Huntsville City Schools
Second Grade Science Instructional Resources
2014-2015
The Interactive Science resources may offer minimum standards coverage.
It is highly recommended that supplemental resources are used to adequately address the standards.
Interactive Science
&
Learning Target(s)
CSI (Classroom
Science Initiative)
Resources
Physical Science (CSI Kit Unit D)
ALCOS Standard
PS.2.1-Identify state of matter as solids,
liquids, and gases.
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I can identify state of matter.
Chapter 8, Lessons 1-4
PS.2.1a-Describing objects according to
physical properties, including hardness,
color, and flexibility.
PS.2.1b-Describing changes between
states of matter.
PS.2.1c-Measuring quantities of solids
and liquids.
PS.2.2-Identify vibration as the source of
sound.
PS.2.2a-Identifying pitch and volume as
properties of sound.
PS.2.2b-Distinguishing between pitch and
volume of sound.
PS.2.3-Recognize that light travels in a
straight line until it strikes an object.
PS.2.3a-Recognizing that light can be
reflected.
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I can describe objects according
to physical properties.
Chapter 8, Lessons 1 and
3
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I can describe changes between
states of matter.
I can measure quantities of solids
and liquids.
I can identify vibration as a
source of sound.
I can identify pitch and volume as
properties of sound.
I can distinguish between pitch
and volume of sound.
I can describe how light travels.
Chapter 8, Lessons 2 and
3
Chapter 8, Lessons 1-4
I can explain how light can be
reflected.
Chapter 9, Lesson 1
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Chapter 9, Lesson 2
Chapter 9, Lesson 2
Chapter 9, Lesson 2
Chapter 9, Lesson 1
Supplemental Resources
(AMSTI, PLTW, STEM, LTF, books,
apps, programs, websites, etc.)
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PLTW Module A
Science Kids - Matter
Study Jams
PLTW Module A
Science Kids - Matter
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PLTW Module A
Science Kids - Matter
PLTW Module A
Science Kids - Matter
Science Kids - Sound
Study James - Sound
Science Kids - Sound
Sound Powerpoint
Science Kids - Sound
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Science Kids - Light
Study Jams - Light
Science Kids - Light
Reflection Lesson
Study Jams - Reflection
PS.2.4-Describe observable effects of
forces, including buoyancy, gravity, and
magnetism.
PS.2.4a-Identifying simple machines,
including the inclined plane, level, pulley,
wedge, screw, and wheel and axle.
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I describe observable effects of
forces.
Chapter 9, Lesson 3
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Science Kids - Forces
Study Jams
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I can identify simple machines.
Chapter 2, Lesson 3
Chapter 9, Lesson 3
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Science Kids - Pulleys
Simple Machines
Simple Machines Example
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Biology4Kids - Plants
NeoK12 - Plants
ProFlowers Interactive Plant
Biology
Plant Cycle Flip Book
Study Jams
NatGeo-Kids
Ranger Rick - Animals
Animal Study
Study Jams
NatGeo-Kids
Ranger Rick - Animals
NatGeo-Kids
Ranger Rick - Animals
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Global Trek
Geography for Kids
Study Jams
A Walk in the Desert
Global Trek
Geography for Kids
Global Trek
Geography for Kids
Soil
Erosion
Weathering of Rocks
Water Cycle
Water Cycle Flip Book
Study Jams
Life Science (CSI Kit Unit B)
LS.2.5-Identify the relationship of
structure to function in plants, including
roots, stems, leaves, and flowers.
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I can identify the relationship of
structure and function of plants.
Chapter 3, Lessons 3 and
4
Chapter 4, Lesson 4
LS.2.6-Identify characteristics of animals,
including behavior, size, and body
covering.
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I can identify characteristics of
animals.
Chapter 3, Lessons 1,2,
and 4
Chapter 4, Lessons 1-3
LS.2.6a-Comparing existing animals to
extinct animals
LS.2.6b-Identifying migration and
hibernation as survival strategies.
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I can compare existing and
extinct animals.
I can identify survival strategies
in animals.
Chapter 3, Lesson 4
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Chapter 3, Lesson 4
Earth and Space Science (CSI Kit Unit C)
ES.2.7-Identify geological features as
mountains, valleys, plains, deserts, lakes,
rivers, and oceans.
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I can identify geological features.
Chapter 5, Lessons 3 and
4
ES.2.7a- Identifying local landforms and
bodies of water.
ES.2.7b-Identifying components of soil,
including sand, clay, and silt.
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I can identify local landforms and
bodies of water.
I can identify components of soil.
Chapter 5, Lesson 4
ES.2.8-Identify evidence of erosion and
weathering of rocks.
ES.2.9-Describe evaporation,
condensation, and precipitation in the
water cycle.
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I can identify evidence of erosion
and weathering of rocks.
I can describe the water cycle.
Chapter 7, Lesson 4
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Chapter 5, Lesson 3
Chapter 8, Lesson 1
ES.2.10-Identify the impact of weather on
agriculture, recreation, the economy, and
society.
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I can identify the impact of
weather.
Chapter 8, Lessons 2 and
4
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Weather Wiz Kids
Interactive Weather Maker
Study Jams
ES.2.10a-Recognizing the importance of
science and technology to weather
predictions.
ES.2.11-Identify basic components of our
solar system, including the sun, planets,
and Earth’s moon.
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I can recognize the importance of
science and technology to
weather predictions.
I can identify basic components
of our solar system.
Chapter 8, Lesson 2
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Weather Wiz Kids
Interactive Weather Maker
Chapter 6, Lessons 1-3
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Science Kids
Study Jams
Solar System Webquest
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