Expectations by strand
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A. STEM Skills and Connections
This strand focuses on science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) skills, coding and emerging technologies, practical applications of science and technology, and contributions that people with diverse lived experiences have made to science and technology. In all grades of the science and technology program, the learning related to this strand takes place in the context of learning related to the Life Systems, Matter and Energy, Structures and Mechanisms, and Earth and Space Systems strands, and it should be assessed and evaluated within these contexts.
Overall Expectations
Throughout Grade 1, in connection with the learning in the Life Systems, Matter and Energy, Structures and Mechanisms, and Earth and Space Systems strands, students will:A1. STEM Investigation and Communication Skills
use a scientific research process, a scientific experimentation process, and an engineering design process to conduct investigations, following appropriate health and safety procedures
A3. Applications, Connections, and Contributions
demonstrate an understanding of the practical applications of science and technology, and of contributions to science and technology from people with diverse lived experiences
B. Life Systems
Needs and Characteristics of Living Things
In this strand, students integrate learning from Strand A as they investigate concepts, develop and apply skills, and make meaningful connections to their lives and communities.
Overall Expectations
By the end of Grade 1, students will:B1. Relating Science and Technology to Our Changing World
assess the importance of a healthy environment for living and non-living things, and the responsibilities of humans in contributing to a healthy environment
C. Matter and Energy
Energy in Our Lives
In this strand, students integrate learning from Strand A as they investigate concepts, develop and apply skills, and make meaningful connections to their lives and communities.
Overall Expectations
By the end of Grade 1, students will:D. Structures and Mechanisms
Everyday Materials, Objects, and Structures
In this strand, students integrate learning from Strand A as they investigate concepts, develop and apply skills, and make meaningful connections to their lives and communities.
Overall Expectations
By the end of Grade 1, students will:D1. Relating Science and Technology to Our Changing World
assess the impact on people and the environment of everyday objects, including structures, and the materials they are made of
D2. Exploring and Understanding Concepts
demonstrate an understanding that objects, including structures, have observable characteristics and are made from materials with specific properties that determine how they are used
E. Earth and Space Systems
Daily and Seasonal Changes
In this strand, students integrate learning from Strand A as they investigate concepts, develop and apply skills, and make meaningful connections to their lives and communities.
Overall Expectations
By the end of Grade 1, students will: