4.SS.18.A
Identify famous inventors and scientists such as Gail Borden, Joseph Glidden, Michael DeBakey, and Millie Hughes-Fulford and their contributions.
Grade 4 · Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) · TEKS 2010
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inventorsscientistscontributions
Skills
- identify (famous inventors and scientists from Texas) #dok1
- recall (the contributions made by specific inventors and scientists) #dok1
- describe (the impact of inventors’ and scientists’ work) #dok2
- summarize (how contributions affected Texas) #dok2
Learning Targets
- I can identify famous inventors and scientists from Texas. #dok1
- I can recall contributions by specific inventors and scientists. #dok1
- I can describe what inventors and scientists did to contribute to Texas. #dok2
- I can summarize how the work of Texas inventors and scientists impacted the state. #dok2
Big Ideas
- Inventors and scientists have shaped Texas through their innovations and discoveries.
- Understanding the contributions of individuals helps us appreciate how science and invention improve society.
Essential Questions
- Who are some famous inventors and scientists from Texas?
- What important contributions have these inventors and scientists made?
- How have these contributions affected the lives of people in Texas?
- Why is it important to recognize the work of inventors and scientists?
- How might Texas be different if these contributions had not been made?