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Science standards used in the 4th R Program
The District provides a fourth grade school recycling program that meets several of the Indiana Academic Standards for Science Education. Our program focuses on teaching students the importance of recycling and encourages students to become better recyclers in their communities. Aspects of the following standards are addressed as students participate in hands-on activities:
4th Grade Standards
- The Nature of Science and Technology
The Scientific Enterprise (4.1.3 & 4.1.4)
Technology and Science (4.1.9)
- Scientific Thinking
Communication Skills (4.2.4)
Critical Response Skills (4.2.6 & 4.2.7)
- The Physical Setting
The Earth & the Processes That Shape It (4.3.2)
Matter and Energy (4.3.11 & 4.3.14)
Forces of Nature (4.3.15)
- The Living Environment
Interdependence of Life and Evolution (4.4.2, 4.4.3, 4.4.4, 4.4.6)
Human Identity (4.4.8)
- The Mathematical World
Reasoning and Uncertainty (4.5.5)
- Common Themes
Systems (4.6.1)
Constancy and Change (4.6.4)
If you need more information about the 4th R program or would like to schedule a classroom visit contact NISWMD at 1-800-777-5462.
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