3-ESS3-1
3rd Grade Science · Next Generation Science Standards · 2013
The Standard
Make a claim about the merit of a design solution that reduces the impacts of a weather-related hazard.
Standard Unwrapping
AI-generated as a starting point.Vocabulary
claimmeritdesign solutionimpactsweather-related hazard
Skills
- make a claim (about the merit of a design solution) #dok2
- evaluate (design solutions for reducing the impacts of weather-related hazards) #dok3
- analyze (the effectiveness of solutions in minimizing hazard impacts) #dok3
- explain (how a solution reduces the impacts of weather-related hazards) #dok2
Learning Targets
- I can identify examples of design solutions for weather-related hazards. #dok1
- I can describe how a design solution helps reduce the impacts of a weather-related hazard. #dok2
- I can make a claim about how well a solution works to reduce weather hazard impacts. #dok2
- I can compare different design solutions for their effectiveness in minimizing damage from weather-related hazards. #dok3
- I can support my claim about a solution with evidence and reasoning. #dok3
Big Ideas
- Design solutions can help reduce the negative effects of hazardous weather events.
- Evaluating the effectiveness of solutions requires making claims and supporting them with evidence.
Essential Questions
- What design solutions exist to reduce the impacts of weather-related hazards?
- How can we determine if a solution effectively reduces the impact of a hazard?
- What evidence can support a claim that a certain solution is effective?
- Why is it important to evaluate and compare design solutions for weather-related hazards?
- How might communities use evidence to make decisions about preparing for hazardous weather?
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