Tab 1 – Unit Outline

Overview - Science IDEAS Curriculum Plan (Grades 3-5)
Science IDEAS Earth and Space Unit Outline (Grades 4)
Checklist of Strand E and H Benchmarks
Checklist of Reading Benchmarks
Core Concepts Strand E
Earth and Space Unit Suggested Timeline Grade 4
Trade Books on Earth & Space (Grade 4)
Glossary
Planning Forms
Suggested Websites

Tab 2 – The Universe

Teacher Background Information
Suggested Activities
Concept Maps
Writing Prompts

Tab 3 – The Solar System

Teacher Background Information
Suggested Activities
Concept Maps
Writing Prompts

Tab 4 – How Objects in Space Effect Earth

Teacher Background Information
Suggested Activities
Concept Maps
Writing Prompts

Tab 5 – Observing Space

Teacher Background Information
Suggested Activities
Concept Maps
Writing Prompts

Tab 6 – Benchmarks

Earth and Space Test Item Specifications