Develop a task that addresses all three dimensions of the performance expectation. The following design process was developed by the Next Generation Science Assessment initiative. Learn more here.

Students identify similarities and differences in order to sort and classify natural objects and designed products. They identify patterns related to time, including simple rates of change and cycles, and to use these patterns to make predictions.

Student inquiry is best understood through the science practices and crosscutting concepts. Poster and cards are included. Find them here →

This Patterns of Objects in the Sky Graphic Organizer allows students to show their thinking as they engage in phenomenon using the relevant crosscutting concept of Patterns. A teacher’s version is also included with sample student answers.

This Patterns in the Sky Graphic Organizer allows students to show their thinking as they engage in phenomenon using the relevant crosscutting concept of Patterns. A teacher's version is also included with sample student answers.

Head to the Wonder of Science website's "Teaching" section to see in detail all five steps of the process for writing an inquiry lesson. Evaluate NYSSLS/NGSS lessons in development by using this Lesson Screener fillable PDF form.

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Generate and compare multiple solutions that use patterns to transfer information.

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