Content Standard G: The Universe "Big Ideas"

Revised 8/6/03
'Big Idea'
Grades K-2
Grades 3-4
Grades 5-8

Grades 9-12

1.Objects in the sky all have properties, locations, and predictable movement that can be observed and described.

G1

G1, G4

G4, G5

2.The universe is large, ancient, and organized.

G3

G2, G3

G3

3.Stars differ from each other in size, temperature, and age. They have a cycle of existence.

G3

G1, G2

G2

4.Stars produce energy, light, and new elements.

G2

G2

5.The motion of the Earth and other objects in the universe affects the Earth.

G1, G2

G3, G4

G5

6.All matter in the universe is attracted together by gravity.

7.Objects everywhere in the universe obey the same physical laws and are made of the same material.

G3

8.Advances in technology have aided and continue to aid in our understanding of the universe.

G1, G4

G1

9.Technology allows us to extend observations beyond direct human experience.

G1, G4

G1, G3

Local Assessment Benchmarks
none developmentally appropriate
G2 & G4
G4
G1
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