Ohio’s Learning Standards for Science
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This guide shows how KnowAtom’s integrated model of science curriculum is aligned with the 2020 Ohio’s Learning Standards for Science.

Phenomena Based Lessons Aligned to Ohio’s Learning Standards for Science

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Earth Materials OH Ohio’s Learning Standards for Science 6.ESS.1 [{id=111674358586, createdAt=1681899841084, updatedAt=1681899843589, 1='{type=string, value=6}'}] 6

Minerals have specific, quantifiable properties.

Earth's Geologic History OH Ohio’s Learning Standards for Science 6.ESS.1 [{id=111674358586, createdAt=1681899841084, updatedAt=1681899843589, 1='{type=string, value=6}'}] 6

Minerals have specific, quantifiable properties.

Earth's Geologic History OH Ohio’s Learning Standards for Science 6.ESS.2 [{id=111674358586, createdAt=1681899841084, updatedAt=1681899843589, 1='{type=string, value=6}'}] 6

Igneous, metamorphic and sedimentary rocks have unique characteristics that can be used for identification and/or classification.

Earth Materials OH Ohio’s Learning Standards for Science 6.ESS.3 [{id=111674358586, createdAt=1681899841084, updatedAt=1681899843589, 1='{type=string, value=6}'}] 6

Igneous, metamorphic and sedimentary rocks form in different ways. 

Weathering and Erosion OH Ohio’s Learning Standards for Science 6.ESS.4 [{id=111674358586, createdAt=1681899841084, updatedAt=1681899843589, 1='{type=string, value=6}'}] 6

Soil is unconsolidated material that contains nutrient matter and weathered rock. 

Earth Materials OH Ohio’s Learning Standards for Science 6.ESS.4 [{id=111674358586, createdAt=1681899841084, updatedAt=1681899843589, 1='{type=string, value=6}'}] 6

Soil is unconsolidated material that contains nutrient matter and weathered rock. 

Weathering and Erosion OH Ohio’s Learning Standards for Science 6.ESS.5 [{id=111674358586, createdAt=1681899841084, updatedAt=1681899843589, 1='{type=string, value=6}'}] 6

Rocks, minerals and soils have common and practical uses.

Earth Materials OH Ohio’s Learning Standards for Science 6.ESS.5 [{id=111674358586, createdAt=1681899841084, updatedAt=1681899843589, 1='{type=string, value=6}'}] 6

Rocks, minerals and soils have common and practical uses.

Cell Structure and Function OH Ohio’s Learning Standards for Science 6.LS.1 [{id=111674358586, createdAt=1681899841084, updatedAt=1681899843589, 1='{type=string, value=6}'}] 6

Cells are the fundamental unit of life.

Observing and Comparing Cells OH Ohio’s Learning Standards for Science 6.LS.1 [{id=111674358586, createdAt=1681899841084, updatedAt=1681899843589, 1='{type=string, value=6}'}] 6

Cells are the fundamental unit of life.

Life on Earth OH Ohio’s Learning Standards for Science 6.LS.1 [{id=111674358586, createdAt=1681899841084, updatedAt=1681899843589, 1='{type=string, value=6}'}] 6

Cells are the fundamental unit of life.

Observing and Comparing Cells OH Ohio’s Learning Standards for Science 6.LS.2 [{id=111674358586, createdAt=1681899841084, updatedAt=1681899843589, 1='{type=string, value=6}'}] 6

All cells come from pre-existing cells. 

Life on Earth OH Ohio’s Learning Standards for Science 6.LS.2 [{id=111674358586, createdAt=1681899841084, updatedAt=1681899843589, 1='{type=string, value=6}'}] 6

All cells come from pre-existing cells. 

Cell Structure and Function OH Ohio’s Learning Standards for Science 6.LS.2 [{id=111674358586, createdAt=1681899841084, updatedAt=1681899843589, 1='{type=string, value=6}'}] 6

All cells come from pre-existing cells. 

Photosynthesis OH Ohio’s Learning Standards for Science 6.LS.3 [{id=111674358586, createdAt=1681899841084, updatedAt=1681899843589, 1='{type=string, value=6}'}] 6

Cells carry on specific functions that sustain life.

Life on Earth OH Ohio’s Learning Standards for Science 6.LS.3 [{id=111674358586, createdAt=1681899841084, updatedAt=1681899843589, 1='{type=string, value=6}'}] 6

Cells carry on specific functions that sustain life.

Cell Structure and Function OH Ohio’s Learning Standards for Science 6.LS.3 [{id=111674358586, createdAt=1681899841084, updatedAt=1681899843589, 1='{type=string, value=6}'}] 6

Cells carry on specific functions that sustain life.

Observing and Comparing Cells OH Ohio’s Learning Standards for Science 6.LS.3 [{id=111674358586, createdAt=1681899841084, updatedAt=1681899843589, 1='{type=string, value=6}'}] 6

Cells carry on specific functions that sustain life.

Organ System Structure and Function OH Ohio’s Learning Standards for Science 6.LS.4 [{id=111674358586, createdAt=1681899841084, updatedAt=1681899843589, 1='{type=string, value=6}'}] 6

Living systems at all levels of organization demonstrate the complementary nature of structure and function.

The Nervous System and Senses OH Ohio’s Learning Standards for Science 6.LS.4 [{id=111674358586, createdAt=1681899841084, updatedAt=1681899843589, 1='{type=string, value=6}'}] 6

Living systems at all levels of organization demonstrate the complementary nature of structure and function.

Life on Earth OH Ohio’s Learning Standards for Science 6.LS.4 [{id=111674358586, createdAt=1681899841084, updatedAt=1681899843589, 1='{type=string, value=6}'}] 6

Living systems at all levels of organization demonstrate the complementary nature of structure and function.

Photosynthesis OH Ohio’s Learning Standards for Science 6.LS.4 [{id=111674358586, createdAt=1681899841084, updatedAt=1681899843589, 1='{type=string, value=6}'}] 6

Living systems at all levels of organization demonstrate the complementary nature of structure and function.

Observing and Comparing Cells OH Ohio’s Learning Standards for Science 6.LS.4 [{id=111674358586, createdAt=1681899841084, updatedAt=1681899843589, 1='{type=string, value=6}'}] 6

Living systems at all levels of organization demonstrate the complementary nature of structure and function.

Cell Structure and Function OH Ohio’s Learning Standards for Science 6.LS.4 [{id=111674358586, createdAt=1681899841084, updatedAt=1681899843589, 1='{type=string, value=6}'}] 6

Living systems at all levels of organization demonstrate the complementary nature of structure and function.

Sun-Earth-Moon System OH Ohio’s Learning Standards for Science 6.PS.1 [{id=111674358586, createdAt=1681899841084, updatedAt=1681899843589, 1='{type=string, value=6}'}] 6

Matter is made up of small particles called atoms.

Mass and Energy Transfer OH Ohio’s Learning Standards for Science 6.PS.1 [{id=111674358586, createdAt=1681899841084, updatedAt=1681899843589, 1='{type=string, value=6}'}] 6

Matter is made up of small particles called atoms.

Atoms OH Ohio’s Learning Standards for Science 6.PS.1 [{id=111674358586, createdAt=1681899841084, updatedAt=1681899843589, 1='{type=string, value=6}'}] 6

Matter is made up of small particles called atoms.

The Water Cycle and Earth's Systems OH Ohio’s Learning Standards for Science 6.PS.1 [{id=111674358586, createdAt=1681899841084, updatedAt=1681899843589, 1='{type=string, value=6}'}] 6

Matter is made up of small particles called atoms.

Chemical Reactions OH Ohio’s Learning Standards for Science 6.PS.2 [{id=111674358586, createdAt=1681899841084, updatedAt=1681899843589, 1='{type=string, value=6}'}] 6

Changes of state are explained by a model of matter composed of particles that are in motion.

Molecules OH Ohio’s Learning Standards for Science 6.PS.2 [{id=111674358586, createdAt=1681899841084, updatedAt=1681899843589, 1='{type=string, value=6}'}] 6

Changes of state are explained by a model of matter composed of particles that are in motion.

Mass and Energy Transfer OH Ohio’s Learning Standards for Science 6.PS.2 [{id=111674358586, createdAt=1681899841084, updatedAt=1681899843589, 1='{type=string, value=6}'}] 6

Changes of state are explained by a model of matter composed of particles that are in motion.

Ocean Salinity and Density OH Ohio’s Learning Standards for Science 6.PS.2 [{id=111674358586, createdAt=1681899841084, updatedAt=1681899843589, 1='{type=string, value=6}'}] 6

Changes of state are explained by a model of matter composed of particles that are in motion.

Atoms OH Ohio’s Learning Standards for Science 6.PS.2 [{id=111674358586, createdAt=1681899841084, updatedAt=1681899843589, 1='{type=string, value=6}'}] 6

Changes of state are explained by a model of matter composed of particles that are in motion.

Energy Transformation OH Ohio’s Learning Standards for Science 6.PS.3 [{id=111674358586, createdAt=1681899841084, updatedAt=1681899843589, 1='{type=string, value=6}'}] 6

There are two categories of energy: kinetic and potential.

Wave Properties and Signals OH Ohio’s Learning Standards for Science 6.PS.3 [{id=111674358586, createdAt=1681899841084, updatedAt=1681899843589, 1='{type=string, value=6}'}] 6

There are two categories of energy: kinetic and potential.

Engineering Thermal Control OH Ohio’s Learning Standards for Science 6.PS.3 [{id=111674358586, createdAt=1681899841084, updatedAt=1681899843589, 1='{type=string, value=6}'}] 6

There are two categories of energy: kinetic and potential.

Energy Transformation OH Ohio’s Learning Standards for Science 6.PS.4 [{id=111674358586, createdAt=1681899841084, updatedAt=1681899843589, 1='{type=string, value=6}'}] 6

An object's motion can be described by its speed and the direction in which it is moving.

Mass and Energy Transfer OH Ohio’s Learning Standards for Science 6.PS.4 [{id=111674358586, createdAt=1681899841084, updatedAt=1681899843589, 1='{type=string, value=6}'}] 6

An object's motion can be described by its speed and the direction in which it is moving.

Sun-Earth-Moon System OH Ohio’s Learning Standards for Science 6.PS.4 [{id=111674358586, createdAt=1681899841084, updatedAt=1681899843589, 1='{type=string, value=6}'}] 6

An object's motion can be described by its speed and the direction in which it is moving.

Engineering Rain Harvesting Systems OH Ohio’s Learning Standards for Science 7.ESS.1 [{id=111674358586, createdAt=1681899841084, updatedAt=1681899843589, 1='{type=string, value=6}'}] 6

The hydrologic cycle illustrates the changing states of water as it moves through the lithosphere, biosphere, hydrosphere and atmosphere.

Earth’s Climate OH Ohio’s Learning Standards for Science 7.ESS.1 [{id=111674358586, createdAt=1681899841084, updatedAt=1681899843589, 1='{type=string, value=6}'}] 6

The hydrologic cycle illustrates the changing states of water as it moves through the lithosphere, biosphere, hydrosphere and atmosphere.

The Water Cycle and Earth's Systems OH Ohio’s Learning Standards for Science 7.ESS.1 [{id=111674358586, createdAt=1681899841084, updatedAt=1681899843589, 1='{type=string, value=6}'}] 6

The hydrologic cycle illustrates the changing states of water as it moves through the lithosphere, biosphere, hydrosphere and atmosphere.

Ocean Salinity and Density OH Ohio’s Learning Standards for Science 7.ESS.1 [{id=111674358586, createdAt=1681899841084, updatedAt=1681899843589, 1='{type=string, value=6}'}] 6

The hydrologic cycle illustrates the changing states of water as it moves through the lithosphere, biosphere, hydrosphere and atmosphere.

Earth Materials OH Ohio’s Learning Standards for Science 7.ESS.1 [{id=111674358586, createdAt=1681899841084, updatedAt=1681899843589, 1='{type=string, value=6}'}] 6

The hydrologic cycle illustrates the changing states of water as it moves through the lithosphere, biosphere, hydrosphere and atmosphere.

Earth’s Climate OH Ohio’s Learning Standards for Science 7.ESS.2 [{id=111674358586, createdAt=1681899841084, updatedAt=1681899843589, 1='{type=string, value=6}'}] 6

Thermal-energy transfers in the ocean and the atmosphere contribute to the formation of currents, which influence global climate patterns.

The Water Cycle and Earth's Systems OH Ohio’s Learning Standards for Science 7.ESS.2 [{id=111674358586, createdAt=1681899841084, updatedAt=1681899843589, 1='{type=string, value=6}'}] 6

Thermal-energy transfers in the ocean and the atmosphere contribute to the formation of currents, which influence global climate patterns.

Earth Materials OH Ohio’s Learning Standards for Science 7.ESS.2 [{id=111674358586, createdAt=1681899841084, updatedAt=1681899843589, 1='{type=string, value=6}'}] 6

Thermal-energy transfers in the ocean and the atmosphere contribute to the formation of currents, which influence global climate patterns.

Sun-Earth-Moon System OH Ohio’s Learning Standards for Science 7.ESS.3 [{id=111674358586, createdAt=1681899841084, updatedAt=1681899843589, 1='{type=string, value=6}'}] 6

The atmosphere has different properties at different elevations and contains a mixture of gases that cycle through the lithosphere, biosphere, hydrosphere and atmosphere.

Engineering Thermal Control OH Ohio’s Learning Standards for Science 7.ESS.3 [{id=111674358586, createdAt=1681899841084, updatedAt=1681899843589, 1='{type=string, value=6}'}] 6

The atmosphere has different properties at different elevations and contains a mixture of gases that cycle through the lithosphere, biosphere, hydrosphere and atmosphere.

Mass and Energy Transfer OH Ohio’s Learning Standards for Science 7.ESS.3 [{id=111674358586, createdAt=1681899841084, updatedAt=1681899843589, 1='{type=string, value=6}'}] 6

The atmosphere has different properties at different elevations and contains a mixture of gases that cycle through the lithosphere, biosphere, hydrosphere and atmosphere.

Sun-Earth-Moon System OH Ohio’s Learning Standards for Science 7.ESS.4 [{id=111674358586, createdAt=1681899841084, updatedAt=1681899843589, 1='{type=string, value=6}'}] 6

The relative patterns of motion and positions of Earth, moon and sun cause solar and lunar eclipses, tides and phases of the moon.

Sun-Earth-Moon System OH Ohio’s Learning Standards for Science 7.ESS.5 [{id=111674358586, createdAt=1681899841084, updatedAt=1681899843589, 1='{type=string, value=6}'}] 6

The relative positions of Earth and the sun cause patterns we call seasons.

Forest Food Web OH Ohio’s Learning Standards for Science 7.LS.1 [{id=111674358586, createdAt=1681899841084, updatedAt=1681899843589, 1='{type=string, value=6}'}] 6

Energy flows and matter is transferred continuously from one organism to another and between organisms and their physical environments.

Drought and Tree Growth OH Ohio’s Learning Standards for Science 7.LS.1 [{id=111674358586, createdAt=1681899841084, updatedAt=1681899843589, 1='{type=string, value=6}'}] 6 Energy flows and matter is transferred continuously from one organism to another and between organisms and their physical environments.
Life on Earth OH Ohio’s Learning Standards for Science 7.LS.1 [{id=111674358586, createdAt=1681899841084, updatedAt=1681899843589, 1='{type=string, value=6}'}] 6

Energy flows and matter is transferred continuously from one organism to another and between organisms and their physical environments.

Reproduction and Fungi Structures OH Ohio’s Learning Standards for Science 7.LS.2 [{id=111674358586, createdAt=1681899841084, updatedAt=1681899843589, 1='{type=string, value=6}'}] 6

In any particular biome, the number, growth and survival of organisms and populations depend on biotic and abiotic factors.

Forest Food Web OH Ohio’s Learning Standards for Science 7.LS.2 [{id=111674358586, createdAt=1681899841084, updatedAt=1681899843589, 1='{type=string, value=6}'}] 6

In any particular biome, the number, growth and survival of organisms and populations depend on biotic and abiotic factors.

Drought and Tree Growth OH Ohio’s Learning Standards for Science 7.LS.2 [{id=111674358586, createdAt=1681899841084, updatedAt=1681899843589, 1='{type=string, value=6}'}] 6 In any particular biome, the number, growth and survival of organisms and populations depend on biotic and abiotic factors.
Life on Earth OH Ohio’s Learning Standards for Science 7.LS.2 [{id=111674358586, createdAt=1681899841084, updatedAt=1681899843589, 1='{type=string, value=6}'}] 6

In any particular biome, the number, growth and survival of organisms and populations depend on biotic and abiotic factors.

Photosynthesis OH Ohio’s Learning Standards for Science 7.LS.2 [{id=111674358586, createdAt=1681899841084, updatedAt=1681899843589, 1='{type=string, value=6}'}] 6

In any particular biome, the number, growth and survival of organisms and populations depend on biotic and abiotic factors.

Chemical Reactions OH Ohio’s Learning Standards for Science 7.PS.1 [{id=111674358586, createdAt=1681899841084, updatedAt=1681899843589, 1='{type=string, value=6}'}] 6

Elements can be organized by properties.

Atoms OH Ohio’s Learning Standards for Science 7.PS.1 [{id=111674358586, createdAt=1681899841084, updatedAt=1681899843589, 1='{type=string, value=6}'}] 6

Elements can be organized by properties.

Chemical Reactions OH Ohio’s Learning Standards for Science 7.PS.2 [{id=111674358586, createdAt=1681899841084, updatedAt=1681899843589, 1='{type=string, value=6}'}] 6

Matter can be separated or changed, but in a closed system, the number and types of atoms remains constant.

Atoms OH Ohio’s Learning Standards for Science 7.PS.2 [{id=111674358586, createdAt=1681899841084, updatedAt=1681899843589, 1='{type=string, value=6}'}] 6

Matter can be separated or changed, but in a closed system, the number and types of atoms remains constant.

Energy Transformation OH Ohio’s Learning Standards for Science 7.PS.3 [{id=111674358586, createdAt=1681899841084, updatedAt=1681899843589, 1='{type=string, value=6}'}] 6

Energy can be transformed or transferred but is never lost.

Chemical Reactions OH Ohio’s Learning Standards for Science 7.PS.3 [{id=111674358586, createdAt=1681899841084, updatedAt=1681899843589, 1='{type=string, value=6}'}] 6

Energy can be transformed or transferred but is never lost.

Engineering Thermal Control OH Ohio’s Learning Standards for Science 7.PS.3 [{id=111674358586, createdAt=1681899841084, updatedAt=1681899843589, 1='{type=string, value=6}'}] 6

Energy can be transformed or transferred but is never lost.

Molecules OH Ohio’s Learning Standards for Science 7.PS.3 [{id=111674358586, createdAt=1681899841084, updatedAt=1681899843589, 1='{type=string, value=6}'}] 6

Energy can be transformed or transferred but is never lost.

Mass and Energy Transfer OH Ohio’s Learning Standards for Science 7.PS.3 [{id=111674358586, createdAt=1681899841084, updatedAt=1681899843589, 1='{type=string, value=6}'}] 6

Energy can be transformed or transferred but is never lost.

Wave Properties and Signals OH Ohio’s Learning Standards for Science 7.PS.4 [{id=111674358586, createdAt=1681899841084, updatedAt=1681899843589, 1='{type=string, value=6}'}] 6

Energy can be transferred through a variety of ways.

Engineering Thermal Control OH Ohio’s Learning Standards for Science 7.PS.4 [{id=111674358586, createdAt=1681899841084, updatedAt=1681899843589, 1='{type=string, value=6}'}] 6

Energy can be transferred through a variety of ways.

Energy Transformation OH Ohio’s Learning Standards for Science 7.PS.4 [{id=111674358586, createdAt=1681899841084, updatedAt=1681899843589, 1='{type=string, value=6}'}] 6

Energy can be transferred through a variety of ways.

Mass and Energy Transfer OH Ohio’s Learning Standards for Science 7.PS.4 [{id=111674358586, createdAt=1681899841084, updatedAt=1681899843589, 1='{type=string, value=6}'}] 6

Energy can be transferred through a variety of ways.

Molecules OH Ohio’s Learning Standards for Science 7.PS.4 [{id=111674358586, createdAt=1681899841084, updatedAt=1681899843589, 1='{type=string, value=6}'}] 6

Energy can be transferred through a variety of ways.

Chemical Reactions OH Ohio’s Learning Standards for Science 7.PS.4 [{id=111674358586, createdAt=1681899841084, updatedAt=1681899843589, 1='{type=string, value=6}'}] 6

Energy can be transferred through a variety of ways.

Chemical Reactions OH Ohio’s Learning Standards for Science 7.PS.4 [{id=111674358586, createdAt=1681899841084, updatedAt=1681899843589, 1='{type=string, value=6}'}] 6

Energy can be transferred through a variety of ways.

Earth's Geologic History OH Ohio’s Learning Standards for Science 8.ESS.1 [{id=111674358586, createdAt=1681899841084, updatedAt=1681899843589, 1='{type=string, value=6}'}] 6

The composition and properties of Earth's interior are identified by the behavior of seismic waves.

Earth's Geologic History OH Ohio’s Learning Standards for Science 8.ESS.2 [{id=111674358586, createdAt=1681899841084, updatedAt=1681899843589, 1='{type=string, value=6}'}] 6

Earth's lithosphere consists of major and minor tectonic plates that move relative to each other.

Earth's Geologic History OH Ohio’s Learning Standards for Science 8.ESS.3 [{id=111674358586, createdAt=1681899841084, updatedAt=1681899843589, 1='{type=string, value=6}'}] 6

A combination of constructive and destructive geologic processes formed Earth's surface.

Earth's Geologic History OH Ohio’s Learning Standards for Science 8.ESS.4 [{id=111674358586, createdAt=1681899841084, updatedAt=1681899843589, 1='{type=string, value=6}'}] 6

Evidence of the dynamic changes of Earth's surface through time is found in the geologic record.

Inheritance and Variation of Traits OH Ohio’s Learning Standards for Science 8.LS.1 [{id=111674358586, createdAt=1681899841084, updatedAt=1681899843589, 1='{type=string, value=6}'}] 6

Diversity of species, a result of variation of traits, occurs through the process of evolution and extinction over many generations. The fossil records provide evidence that changes have occurred in number and types of species.

Earth's Geologic History OH Ohio’s Learning Standards for Science 8.LS.1 [{id=111674358586, createdAt=1681899841084, updatedAt=1681899843589, 1='{type=string, value=6}'}] 6

Diversity of species, a result of variation of traits, occurs through the process of evolution and extinction over many generations. The fossil records provide evidence that changes have occurred in number and types of species.

Life on Earth OH Ohio’s Learning Standards for Science 8.LS.1 [{id=111674358586, createdAt=1681899841084, updatedAt=1681899843589, 1='{type=string, value=6}'}] 6

Diversity of species, a result of variation of traits, occurs through the process of evolution and extinction over many generations. The fossil records provide evidence that changes have occurred in number and types of species.

Inheritance and Variation of Traits OH Ohio’s Learning Standards for Science 8.LS.2 [{id=111674358586, createdAt=1681899841084, updatedAt=1681899843589, 1='{type=string, value=6}'}] 6

Every organism alive today comes from a long line of ancestors who reproduced successfully every generation.

Reproduction and Fungi Structures OH Ohio’s Learning Standards for Science 8.LS.2 [{id=111674358586, createdAt=1681899841084, updatedAt=1681899843589, 1='{type=string, value=6}'}] 6 Every organism alive today comes from a long line of ancestors who reproduced successfully every generation.
Life on Earth OH Ohio’s Learning Standards for Science 8.LS.2 [{id=111674358586, createdAt=1681899841084, updatedAt=1681899843589, 1='{type=string, value=6}'}] 6

Every organism alive today comes from a long line of ancestors who reproduced successfully every generation.

Inheritance and Variation of Traits OH Ohio’s Learning Standards for Science 8.LS.3 [{id=111674358586, createdAt=1681899841084, updatedAt=1681899843589, 1='{type=string, value=6}'}] 6

The characteristics of an organism are a result of inherited traits received from parent(s).

Mass and Energy Transfer OH Ohio’s Learning Standards for Science 8.PS.1 [{id=111674358586, createdAt=1681899841084, updatedAt=1681899843589, 1='{type=string, value=6}'}] 6

Objects can experience a force due to an external field such as magnetic, electrostatic, or gravitational fields.

Wave Properties and Signals OH Ohio’s Learning Standards for Science 8.PS.2 [{id=111674358586, createdAt=1681899841084, updatedAt=1681899843589, 1='{type=string, value=6}'}] 6

Forces can act to change the motion of objects.

Energy Transformation OH Ohio’s Learning Standards for Science 8.PS.2 [{id=111674358586, createdAt=1681899841084, updatedAt=1681899843589, 1='{type=string, value=6}'}] 6

Forces can act to change the motion of objects.

Molecules OH Ohio’s Learning Standards for Science 8.PS.2 [{id=111674358586, createdAt=1681899841084, updatedAt=1681899843589, 1='{type=string, value=6}'}] 6

Forces can act to change the motion of objects.

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Phenomena Based Lessons Aligned to Ohio’s Learning Standards for Science .

Science Lesson : Earth Materials
State: OH
Standards: Ohio’s Learning Standards for Science
Performance Expectation:

Minerals have specific, quantifiable properties.

State: OH
Standards: Ohio’s Learning Standards for Science
Performance Expectation:

Minerals have specific, quantifiable properties.

State: OH
Standards: Ohio’s Learning Standards for Science
Performance Expectation:

Igneous, metamorphic and sedimentary rocks have unique characteristics that can be used for identification and/or classification.

Science Lesson : Earth Materials
State: OH
Standards: Ohio’s Learning Standards for Science
Performance Expectation:

Igneous, metamorphic and sedimentary rocks form in different ways. 

Science Lesson : Weathering and Erosion
State: OH
Standards: Ohio’s Learning Standards for Science
Performance Expectation:

Soil is unconsolidated material that contains nutrient matter and weathered rock. 

Science Lesson : Earth Materials
State: OH
Standards: Ohio’s Learning Standards for Science
Performance Expectation:

Soil is unconsolidated material that contains nutrient matter and weathered rock. 

Science Lesson : Weathering and Erosion
State: OH
Standards: Ohio’s Learning Standards for Science
Performance Expectation:

Rocks, minerals and soils have common and practical uses.

Science Lesson : Earth Materials
State: OH
Standards: Ohio’s Learning Standards for Science
Performance Expectation:

Rocks, minerals and soils have common and practical uses.

State: OH
Standards: Ohio’s Learning Standards for Science
Performance Expectation:

Cells are the fundamental unit of life.

State: OH
Standards: Ohio’s Learning Standards for Science
Performance Expectation:

Cells are the fundamental unit of life.

Science Lesson : Life on Earth
State: OH
Standards: Ohio’s Learning Standards for Science
Performance Expectation:

Cells are the fundamental unit of life.

State: OH
Standards: Ohio’s Learning Standards for Science
Performance Expectation:

All cells come from pre-existing cells. 

Science Lesson : Life on Earth
State: OH
Standards: Ohio’s Learning Standards for Science
Performance Expectation:

All cells come from pre-existing cells. 

State: OH
Standards: Ohio’s Learning Standards for Science
Performance Expectation:

All cells come from pre-existing cells. 

Science Lesson : Photosynthesis
State: OH
Standards: Ohio’s Learning Standards for Science
Performance Expectation:

Cells carry on specific functions that sustain life.

Science Lesson : Life on Earth
State: OH
Standards: Ohio’s Learning Standards for Science
Performance Expectation:

Cells carry on specific functions that sustain life.

State: OH
Standards: Ohio’s Learning Standards for Science
Performance Expectation:

Cells carry on specific functions that sustain life.

State: OH
Standards: Ohio’s Learning Standards for Science
Performance Expectation:

Cells carry on specific functions that sustain life.

State: OH
Standards: Ohio’s Learning Standards for Science
Performance Expectation:

Living systems at all levels of organization demonstrate the complementary nature of structure and function.

State: OH
Standards: Ohio’s Learning Standards for Science
Performance Expectation:

Living systems at all levels of organization demonstrate the complementary nature of structure and function.

Science Lesson : Life on Earth
State: OH
Standards: Ohio’s Learning Standards for Science
Performance Expectation:

Living systems at all levels of organization demonstrate the complementary nature of structure and function.

Science Lesson : Photosynthesis
State: OH
Standards: Ohio’s Learning Standards for Science
Performance Expectation:

Living systems at all levels of organization demonstrate the complementary nature of structure and function.

State: OH
Standards: Ohio’s Learning Standards for Science
Performance Expectation:

Living systems at all levels of organization demonstrate the complementary nature of structure and function.

State: OH
Standards: Ohio’s Learning Standards for Science
Performance Expectation:

Living systems at all levels of organization demonstrate the complementary nature of structure and function.

Science Lesson : Sun-Earth-Moon System
State: OH
Standards: Ohio’s Learning Standards for Science
Performance Expectation:

Matter is made up of small particles called atoms.

State: OH
Standards: Ohio’s Learning Standards for Science
Performance Expectation:

Matter is made up of small particles called atoms.

Science Lesson : Atoms
State: OH
Standards: Ohio’s Learning Standards for Science
Performance Expectation:

Matter is made up of small particles called atoms.

State: OH
Standards: Ohio’s Learning Standards for Science
Performance Expectation:

Matter is made up of small particles called atoms.

Science Lesson : Chemical Reactions
State: OH
Standards: Ohio’s Learning Standards for Science
Performance Expectation:

Changes of state are explained by a model of matter composed of particles that are in motion.

Science Lesson : Molecules
State: OH
Standards: Ohio’s Learning Standards for Science
Performance Expectation:

Changes of state are explained by a model of matter composed of particles that are in motion.

State: OH
Standards: Ohio’s Learning Standards for Science
Performance Expectation:

Changes of state are explained by a model of matter composed of particles that are in motion.

State: OH
Standards: Ohio’s Learning Standards for Science
Performance Expectation:

Changes of state are explained by a model of matter composed of particles that are in motion.

Science Lesson : Atoms
State: OH
Standards: Ohio’s Learning Standards for Science
Performance Expectation:

Changes of state are explained by a model of matter composed of particles that are in motion.

Science Lesson : Energy Transformation
State: OH
Standards: Ohio’s Learning Standards for Science
Performance Expectation:

There are two categories of energy: kinetic and potential.

State: OH
Standards: Ohio’s Learning Standards for Science
Performance Expectation:

There are two categories of energy: kinetic and potential.

State: OH
Standards: Ohio’s Learning Standards for Science
Performance Expectation:

There are two categories of energy: kinetic and potential.

Science Lesson : Energy Transformation
State: OH
Standards: Ohio’s Learning Standards for Science
Performance Expectation:

An object's motion can be described by its speed and the direction in which it is moving.

State: OH
Standards: Ohio’s Learning Standards for Science
Performance Expectation:

An object's motion can be described by its speed and the direction in which it is moving.

Science Lesson : Sun-Earth-Moon System
State: OH
Standards: Ohio’s Learning Standards for Science
Performance Expectation:

An object's motion can be described by its speed and the direction in which it is moving.

State: OH
Standards: Ohio’s Learning Standards for Science
Performance Expectation:

The hydrologic cycle illustrates the changing states of water as it moves through the lithosphere, biosphere, hydrosphere and atmosphere.

Science Lesson : Earth’s Climate
State: OH
Standards: Ohio’s Learning Standards for Science
Performance Expectation:

The hydrologic cycle illustrates the changing states of water as it moves through the lithosphere, biosphere, hydrosphere and atmosphere.

State: OH
Standards: Ohio’s Learning Standards for Science
Performance Expectation:

The hydrologic cycle illustrates the changing states of water as it moves through the lithosphere, biosphere, hydrosphere and atmosphere.

State: OH
Standards: Ohio’s Learning Standards for Science
Performance Expectation:

The hydrologic cycle illustrates the changing states of water as it moves through the lithosphere, biosphere, hydrosphere and atmosphere.

Science Lesson : Earth Materials
State: OH
Standards: Ohio’s Learning Standards for Science
Performance Expectation:

The hydrologic cycle illustrates the changing states of water as it moves through the lithosphere, biosphere, hydrosphere and atmosphere.

Science Lesson : Earth’s Climate
State: OH
Standards: Ohio’s Learning Standards for Science
Performance Expectation:

Thermal-energy transfers in the ocean and the atmosphere contribute to the formation of currents, which influence global climate patterns.

State: OH
Standards: Ohio’s Learning Standards for Science
Performance Expectation:

Thermal-energy transfers in the ocean and the atmosphere contribute to the formation of currents, which influence global climate patterns.

Science Lesson : Earth Materials
State: OH
Standards: Ohio’s Learning Standards for Science
Performance Expectation:

Thermal-energy transfers in the ocean and the atmosphere contribute to the formation of currents, which influence global climate patterns.

Science Lesson : Sun-Earth-Moon System
State: OH
Standards: Ohio’s Learning Standards for Science
Performance Expectation:

The atmosphere has different properties at different elevations and contains a mixture of gases that cycle through the lithosphere, biosphere, hydrosphere and atmosphere.

State: OH
Standards: Ohio’s Learning Standards for Science
Performance Expectation:

The atmosphere has different properties at different elevations and contains a mixture of gases that cycle through the lithosphere, biosphere, hydrosphere and atmosphere.

State: OH
Standards: Ohio’s Learning Standards for Science
Performance Expectation:

The atmosphere has different properties at different elevations and contains a mixture of gases that cycle through the lithosphere, biosphere, hydrosphere and atmosphere.

Science Lesson : Sun-Earth-Moon System
State: OH
Standards: Ohio’s Learning Standards for Science
Performance Expectation:

The relative patterns of motion and positions of Earth, moon and sun cause solar and lunar eclipses, tides and phases of the moon.

Science Lesson : Sun-Earth-Moon System
State: OH
Standards: Ohio’s Learning Standards for Science
Performance Expectation:

The relative positions of Earth and the sun cause patterns we call seasons.

Science Lesson : Forest Food Web
State: OH
Standards: Ohio’s Learning Standards for Science
Performance Expectation:

Energy flows and matter is transferred continuously from one organism to another and between organisms and their physical environments.

Science Lesson : Drought and Tree Growth
State: OH
Standards: Ohio’s Learning Standards for Science
Performance Expectation: Energy flows and matter is transferred continuously from one organism to another and between organisms and their physical environments.
Science Lesson : Life on Earth
State: OH
Standards: Ohio’s Learning Standards for Science
Performance Expectation:

Energy flows and matter is transferred continuously from one organism to another and between organisms and their physical environments.

State: OH
Standards: Ohio’s Learning Standards for Science
Performance Expectation:

In any particular biome, the number, growth and survival of organisms and populations depend on biotic and abiotic factors.

Science Lesson : Forest Food Web
State: OH
Standards: Ohio’s Learning Standards for Science
Performance Expectation:

In any particular biome, the number, growth and survival of organisms and populations depend on biotic and abiotic factors.

Science Lesson : Drought and Tree Growth
State: OH
Standards: Ohio’s Learning Standards for Science
Performance Expectation: In any particular biome, the number, growth and survival of organisms and populations depend on biotic and abiotic factors.
Science Lesson : Life on Earth
State: OH
Standards: Ohio’s Learning Standards for Science
Performance Expectation:

In any particular biome, the number, growth and survival of organisms and populations depend on biotic and abiotic factors.

Science Lesson : Photosynthesis
State: OH
Standards: Ohio’s Learning Standards for Science
Performance Expectation:

In any particular biome, the number, growth and survival of organisms and populations depend on biotic and abiotic factors.

Science Lesson : Chemical Reactions
State: OH
Standards: Ohio’s Learning Standards for Science
Performance Expectation:

Elements can be organized by properties.

Science Lesson : Atoms
State: OH
Standards: Ohio’s Learning Standards for Science
Performance Expectation:

Elements can be organized by properties.

Science Lesson : Chemical Reactions
State: OH
Standards: Ohio’s Learning Standards for Science
Performance Expectation:

Matter can be separated or changed, but in a closed system, the number and types of atoms remains constant.

Science Lesson : Atoms
State: OH
Standards: Ohio’s Learning Standards for Science
Performance Expectation:

Matter can be separated or changed, but in a closed system, the number and types of atoms remains constant.

Science Lesson : Energy Transformation
State: OH
Standards: Ohio’s Learning Standards for Science
Performance Expectation:

Energy can be transformed or transferred but is never lost.

Science Lesson : Chemical Reactions
State: OH
Standards: Ohio’s Learning Standards for Science
Performance Expectation:

Energy can be transformed or transferred but is never lost.

State: OH
Standards: Ohio’s Learning Standards for Science
Performance Expectation:

Energy can be transformed or transferred but is never lost.

Science Lesson : Molecules
State: OH
Standards: Ohio’s Learning Standards for Science
Performance Expectation:

Energy can be transformed or transferred but is never lost.

State: OH
Standards: Ohio’s Learning Standards for Science
Performance Expectation:

Energy can be transformed or transferred but is never lost.

State: OH
Standards: Ohio’s Learning Standards for Science
Performance Expectation:

Energy can be transferred through a variety of ways.

State: OH
Standards: Ohio’s Learning Standards for Science
Performance Expectation:

Energy can be transferred through a variety of ways.

Science Lesson : Energy Transformation
State: OH
Standards: Ohio’s Learning Standards for Science
Performance Expectation:

Energy can be transferred through a variety of ways.

State: OH
Standards: Ohio’s Learning Standards for Science
Performance Expectation:

Energy can be transferred through a variety of ways.

Science Lesson : Molecules
State: OH
Standards: Ohio’s Learning Standards for Science
Performance Expectation:

Energy can be transferred through a variety of ways.

Science Lesson : Chemical Reactions
State: OH
Standards: Ohio’s Learning Standards for Science
Performance Expectation:

Energy can be transferred through a variety of ways.

Science Lesson : Chemical Reactions
State: OH
Standards: Ohio’s Learning Standards for Science
Performance Expectation:

Energy can be transferred through a variety of ways.

State: OH
Standards: Ohio’s Learning Standards for Science
Performance Expectation:

The composition and properties of Earth's interior are identified by the behavior of seismic waves.

State: OH
Standards: Ohio’s Learning Standards for Science
Performance Expectation:

Earth's lithosphere consists of major and minor tectonic plates that move relative to each other.

State: OH
Standards: Ohio’s Learning Standards for Science
Performance Expectation:

A combination of constructive and destructive geologic processes formed Earth's surface.

State: OH
Standards: Ohio’s Learning Standards for Science
Performance Expectation:

Evidence of the dynamic changes of Earth's surface through time is found in the geologic record.

State: OH
Standards: Ohio’s Learning Standards for Science
Performance Expectation:

Diversity of species, a result of variation of traits, occurs through the process of evolution and extinction over many generations. The fossil records provide evidence that changes have occurred in number and types of species.

State: OH
Standards: Ohio’s Learning Standards for Science
Performance Expectation:

Diversity of species, a result of variation of traits, occurs through the process of evolution and extinction over many generations. The fossil records provide evidence that changes have occurred in number and types of species.

Science Lesson : Life on Earth
State: OH
Standards: Ohio’s Learning Standards for Science
Performance Expectation:

Diversity of species, a result of variation of traits, occurs through the process of evolution and extinction over many generations. The fossil records provide evidence that changes have occurred in number and types of species.

State: OH
Standards: Ohio’s Learning Standards for Science
Performance Expectation:

Every organism alive today comes from a long line of ancestors who reproduced successfully every generation.

State: OH
Standards: Ohio’s Learning Standards for Science
Performance Expectation: Every organism alive today comes from a long line of ancestors who reproduced successfully every generation.
Science Lesson : Life on Earth
State: OH
Standards: Ohio’s Learning Standards for Science
Performance Expectation:

Every organism alive today comes from a long line of ancestors who reproduced successfully every generation.

State: OH
Standards: Ohio’s Learning Standards for Science
Performance Expectation:

The characteristics of an organism are a result of inherited traits received from parent(s).

State: OH
Standards: Ohio’s Learning Standards for Science
Performance Expectation:

Objects can experience a force due to an external field such as magnetic, electrostatic, or gravitational fields.

State: OH
Standards: Ohio’s Learning Standards for Science
Performance Expectation:

Forces can act to change the motion of objects.

Science Lesson : Energy Transformation
State: OH
Standards: Ohio’s Learning Standards for Science
Performance Expectation:

Forces can act to change the motion of objects.

Science Lesson : Molecules
State: OH
Standards: Ohio’s Learning Standards for Science
Performance Expectation:

Forces can act to change the motion of objects.

This guide shows how KnowAtom’s integrated model of science curriculum is aligned with the 2020 Ohio’s Learning Standards for Science.
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