Grade 3 Science
Strand 1: Understanding Life Systems
Growth and Changes in Plants: Explore the life cycle of plants, from seed to maturity.
STEM Task: Grow your own plants from seeds and observe their growth stages.
Animal Life Cycles: Study the life cycles of various animals.
STEM Task: Create a life cycle diagram for a chosen animal and present it to the class.
Strand 2: Understanding Matter and Energy
Forces Causing Movement: Investigate different forces and their effects on objects.
STEM Task: Build simple machines like levers and pulleys to understand the concept of forces.
Properties of Liquids and Solids: Explore the properties of liquids and solids.
Website: Science Kids - States of Matter
STEM Task: Conduct experiments to compare the properties of different liquids and solids.
Strand 3: Understanding Structures and Mechanisms
Strong and Stable Structures: Learn about different structures and their stability.
STEM Task: Build and test structures using materials like popsicle sticks, marshmallows, and spaghetti.
Movement: Investigate mechanisms that enable movement.
STEM Task: Design and build simple machines or vehicles that can move.
Strand 4: Understanding Earth and Space Systems
Soil in the Environment: Study the properties and importance of soil.
Website: USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service - Soil Education
STEM Task: Create a soil profile and examine the different layers of soil in your area.
Rocks and Minerals: Explore the characteristics and uses of rocks and minerals.
Website: American Museum of Natural History - Rocks and Minerals
STEM Task: Collect and identify different rocks and minerals.
