2nd grade Instructional Guide

Unit 5

2nd Grade Science

PACING

KEY LANGUAGE USE(S)

Explain

Mar 7 - Apr 25

STRAND: PROPERTIES OF MATTER All things are made of matter which exists with different forms and properties. Matter can be described and classifed by its observable properties. Materials with certain properties are well-suited for specifc uses. Heating or cooling some types of matter may or may not irreversibly change their properties. KEY STANDARD(S) ● Standard 2.3.1 Plan and carry out an investigation to classify different kinds of materials based on patterns in their observable properties. Examples could include sorting materials based on similar properties such as strength, color, fexibility, hardness, texture, or whether the materials are solids or liquids. (PS1.A) ● Standard 2.3.2 Construct an explanation showing how the properties of materials infuence their intended use and function. Examples could include using wood as a building material because it is lightweight and strong or the use of concrete, steel, or cotton due to their unique properties. (PS1.A) END OF UNIT COMPETENCY WITH LANGUAGE FEATURES & FUNCTIONS By the end of Unit 5 students will be able to tell how to sort different materials based on their observable properties and infuence their intended use.

Language Functions and Features: ● Relating Verbs: Sort by attributes

○ The property of ________ would be best for its purpose because _________. ○ The property of ________ would not work well because _____________. ○ The _______ properties and structure help the _______ to function because________. ○ _________ is how the solutions are similar/different.

● Nouns to represent concepts: (investigate, construct) ● Comparatives to show similarities and differences

FORMATIVE ASSESSMENT

● 2.3.1 Formative Assessment ● 2.3.2 Formative Assessment

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