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๐Ÿ”ฌ Science: Second Grade Readiness Printables

170 free printables for 17 science skills โ€” 10 each โ€” for Grade 1 and Grade 2. Wonder, predict and test โ€” kitchens, gardens and the night sky make great labs.

๐Ÿ”ฌ Young Scientist๐Ÿงช Properties๐ŸงŠ Solid, Liquid, Gas๐Ÿ”ฅ Changing Materials๐Ÿงฑ Built From Piecesโšก Energy๐Ÿž๏ธ Habitat Explorer๐Ÿช Our Solar System๐ŸŒ— Sun, Moon & Earth๐ŸŒฑ What Living Things Need๐Ÿ‘€ Observe Living Things๐Ÿ”— Food Chains๐Ÿงช Plan an Investigation๐Ÿ”ญ Science Toolsโ“ Notice & Wonder๐Ÿ”ฎ Predict and Test๐Ÿ“ข Share Your Science

๐Ÿ”ฌ Young Scientist

Skill: Shows a positive attitude toward science.

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Young Scientist 1: My Science Journal

Shows a positive attitude toward science (second-grade readiness) ยท Grade 1 & Grade 2

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Young Scientist 2: I Wonder Wall

Shows a positive attitude toward science (second-grade readiness) ยท Grade 1 & Grade 2

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Young Scientist 3: Scientist Hero

Shows a positive attitude toward science (second-grade readiness) ยท Grade 1 & Grade 2

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Young Scientist 4: Lab Safety Rules

Shows a positive attitude toward science (second-grade readiness) ยท Grade 1 & Grade 2

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Young Scientist 5: Science Tools I Can Use

Shows a positive attitude toward science (second-grade readiness) ยท Grade 1 & Grade 2

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Young Scientist 6: Nature Scavenger Hunt

Shows a positive attitude toward science (second-grade readiness) ยท Grade 1 & Grade 2

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Young Scientist 7: Kitchen Science

Shows a positive attitude toward science (second-grade readiness) ยท Grade 1 & Grade 2

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Young Scientist 8: Science All Around Me

Shows a positive attitude toward science (second-grade readiness) ยท Grade 1 & Grade 2

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Young Scientist 9: Ask a Scientist

Shows a positive attitude toward science (second-grade readiness) ยท Grade 1 & Grade 2

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Young Scientist 10: When I Grow Up

Shows a positive attitude toward science (second-grade readiness) ยท Grade 1 & Grade 2

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๐Ÿงช Properties

Skill: Describes, classifies and compares objects by their properties.

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Properties 1: Set 1

Describes, classifies and compares objects by their properties (second-grade readiness) ยท Grade 1 & Grade 2

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Properties 2: Set 2

Describes, classifies and compares objects by their properties (second-grade readiness) ยท Grade 1 & Grade 2

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Properties 3: Set 3

Describes, classifies and compares objects by their properties (second-grade readiness) ยท Grade 1 & Grade 2

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Properties 4: Set 4

Describes, classifies and compares objects by their properties (second-grade readiness) ยท Grade 1 & Grade 2

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Properties 5: Set 5

Describes, classifies and compares objects by their properties (second-grade readiness) ยท Grade 1 & Grade 2

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Properties 6: Set 6

Describes, classifies and compares objects by their properties (second-grade readiness) ยท Grade 1 & Grade 2

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Properties 7: Set 7

Describes, classifies and compares objects by their properties (second-grade readiness) ยท Grade 1 & Grade 2

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Properties 8: Set 8

Describes, classifies and compares objects by their properties (second-grade readiness) ยท Grade 1 & Grade 2

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Properties 9: Set 9

Describes, classifies and compares objects by their properties (second-grade readiness) ยท Grade 1 & Grade 2

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Properties 10: Set 10

Describes, classifies and compares objects by their properties (second-grade readiness) ยท Grade 1 & Grade 2

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๐ŸงŠ Solid, Liquid, Gas

Skill: Knows the same material can be a solid, liquid or gas.

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Solid, Liquid, Gas 1: Sort 1

Knows the same material can be a solid, liquid or gas (second-grade readiness) ยท Grade 1 & Grade 2

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Solid, Liquid, Gas 2: Sort 2

Knows the same material can be a solid, liquid or gas (second-grade readiness) ยท Grade 1 & Grade 2

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Solid, Liquid, Gas 3: Sort 3

Knows the same material can be a solid, liquid or gas (second-grade readiness) ยท Grade 1 & Grade 2

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Solid, Liquid, Gas 4: Sort 4

Knows the same material can be a solid, liquid or gas (second-grade readiness) ยท Grade 1 & Grade 2

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Solid, Liquid, Gas 5: Sort 5

Knows the same material can be a solid, liquid or gas (second-grade readiness) ยท Grade 1 & Grade 2

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Solid, Liquid, Gas 6: Sort 6

Knows the same material can be a solid, liquid or gas (second-grade readiness) ยท Grade 1 & Grade 2

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Solid, Liquid, Gas 7: Sort 7

Knows the same material can be a solid, liquid or gas (second-grade readiness) ยท Grade 1 & Grade 2

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Solid, Liquid, Gas 8: Sort 8

Knows the same material can be a solid, liquid or gas (second-grade readiness) ยท Grade 1 & Grade 2

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Solid, Liquid, Gas 9: Sort 9

Knows the same material can be a solid, liquid or gas (second-grade readiness) ยท Grade 1 & Grade 2

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Solid, Liquid, Gas 10: Sort 10

Knows the same material can be a solid, liquid or gas (second-grade readiness) ยท Grade 1 & Grade 2

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๐Ÿ”ฅ Changing Materials

Skill: Knows things can be done to materials to change their properties.

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Changing Materials 1: Changes 1

Knows things can be done to materials to change their properties (second-grade readiness) ยท Grade 1 & Grade 2

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Changing Materials 2: Changes 2

Knows things can be done to materials to change their properties (second-grade readiness) ยท Grade 1 & Grade 2

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Changing Materials 3: Changes 3

Knows things can be done to materials to change their properties (second-grade readiness) ยท Grade 1 & Grade 2

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Changing Materials 4: Changes 4

Knows things can be done to materials to change their properties (second-grade readiness) ยท Grade 1 & Grade 2

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Changing Materials 5: Changes 5

Knows things can be done to materials to change their properties (second-grade readiness) ยท Grade 1 & Grade 2

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Changing Materials 6: Changes 6

Knows things can be done to materials to change their properties (second-grade readiness) ยท Grade 1 & Grade 2

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Changing Materials 7: Changes 7

Knows things can be done to materials to change their properties (second-grade readiness) ยท Grade 1 & Grade 2

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Changing Materials 8: Changes 8

Knows things can be done to materials to change their properties (second-grade readiness) ยท Grade 1 & Grade 2

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Changing Materials 9: Changes 9

Knows things can be done to materials to change their properties (second-grade readiness) ยท Grade 1 & Grade 2

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Changing Materials 10: Changes 10

Knows things can be done to materials to change their properties (second-grade readiness) ยท Grade 1 & Grade 2

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๐Ÿงฑ Built From Pieces

Skill: Knows many things are made of smaller pieces.

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Built From Pieces 1: House

Knows many things are made of smaller pieces (second-grade readiness) ยท Grade 1 & Grade 2

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Built From Pieces 2: Bike

Knows many things are made of smaller pieces (second-grade readiness) ยท Grade 1 & Grade 2

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Built From Pieces 3: Block tower

Knows many things are made of smaller pieces (second-grade readiness) ยท Grade 1 & Grade 2

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Built From Pieces 4: Puzzle picture

Knows many things are made of smaller pieces (second-grade readiness) ยท Grade 1 & Grade 2

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Built From Pieces 5: Book

Knows many things are made of smaller pieces (second-grade readiness) ยท Grade 1 & Grade 2

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Built From Pieces 6: Sandwich

Knows many things are made of smaller pieces (second-grade readiness) ยท Grade 1 & Grade 2

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Built From Pieces 7: Beach

Knows many things are made of smaller pieces (second-grade readiness) ยท Grade 1 & Grade 2

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Built From Pieces 8: Scarf

Knows many things are made of smaller pieces (second-grade readiness) ยท Grade 1 & Grade 2

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Built From Pieces 9: Pizza

Knows many things are made of smaller pieces (second-grade readiness) ยท Grade 1 & Grade 2

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Built From Pieces 10: Toy train

Knows many things are made of smaller pieces (second-grade readiness) ยท Grade 1 & Grade 2

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โšก Energy

Skill: Understands basic concepts of energy.

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Energy 1: Energy Hunt 1

Understands basic concepts of energy (second-grade readiness) ยท Grade 1 & Grade 2

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Energy 2: Energy Hunt 2

Understands basic concepts of energy (second-grade readiness) ยท Grade 1 & Grade 2

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Energy 3: Energy Hunt 3

Understands basic concepts of energy (second-grade readiness) ยท Grade 1 & Grade 2

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Energy 4: Energy Hunt 4

Understands basic concepts of energy (second-grade readiness) ยท Grade 1 & Grade 2

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Energy 5: Energy Hunt 5

Understands basic concepts of energy (second-grade readiness) ยท Grade 1 & Grade 2

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Energy 6: Energy Hunt 6

Understands basic concepts of energy (second-grade readiness) ยท Grade 1 & Grade 2

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Energy 7: Energy Hunt 7

Understands basic concepts of energy (second-grade readiness) ยท Grade 1 & Grade 2

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Energy 8: Energy Hunt 8

Understands basic concepts of energy (second-grade readiness) ยท Grade 1 & Grade 2

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Energy 9: Energy Hunt 9

Understands basic concepts of energy (second-grade readiness) ยท Grade 1 & Grade 2

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Energy 10: Energy Hunt 10

Understands basic concepts of energy (second-grade readiness) ยท Grade 1 & Grade 2

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๐Ÿž๏ธ Habitat Explorer

Skill: Understands habitats and tells different habitats apart.

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Habitat Explorer 1: Desert vs Rainforest

Understands habitats and tells different habitats apart (second-grade readiness) ยท Grade 1 & Grade 2

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Habitat Explorer 2: Arctic vs Pond

Understands habitats and tells different habitats apart (second-grade readiness) ยท Grade 1 & Grade 2

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Habitat Explorer 3: Ocean vs Forest

Understands habitats and tells different habitats apart (second-grade readiness) ยท Grade 1 & Grade 2

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Habitat Explorer 4: Rainforest vs Grassland

Understands habitats and tells different habitats apart (second-grade readiness) ยท Grade 1 & Grade 2

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Habitat Explorer 5: Pond vs Mountains

Understands habitats and tells different habitats apart (second-grade readiness) ยท Grade 1 & Grade 2

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Habitat Explorer 6: Forest vs Farm

Understands habitats and tells different habitats apart (second-grade readiness) ยท Grade 1 & Grade 2

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Habitat Explorer 7: Grassland vs Wetland

Understands habitats and tells different habitats apart (second-grade readiness) ยท Grade 1 & Grade 2

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Habitat Explorer 8: Mountains vs Desert

Understands habitats and tells different habitats apart (second-grade readiness) ยท Grade 1 & Grade 2

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Habitat Explorer 9: Farm vs Arctic

Understands habitats and tells different habitats apart (second-grade readiness) ยท Grade 1 & Grade 2

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Habitat Explorer 10: Wetland vs Ocean

Understands habitats and tells different habitats apart (second-grade readiness) ยท Grade 1 & Grade 2

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๐Ÿช Our Solar System

Skill: Knows the Solar System.

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Our Solar System 1: Mercury

Knows the Solar System (second-grade readiness) ยท Grade 1 & Grade 2

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Our Solar System 2: Venus

Knows the Solar System (second-grade readiness) ยท Grade 1 & Grade 2

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Our Solar System 3: Earth

Knows the Solar System (second-grade readiness) ยท Grade 1 & Grade 2

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Our Solar System 4: Mars

Knows the Solar System (second-grade readiness) ยท Grade 1 & Grade 2

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Our Solar System 5: Jupiter

Knows the Solar System (second-grade readiness) ยท Grade 1 & Grade 2

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Our Solar System 6: Saturn

Knows the Solar System (second-grade readiness) ยท Grade 1 & Grade 2

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Our Solar System 7: Uranus

Knows the Solar System (second-grade readiness) ยท Grade 1 & Grade 2

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Our Solar System 8: Neptune

Knows the Solar System (second-grade readiness) ยท Grade 1 & Grade 2

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Our Solar System 9: Planet Order

Knows the Solar System (second-grade readiness) ยท Grade 1 & Grade 2

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Our Solar System 10: Planet Match

Knows the Solar System (second-grade readiness) ยท Grade 1 & Grade 2

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๐ŸŒ— Sun, Moon & Earth

Skill: Understands how the Solar System affects life on Earth.

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Sun, Moon & Earth 1: Day and Night

Understands how the Solar System affects life on Earth (second-grade readiness) ยท Grade 1 & Grade 2

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Sun, Moon & Earth 2: Why We Have Seasons

Understands how the Solar System affects life on Earth (second-grade readiness) ยท Grade 1 & Grade 2

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Sun, Moon & Earth 3: Moon Phases

Understands how the Solar System affects life on Earth (second-grade readiness) ยท Grade 1 & Grade 2

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Sun, Moon & Earth 4: The Sun Gives Usโ€ฆ

Understands how the Solar System affects life on Earth (second-grade readiness) ยท Grade 1 & Grade 2

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Sun, Moon & Earth 5: Shadow Clock

Understands how the Solar System affects life on Earth (second-grade readiness) ยท Grade 1 & Grade 2

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Sun, Moon & Earth 6: Sunrise and Sunset

Understands how the Solar System affects life on Earth (second-grade readiness) ยท Grade 1 & Grade 2

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Sun, Moon & Earth 7: Earth's Year

Understands how the Solar System affects life on Earth (second-grade readiness) ยท Grade 1 & Grade 2

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Sun, Moon & Earth 8: Tides and the Moon

Understands how the Solar System affects life on Earth (second-grade readiness) ยท Grade 1 & Grade 2

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Sun, Moon & Earth 9: Stars at Night

Understands how the Solar System affects life on Earth (second-grade readiness) ยท Grade 1 & Grade 2

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Sun, Moon & Earth 10: Sky Changes Quiz

Understands how the Solar System affects life on Earth (second-grade readiness) ยท Grade 1 & Grade 2

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๐ŸŒฑ What Living Things Need

Skill: Knows the basic needs of all living things.

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What Living Things Need 1: Dog

Knows the basic needs of all living things (second-grade readiness) ยท Grade 1 & Grade 2

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What Living Things Need 2: Tree

Knows the basic needs of all living things (second-grade readiness) ยท Grade 1 & Grade 2

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What Living Things Need 3: Fish

Knows the basic needs of all living things (second-grade readiness) ยท Grade 1 & Grade 2

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What Living Things Need 4: Flower

Knows the basic needs of all living things (second-grade readiness) ยท Grade 1 & Grade 2

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What Living Things Need 5: Bird

Knows the basic needs of all living things (second-grade readiness) ยท Grade 1 & Grade 2

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What Living Things Need 6: Child

Knows the basic needs of all living things (second-grade readiness) ยท Grade 1 & Grade 2

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What Living Things Need 7: Caterpillar

Knows the basic needs of all living things (second-grade readiness) ยท Grade 1 & Grade 2

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What Living Things Need 8: Mushroom

Knows the basic needs of all living things (second-grade readiness) ยท Grade 1 & Grade 2

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What Living Things Need 9: Frog

Knows the basic needs of all living things (second-grade readiness) ยท Grade 1 & Grade 2

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What Living Things Need 10: Cactus

Knows the basic needs of all living things (second-grade readiness) ยท Grade 1 & Grade 2

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๐Ÿ‘€ Observe Living Things

Skill: Observes characteristics and behavior of living and non-living things.

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Observe Living Things 1: The Bird

Observes characteristics and behavior of living and non-living things (second-grade readiness) ยท Grade 1 & Grade 2

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Observe Living Things 2: The Squirrel

Observes characteristics and behavior of living and non-living things (second-grade readiness) ยท Grade 1 & Grade 2

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Observe Living Things 3: The Bear

Observes characteristics and behavior of living and non-living things (second-grade readiness) ยท Grade 1 & Grade 2

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Observe Living Things 4: The Sunflower

Observes characteristics and behavior of living and non-living things (second-grade readiness) ยท Grade 1 & Grade 2

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Observe Living Things 5: The Ant

Observes characteristics and behavior of living and non-living things (second-grade readiness) ยท Grade 1 & Grade 2

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Observe Living Things 6: The Duck

Observes characteristics and behavior of living and non-living things (second-grade readiness) ยท Grade 1 & Grade 2

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Observe Living Things 7: The Dog

Observes characteristics and behavior of living and non-living things (second-grade readiness) ยท Grade 1 & Grade 2

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Observe Living Things 8: The Cactus

Observes characteristics and behavior of living and non-living things (second-grade readiness) ยท Grade 1 & Grade 2

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Observe Living Things 9: The Turtle

Observes characteristics and behavior of living and non-living things (second-grade readiness) ยท Grade 1 & Grade 2

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Observe Living Things 10: The Bee

Observes characteristics and behavior of living and non-living things (second-grade readiness) ยท Grade 1 & Grade 2

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๐Ÿ”— Food Chains

Skill: Understands how living things depend on each other.

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Food Chains 1: Chain 1

Understands how living things depend on each other (second-grade readiness) ยท Grade 1 & Grade 2

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Food Chains 2: Chain 2

Understands how living things depend on each other (second-grade readiness) ยท Grade 1 & Grade 2

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Food Chains 3: Chain 3

Understands how living things depend on each other (second-grade readiness) ยท Grade 1 & Grade 2

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Food Chains 4: Chain 4

Understands how living things depend on each other (second-grade readiness) ยท Grade 1 & Grade 2

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Food Chains 5: Chain 5

Understands how living things depend on each other (second-grade readiness) ยท Grade 1 & Grade 2

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Food Chains 6: Chain 6

Understands how living things depend on each other (second-grade readiness) ยท Grade 1 & Grade 2

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Food Chains 7: Chain 7

Understands how living things depend on each other (second-grade readiness) ยท Grade 1 & Grade 2

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Food Chains 8: Chain 8

Understands how living things depend on each other (second-grade readiness) ยท Grade 1 & Grade 2

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Food Chains 9: Chain 9

Understands how living things depend on each other (second-grade readiness) ยท Grade 1 & Grade 2

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Food Chains 10: Chain 10

Understands how living things depend on each other (second-grade readiness) ยท Grade 1 & Grade 2

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๐Ÿงช Plan an Investigation

Skill: Uses investigation to find information.

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Plan an Investigation 1: Which paper towel soaks up the most water?

Uses investigation to find information (second-grade readiness) ยท Grade 1 & Grade 2

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Plan an Investigation 2: Do plants grow better in sun or shade?

Uses investigation to find information (second-grade readiness) ยท Grade 1 & Grade 2

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Plan an Investigation 3: Which ball bounces highest?

Uses investigation to find information (second-grade readiness) ยท Grade 1 & Grade 2

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Plan an Investigation 4: Which melts faster: ice in sun or shade?

Uses investigation to find information (second-grade readiness) ยท Grade 1 & Grade 2

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Plan an Investigation 5: What objects does a magnet attract?

Uses investigation to find information (second-grade readiness) ยท Grade 1 & Grade 2

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Plan an Investigation 6: Which car goes farther down a ramp?

Uses investigation to find information (second-grade readiness) ยท Grade 1 & Grade 2

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Plan an Investigation 7: Does salt water or fresh water make an egg float?

Uses investigation to find information (second-grade readiness) ยท Grade 1 & Grade 2

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Plan an Investigation 8: Which material keeps ice frozen longest?

Uses investigation to find information (second-grade readiness) ยท Grade 1 & Grade 2

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Plan an Investigation 9: Which seeds sprout fastest?

Uses investigation to find information (second-grade readiness) ยท Grade 1 & Grade 2

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Plan an Investigation 10: Do heavier objects fall faster?

Uses investigation to find information (second-grade readiness) ยท Grade 1 & Grade 2

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๐Ÿ”ญ Science Tools

Skill: Uses tools to gather scientific information.

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Science Tools 1: Using a Hand lens

Uses tools to gather scientific information (second-grade readiness) ยท Grade 1 & Grade 2

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Science Tools 2: Using a Thermometer

Uses tools to gather scientific information (second-grade readiness) ยท Grade 1 & Grade 2

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Science Tools 3: Using a Ruler

Uses tools to gather scientific information (second-grade readiness) ยท Grade 1 & Grade 2

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Science Tools 4: Using a Balance scale

Uses tools to gather scientific information (second-grade readiness) ยท Grade 1 & Grade 2

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Science Tools 5: Using a Timer

Uses tools to gather scientific information (second-grade readiness) ยท Grade 1 & Grade 2

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Science Tools 6: Using a Magnet

Uses tools to gather scientific information (second-grade readiness) ยท Grade 1 & Grade 2

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Science Tools 7: Using a Telescope

Uses tools to gather scientific information (second-grade readiness) ยท Grade 1 & Grade 2

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Science Tools 8: Using a Microscope

Uses tools to gather scientific information (second-grade readiness) ยท Grade 1 & Grade 2

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Science Tools 9: Using a Measuring cup

Uses tools to gather scientific information (second-grade readiness) ยท Grade 1 & Grade 2

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Science Tools 10: Using a Rain gauge

Uses tools to gather scientific information (second-grade readiness) ยท Grade 1 & Grade 2

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โ“ Notice & Wonder

Skill: Asks questions about the natural and physical world.

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Notice & Wonder 1: On the Farm

Asks questions about the natural and physical world (second-grade readiness) ยท Grade 1 & Grade 2

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Notice & Wonder 2: At the Beach

Asks questions about the natural and physical world (second-grade readiness) ยท Grade 1 & Grade 2

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Notice & Wonder 3: In the Garden

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Notice & Wonder 4: At the Zoo

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Notice & Wonder 5: In the Kitchen

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Notice & Wonder 6: Things That Go

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Notice & Wonder 7: Weather

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Notice & Wonder 8: Toys & Play

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Notice & Wonder 9: In the Forest

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Notice & Wonder 10: Outer Space

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๐Ÿ”ฎ Predict and Test

Skill: Makes logical predictions from observations.

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Predict and Test 1: Will a crayon sink or float?

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Predict and Test 2: Will ice melt faster in the sun?

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Predict and Test 3: Which way will the shadow point at 3 o'clock?

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Predict and Test 4: How tall will my bean plant be in 2 weeks?

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Predict and Test 5: Will it rain tomorrow? (Look at the clouds!)

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Predict and Test 6: How many drops of water fit on a coin?

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Predict and Test 7: Will a paper airplane or a crumpled ball fly farther?

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Predict and Test 8: Which will dry first: a wet towel or a wet sponge?

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Predict and Test 9: Will a balloon stick to the wall after rubbing it on your hair?

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Predict and Test 10: How many bounces will a ball make before stopping?

Makes logical predictions from observations (second-grade readiness) ยท Grade 1 & Grade 2

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๐Ÿ“ข Share Your Science

Skill: Communicates scientific information in many ways.

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Share Your Science 1: Labelled Diagram: Volcanoes

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Share Your Science 2: Science Poster: The Water Cycle

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Share Your Science 3: Fact Report: Amazing Octopuses

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Share Your Science 4: Comic Strip: How Seeds Travel

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Share Your Science 5: Bar Graph: Our Moon

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Share Your Science 6: Show-and-Tell Talk: Bats at Night

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Share Your Science 7: Data Table: Rainbows

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Share Your Science 8: Before & After Drawing: Sea Turtles

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Share Your Science 9: Interview Questions: Busy Honeybees

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Share Your Science 10: Science News Report: Penguins

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Frequently asked questions

Why does science matter for second grade?

Properties and states of matter, energy, habitats, the solar system, living things, food chains and doing investigations. Wonder, predict and test โ€” kitchens, gardens and the night sky make great labs.

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What ages are they for?

Grade 1 (ages 6โ€“7) and Grade 2 (ages 7โ€“8).

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