Focus Statement: Fourth grade students will use the scientific method to analyze and describe the properties of matter, differentiate types of simple machines, examine and describe the principles of electricity and the forces of nature in weather systems.
S.4:1 Simple Machines
Students will differentiate among the types of simple machines and explain how each makes work easier.
S.4:2 Weather Systems
Students will examine and describe the impact of the forces of nature in weather systems.
S.4:3 Weather Awareness
Students will describe appropriate safety measures to be taken during natural weather disasters and will describe the effects of pollution on the weather.
S.4:4 Matter
Students will analyze matter to describe its properties.
S.4:5 Electricity and Safety
The students will characterize electrical energy and apply appropriate safety measures.
S. 4:6 Health/Defense Systems/Personal Hygiene
Students will demonstrate an understanding of the body's defense systems and demonstrate appropriate health choices regarding personal hygiene