5-PS3-1
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Use models to describe that energy in animals’ food (used for body repair, growth, motion, and to maintain body warmth) was once energy from the Sun.
Clarification statement: Emphasis should be on plants converting light energy by photosynthesis into usable energy. Examples of models could include diagrams and flow charts.
Assessment
What assessment of 5-PS3-1 might look like on a NY state exam.
| Exam | Cluster | Question |
|---|---|---|
| Spring 2025 | The Albany Pine Bush Ecosystem | Question 22 |
Resources
Examples and discussion of resources for the learning, teaching, and assessment of 5-PS3-1.
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NGSS Dimensions
Performance expectation 5-PS3-1 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-PS3-1 connections to ELA, math, and other science standards as outlined by the NYS Education Department:
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