Washington State Science EALR's
EALR 1.2.5: Components and Patterns of Earth Systems
Fifth Grade: Know that the Earth is one of several planets that orbit the Sun, and that the Moon orbits Earth (as seen from Earth).
Eighth Grade: Understand the relationships among the components of the solar system including the Sun, Earth, the Moon, asteroids, comets, the other planets and their moons.
Tenth Grade: Understand that the solar system is in a galaxy in a universe composed of an immense number of stars and other celestial bodies.
EALR 1.3.7: Interaction in the Solar System and Beyond (Universe)
Fifth Grade: Know the movement patterns of Earth and the Moon in relation to each other and to the Sun.
Eighth Grade: Understand how the regular and predictable motions of planets and moon n the solar system account for planetary phenomena including days, years, seasons, eclipses and phases of moons.
Tenth Grade: Understand how stars, solar systems, galaxies and the universe were formed, and how these systems are continuing to evolve.
EALR 3.2.3: Careers and Occupations Using Science, Mathematics, and Technology
Fifth Grade: Understand how knowledge and skills of science, mathematics, and technology are used in common occupations.
Eighth Grade: Analyze the use of science, mathematics, and technology within occupational/career areas of interest.
Tenth Grade: Analyze the scientific, mathematical and technological knowledge, training, and experience needed for occupational/career areas of interest.