Using HOP Jr. to Fulfill National Science Education Standards

In developing the content for this site, we have created activities that will help teachers fulfill the National Science Education Standard for grades K-4 for Physical Science. Content Standard B includes the statement that: As a result of the activities in grades K-4, all students should develop an understanding of properties of objects and materials. The fundamental concepts and principles that underlie this standard include:

  • Objects have many observable properties, including size, weight, shape, color, temperature, and the ability to react with other substances. Those properties can be measured using tools, such as rulers, balances, and thermometers.
  • Objects are made of one or more materials, such as paper, wood, and metal.
  • Objects can be described by the properties of the materials from which they are made, and those properties can be used to separate or sort a group of objects or materials.

Activities will also help teachers fulfill the National Science Education Standard for grades K-4 for Science and Technology. Content Standard E includes the statement that:

As a result of the activities in grades K-4, all students should develop an understanding about science and technology. This site will provide students the opportunity to develop an understanding about science and technology in the field of plastics and polymers. Through the activities and games, students will learn about materials that scientists have developed to meet a myriad of needs and applications.

Activities will also help teachers fulfill the National Science Education Standard for grades K-4 for Science in Personal and Social Perspectives. Content Standard F includes the statement that:

As a result of the activities in grades K-4, all students should develop an understanding of Types of Resources and the Science and Technology in local challenges. Through the activities on this site, students will also develop an understanding of some of the types of resources that are available and the responsible use of those materials. Students will also become more aware of the technological advances made possible by the use of plastics. Scientists and engineers have the ability to solve problems and produce products with plastics to meet needs of people everywhere.

     
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