Kindergarten

Science

Course Description

Kindergarten Science is designed to allow students to explore and investigate their natural world.

Course Objectives

The Kindergarten student will:

• Explore and investigate properties of wood, magnets, and animals through hands on activities
• Sort, measure, and classify objects
• Develop a basic science vocabulary
• Observe and compare scientific changes
• Contribute information to class discussions
• Observe and record seasonal changes
• Identify basic needs of habitats and animals
• Cooperate and share in group investigations
• Demonstrate respect for living things
• Demonstrate understanding of personal health and safety

Learning activities

• Hands on experiments
• Nature walks
• Field trips
• Guest speakers
• Teacher directed experiments

Course Materials

• Science Studies Weekly
• Science Studies Weekly online activities
• Topic appropriate videos