Learners will describe the life cycles of birds, mammals, and fish, and compare young animals to their parents to identify shared traits and changes as they grow.

Learners will identify and compare animal external structures such as body coverings, legs, eyes, and ears, and explain how these structures help animals move, find food, and stay safe in their habitats.

Learners will ask questions, plan investigations, use science tools safely, collect evidence, record data, and build models like a scientist.