Elementary Science
It is the mission of Richland County School District One to ensure that every elementary school student receives a high quality science education. Furthermore, we are committed to preparing our students to become college and career ready, by providing them with opportunities for exploration, collaboration and problem solving. Our efforts to support both teaching and learning are demonstrated through the utilization of our 5Es Science Content Framework(Engage, Explore, Explain, Extent and Evaluate) and the creation of our curriculum units. Additionally, our goal is to help instill a love for science within all students and to adequately prepare them for careers in Science, Technology, Engineering, the Arts and Mathematics. The following chart provides a year- at- a- glance for grades 3-5.
Science Content by Grade
| Grade 3 | Grade 4 | Grade 5 |
|---|---|---|
| 1st Quarter Properties and Changes in Matter |
1st Quarter Weather and Climate |
1st Quarter Forces and Motion |
| 2nd Quarter Earth's Materials and Processes |
2nd Quarter Stars and the Solar System |
2nd Quarter Changes in Landforms and Oceans |
| 3rd Quarter Energy Transfer: Electricity and Magnetism |
3rd Quarter Forms of Energy: Light and Sound |
3rd Quarter Matter and Mixtures |
| 4th Quarter Environments and Habitats |
4th Quarter Characteristics and Growth of Organisms |
4th Quarter Interdependent Relationships |
Elementary Science Teacher Resource
Elementary Science Year-At-A-Glance