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Exploring the Scientific Method Teaching Slides - Lower Grades

Updated: 06 Nov 2024

Complete your introductory scientific method lesson plan with a ready-made Scientific Method Teaching Presentation!

Editable: Google Slides
Pages: 1 Page
Grades: 1 - 3

Curriculum

Science 1.2(A)

Ask questions about organisms, objects, and events observed in the natural world;
Science 1.2(B)

Plan and conduct simple descriptive investigations;
Science 1.2(C)

Collect data and make observations using simple tools;
Science 1.2(D)

Record and organize data using pictures, numbers, and words; and
Science 1.2(E)

Communicate observations and provide reasons for explanations using student-generated data from simple descriptive investigations.
Science 2.2(B)

Plan and conduct descriptive investigations;
Science 2.2(C)

Collect data from observations using scientific tools;
Science 2.2(D)

Record and organize data using pictures, numbers, and words;
Science 2.2(E)

Communicate observations and justify explanations using student-generated data from simple descriptive investigations; and
Science 2.2(F)

Compare results of investigations with what students and scientists know about the world.
Science 2.3(A)

Identify and explain a problem and propose a task and solution for the problem;
Science 2.3(B)

Make predictions based on observable patterns; and
Science 3.2(A)

Plan and implement descriptive investigations, including asking and answering questions, making inferences, and selecting and using equipment or technology needed, to solve a specific problem in the natural world;
Science 3.2(B)

Collect and record data by observing and measuring using the metric system and recognize differences between observed and measured data;
Science 3.2(C)

Construct maps, graphic organizers, simple tables, charts, and bar graphs using tools and current technology to organize, examine, and evaluate measured data;
Science 3.2(D)

Analyze and interpret patterns in data to construct reasonable explanations based on evidence from investigations;

teaching resource

Exploring the Scientific Method Teaching Slides - Lower Grades

Updated: 06 Nov 2024

Complete your introductory scientific method lesson plan with a ready-made Scientific Method Teaching Presentation!

Editable: Google Slides
Pages: 1 Page
Grades: 1 - 3

Complete your introductory scientific method lesson plan with a ready-made Scientific Method Teaching Presentation!

Looking for a Scientific Method Lesson Plan? We’ve Got You Covered!

Are you searching for a way to introduce your students to the scientific method? Do you need help finding a good Scientific Method Lesson Plan? If so, you’re in the right place! The Teach Starter team has been working hard to create new resources to help you fill in that scientific method lesson plan box in a flash…starting with our Interactive Scientific Method Teaching Presentation!

Scientific Method Lesson Plan and Teaching Slides in One!

There’s no need to write long, elaborate lesson plans when you have this resource. This interactive teaching presentation includes the appropriate pacing and all the information you need to teach your students the basics behind the scientific method and how it is used in the real world.

This engaging digital resource introduces elementary students to each step in the scientific method, from asking questions to sharing results, in a format designed to capture attention and spark collaboration between students. With vibrant visuals, interactive activities throughout, and relatable examples, students will be excited to participate and gain a foundational understanding of how scientists think and explore.

This resource is designed with first-grade learners in mind but can also be adapted for use in second—and third-grade classrooms!

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This resource is available as an easy-to-use Google Slides Resource file. To get your copy, click the download button. Make your copy, project the slides, and start teaching today!

This resource was created by Lindsey Phillips, a teacher in Michigan and Teach Starter Collaborator.

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Curriculum

Science 1.2(A)

Ask questions about organisms, objects, and events observed in the natural world;
Science 1.2(B)

Plan and conduct simple descriptive investigations;
Science 1.2(C)

Collect data and make observations using simple tools;
Science 1.2(D)

Record and organize data using pictures, numbers, and words; and
Science 1.2(E)

Communicate observations and provide reasons for explanations using student-generated data from simple descriptive investigations.
Science 2.2(B)

Plan and conduct descriptive investigations;
Science 2.2(C)

Collect data from observations using scientific tools;
Science 2.2(D)

Record and organize data using pictures, numbers, and words;
Science 2.2(E)

Communicate observations and justify explanations using student-generated data from simple descriptive investigations; and
Science 2.2(F)

Compare results of investigations with what students and scientists know about the world.
Science 2.3(A)

Identify and explain a problem and propose a task and solution for the problem;
Science 2.3(B)

Make predictions based on observable patterns; and
Science 3.2(A)

Plan and implement descriptive investigations, including asking and answering questions, making inferences, and selecting and using equipment or technology needed, to solve a specific problem in the natural world;
Science 3.2(B)

Collect and record data by observing and measuring using the metric system and recognize differences between observed and measured data;
Science 3.2(C)

Construct maps, graphic organizers, simple tables, charts, and bar graphs using tools and current technology to organize, examine, and evaluate measured data;
Science 3.2(D)

Analyze and interpret patterns in data to construct reasonable explanations based on evidence from investigations;

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