Original PromptFirst grade STEM year long pacing guide
This resource outlines the yearly learning objectives and units for 1st Grade STEM focusing on Engineering and Physical Science. The curriculum emphasizes the Engineering Design Process (EDP) through various hands-on activities that foster critical thinking and problem-solving skills in young learners. Students engage in activities related to light, sound, life science, and engineering principles, exploring concepts such as plant structures, animal senses, and materials properties. Each unit encourages inquiry-based learning through projects like building towers, creating seed dispersal models, and investigating patterns in the sky. The curriculum is aligned with NGSS standards and incorporates a comprehensive roadmap that spans different seasonal topics, culminating in a design challenge that integrates all learned concepts.