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Conservation of Quantity in Natural Samples
Early Years · Science · Open Global Science
7 lessons
Goal
Demonstrate that total quantity is conserved regardless of spatial rearrangement or disposition.
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Curriculum Framework
Early Years · Science · Open Global Science
1
7 lessons
Scientific Tools and Sensory Investigation
Use sensory tools and scientific vocabulary to explore and describe materials with precision.
2
7 lessons
Scientific Observation and Inquiry Procedures
Follow step-by-step procedures to observe changes, ask questions, and test ideas.
3
7 lessons
Counting and Quantifying Nature: Numbers to 10
Count specimens accurately up to 10 using one-to-one correspondence and determine cardinality.
4
7 lessons
Counting Forward and Cardinality to 30
Recite the oral number sequence up to 30 and quantify larger scientific collections.
5
7 lessons
Recording Observations with Drawings, Symbols, and Numerals
Record quantitative observations using representational marks, drawings, and numerals from 0 to 10.
6
7 lessons
Collecting Data with Tally Marks and Science Checklists
Use tally marks and structured checklists to record and summarize scientific observations.
7
7 lessons
Comparing Quantities and Specimen Collections
Compare sets of specimens using one-to-one matching and numerical counting to test equivalence.
8
7 lessons
Conservation of Quantity in Natural Samples
Demonstrate that total quantity is conserved regardless of spatial rearrangement or disposition.
9
7 lessons
Composing, Decomposing, and Changing Sets to 10
Analyze natural sets by composing, decomposing, and calculating one more and one less up to 10.
10
7 lessons
Measuring and Comparing Length and Size
Compare and order physical objects directly and with non-standard units based on length and height.
11
7 lessons
Comparing Weight, Mass, and Liquid Capacity
Investigate mass and volumetric capacity of physical materials using balance scales and containers.
12
8 lessons
Identifying 2D and 3D Shapes in Science
Identify, name, and categorize planar shapes and three-dimensional solids found in nature and built structures.
13
7 lessons
Drawing and Modeling Physical Structures
Replicate, draw, and represent observed shapes and physical structures with fine motor control.
14
8 lessons
Building, Assembling, and Engineering Structures
Assemble physical structures according to visual models using interlocking blocks, tessellations, and puzzles.
15
8 lessons
Spatial Orientation, Positions, and Natural Patterns
Describe spatial relationships, rank ordinal positions, and extend repeating algorithmic patterns in nature.