Science
Earth/Space Science Frameworks

ESS3– The origin and evolution of galaxies and the universe demonstrate fundamental principles of physical science across vast distances and time.

1. Size and Scale

 

5-6

7-8

Districts may choose to work on End of Grade 8 standards in grades 5-8.

S:ESS3:8:1.1 Define an astronomical unit as the distance from the Earth to the Sun.

S:ESS3:8:1.2 Explain that special units of measure, such as light years and astronomical units, are used to calculate distances in space.

2. Stars and Galaxies

 

5-6

7-8

Districts may choose to work on End of Grade 8 standards in grades 5-8.

S:ESS3:8:2.1 Describe objects such as asteroids, comets and meteors in terms of their characteristics and movement patterns.

3. Universe

 

5-6

7-8

Districts may choose to work on End of Grade 8 standards in grades 5-8.


S:ESS3:8:3.1 Describe the universe as being comprised of billions of galaxies, each containing many billions of stars; and explain that there are vast distances separating these galaxies and stars from one another and from the Earth.