Michigan K-12 Science Standards (NGSS)
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Earth Events MI Michigan K-12 Science Standards (NGSS) 2-ESS1-1 [{id=111674358581, createdAt=1681899819948, updatedAt=1681899821915, 1='{type=string, value=2}'}] 2

Use information from several sources to provide evidence that Earth events can occur quickly or slowly.
Controlling Erosion MI Michigan K-12 Science Standards (NGSS) 2-ESS2-1 [{id=111674358581, createdAt=1681899819948, updatedAt=1681899821915, 1='{type=string, value=2}'}] 2

Compare multiple solutions designed to slow or prevent wind or water from changing the shape of the land.
Mapping Land and Water MI Michigan K-12 Science Standards (NGSS) 2-ESS2-2 [{id=111674358581, createdAt=1681899819948, updatedAt=1681899821915, 1='{type=string, value=2}'}] 2

Develop a model to represent the shapes and kinds of land and bodies of water in an area.
Water Flow MI Michigan K-12 Science Standards (NGSS) 2-ESS2-3 [{id=111674358581, createdAt=1681899819948, updatedAt=1681899821915, 1='{type=string, value=2}'}] 2

Construct an argument with evidence that some changes caused by heating or cooling can be reversed and some cannot.
How Plants Grow MI Michigan K-12 Science Standards (NGSS) 2-LS2-1 [{id=111674358581, createdAt=1681899819948, updatedAt=1681899821915, 1='{type=string, value=2}'}] 2

Plan and conduct an investigation to determine if plants need sunlight and water to grow.
Flowers MI Michigan K-12 Science Standards (NGSS) 2-LS2-2 [{id=111674358581, createdAt=1681899819948, updatedAt=1681899821915, 1='{type=string, value=2}'}] 2

Develop a simple model that mimics the function of an animal in dispersing seeds or pollinating plants.
Butterfly Life Cycle MI Michigan K-12 Science Standards (NGSS) 2-LS2-2 [{id=111674358581, createdAt=1681899819948, updatedAt=1681899821915, 1='{type=string, value=2}'}] 2

Develop a simple model that mimics the function of an animal in dispersing seeds or pollinating plants.
Butterfly Structure and Function MI Michigan K-12 Science Standards (NGSS) 2-LS2-2 [{id=111674358581, createdAt=1681899819948, updatedAt=1681899821915, 1='{type=string, value=2}'}] 2

Develop a simple model that mimics the function of an animal in dispersing seeds or pollinating plants.
Engineering Hand Pollinators MI Michigan K-12 Science Standards (NGSS) 2-LS2-2 [{id=111674358581, createdAt=1681899819948, updatedAt=1681899821915, 1='{type=string, value=2}'}] 2

Develop a simple model that mimics the function of an animal in dispersing seeds or pollinating plants.
Predator-Prey Relationships MI Michigan K-12 Science Standards (NGSS) 2-LS4-1 [{id=111674358581, createdAt=1681899819948, updatedAt=1681899821915, 1='{type=string, value=2}'}] 2

Make observations of plants and animals to compare the diversity of life in different habitats.
Habitats MI Michigan K-12 Science Standards (NGSS) 2-LS4-1 [{id=111674358581, createdAt=1681899819948, updatedAt=1681899821915, 1='{type=string, value=2}'}] 2

Make observations of plants and animals to compare the diversity of life in different habitats.
Property of Materials MI Michigan K-12 Science Standards (NGSS) 2-PS1-1 [{id=111674358581, createdAt=1681899819948, updatedAt=1681899821915, 1='{type=string, value=2}'}] 2

Plan and conduct an investigation to describe and classify different kinds of materials by their observable properties.
Matter and Properties MI Michigan K-12 Science Standards (NGSS) 2-PS1-1 [{id=111674358581, createdAt=1681899819948, updatedAt=1681899821915, 1='{type=string, value=2}'}] 2

Plan and conduct an investigation to describe and classify different kinds of materials by their observable properties.
Engineering Owl Shelters MI Michigan K-12 Science Standards (NGSS) 2-PS1-1 [{id=111674358581, createdAt=1681899819948, updatedAt=1681899821915, 1='{type=string, value=2}'}] 2

Plan and conduct an investigation to describe and classify different kinds of materials by their observable properties. 
Floating and Sinking MI Michigan K-12 Science Standards (NGSS) 2-PS1-2 [{id=111674358581, createdAt=1681899819948, updatedAt=1681899821915, 1='{type=string, value=2}'}] 2

Analyze data obtained from testing different materials to determine which materials have the properties that are best suited for an intended purpose.
Engineering Boats MI Michigan K-12 Science Standards (NGSS) 2-PS1-2 [{id=111674358581, createdAt=1681899819948, updatedAt=1681899821915, 1='{type=string, value=2}'}] 2

Analyze data obtained from testing different materials to determine which materials have the properties that are best suited for an intended purpose.
Engineering Owl Shelters MI Michigan K-12 Science Standards (NGSS) 2-PS1-2 [{id=111674358581, createdAt=1681899819948, updatedAt=1681899821915, 1='{type=string, value=2}'}] 2

Analyze data obtained from testing different materials to determine which materials have the properties that are best suited for an intended purpose.
Action-Reaction Forces MI Michigan K-12 Science Standards (NGSS) 2-PS1-2 [{id=111674358581, createdAt=1681899819948, updatedAt=1681899821915, 1='{type=string, value=2}'}] 2

Analyze data obtained from testing different materials to determine which materials have the properties that are best suited for an intended purpose.
Friction MI Michigan K-12 Science Standards (NGSS) 2-PS1-2 [{id=111674358581, createdAt=1681899819948, updatedAt=1681899821915, 1='{type=string, value=2}'}] 2

Analyze data obtained from testing different materials to determine which materials have the properties that are best suited for an intended purpose.
Property of Materials MI Michigan K-12 Science Standards (NGSS) 2-PS1-2 [{id=111674358581, createdAt=1681899819948, updatedAt=1681899821915, 1='{type=string, value=2}'}] 2

Analyze data obtained from testing different materials to determine which materials have the properties that are best suited for an intended purpose.
Engineering Owl Shelters MI Michigan K-12 Science Standards (NGSS) 2-PS1-3 [{id=111674358581, createdAt=1681899819948, updatedAt=1681899821915, 1='{type=string, value=2}'}] 2

Make observations to construct an evidence-based account of how an object made of a small set of pieces can be disassembled and made into a new object.
Matter and Properties MI Michigan K-12 Science Standards (NGSS) 2-PS1-4 [{id=111674358581, createdAt=1681899819948, updatedAt=1681899821915, 1='{type=string, value=2}'}] 2

Construct an argument with evidence that some changes caused by heating or cooling can be reversed and some cannot.
Water Flow MI Michigan K-12 Science Standards (NGSS) 2-PS1-4 [{id=111674358581, createdAt=1681899819948, updatedAt=1681899821915, 1='{type=string, value=2}'}] 2

Obtain information to identify where water is found on Earth and that it can be solid or liquid.
Engineering Hand Pollinators MI Michigan K-12 Science Standards (NGSS) K-2-ETS1-1 [{id=111674358581, createdAt=1681899819948, updatedAt=1681899821915, 1='{type=string, value=2}'}] 2

Ask questions, make observations, and gather information about a situation people want to change to define a simple problem that can be solved through the development of a new or improved object or tool.
Engineering Owl Shelters MI Michigan K-12 Science Standards (NGSS) K-2-ETS1-1 [{id=111674358581, createdAt=1681899819948, updatedAt=1681899821915, 1='{type=string, value=2}'}] 2

Ask questions, make observations, and gather information about a situation people want to change to define a simple problem that can be solved through the development of a new or improved object or tool.
Engineering Boats MI Michigan K-12 Science Standards (NGSS) K-2-ETS1-1 [{id=111674358581, createdAt=1681899819948, updatedAt=1681899821915, 1='{type=string, value=2}'}] 2

Ask questions, make observations, and gather information about a situation people want to change to define a simple problem that can be solved through the development of a new or improved object or tool.
Controlling Erosion MI Michigan K-12 Science Standards (NGSS) K-2-ETS1-1 [{id=111674358581, createdAt=1681899819948, updatedAt=1681899821915, 1='{type=string, value=2}'}] 2

Ask questions, make observations, and gather information about a situation people want to change to define a simple problem that can be solved through the development of a new or improved object or tool.
Engineering Hand Pollinators MI Michigan K-12 Science Standards (NGSS) K-2-ETS1-2 [{id=111674358581, createdAt=1681899819948, updatedAt=1681899821915, 1='{type=string, value=2}'}] 2

Develop a simple sketch, drawing, or physical model to illustrate how the shape of an object helps it function as needed to solve a given problem.
Engineering Owl Shelters MI Michigan K-12 Science Standards (NGSS) K-2-ETS1-2 [{id=111674358581, createdAt=1681899819948, updatedAt=1681899821915, 1='{type=string, value=2}'}] 2

Develop a simple sketch, drawing, or physical model to illustrate how the shape of an object helps it function as needed to solve a given problem.
Engineering Boats MI Michigan K-12 Science Standards (NGSS) K-2-ETS1-2 [{id=111674358581, createdAt=1681899819948, updatedAt=1681899821915, 1='{type=string, value=2}'}] 2

Develop a simple sketch, drawing, or physical model to illustrate how the shape of an object helps it function as needed to solve a given problem.
Controlling Erosion MI Michigan K-12 Science Standards (NGSS) K-2-ETS1-2 [{id=111674358581, createdAt=1681899819948, updatedAt=1681899821915, 1='{type=string, value=2}'}] 2

Develop a simple sketch, drawing, or physical model to illustrate how the shape of an object helps it function as needed to solve a given problem.
Controlling Erosion MI Michigan K-12 Science Standards (NGSS) K-2-ETS1-3 [{id=111674358581, createdAt=1681899819948, updatedAt=1681899821915, 1='{type=string, value=2}'}] 2

Analyze data from tests of two objects designed to solve the same problem to compare the strengths and weaknesses of how each performs.
Engineering Hand Pollinators MI Michigan K-12 Science Standards (NGSS) K-2-ETS1-3 [{id=111674358581, createdAt=1681899819948, updatedAt=1681899821915, 1='{type=string, value=2}'}] 2

Analyze data from tests of two objects designed to solve the same problem to compare the strengths and weaknesses of how each perform.
Engineering Owl Shelters MI Michigan K-12 Science Standards (NGSS) K-2-ETS1-3 [{id=111674358581, createdAt=1681899819948, updatedAt=1681899821915, 1='{type=string, value=2}'}] 2

Analyze data from tests of two objects designed to solve the same problem to compare the strengths and weaknesses of how each perform.
Engineering Boats MI Michigan K-12 Science Standards (NGSS) K-2-ETS1-3 [{id=111674358581, createdAt=1681899819948, updatedAt=1681899821915, 1='{type=string, value=2}'}] 2

Analyze data from tests of two objects designed to solve the same problem to compare the strengths and weaknesses of how each perform.
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Phenomena Based Lessons Aligned to Michigan K-12 Science Standards (NGSS).

Science Lesson : Earth Events
State: MI
Standards: Michigan K-12 Science Standards (NGSS)
Performance Expectation:

Use information from several sources to provide evidence that Earth events can occur quickly or slowly.
Grades: 2
State ID: 2-ESS1-1
Science Lesson : Controlling Erosion
State: MI
Standards: Michigan K-12 Science Standards (NGSS)
Performance Expectation:

Compare multiple solutions designed to slow or prevent wind or water from changing the shape of the land.
Grades: 2
State ID: 2-ESS2-1
Science Lesson : Mapping Land and Water
State: MI
Standards: Michigan K-12 Science Standards (NGSS)
Performance Expectation:

Develop a model to represent the shapes and kinds of land and bodies of water in an area.
Grades: 2
State ID: 2-ESS2-2
Science Lesson : Water Flow
State: MI
Standards: Michigan K-12 Science Standards (NGSS)
Performance Expectation:

Construct an argument with evidence that some changes caused by heating or cooling can be reversed and some cannot.
Grades: 2
State ID: 2-ESS2-3
Science Lesson : How Plants Grow
State: MI
Standards: Michigan K-12 Science Standards (NGSS)
Performance Expectation:

Plan and conduct an investigation to determine if plants need sunlight and water to grow.
Grades: 2
State ID: 2-LS2-1
Science Lesson : Flowers
State: MI
Standards: Michigan K-12 Science Standards (NGSS)
Performance Expectation:

Develop a simple model that mimics the function of an animal in dispersing seeds or pollinating plants.
Grades: 2
State ID: 2-LS2-2
Science Lesson : Butterfly Life Cycle
State: MI
Standards: Michigan K-12 Science Standards (NGSS)
Performance Expectation:

Develop a simple model that mimics the function of an animal in dispersing seeds or pollinating plants.
Grades: 2
State ID: 2-LS2-2
Science Lesson : Butterfly Structure and Function
State: MI
Standards: Michigan K-12 Science Standards (NGSS)
Performance Expectation:

Develop a simple model that mimics the function of an animal in dispersing seeds or pollinating plants.
Grades: 2
State ID: 2-LS2-2
Science Lesson : Engineering Hand Pollinators
State: MI
Standards: Michigan K-12 Science Standards (NGSS)
Performance Expectation:

Develop a simple model that mimics the function of an animal in dispersing seeds or pollinating plants.
Grades: 2
State ID: 2-LS2-2
Science Lesson : Predator-Prey Relationships
State: MI
Standards: Michigan K-12 Science Standards (NGSS)
Performance Expectation:

Make observations of plants and animals to compare the diversity of life in different habitats.
Grades: 2
State ID: 2-LS4-1
Science Lesson : Habitats
State: MI
Standards: Michigan K-12 Science Standards (NGSS)
Performance Expectation:

Make observations of plants and animals to compare the diversity of life in different habitats.
Grades: 2
State ID: 2-LS4-1
Science Lesson : Property of Materials
State: MI
Standards: Michigan K-12 Science Standards (NGSS)
Performance Expectation:

Plan and conduct an investigation to describe and classify different kinds of materials by their observable properties.
Grades: 2
State ID: 2-PS1-1
Science Lesson : Matter and Properties
State: MI
Standards: Michigan K-12 Science Standards (NGSS)
Performance Expectation:

Plan and conduct an investigation to describe and classify different kinds of materials by their observable properties.
Grades: 2
State ID: 2-PS1-1
Science Lesson : Engineering Owl Shelters
State: MI
Standards: Michigan K-12 Science Standards (NGSS)
Performance Expectation:

Plan and conduct an investigation to describe and classify different kinds of materials by their observable properties. 
Grades: 2
State ID: 2-PS1-1
Science Lesson : Floating and Sinking
State: MI
Standards: Michigan K-12 Science Standards (NGSS)
Performance Expectation:

Analyze data obtained from testing different materials to determine which materials have the properties that are best suited for an intended purpose.
Grades: 2
State ID: 2-PS1-2
Science Lesson : Engineering Boats
State: MI
Standards: Michigan K-12 Science Standards (NGSS)
Performance Expectation:

Analyze data obtained from testing different materials to determine which materials have the properties that are best suited for an intended purpose.
Grades: 2
State ID: 2-PS1-2
Science Lesson : Engineering Owl Shelters
State: MI
Standards: Michigan K-12 Science Standards (NGSS)
Performance Expectation:

Analyze data obtained from testing different materials to determine which materials have the properties that are best suited for an intended purpose.
Grades: 2
State ID: 2-PS1-2
Science Lesson : Action-Reaction Forces
State: MI
Standards: Michigan K-12 Science Standards (NGSS)
Performance Expectation:

Analyze data obtained from testing different materials to determine which materials have the properties that are best suited for an intended purpose.
Grades: 2
State ID: 2-PS1-2
Science Lesson : Friction
State: MI
Standards: Michigan K-12 Science Standards (NGSS)
Performance Expectation:

Analyze data obtained from testing different materials to determine which materials have the properties that are best suited for an intended purpose.
Grades: 2
State ID: 2-PS1-2
Science Lesson : Property of Materials
State: MI
Standards: Michigan K-12 Science Standards (NGSS)
Performance Expectation:

Analyze data obtained from testing different materials to determine which materials have the properties that are best suited for an intended purpose.
Grades: 2
State ID: 2-PS1-2
Science Lesson : Engineering Owl Shelters
State: MI
Standards: Michigan K-12 Science Standards (NGSS)
Performance Expectation:

Make observations to construct an evidence-based account of how an object made of a small set of pieces can be disassembled and made into a new object.
Grades: 2
State ID: 2-PS1-3
Science Lesson : Matter and Properties
State: MI
Standards: Michigan K-12 Science Standards (NGSS)
Performance Expectation:

Construct an argument with evidence that some changes caused by heating or cooling can be reversed and some cannot.
Grades: 2
State ID: 2-PS1-4
Science Lesson : Water Flow
State: MI
Standards: Michigan K-12 Science Standards (NGSS)
Performance Expectation:

Obtain information to identify where water is found on Earth and that it can be solid or liquid.
Grades: 2
State ID: 2-PS1-4
Science Lesson : Engineering Hand Pollinators
State: MI
Standards: Michigan K-12 Science Standards (NGSS)
Performance Expectation:

Ask questions, make observations, and gather information about a situation people want to change to define a simple problem that can be solved through the development of a new or improved object or tool.
Grades: 2
State ID: K-2-ETS1-1
Science Lesson : Engineering Owl Shelters
State: MI
Standards: Michigan K-12 Science Standards (NGSS)
Performance Expectation:

Ask questions, make observations, and gather information about a situation people want to change to define a simple problem that can be solved through the development of a new or improved object or tool.
Grades: 2
State ID: K-2-ETS1-1
Science Lesson : Engineering Boats
State: MI
Standards: Michigan K-12 Science Standards (NGSS)
Performance Expectation:

Ask questions, make observations, and gather information about a situation people want to change to define a simple problem that can be solved through the development of a new or improved object or tool.
Grades: 2
State ID: K-2-ETS1-1
Science Lesson : Controlling Erosion
State: MI
Standards: Michigan K-12 Science Standards (NGSS)
Performance Expectation:

Ask questions, make observations, and gather information about a situation people want to change to define a simple problem that can be solved through the development of a new or improved object or tool.
Grades: 2
State ID: K-2-ETS1-1
Science Lesson : Engineering Hand Pollinators
State: MI
Standards: Michigan K-12 Science Standards (NGSS)
Performance Expectation:

Develop a simple sketch, drawing, or physical model to illustrate how the shape of an object helps it function as needed to solve a given problem.
Grades: 2
State ID: K-2-ETS1-2
Science Lesson : Engineering Owl Shelters
State: MI
Standards: Michigan K-12 Science Standards (NGSS)
Performance Expectation:

Develop a simple sketch, drawing, or physical model to illustrate how the shape of an object helps it function as needed to solve a given problem.
Grades: 2
State ID: K-2-ETS1-2
Science Lesson : Engineering Boats
State: MI
Standards: Michigan K-12 Science Standards (NGSS)
Performance Expectation:

Develop a simple sketch, drawing, or physical model to illustrate how the shape of an object helps it function as needed to solve a given problem.
Grades: 2
State ID: K-2-ETS1-2
Science Lesson : Controlling Erosion
State: MI
Standards: Michigan K-12 Science Standards (NGSS)
Performance Expectation:

Develop a simple sketch, drawing, or physical model to illustrate how the shape of an object helps it function as needed to solve a given problem.
Grades: 2
State ID: K-2-ETS1-2
Science Lesson : Controlling Erosion
State: MI
Standards: Michigan K-12 Science Standards (NGSS)
Performance Expectation:

Analyze data from tests of two objects designed to solve the same problem to compare the strengths and weaknesses of how each performs.
Grades: 2
State ID: K-2-ETS1-3
Science Lesson : Engineering Hand Pollinators
State: MI
Standards: Michigan K-12 Science Standards (NGSS)
Performance Expectation:

Analyze data from tests of two objects designed to solve the same problem to compare the strengths and weaknesses of how each perform.
Grades: 2
State ID: K-2-ETS1-3
Science Lesson : Engineering Owl Shelters
State: MI
Standards: Michigan K-12 Science Standards (NGSS)
Performance Expectation:

Analyze data from tests of two objects designed to solve the same problem to compare the strengths and weaknesses of how each perform.
Grades: 2
State ID: K-2-ETS1-3
Science Lesson : Engineering Boats
State: MI
Standards: Michigan K-12 Science Standards (NGSS)
Performance Expectation:

Analyze data from tests of two objects designed to solve the same problem to compare the strengths and weaknesses of how each perform.
Grades: 2
State ID: K-2-ETS1-3

This alignment guide shows how KnowAtom’s integrated model of science curriculum is designed for the Michigan K-12 Science Standards (NGSS)

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