Investigating in Science
Exploring a situation
Hannah contributes observations to a class exploration of the Moon (see "before" view).
Using systematic approaches and scientific conventions
Hannah collects and records simple data from her observations of the Moon.
Processing and interpreting
With prompting, Hannah identifies observed similarities and differences as to reach a conclusion in a simple investigation.
Reporting
Hannah talks freely about aspects of her investigation and produces written records. |
Developing and Communicating Scientific Understanding
Using scientific ideas in constructing explanations
Hannah shares her ideas about scientific experiences. She tries to explain her observations and the events that occurred in class. She develops knowledge of the changes in the Moon's appearance and a tentative understanding of the scientific idea that the Moon reflects the light from the Sun (see "after" view). |
