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Develop and use models to represent phenomena, objects, and processes or design a prototype for a solution to a problem.

Kindergarten · Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) · TEKS 2022

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Vocabulary
modelsphenomenaobjectsprocessesprototypesolutionproblem
Skills
  • develop (models to represent phenomena, objects, and processes) #dok2
  • use (models to represent phenomena, objects, and processes) #dok2
  • design (a prototype as a solution to a problem) #dok3
Learning Targets
  • I can develop a model to show how something works or happens. #dok2
  • I can use a model to represent an object, process, or phenomenon. #dok2
  • I can design a prototype to solve a simple problem. #dok3
Big Ideas
  • Models can help us understand and explain real-world objects, processes, and events.
  • Designing prototypes allows us to find solutions to problems by building and testing ideas.
Essential Questions
  • What is a model and why do scientists use them?
  • How can we use models to help explain how something works?
  • What steps can we follow to design a solution to a problem?
  • How can building a prototype help us solve problems?
  • In what ways are models similar to or different from the real things they represent?