*2.1 The student will demonstrate safe practices during investigations. They will be able to identify the tools used by scientists as well as use them appropriately in a lab setting.
*2.2 The student asks questions, plans, and conducts scientific investigations.
*2.3 The student knows that critical thinking, scientific problem solving, and the contributions of scientists are used in making decisions.
*2.4 The student uses appropriate tools and models to investigate the natural world.

2.8 The student knows that there are recognizable patterns in the natural world among objects in the sky.

*TEKS will be ongoing throughout the year.

Weather Observations

Weather vs. Climate

Types of Severe Weather

Rain Cloud Investigation

Groundhog Day STEM Activity on Thursday

2.9 The student understands the value of work.

2.10 The student understands the roles of producers and consumers in the production of goods and services.

Needs vs. Wants