Skills of Inquiry, Experimentation and Design Goals Grade 5
| Ask questions and make predictions that can be tested. | Select and use appropriate tools and technology (e.g. calculators, computers, balance, scales, meter sticks, graduated cylinder) in order to extend observations. | Keep accurate records while conducting simple experiments or investigations. |
| Conduct multiple trials to test a prediction. Compare the results of an investigation or experiment with the prediction. | Recognize simple patterns in data and use data to create a reasonable explanation for the results of an investigation or experiment. | Record data and communicate findings to others using graphs, charts, maps, models, and oral and written reports. |
Science Toolbox:
Using a Microscope Making a Bar Graph
Using a Calculator Finding an Average
Using a Tape Measure or Ruler Measuring Volume
Using a Thermometer Using a Balance
Using an Equation or Formula Making a Chart to Organize Data
Reading a Circle Graph Making a Line Graph
Measuring Elapsed Time Measurements (metric and customary)