Content Standard: G. The Universe
Students will gain knowledge about the universe and how humans have learned about it, and about the principles upon which it operates.
Common Assessment(s):

Performance Indicators Students will be able to:	Essential Elements (Specific grade level learning objectives)	Suggested Performance Activities	Suggested Classroom Assessments	Vocabulary
1. Explain the cycles of day/night and of seasons.	Students will know the seasons, know what a life cycle is, understand the difference between day and night and know the difference between the sun and the planets.	Model and role play the earth going around the sun. McGraw-Hill Science: Ch. 3, Topic 4, PP. 70-73 Four students hold up names of the seasons and the rest of the class puts them in order. Change starting season. What Makes Day and Night by Franklyn Branley. Read other legends about the sun, day and night and seasons. Maine LAD: In the Sky	Draw yourself in each of the four seasons in order on a long strip of paper, starting with any season. Draw yourself in morning, noon, sunset and night.	Seasons Role play Earth Cycles Day Night Spring Summer Fall Winter Explain Legends Morning Noon Sunset