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Sylvan Dell Publishing Title Alignment to Missouri Science and Math Standards
Written and illustrated by Karen Lee For children ages 3 to 7 Lexile Code: AD Lexile Level: 860 Hardcover ISBN 978-0-9777423-0-1 Paperback ISBN 978-0-9777423-6-3
It’s not just an “ABC” book–it’s an around-the-world animal adventure! Visit animals in all different habitats, biomes, and geographical regions. From the cold tundra to the hot deserts and from the jungles of Africa to the high Himalayan Mountains, find the safari boy and his parrot in each illustration .
Math extension: have children graph the sorting cards (see on-line teaching activities) Geography extension: have children identify animals’ native habitats on a world map Language Arts extension: have class make their own ABC book (see on-line teaching activities for provided art-templates)
Science VII. Living Systems A. Structure/Function/Characteristics
SC/VII.A/K-4/1. Observable characteristics of living organisms can be used to sort and group them. SC/VII.A/K-4/1/a. sort common objects based on color and/or shape and use this skill to sort common organisms (1.5) SC/VII.A/K-4/1/b. discover and evaluate patterns and relationships of living organisms (1.6) SC/VII.A/K-4/2. Organisms differ in structure and function and have characteristics that help them survive and reproduce in different environments. SC/VII.A/K-4/2/a. interpret and explain patterns and relationships of the animals’ structure and systems based on data given about different animals (1.6; 1.7; 1.8; 2.2)
Science VII. Living Systems B. Life Processes
SC/VII.B/K-4/2. Most organisms require a variety of materials including food, water, air, and a suitable environment for survival. Animals obtain energy and nutrients from plants or other animals. SC/VII.B/K-4/3. Organisms are composed of parts that work together and exhibit behaviors that ensure the survival of the whole organism. SC/VII.B/K-4/3/a. discover and evaluate patterns and relationships between the parts of organisms that work together and the behaviors that ensure the survival of the whole organism (1.7; 1.8)
Science VII. Living Systems C. Diversity SCIENCEK-4
SC/VII.C/K-4/1. Organisms can be grouped by specific structures. SC/VII.C/K-4/1/a. group organisms according to similar specific structures (1.6)
Science VII. Living Systems E. Adaptation/Evolution
SC/VII.E/K-4/1. Organisms have parts that enable them to live and survive in the world. SC/VII.E/K-4/1/a. organize data, information, and ideas about how body parts enable the organism to live and survive (1.8)
Science VIII. Ecology A. Interactions
SC/VIII.A/K-4/1. All living organisms interact with each other and their environment. SC/VIII.A/K-4/1/a. give examples of how living things affect their environment and other living things (1.3; 1.6; 4.1) SC/VIII.A/K-4/2. All organisms depend on one another and their environment to live and grow. SC/VIII.A/K-4/2/a. identify the common basic needs of organisms and the ways in which they depend on each other and their environment (1.1; 1.2; 1.3; 1.6; 1.10; 2.4; 3.5; 4.6) SC/VIII.A/K-4/4. Behavior patterns and survival of organisms result from their interactions with a specific environment. SC/VIII.A/K-4/4/b. identify behavior and physical adaptations that help organisms adapt to changing conditions (1.2; 1.5; 2.4) SC/VIII.A/K-4/4/c. identify the physical attributes and behavior of living organisms that enable them to survive (1.2; 1.5; 2.4) SC/VIII.A/K-4/5. Organisms interact with each other as producer/consumer, scavenger, predator/prey, parasite/host, decomposer, etc. SC/VIII.A/K-4/5/a. identify and discuss the nature of relationships between two or more living organisms (1.2; 2.3; 2.7; 3.5) SC/VIII.A/K-4/6/b. develop a food web to show the energy flow from any organism to another (1.8; 2.2; 3.5)
Science VIII. Ecology B. Changes SCIENCEK-4
SC/VIII.B/K-4/1. All organisms, including humans, cause changes in their environments that can be either beneficial or harmful to the organisms in the ecosystem. Beaver SC/VIII.B/K-4/2. Organisms that survive in an environment have developed adaptations that allow the organisms to compete for available resources and cope with the physical conditions of their environment. SC/VIII.B/K-4/2/a. identify positive adaptations of organisms to a given environment that increase chances for survival (1.3; 1.4; 2.3; 3.5; 4.1)
Burro’s Tortillas Written by Terri Fields Cross The Little Red Hen with a burro and friends and you get this humorous southwestern retelling of the childhood favorite! When Burro decides to turn corn into tortillas, he finds it hard to get help from his friends. This delightful, punny story imparts an accurate picture of the traditional way that tortillas are made. The “For Creative Minds” section includes: Encourages children to work hard and to do what’s right, even if their friends don’t
Burro’s Tortillas was vetted for scientific accuracy by Elizabeth Wolanyk, director of education and research at the American Farm Bureau Foundation for Agriculture. Geography & language arts extensions:
Math extension: have children halve or double or triple the tortilla recipe Language Arts: puns & introduction to Spanish vocabulary (multi-cultural) Character: Do what you know is right, even if your friends don’t & hard work pays off
Sylvan Dell Publishing’s Alignment to Missouri Science & Math Standards’ Framework K-4 based on story text and the “For Creative Minds” educational section
Science I. Scientific Inquiry: A. Processes of Scientific Inquiry
SC/I.A/K-4/4. Using tools, following directions, and asking for suggestions are helpful in building something or getting something to work better. (Recipe FCM)
Science III. Matter and Energy A. Properties, Characteristics and Structures of Matter
SC/III.A/K-4/1/b. identify physical properties of objects that are detected using the senses (1.3; 2.4; 4.1) SC/III.A/K-4/1/d. describe a material as its form and size is changed (1.6; 2.2; 3.5) SC/III.A/K-4/2. Matter has physical properties that can change. SC/III.A/K-4/2/a. identify ways heat and light affect common objects (1.3; 3.5) SC/III.A/K-4/4. Matter is anything that has mass and volume and is composed of smaller parts. • Identify things that are combinations of substances (e.g., tortillas) SC/III.A/K-4/3/a. select and classify a variety of common materials and objects as being composed of one substance or more than one substance (1.2; 2.3; 3.5) SC/III.A/K-4/3/b. refine and adapt the parts of objects to create a new object (1.4; 1.6; 3.1; 4.6) SC/III.A/K-4/5. Substances can occur either in pure form or as a mixture. SC/III.A/K-4/5.a. predict the properties of a mixture given the concentration of ingredients (1.6; 2.3; 3.5) SC/III.A/K-4/6. Physical properties of matter can change.
Science III. Matter and Energy C. Interactions of Matter and Energy
SC/III.C/K-4/2. Heat causes materials to increase in temperature and feel warmer, or change state (gas, liquid, or solid). SC/III.C/K-4/2/a. select and apply strategies to show how heat causes materials to increase in temperature and makes it feel warmer (1.2; 1.3; 1.6; 2.3; 3.5; 4.1)
Science VII. Living Systems B. Life Processes
SC/VII.B/K-4/2. Most organisms require a variety of materials including food, water, air, and a suitable environment for survival. Animals obtain energy and nutrients from plants or other animals.
Science VII. Living Systems C. Diversity SCIENCEK-4
SC/VII.C/K-4/2. Some characteristics of organisms are inherited and some are acquired as a result of interaction with the environment. Corn was developed by early humans by breeding together two different plants!
Science VIII. Ecology A. Interactions
SC/VIII.A/K-4/1. All living organisms interact with each other and their environment. SC/VIII.A/K-4/1/a. give examples of how living things affect their environment and other living things (1.3; 1.6; 4.1) SC/VIII.A/K-4/2. All organisms depend on one another and their environment to live and grow. SC/VIII.A/K-4/2/a. identify the common basic needs of organisms and the ways in which they depend on each other and their environment (1.1; 1.2; 1.3; 1.6; 1.10; 2.4; 3.5; 4.6) SC/VIII.A/K-4/3. People depend on other organisms and Earth’s resources for clothing, shelter, and food. SC/VIII.A/K-4/3/a. identify ways humans depend on other organisms for food, clothing, and shelter, etc. (1.2; 2.3; 4.1) SC/VIII.A/K-4//6. Interactions between organisms and their environment contribute to continuous cycling of matter and energy. SC/VIII.A/K-4/6/b. develop a food web to show the energy flow from any organism to another (1.8; 2.2; 3.5)
Science VIII. Ecology B. Changes SCIENCEK-4
SC/VIII.B/K-4/1. All organisms, including humans, cause changes in their environments that can be either beneficial or harmful to the organisms in the ecosystem.
Math IV. Connections
MA/IV/K-4/ 3. Mathematics is used in the real world. MA/IV/K-4/ d. use mathematics in other curriculum areas and in daily living (NCTM Standard 4; MO 1.10, 4.7)
Math V. Number Sense
By the end of 4th grade, students should be able to: (Recipe FCM)
MA/V/K-4/ h. make and use standard and nonstandard measurements in problems and everyday situations (NCTM Standard 5; MO 3.2, 3.3) MA/V/K-4/ i. explore the concepts of fractions, mixed numbers, and decimals and be able to apply them to problem situations (NCTM Standard 12; MO 1.6, 3.2, 3.3, 4.1)
’07-’08 South Carolina Picture Book Award nominee Reviewed by School Library Journal, Booklist, American Biology Teacher, and NSTA Recommends “Rathmell’s book will find eager readers.” —Patricia Manning, School Library Journal This heartwarming photographic journal describes a critically ill sea turtle as she is nursed back to health at a Sea Turtle Hospital. Readers will empathize with Carolina as she undergoes many of the same medical treatments sick or injured children face and then celebrate the happy day when she returns to her home in the sea. The “For Creative Minds” section includes:
Geography extension: research and locate on a map the range and distribution of loggerhead sea turtles. Where do they nest? Follow satellite tagged sea turtles (see links for SeaTurtle.org) Technology: how has technology allowed us to help sea turtles? Have you ever had any of the same medical treatments as Carolina received? Investigation: Why do you think Carolina got sick? (see teaching activities) Character: caring for wildlife around you and the environment
Sylvan Dell Publishing’s Alignment to Missouri Science & Math Standards’ Framework K-4 based on story text and the “For Creative Minds” educational section
Science I. Scientific Inquiry: A. Processes of Scientific Inquiry (FCM)
SC/I.A/K-4/1. Tools, especially measuring, magnifying, and photographic ones, can give more information than by observing only using the senses. SC/I.A/K-4/3/a. compare things in terms of shape or size (2.1; 2.4; 2.7)
Science II. Scientific Relevance A. The Nature of Technology
SC/II.A/K-4/1. Tools that have been invented affect all areas of life. SC/II.A/K-4/2.a. predict, analyze, and evaluate the potential effects of technological solutions to simple problems on other people or the environment, considering such issues as costs, benefits, and consequences (3.6; 3.7; 3.8)
Science II. Scientific Relevance B. Historical Perspective
SC/II.B/K-4/1/a. investigate, discuss, and raise questions about the past, and possible future, contributions of science and technology to individuals and society (1.2; 1.9; 2.3; 2.4; 3.4; 3.6)
Science II. Scientific Relevance C. Science as a Human Endeavor
SC/II.C/K-4/1. Science is a way to solve problems; everybody can do scientific activities, discover some things about nature, and invent things and ideas. SC/II.C/K-4/2. Science requires many different kinds of activities, involving men and women of all ages and backgrounds. SC/II.C/K-4/2.a. recognize the various ways in which science and technology impact on all career and occupational areas (4.3; 4.8)
Science VII. Living Systems A. Structure/Function/Characteristics
SC/VII.A/K-4/1. Observable characteristics of living organisms can be used to sort and group them. (reptiles) SC/VII.A/K-4/2. Organisms differ in structure and function and have characteristics that help them survive and reproduce in different environments.
Science VII. Living Systems B. Life Processes
SC/VII.B/K-4/1. Organisms go through life cycles. (FCM) SC/VII.B/K-4/2. Most organisms require a variety of materials including food, water, air, and a suitable environment for survival. Animals obtain energy and nutrients from plants or other animals. SC/VII.B/K-4/2/b. summarize the effect of various conditions on plant and animal survival tactics (2.1; 2.3) SC/VII.B/K-4/3. Organisms are composed of parts that work together and exhibit behaviors that ensure the survival of the whole organism. SC/VII.B/K-4/3/a. discover and evaluate patterns and relationships between the parts of organisms that work together and the behaviors that ensure the survival of the whole organism (1.7; 1.8)
Science VII. Living Systems C. Diversity SCIENCEK-4
SC/VII.C/K-4/1. Organisms can be grouped by specific structures. SC/VII.C/K-4/1/a. group organisms according to similar specific structures (1.6) SC/VII.C/K-4/1/b. compare living things using one or more structure attributes (1.6)
Science VII. Living Systems E. Adaptation/Evolution SCIENCEK-4
SC/VII.E/K-4/1. Organisms have parts that enable them to live and survive in the world. SC/VII.E/K-4/1/a. organize data, information, and ideas about how body parts enable the organism to live and survive (1.8)
Science VIII. Ecology A. Interactions
SC/VIII.A/K-4/1. All living organisms interact with each other and their environment. SC/VIII.A/K-4/1/a. give examples of how living things affect their environment and other living things (1.3; 1.6; 4.1) SC/VIII.A/K-4/2/a. identify the common basic needs of organisms and the ways in which they depend on each other and their environment (1.1; 1.2; 1.3; 1.6; 1.10; 2.4; 3.5; 4.6) SC/VIII.A/K-4/4. Behavior patterns and survival of organisms result from their interactions with a specific environment. SC/VIII.A/K-4/4/a. predict how specific changes in the environment will affect people and other organisms found in this environment (1.1; 1.3; 2.4; 3.2; 3.4; 3.5; 4.1; 4.6) SC/VIII.A/K-4/4/b. identify behavior and physical adaptations that help organisms adapt to changing conditions (1.2; 1.5; 2.4) SC/VIII.A/K-4/4/c. identify the physical attributes and behavior of living organisms that enable them to survive (1.2; 1.5; 2.4) SC/VIII.A/K-4/5/a. identify and discuss the nature of relationships between two or more living organisms (1.2; 2.3; 2.7; 3.5)
Science VIII. Ecology B. Changes SCIENCEK-4
SC/VIII.B/K-4/1. All organisms, including humans, cause changes in their environments that can be either beneficial or harmful to the organisms in the ecosystem. SC/VIII.B/K-4/2. Organisms that survive in an environment have developed adaptations that allow the organisms to compete for available resources and cope with the physical conditions of their environment. SC/VIII.B/K-4/2/a. identify positive adaptations of organisms to a given environment that increase chances for survival (1.3; 1.4; 2.3; 3.5; 4.1) SC/VIII.B/K-4/3. Human activities can change the environment in ways that affect the health and survival of all living organisms. SC/VIII.B/K-4/3/a. explain how human activities can affect the environment in positive and negative ways (1.1; 1.2; 1.3; 1.4; 1.8; 2.1; 2.7; 3.5) SC/VIII.B/K-4/4. Changes in an environment, caused naturally or by humans, can be beneficial or harmful to the organisms living in that environment. SC/VIII.B/K-4/4/a. identify changes in an environment as beneficial or harmful (1.1; 1.2; 1.3; 1.4; 1.6; 1.8; 3.5; 4.1)
Math IV. Connections
MA/IV/K-4/ d. use mathematics in other curriculum areas and in daily living (NCTM Standard 4; MO 1.10, 4.7)
Math V. Number Sense
MA/V/K-4/ 6. U.S. customary and metric units of measure. MA/V/K-4/ g. demonstrate an understanding of the attributes of length, capacity, weight, area, volume, time, temperature, and angle (NCTM Standard 5; MO 1.6, 4.1
Written by Andrea Vlahakis ’06 NAIBA Picture Book of the Year Award nominee Reviewed by The Midwest Book Review A young boy and his abuelo push aside their Christmas preparation to rescue a beautiful cardinal during a blizzard. The bird quickly responds to their kindness, regains it strength, and flies off. The cardinal sweetly and unexpectedly rewards the boy, his grandfather, and their entire village with a lifetime of Christmas cheer. The “For Creative Minds” section contains Encourages children to care for animals Christmas Eve Blizzard was vetted for scientific accuracy by Ann Shahid, education director of the Audubon Center at Beidler Forest. Geography & Language Arts extension: select a bird and map its migration route. Write a story about something it would see when migrating. Character: caring for wildlife around you; putting others’ needs before yours
Sylvan Dell Publishing’s Alignment to Missouri Science & Math Standards’ Framework K-4 based on story text and the “For Creative Minds” educational section
Science II. Scientific Relevance C. Science as a Human Endeavor
SC/II.C/K-4/1. Science is a way to solve problems; everybody can do scientific activities, discover some things about nature, and invent things and ideas.
Science VI. Earth Systems A. Physical Systems SCIENCEK-4
SC/VI.A/K-4/1. Water reaches Earth in different forms (snow, hail, rain, fog, etc.). SC/VI.A/K-4/4. The atmosphere has physical properties that are measurable and predictable.
Science VI. Earth Systems B. Processes of Systems
SC/VI.B/K-4/4. Seasons and changes in weather affect human and animal activity and plant growth. SC/VI.B/K-4/4/a. apply the knowledge and skills learned from weather observation and investigations to study the effect on human and animal activity and plant growth (1.3; 1.6; 1.10; 3.2; 3.3) SC/VI.B/K-4/5. The surface of Earth changes slowly (e.g., erosion, weathering) or quickly (e.g., earthquakes, floods, rock/mud slides, volcanic activity). SC/VI.B/K-4/6. Water condenses, evaporates, and exists as a gas liquid or solid on Earth and in the air.
Science VII. Living Systems A. Structure/Function/Characteristics (FCM)
SC/VII.A/K-4/1. Observable characteristics of living organisms can be used to sort and group them. SC/VII.A/K-4/2. Organisms differ in structure and function and have characteristics that help them survive and reproduce in different environments. SC/VII.A/K-4/2/a. interpret and explain patterns and relationships of the animals’ structure and systems based on data given about different animals (1.6; 1.7; 1.8; 2.2)
Science VII. Living Systems B. Life Processes
SC/VII.B/K-4/2. Most organisms require a variety of materials including food, water, air, and a suitable environment for survival. Animals obtain energy and nutrients from plants or other animals. SC/VII.B/K-4/2/b. summarize the effect of various conditions on plant and animal survival tactics (2.1; 2.3)
Science VII. Living Systems C. Diversity SCIENCEK-4
SC/VII.C/K-4/1. Organisms can be grouped by specific structures.
Science VII. Living Systems E. Adaptation/Evolution SCIENCEK-4
SC/VII.E/K-4/1. Organisms have parts that enable them to live and survive in the world. SC/VII.E/K-4/1/a. organize data, information, and ideas about how body parts enable the organism to live and survive (1.8)
Science VIII. Ecology A. Interactions
SC/VIII.A/K-4/1. All living organisms interact with each other and their environment. SC/VIII.A/K-4/1/a. give examples of how living things affect their environment and other living things (1.3; 1.6; 4.1) SC/VIII.A/K-4/2. All organisms depend on one another and their environment to live and grow. SC/VIII.A/K-4/2/a. identify the common basic needs of organisms and the ways in which they depend on each other and their environment (1.1; 1.2; 1.3; 1.6; 1.10; 2.4; 3.5; 4.6) SC/VIII.A/K-4/4. Behavior patterns and survival of organisms result from their interactions with a specific environment. SC/VIII.A/K-4/4/a. predict how specific changes in the environment will affect people and other organisms found in this environment (1.1; 1.3; 2.4; 3.2; 3.4; 3.5; 4.1; 4.6)
Science VIII. Ecology B. Changes (FCM – build a backyard habitat)CIENCEK-4
SC/VIII.B/K-4/1. All organisms, including humans, cause changes in their environments that can be either beneficial or harmful to the organisms in the ecosystem. SC/VIII.B/K-4/3. Human activities can change the environment in ways that affect the health and survival of all living organisms. SC/VIII.B/K-4/3/a. explain how human activities can affect the environment in positive and negative ways (1.1; 1.2; 1.3; 1.4; 1.8; 2.1; 2.7; 3.5) SC/VIII.B/K-4/4. Changes in an environment, caused naturally or by humans, can be beneficial or harmful to the organisms living in that environment. SC/VIII.B/K-4/4/a. identify changes in an environment as beneficial or harmful (1.1; 1.2; 1.3; 1.4; 1.6; 1.8; 3.5; 4.1)
Math IV. Connections
MA/IV/K-4/ d. use mathematics in other curriculum areas and in daily living (NCTM Standard 4; MO 1.10, 4.7)
Math V. Number Sense (FCM)
MA/V/K-4/ 1. Counting and grouping strategies.
Written by Kevin Kurtz Available in July 2007 Enjoy a day in one of the most dynamic habitats on earth: the salt marsh. Fun-to-read, rhyming verse introduces readers to hourly changes in the marsh as the tide ebbs and flows. Watch the animals that have adapted to this ever-changing environment as they hunt for food or play in the sun. “For Creative Minds” section includes: A Day in the Salt Marsh was vetted for scientific accuracy by Susan-Marie Stedman, wetland team leader at NOAA Fisheries Office of Habitat Conservation. Geography extension: use a map to identify areas you would find salt marshes? Investigative extension (see on-line teaching activities): What are some other types of wetlands, where are they found, and how are they similar or different than salt marshes? What animals would you find only in salt marshes, another type of wetlands, or both?
Sylvan Dell Publishing’s Alignment to Missouri Science & Math Standards’ Framework K-4 based on story text and the “For Creative Minds” educational section
Science IV. Force, Motion and Mechanical Energy A. Relative Motion
SC/IV.A/K-4/2. An object’s motion can be described in terms of another object (e.g., faster, slower) and how its position changes over time.
Science IV. Force, Motion and Mechanical Energy B. Types and Properties of Forces and Motion
SC/IV.B/K-4/2. Force is any push or pull exerted by one object on another. Moon & tides SC/IV.B/K-4/4. Forces can be mechanical, gravitational, magnetic, or electrostatic.
Science V. Universe A. Characteristics of the Universe
SC/V.A/K-4/2. The sun, moon, and stars have recurring patterns.
Science V. Universe B. Motions of the Universe
SC/V.B/K-4/5. Recurring predictable movements of the Earth and moon can be used to measure time. SC/V.B/K-4/5/a. explain how time can be based on the movements of Earth in relation to the sun, moon and stars (1.3; 1.6; 1.8; 2.7; 4.6)
Science VI. Earth Systems A. Physical Systems SCIENCEK-4
SC/VI.A/K-4/2. Earth’s natural resources are limited. SC/VI.A/K-4/3. Earth’s surface is composed of rocks, soils, water, and living organisms. Differences in these components can be used to classify them.
Science VI. Earth Systems B. Processes of Systems
SC/VI.B/K-4/3/a. identify the apparent position of the sun throughout the day (1.3; 1.6; 2.3; 3.1; 4.6) SC/VI.B/K-4/4. Seasons and changes in weather affect human and animal activity and plant growth.
Science VII. Living Systems A. Structure/Function/Characteristics
SC/VII.A/K-4/1/b. discover and evaluate patterns and relationships of living organisms (1.6) SC/VII.A/K-4/2. Organisms differ in structure and function and have characteristics that help them survive and reproduce in different environments. SC/VII.A/K-4/2/a. interpret and explain patterns and relationships of the animals’ structure and systems based on data given about different animals (1.6; 1.7; 1.8; 2.2)
Science VII. Living Systems B. Life Processes
SC/VII.B/K-4/1. Organisms go through life cycles. SC/VII.B/K-4/1/a. observe and record the phases in the life cycle of various organisms and compare the differences between species (1.3; 1.6; 2.4) SC/VII.B/K-4/2. Most organisms require a variety of materials including food, water, air, and a suitable environment for survival. Animals obtain energy and nutrients from plants or other animals. SC/VII.B/K-4/2/a. conduct investigations to gather data, information, and ideas relating to the energy and nutrients organisms need from their environment in order to survive (1.3) SC/VII.B/K-4/2/b. summarize the effect of various conditions on plant and animal survival tactics (2.1; 2.3) SC/VII.B/K-4/3. Organisms are composed of parts that work together and exhibit behaviors that ensure the survival of the whole organism. SC/VII.B/K-4/3/a. discover and evaluate patterns and relationships between the parts of organisms that work together and the behaviors that ensure the survival of the whole organism (1.7; 1.8)
Science VII. Living Systems E. Adaptation/Evolution SCIENCEK-4
SC/VII.E/K-4/1. Organisms have parts that enable them to live and survive in the world. SC/VII.E/K-4/1/a. organize data, information, and ideas about how body parts enable the organism to live and survive (1.8) SC/VII.E/K-4/2. Organisms of the same species can have variations that provide an advantage in survival and reproducing.
Science VIII. Ecology A. Interactions
SC/VIII.A/K-4/1. All living organisms interact with each other and their environment. SC/VIII.A/K-4/1/a. give examples of how living things affect their environment and other living things (1.3; 1.6; 4.1) SC/VIII.A/K-4/2. All organisms depend on one another and their environment to live and grow. SC/VIII.A/K-4/2/a. identify the common basic needs of organisms and the ways in which they depend on each other and their environment (1.1; 1.2; 1.3; 1.6; 1.10; 2.4; 3.5; 4.6) SC/VIII.A/K-4/3. People depend on other organisms and Earth’s resources for clothing, shelter, and food. SC/VIII.A/K-4/3/a. identify ways humans depend on other organisms for food, clothing, and shelter, etc. (1.2; 2.3; 4.1) SC/VIII.A/K-4/4. Behavior patterns and survival of organisms result from their interactions with a specific environment. SC/VIII.A/K-4/4/a. predict how specific changes in the environment will affect people and other organisms found in this environment (1.1; 1.3; 2.4; 3.2; 3.4; 3.5; 4.1; 4.6) SC/VIII.A/K-4/4/b. identify behavior and physical adaptations that help organisms adapt to changing conditions (1.2; 1.5; 2.4) SC/VIII.A/K-4/4/c. identify the physical attributes and behavior of living organisms that enable them to survive (1.2; 1.5; 2.4) SC/VIII.A/K-4/5. Organisms interact with each other as producer/consumer, scavenger, predator/prey, parasite/host, decomposer, etc. SC/VIII.A/K-4/5/a. identify and discuss the nature of relationships between two or more living organisms (1.2; 2.3; 2.7; 3.5) SC/VIII.A/K-4//6. Interactions between organisms and their environment contribute to continuous cycling of matter and energy. SC/VIII.A/K-4/6/a. describe how organisms within a contained system maintain their relationships over time and what adjustments occur naturally within this system (1.1; 2.1; 3.1; 4.1) SC/VIII.A/K-4/6/b. develop a food web to show the energy flow from any organism to another (1.8; 2.2; 3.5)
Science VIII. Ecology B. Changes (concern: overbuilding & loss of wetlands)CIENCEK-4
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