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STANDARD 5.8 (EARTH SCIENCE) ALL STUDENTS WILL GAIN AN UNDERSTANDING OF THE STRUCTURE, DYNAMICS, AND GEOPHYSICAL SYSTEMS OF THE EARTH.
Descriptive Statement: The study of science should include a study of the planet Earth and its relationship to the rest of the universe. This standard describes what students should know about the composition of the Earth and the forces that shape it.
Cumulative Progress Indicators
Building upon knowledge and skills gained in preceding grades, by the end of Grade 6, students will:
A. Earth’s Properties and Materials Reinforce indicators from previous grade level
B. Atmosphere and Water 1. Describe the composition, circulation, and distribution of the world’s oceans, estuaries, and marine environments. 2. Describe and illustrate the water cycle . C. Processes that Shape the Earth 1. Summarize the process involved in the rock cycle and describe the characteristics of the rocks involved.
D. How We Study the Earth 1. Utilize various tools such as map projections and topographical maps to interpret features of Earth’s surface.
Link to Standard 5.8 Grade 3-4
Link to Standard 5.8 Grade 7-8
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