5-ESS2-1

Develop a model using an example to describe ways the geosphere, biosphere, hydrosphere, and/or atmosphere interact.

Clarification statement: Examples could include the influence of the ocean on ecosystems, landform shape, and climate; the influence of the atmosphere on landforms and ecosystems through weather and climate; and the influence of mountain ranges on winds and clouds in the atmosphere. The geosphere, hydrosphere, atmosphere, and biosphere are each a system.

Assessment boundary: Assessment is limited to the interactions of two systems at a time.

Resources

Examples and discussion of resources for the learning, teaching, and assessment of 5-ESS2-1.

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Assessment

What assessment of 5-ESS2-1 might look like on a NY state exam.

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NGSS Dimensions

Performance expectation 5-ESS2-1 was developed using the following elements from the NRC document A Framework for K-12 Science Education:

Science and engineering practices

Disciplinary core ideas

Crosscutting concepts

Connections to Other Standards

5-ESS2-1 connections to ELA, math, and other science standards as outlined by the NYS Education Department:

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