Alignment to Standards for MA
| Grade | Number | Standard |
|---|---|---|
| 5-Mar | E&S:3-5.1. | Give a simple explanation of what a mineral is and some examples, e.g., quartz, mica. |
| 5-Mar | E&S:3-5.2. | Identify the physical properties of minerals (hardness, color, luster, cleavage, and streak), and explain how minerals can be tested for these different physical properties. |
| 5-Mar | E&S:3-5.3. | Identify the three categories of rocks (metamorphic, igneous, and sedimentary) based on how they are formed, and explain the natural and physical processes that create these rocks. |
| 5-Mar | PS:3-5.1 | Differentiate between properties of objects (e.g., size, shape, weight) and properties of materials (e.g., color, texture, hardness). |
| PK-2 | E&S:PK-2.1. | Recognize that water, rocks, soil, and living organisms are found on the earthês surface. |
| PK-2 | PS:PK-2.1 | Sort objects by observable properties such as size, shape, color, weight, and texture. |
