activities [On-line].  
- Lesson Plans, Resources, Activities [On-line].  http://schooldiscovery.com/lessonplans/programs/givemeabreak
- www.proteacher.com/110053.shtml, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.csun.edu/~vceed009/lesson.htm, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.utm.edu/departments/ed/cece/SAMk8.shmtl, Science Activity Manual [On-line].  
- www.members.tripod.com/~ehlavaty/scires1.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.ofcn.org/cyber.serv/academy/ace/sci/elem.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.atozteacherstuff.com, Lesson Plans [On-line].  
- www.ed.uri.edu/smartprojects/plants.html, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.chabotspace.org, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.stan.mb.ca/grade_3.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
  
    Life Cycle: Adult/Choose/Illustration
The learner will be able to (ESSENTIAL) choose the illustration that depicts an adult organism.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source
Living Things: Life Cycle Application Master TN: Curriculum Standards, 2001, Grade 3, as documented through state assessment, Performance Indicator 3.4.spi.2
Unit Instructional Resources
- http://interactive2.usgs.gov/learningweb/, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.kiddyhouse.com/teachers/lplifescience.html, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.enchantedlearning.com, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.enc.org/classroom/lessons/nf lessci/htm, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.bced.gov.bc.ca/irp/sciencek7/science00.htm, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.canteach.ca/elementary/life.html, Resources, Activities [On-line].  
- http://kingsnet.kings.k12.ca.us.kcoe/, Resources, Activities [On-line].  
- Lesson Plans, Resources, Activities [On-line].  http://schooldiscovery.com/lessonplans/programs/givemeabreak
- www.proteacher.com/110053.shtml, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.csun.edu/~vceed009/lesson.htm, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.utm.edu/departments/ed/cece/SAMk8.shmtl, Science Activity Manual [On-line].  
- www.members.tripod.com/~ehlavaty/scires1.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.ofcn.org/cyber.serv/academy/ace/sci/elem.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.atozteacherstuff.com, Lesson Plans [On-line].  
- www.ed.uri.edu/smartprojects/plants.html, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.chabotspace.org, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.stan.mb.ca/grade_3.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
  
    Life Cycle: Comprehend
The learner will be able to (ESSENTIAL) comprehend the life cycles of living things.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source
Living Things: Life Cycle Comprehension Master Terra Nova 2nd Edition - CAT 6, Complete Battery, 2001, Level 13, 21 Life Science week tested: 29.
Unit Instructional Resources
- http://interactive2.usgs.gov/learningweb/, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.kiddyhouse.com/teachers/lplifescience.html, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.enchantedlearning.com, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.enc.org/classroom/lessons/nf lessci/htm, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.bced.gov.bc.ca/irp/sciencek7/science00.htm, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.canteach.ca/elementary/life.html, Resources, Activities [On-line].  
- http://kingsnet.kings.k12.ca.us.kcoe/, Resources, Activities [On-line].  
- Lesson Plans, Resources, Activities [On-line].  http://schooldiscovery.com/lessonplans/programs/givemeabreak
- www.proteacher.com/110053.shtml, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.csun.edu/~vceed009/lesson.htm, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.utm.edu/departments/ed/cece/SAMk8.shmtl, Science Activity Manual [On-line].  
- www.members.tripod.com/~ehlavaty/scires1.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.ofcn.org/cyber.serv/academy/ace/sci/elem.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.atozteacherstuff.com, Lesson Plans [On-line].  
- www.ed.uri.edu/smartprojects/plants.html, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.chabotspace.org, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.stan.mb.ca/grade_3.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
  
    Life Cycle: Explain/Alterations/Common
The learner will be able to (IMPORTANT) explain alterations which are components of common life cycles.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source
Living Things: Life Cycle Comprehension Master TN: Curriculum Standards, 2001, Grade 3, Learning Accomplishment 3.4.3
Unit Instructional Resources
- http://interactive2.usgs.gov/learningweb/, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.kiddyhouse.com/teachers/lplifescience.html, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.enchantedlearning.com, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.enc.org/classroom/lessons/nf lessci/htm, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.bced.gov.bc.ca/irp/sciencek7/science00.htm, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.canteach.ca/elementary/life.html, Resources, Activities [On-line].  
- http://kingsnet.kings.k12.ca.us.kcoe/, Resources, Activities [On-line].  
- Lesson Plans, Resources, Activities [On-line].  http://schooldiscovery.com/lessonplans/programs/givemeabreak
- www.proteacher.com/110053.shtml, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.csun.edu/~vceed009/lesson.htm, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.utm.edu/departments/ed/cece/SAMk8.shmtl, Science Activity Manual [On-line].  
- www.members.tripod.com/~ehlavaty/scires1.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.ofcn.org/cyber.serv/academy/ace/sci/elem.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.atozteacherstuff.com, Lesson Plans [On-line].  
- www.ed.uri.edu/smartprojects/plants.html, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.chabotspace.org, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.stan.mb.ca/grade_3.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
  
    Life Cycle: Matures/Choose/Illustration
The learner will be able to (ESSENTIAL) choose an illustration that depicts how an organism changes as it matures.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source
Living Things: Life Cycle Application Master TN: Curriculum Standards, 2001, Grade 3, as documented through state assessment, Performance Indicator 3.4.spi.3
Unit Instructional Resources
- http://interactive2.usgs.gov/learningweb/, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.kiddyhouse.com/teachers/lplifescience.html, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.enchantedlearning.com, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.enc.org/classroom/lessons/nf lessci/htm, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.bced.gov.bc.ca/irp/sciencek7/science00.htm, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.canteach.ca/elementary/life.html, Resources, Activities [On-line].  
- http://kingsnet.kings.k12.ca.us.kcoe/, Resources, Activities [On-line].  
- Lesson Plans, Resources, Activities [On-line].  http://schooldiscovery.com/lessonplans/programs/givemeabreak
- www.proteacher.com/110053.shtml, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.csun.edu/~vceed009/lesson.htm, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.utm.edu/departments/ed/cece/SAMk8.shmtl, Science Activity Manual [On-line].  
- www.members.tripod.com/~ehlavaty/scires1.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.ofcn.org/cyber.serv/academy/ace/sci/elem.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.atozteacherstuff.com, Lesson Plans [On-line].  
- www.ed.uri.edu/smartprojects/plants.html, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.chabotspace.org, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.stan.mb.ca/grade_3.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
  
    Living Things: Behavior and Regulation
The learner will be able to (ESSENTIAL) understand the behavior and regulation of living things.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source
Living Things: Behavior Comprehension Master TN: Achievement Tests, 2001, Grade 3, Life Science 21 week tested: 29.
Unit Instructional Resources
- http://interactive2.usgs.gov/learningweb/, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.kiddyhouse.com/teachers/lplifescience.html, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.enchantedlearning.com, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.enc.org/classroom/lessons/nf lessci/htm, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.bced.gov.bc.ca/irp/sciencek7/science00.htm, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.canteach.ca/elementary/life.html, Resources, Activities [On-line].  
- http://kingsnet.kings.k12.ca.us.kcoe/, Resources, Activities [On-line].  
- Lesson Plans, Resources, Activities [On-line].  http://schooldiscovery.com/lessonplans/programs/givemeabreak
- www.proteacher.com/110053.shtml, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.csun.edu/~vceed009/lesson.htm, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.utm.edu/departments/ed/cece/SAMk8.shmtl, Science Activity Manual [On-line].  
- www.members.tripod.com/~ehlavaty/scires1.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.ofcn.org/cyber.serv/academy/ace/sci/elem.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.atozteacherstuff.com, Lesson Plans [On-line].  
- www.ed.uri.edu/smartprojects/plants.html, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.chabotspace.org, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.stan.mb.ca/grade_3.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
  
    Living Things: Dependence/Describe
The learner will be able to (IMPORTANT) describe the dependence of plants and animals on each other and on the non-living parts of the environment to meet their basic needs.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source
Living Things: Dependence Comprehension Master TN: Curriculum Standards, 2001, Grade 3, Learning Accomplishment 3.2.3
Unit Instructional Resources
- http://interactive2.usgs.gov/learningweb/, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.kiddyhouse.com/teachers/lplifescience.html, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.enchantedlearning.com, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.enc.org/classroom/lessons/nf lessci/htm, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.bced.gov.bc.ca/irp/sciencek7/science00.htm, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.canteach.ca/elementary/life.html, Resources, Activities [On-line].  
- http://kingsnet.kings.k12.ca.us.kcoe/, Resources, Activities [On-line].  
- Lesson Plans, Resources, Activities [On-line].  http://schooldiscovery.com/lessonplans/programs/givemeabreak
- www.proteacher.com/110053.shtml, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.csun.edu/~vceed009/lesson.htm, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.utm.edu/departments/ed/cece/SAMk8.shmtl, Science Activity Manual [On-line].  
- www.members.tripod.com/~ehlavaty/scires1.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.ofcn.org/cyber.serv/academy/ace/sci/elem.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.atozteacherstuff.com, Lesson Plans [On-line].  
- www.ed.uri.edu/smartprojects/plants.html, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.chabotspace.org, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.stan.mb.ca/grade_3.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
  
    Living Things: Habitats/Niches/Various
The learner will be able to (ESSENTIAL) understand that various living things live in various habitats and/or niches.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source
Living Things: Habitats Comprehension Master Terra Nova 2nd Edition - CAT 6, Complete Battery, 2001, Level 13, 21 Life Science week tested: 29.
Unit Instructional Resources
- http://interactive2.usgs.gov/learningweb/, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.kiddyhouse.com/teachers/lplifescience.html, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.enchantedlearning.com, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.enc.org/classroom/lessons/nf lessci/htm, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.bced.gov.bc.ca/irp/sciencek7/science00.htm, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.canteach.ca/elementary/life.html, Resources, Activities [On-line].  
- http://kingsnet.kings.k12.ca.us.kcoe/, Resources, Activities [On-line].  
- Lesson Plans, Resources, Activities [On-line].  http://schooldiscovery.com/lessonplans/programs/givemeabreak
- www.proteacher.com/110053.shtml, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.csun.edu/~vceed009/lesson.htm, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.utm.edu/departments/ed/cece/SAMk8.shmtl, Science Activity Manual [On-line].  
- www.members.tripod.com/~ehlavaty/scires1.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.ofcn.org/cyber.serv/academy/ace/sci/elem.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.atozteacherstuff.com, Lesson Plans [On-line].  
- www.ed.uri.edu/smartprojects/plants.html, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.chabotspace.org, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.stan.mb.ca/grade_3.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
  
    Living Things: Identify/Parts/Well-Being
The learner will be able to (IMPORTANT) identify that the small parts that make up a living thing are essential to its well-being.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source
Living Things Knowledge Master TN: Curriculum Standards, 2001, Grade 3, Learning Accomplishment 3.1.2.b
Unit Instructional Resources
- http://interactive2.usgs.gov/learningweb/, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.kiddyhouse.com/teachers/lplifescience.html, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.enchantedlearning.com, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.enc.org/classroom/lessons/nf lessci/htm, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.bced.gov.bc.ca/irp/sciencek7/science00.htm, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.canteach.ca/elementary/life.html, Resources, Activities [On-line].  
- http://kingsnet.kings.k12.ca.us.kcoe/, Resources, Activities [On-line].  
- Lesson Plans, Resources, Activities [On-line].  http://schooldiscovery.com/lessonplans/programs/givemeabreak
- www.proteacher.com/110053.shtml, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.csun.edu/~vceed009/lesson.htm, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.utm.edu/departments/ed/cece/SAMk8.shmtl, Science Activity Manual [On-line].  
- www.members.tripod.com/~ehlavaty/scires1.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.ofcn.org/cyber.serv/academy/ace/sci/elem.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.atozteacherstuff.com, Lesson Plans [On-line].  
- www.ed.uri.edu/smartprojects/plants.html, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.chabotspace.org, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.stan.mb.ca/grade_3.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
  
    Living Things: Illustration/Choose
The learner will be able to (ESSENTIAL) choose the illustration that depicts what happens when a living thing is missing a specific part.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source
Living Things Application Master TN: Curriculum Standards, 2001, Grade 3, as documented through state assessment, Performance Indicator 3.1.spi.3
Unit Instructional Resources
- http://interactive2.usgs.gov/learningweb/, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.kiddyhouse.com/teachers/lplifescience.html, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.enchantedlearning.com, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.enc.org/classroom/lessons/nf lessci/htm, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.bced.gov.bc.ca/irp/sciencek7/science00.htm, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.canteach.ca/elementary/life.html, Resources, Activities [On-line].  
- http://kingsnet.kings.k12.ca.us.kcoe/, Resources, Activities [On-line].  
- Lesson Plans, Resources, Activities [On-line].  http://schooldiscovery.com/lessonplans/programs/givemeabreak
- www.proteacher.com/110053.shtml, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.csun.edu/~vceed009/lesson.htm, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.utm.edu/departments/ed/cece/SAMk8.shmtl, Science Activity Manual [On-line].  
- www.members.tripod.com/~ehlavaty/scires1.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.ofcn.org/cyber.serv/academy/ace/sci/elem.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.atozteacherstuff.com, Lesson Plans [On-line].  
- www.ed.uri.edu/smartprojects/plants.html, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.chabotspace.org, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.stan.mb.ca/grade_3.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
  
    Living Things: Population/Comprehend
The learner will be able to (ESSENTIAL) comprehend populations.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source
Living Things: Population Comprehension Master TN: Achievement Tests, 2001, Grade 3, Personal/Social Perspectives 24 week tested: 29.
Unit Instructional Resources
- http://interactive2.usgs.gov/learningweb/, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.kiddyhouse.com/teachers/lplifescience.html, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.enchantedlearning.com, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.enc.org/classroom/lessons/nf lessci/htm, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.bced.gov.bc.ca/irp/sciencek7/science00.htm, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.canteach.ca/elementary/life.html, Resources, Activities [On-line].  
- http://kingsnet.kings.k12.ca.us.kcoe/, Resources, Activities [On-line].  
- Lesson Plans, Resources, Activities [On-line].  http://schooldiscovery.com/lessonplans/programs/givemeabreak
- www.proteacher.com/110053.shtml, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.csun.edu/~vceed009/lesson.htm, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.utm.edu/departments/ed/cece/SAMk8.shmtl, Science Activity Manual [On-line].  
- www.members.tripod.com/~ehlavaty/scires1.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.ofcn.org/cyber.serv/academy/ace/sci/elem.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.atozteacherstuff.com, Lesson Plans [On-line].  
- www.ed.uri.edu/smartprojects/plants.html, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.chabotspace.org, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.stan.mb.ca/grade_3.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
  
    Living/Non-living: Recognize/Different
The learner will be able to (ESSENTIAL) recognize how living and non-living things are different and determine whether an object is living or non-living by studying its characteristics.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source
Living/Non-Living Things Knowledge Master TN: Curriculum Standards, 2001, Grade 3, as documented through state assessment, Performance Indicator 3.2. spi. 1, Learning Accomplishment 3.2.1
Unit Instructional Resources
- http://interactive2.usgs.gov/learningweb/, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.kiddyhouse.com/teachers/lplifescience.html, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.enchantedlearning.com, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.enc.org/classroom/lessons/nf lessci/htm, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.bced.gov.bc.ca/irp/sciencek7/science00.htm, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.canteach.ca/elementary/life.html, Resources, Activities [On-line].  
- http://kingsnet.kings.k12.ca.us.kcoe/, Resources, Activities [On-line].  
- Lesson Plans, Resources, Activities [On-line].  http://schooldiscovery.com/lessonplans/programs/givemeabreak
- www.proteacher.com/110053.shtml, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.csun.edu/~vceed009/lesson.htm, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.utm.edu/departments/ed/cece/SAMk8.shmtl, Science Activity Manual [On-line].  
- www.members.tripod.com/~ehlavaty/scires1.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.ofcn.org/cyber.serv/academy/ace/sci/elem.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.atozteacherstuff.com, Lesson Plans [On-line].  
- www.ed.uri.edu/smartprojects/plants.html, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.chabotspace.org, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.stan.mb.ca/grade_3.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
  
    Organisms: Adaptation and Diversity
The learner will be able to (ESSENTIAL) understand the adaptations and diversity of organisms.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source
Organisms Comprehension Master TN: Achievement Tests, 2001, Grade 3, Life Science 21 week tested: 29.
Unit Instructional Resources
- http://interactive2.usgs.gov/learningweb/, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.kiddyhouse.com/teachers/lplifescience.html, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.enchantedlearning.com, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.enc.org/classroom/lessons/nf lessci/htm, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.bced.gov.bc.ca/irp/sciencek7/science00.htm, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.canteach.ca/elementary/life.html, Resources, Activities [On-line].  
- http://kingsnet.kings.k12.ca.us.kcoe/, Resources, Activities [On-line].  
- Lesson Plans, Resources, Activities [On-line].  http://schooldiscovery.com/lessonplans/programs/givemeabreak
- www.proteacher.com/110053.shtml, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.csun.edu/~vceed009/lesson.htm, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.utm.edu/departments/ed/cece/SAMk8.shmtl, Science Activity Manual [On-line].  
- www.members.tripod.com/~ehlavaty/scires1.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.ofcn.org/cyber.serv/academy/ace/sci/elem.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.atozteacherstuff.com, Lesson Plans [On-line].  
- www.ed.uri.edu/smartprojects/plants.html, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.chabotspace.org, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
- www.stan.mb.ca/grade_3.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
  
    Organisms: Adaptations/Understand
The learner will be able to (ESSENTIAL) understand behavioral and/or structural adaptations.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source
Organisms Comprehension Master Terra Nova 2nd Edition - CAT 6, Complete Battery, 2001, Level 13, 21 Life Science week tested: 29.
Unit Instructional Resources
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- http://interactive2.usgs.gov/learningweb/, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
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- www.enchantedlearning.com, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.enc.org/classroom/lessons/nf lessci/htm, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.bced.gov.bc.ca/irp/sciencek7/science00.htm, Lesson Plans, Activities [On-line].  
- www.canteach.ca/elementary/life.html, Resources, Activities [On-line].  
- http://kingsnet.kings.k12.ca.us.kcoe/, Resources, Activities [On-line].  
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