NGSS Standards
Physical Science
Course Correlations
Module • Title
Performance Expectations
Disciplinary Core Ideas
Science and Engineering Practices
Crosscutting Concepts
Classifying Matter
MS-PS1-1
PS1.A
4. Analyzing and Interpreting Data
4. Scale, Proportion, and Quantity
Physical Properties
MS-PS1-3, MS-PS1-4
PS1.A
5. Using Mathematics and Computational Thinking 7. Engaging in Argument from Evidence
1. Cause and Effect 2. Structure and Function
Physical Changes
MS-PS1-3, MS-PS1-4
PS1.A
2. Developing and Using Models 4. Analyzing and Interpreting Data
1. Cause and Effect 4. Scale, Proportion, and Quantity
Chemical Properties and Changes
MS-PS1-1, MS-PS1-2, MS-PS1-5
PS1.A, PS1.B
4. Analyzing and Interpreting Data
1. Cause and Effect
PBL: All Things Being Equal
MS-PS1-5
PS1.B
2. Developing and Using Models
6. Energy and Matter
Module 1 • Foundations of Chemistry
PHYSICAL SCIENCE | NGSS • Course Correlations
1
Module 2 • States of Matter Solids, Liquids, and Gases
MS-PS1-1, MS-PS1-4
PS1.A
2. Developing and Using Models
1. Cause and Effect 4. S cale, Proportion, and Quantity
Changes in State
MS-PS1-4
PS1.A, PS3.A
4. Analyzing and Interpreting Data
1. Cause and Effect 6. Energy and Matter
The Behavior of Gases
MS-PS1-4
PS1.A
2. Developing and Using Models 4. Analyzing and Interpreting Data
1. Cause and Effect
PBL: Particles in Motion
MS-PS1-4
PS1.A, PS3.A
2. Developing and Using Models
1. Cause and Effect
Discovering Parts of an Atom
MS-PS1-3
PS1.A
3. Planning and Carrying Out Investigations 4. Analyzing and Interpreting Data
2. Structure and Function
Protons, Neutrons, and Electrons— How Atoms Differ
MS-PS1-3
PS1.A
2. Developing and Using Models
2. Structure and Function
PBL: Small But Mighty
MS-PS1-3
PS1.A
2. Developing and Using Models
3. Systems and System Models
MS-PS1-3
PS1-A
2. Developing and Using Models 4. A nalyzing and Interpreting Data
7. Patterns
Module 3 • Understanding the Atom
Module 4 • The Periodic Table Using the Periodic Table
2
NGSS • Course Correlations | PHYSICAL SCIENCE
Metals
MS-PS1-3
PS1.A
3. P lanning and Carrying Out Investigations
7. Patterns
Nonmetals and Metalloids
MS-PS1-2, MS-PS1-3
PS1.A
4. A nalyzing and Interpreting Data 7. Engaging in Argument from Evidence
7. Patterns
PBL: The Great Metal Pick-Up Machine
MS-PS1-2, MS-PS2-3, MS-ETS1-3
PS1.A, PS2.B, ETS1.B
1. Asking Questions and Defining Problems 3. Planning and Carrying Out Investigations
1. Cause and Effect
Module 5 • Elements and Chemical Bonds Electrons and Energy Levels
MS-PS1-1
PS1.A
2. Developing and Using Models 3. Planning and Carrying Out Investigations
4. Scale, Proportion, and Quantity
Molecules, Chemical Formulas, and Covalent Bonds
MS-PS1-1, MS-PS1-2, MS-PS1-3, MS-PS1-5
PS1.B
2. Developing and Using Models
4. Scale, Proportion, and Quantity 7. Patterns
Ionic and Metallic Bonds
MS-PS1-1
PS1.A
6. Constructing Explanations and Designing Solutions
2. Structure and Function
PBL: A Tale of Two Changes
MS-PS1-2
PS1.A, PS1.B
4. Analyzing and Interpreting Data
1. Cause and Effect 7. Patterns
MS-PS1-1
PS1.A
2. D eveloping and Using Models 3. Planning and Carrying Out Investigations
2. Structure and Function 7. Patterns
Module 6 • Carbon Chemistry Elemental Carbon and Simple Organic Molecules
PHYSICAL SCIENCE | NGSS • Course Correlations
3
Other Organic Molecules
MS-PS1-2
PS1.A
2. Developing and Using Models 3. Planning and Carrying Out Investigations 4. Analyzing and Interpreting Data
1. Cause and Effect 5. Stability and Change
Molecules of Life
MS-PS1-3
PS1.A
2. Developing and Using Models 3. Planning and Carrying Out Investigations 4. Analyzing and Interpreting Data 7. Engaging in Argument from Evidence
2. Structure and Function 7. Patterns
PBL: Model Molecules
MS-PS1-1
PS1.A
2. Developing and Using Models 3. Planning and Carrying out Investigations
4. Scale, Proportion, and Quantity
Module 7 • Chemical Reactions and Equations
4
Understanding Chemical Reactions
MS-PS1-1, MS-PS1-2, MS-PS1-3, MS-PS1-5
PS1.A, PS1.B
4. Analyzing and Interpreting Data
2. S tructure and Function 4. Scale, Proportion, and Quantity 7. Patterns
Types of Chemical Reactions
MS-PS1-1, MS-PS1-2, MS-PS1-3, MS-PS1-5
PS1.A, PS1.B
2. Developing and Using Models
2. Structure and Function 4. Scale, Proportion, and Quantity 7. Patterns
NGSS • Course Correlations | PHYSICAL SCIENCE
Energy Changes and Chemical Reactions
MS-PS1-6
PS1.B
8. Obtaining, Evaluating, and Communicating Information
6. Energy and Matter
PBL: Protect Your Noggin
MS-PS1-3, ETS1-2
PS1.A, PS1.B
8. Obtaining, Evaluating, and Communicating Information
2. Structure and Function
Module 8 • Mixtures, Solubility, and Acid/Base Solutions Substances and Mixtures
MS-PS1-1
PS1.A
1. Asking Questions and Defining Problems 6. Constructing Explanations and Designing Solutions
1. Cause and Effect 2. Structure and Function
Properties of Solutions
MS-PS1-1
PS1.A
4. A nalyzing and Interpreting Data
1. Cause and Effect
Acid and Base Solutions
MS-PS1-1
PS1.A
4. Analyzing and Interpreting Data
1. Cause and Effect
PBL: Let the Games Begin!
MS-PS1-1, MS-PS1-3
PS1.A
2. Developing and Using Models
3. Systems and System Models
Position and Motion
MS-PS2-2
PS2.A
3. Planning and Carrying Out Investigations
1. Cause and Effect 5. Stability and Change
Speed and Velocity
MS-PS2-2
PS2.A
2. D eveloping and Using Models 5. U sing Mathematics and Computational Thinking
1. Cause and Effect
Module 9 • Describing Motion
PHYSICAL SCIENCE | NGSS • Course Correlations
5
Acceleration
MS-PS2-2
PS2.A
4. Analyzing and Interpreting Data 5. U sing Mathematics and Computational Thinking
5. Stability and Change
PBL: Putting the Shot in Motion
MS-PS2-2
PS2.A
2. D eveloping and Using Models
5. Stability and Change
Gravity and Friction
MS-PS2-2, MS-PS2-4
PS2.A, PS2.B
2. Developing and Using Models 3. P lanning and Carrying Out Investigations 6. C onstructing Explanations and Designing Solutions
1. Cause and Effect 6. Energy and Matter
Newton's First Law
MS-PS2-2, MS-PS2-5
PS2.A, PS2.B
2. Developing and Using Models 3. P lanning and Carrying Out Investigations
1. Cause and Effect 3. Developing and Using Models
Newton's Second Law
MS-PS2-2
PS2.A
2. Developing and Using Models 3. P lanning and Carrying Out Investigations
1. Cause and Effect
Module 10 • The Laws of Motion
6
NGSS • Course Correlations | PHYSICAL SCIENCE
Newton's Third Law
MS-PS2-1
PS2.A
2. Developing and Using Models 3. Planning and Carrying Out Investigations 4. Analyzing and Interpreting Data 6. Constructing Explanations and Designing Solutions
3. Developing and Using Models 6. Energy and Matter
PBL: Cracking Up
MS-PS1-1, MS-ETS1-1
PS2.A, ETS1.B
2. Developing and Using Models 6. Constructing Explanations and Designing Solutions
3. Systems and System Models
Electric Charges and Electric Forces
MS-PS2-3, MS-PS2-5
PS2.B
2. Developing and Using Models 3. Planning and Carrying Out Investigations
1. Cause and Effect 3. Systems and System Models
Electric Current and Electric Circuits
MS-PS2-3, MS-PS2-5
PS2.B
2. Developing and Using Models 3. Planning and Carrying Out Investigations 8. Obtaining, Evaluating, and Communicating Information
1. Cause and Effect 3. Systems and System Models
Module 11 • Electricity and Magnetism
PHYSICAL SCIENCE | NGSS • Course Correlations
7
Magnetism
MS-PS2-3, MS-PS2-5
PS2.B
1. Asking Questions and Defining Problems 2. Developing and Using Models 3. Planning and Carrying Out Investigations
1. Cause and Effect 3. Systems and System Models
PBL: Hands Off!
MS-PS2-5, MS-ETS1-2
PS2.B, ETS1.B, ETS1.C
3. Planning and Carrying Out Investigations
1. Cause and Effect
Work and Power
MS-PS3-2
PS3.C
1. Asking Questions and Defining Problems 4. Analyzing and Interpreting Data 5. Using Mathematics and Computational Thinking
3. Systems and System Models
Using Machines
MS-PS3-2
PS3.C
4. A nalyzing and Interpreting Data 5. Using Mathematics and Computational Thinking 8. O btaining, Evaluating, and Communicating Information
1. Cause and Effect 5. Stability and Change
Simple Machines
MS-PS2-1, EST1-3
PS2.A, ETS1.C
8. O btaining, Evaluating, and Communicating Information
3. Systems and System Models
PBL: Physics Day at the Amusement Park
MS-PS3-2
PS3.A, PS3.C
2. Developing and Using Models
3. Systems and System Models
Module 12 • Work and Simple Machines
8
NGSS • Course Correlations | PHYSICAL SCIENCE
Module 13 • Energy Forms of Energy
MS-PS3-1, MS-PS3-2
PS3.A
6. C onstructing Explanations and Designing Solutions
6. Energy and Matter
Energy Transformations
MS-PS3-1, MS-PS3-2, MS-PS3-5
PS3.A, PS3.B
6. Constructing Explanations and Designing Solutions 7. E ngaging in Argument from Evidence
6. Energy and Matter
PBL: Tearin' It Up!
MS-PS2-5
PS3.B
7. E ngaging in argument from evidence
6. Energy and Matter
Thermal Energy, Temperature, and Heat
MS-PS1-4, MS-PS3-3, MS-PS3-4
PS3.A, PS3.B
3. Planning and Carrying Out Investigations 5. Using Mathematics and Computational Thinking
2. Structure and Function 4. Scale, Proportion, and Quantity
Thermal Energy Transfers
MS-PS3-3, MS-PS3-4
PS3.B
6. Constructing Explanations and Designing Solutions 8. Obtaining, Evaluating, and Communicating Information
1. Cause and Effect 2. Structure and Function
Module 14 • Thermal Energy
PHYSICAL SCIENCE | NGSS • Course Correlations
9
Using Thermal Energy
MS-PS3-3, MS-PS3-4
PS3.A, PS3.B
1. Asking Questions and Defining Problems 4. Analyzing and Interpreting Data 6. Constructing Explanations and Designing Solutions 7. Engaging in Argument from Evidence
4. Scale, Proportion, and Quantity 6. Energy and Matter
PBL: Cookin' with the Sun
MS-PS3-3, MS-ETS1-1
PS3.A, PS3.B, EST1.A, ETS1.B
6. C onstructing Explanations and Designing Solutions
6. Energy and Matter
What are waves?
MS-PS4-2
PS3.A, PS3.B
1. Asking Questions and Defining Problems 2. Developing and Using Models 3. Planning and Carrying Out Investigations
2. Structure and Function 7. Patterns
Wave Properties
MS-PS4-2
PS4.A
2. Developing and Using Models 4. Analyzing and Interpreting Data 5. Using Mathematics and Computational Thinking
2. Structure and Function 7. Patterns
Module 15 • Waves
10
NGSS • Course Correlations | PHYSICAL SCIENCE
Wave Interactions
MS-PS4-2
PS4.B
2. D eveloping and Using Models 6. Constructing Explanations and Designing Solutions 8. Obtaining, Evaluating, and Communicating Information
2. Structure and Function 7. Patterns
PBL: Don't Make Waves!
MS-PS4-1
PS4.A
1. Asking Questions and Defining Problems
2. Structure and Function
Producing and Detecting Sound
MS-PS4-2
PS4.A
4. Analyzing and Interpreting Data 7. Engaging in Argument from Evidence
2. Structure and Function 6. Energy and Matter 7. Patterns
Properties of Sound Waves
MS-PS4-1
PS4.A
6. C onstructing Explanations and Designing Solutions 7. Engaging in Argument from Evidence
1. Cause and Effect 7. Patterns
Using Sound Waves
MS-PS4-1, MS-PS4-2
PS4.A
5. Using Mathematics and Computational Thinking 7. E ngaging in Argument from Evidence
2. Structure and Function 7. Patterns
PBL: Build a Better Room
MS-PS4-2
PS4.A
2. D eveloping and Using Models
7. Patterns
Module 16 • Sound
PHYSICAL SCIENCE | NGSS • Course Correlations
11
Module 17 • Electromagnetic Waves Electromagnetic Radiation
MS-PS4-2
PS4.B
7. Engaging in Argument from Evidence 8. Obtaining,Evaluating, and Communicating Information
2. Structure and Function
The Electromagnetic Spectrum
MS-PS4-2
PS4.B
5. Using Mathematics and Computational Thinking 7. E ngaging in Argument from Evidence
2. Structure and Function
Using Electromagnetic Waves
MS-PS4-3
PS4.C
8. Obtaining, Evaluating, and Communicating Information
2. Structure and Function
PBL: Out with the Old, In with the New
MS-PS4-2
PS4.B
8. Obtaining, Evaluating, and Communicating Information
2. Structure and Function
Light, Matter, and Color
MS-PS4-2
PS4.B
2. Developing and Using Models 7. Engaging in Argument from Evidence
2. Structure and Function
Reflection and Mirrors
MS-PS4-2
PS4.B
2. D eveloping and Using Models 3. Planning and Carrying Out Investigations 6. Constructing Explanations and Designing Solutions
1. Cause and Effect 3. Systems and System Models 7. Patterns
Module 18 • Light
12
NGSS • Course Correlations | PHYSICAL SCIENCE
Refraction and Lenses
MS-PS4-2
PS4.B
2. Developing and Using Models 3. Planning and Carrying Out Investigations
1. Cause and Effect 3. S ystems and System Models 7. Patterns
Optical Technology
MS-PS4-2
PS4.B
3. Planning and Carrying Out Investigations 6. Constructing Explanations and Designing Solutions 8. Obtaining, Evaluating, and Communicating Information
7. Patterns
PBL: A Closer Look
MS-ETS1-4
ETS1.B, ETS1.C
2. Developing and Using Models
1. Cause and Effect 2. Structure and Function
PHYSICAL SCIENCE | NGSS • Course Correlations
13
Course Correlations
Module • Title
Performance Expectations
Disciplinary Core Ideas
Science and Engineering Practices
Crosscutting Concepts
Classifying Matter
MS-PS1-1
PS1.A
4. Analyzing and Interpreting Data
4. Scale, Proportion, and Quantity
Physical Properties
MS-PS1-3, MS-PS1-4
PS1.A
5. Using Mathematics and Computational Thinking 7. Engaging in Argument from Evidence
1. Cause and Effect 2. Structure and Function
Physical Changes
MS-PS1-3, MS-PS1-4
PS1.A
2. Developing and Using Models 4. Analyzing and Interpreting Data
1. Cause and Effect 4. Scale, Proportion, and Quantity
Chemical Properties and Changes
MS-PS1-1, MS-PS1-2, MS-PS1-5
PS1.A, PS1.B
4. Analyzing and Interpreting Data
1. Cause and Effect
PBL: All Things Being Equal
MS-PS1-5
PS1.B
2. Developing and Using Models
6. Energy and Matter
Module 1 • Foundations of Chemistry
PHYSICAL SCIENCE | NGSS • Course Correlations
1
Module 2 • States of Matter Solids, Liquids, and Gases
MS-PS1-1, MS-PS1-4
PS1.A
2. Developing and Using Models
1. Cause and Effect 4. S cale, Proportion, and Quantity
Changes in State
MS-PS1-4
PS1.A, PS3.A
4. Analyzing and Interpreting Data
1. Cause and Effect 6. Energy and Matter
The Behavior of Gases
MS-PS1-4
PS1.A
2. Developing and Using Models 4. Analyzing and Interpreting Data
1. Cause and Effect
PBL: Particles in Motion
MS-PS1-4
PS1.A, PS3.A
2. Developing and Using Models
1. Cause and Effect
Discovering Parts of an Atom
MS-PS1-3
PS1.A
3. Planning and Carrying Out Investigations 4. Analyzing and Interpreting Data
2. Structure and Function
Protons, Neutrons, and Electrons— How Atoms Differ
MS-PS1-3
PS1.A
2. Developing and Using Models
2. Structure and Function
PBL: Small But Mighty
MS-PS1-3
PS1.A
2. Developing and Using Models
3. Systems and System Models
MS-PS1-3
PS1-A
2. Developing and Using Models 4. A nalyzing and Interpreting Data
7. Patterns
Module 3 • Understanding the Atom
Module 4 • The Periodic Table Using the Periodic Table
2
NGSS • Course Correlations | PHYSICAL SCIENCE
Metals
MS-PS1-3
PS1.A
3. P lanning and Carrying Out Investigations
7. Patterns
Nonmetals and Metalloids
MS-PS1-2, MS-PS1-3
PS1.A
4. A nalyzing and Interpreting Data 7. Engaging in Argument from Evidence
7. Patterns
PBL: The Great Metal Pick-Up Machine
MS-PS1-2, MS-PS2-3, MS-ETS1-3
PS1.A, PS2.B, ETS1.B
1. Asking Questions and Defining Problems 3. Planning and Carrying Out Investigations
1. Cause and Effect
Module 5 • Elements and Chemical Bonds Electrons and Energy Levels
MS-PS1-1
PS1.A
2. Developing and Using Models 3. Planning and Carrying Out Investigations
4. Scale, Proportion, and Quantity
Molecules, Chemical Formulas, and Covalent Bonds
MS-PS1-1, MS-PS1-2, MS-PS1-3, MS-PS1-5
PS1.B
2. Developing and Using Models
4. Scale, Proportion, and Quantity 7. Patterns
Ionic and Metallic Bonds
MS-PS1-1
PS1.A
6. Constructing Explanations and Designing Solutions
2. Structure and Function
PBL: A Tale of Two Changes
MS-PS1-2
PS1.A, PS1.B
4. Analyzing and Interpreting Data
1. Cause and Effect 7. Patterns
MS-PS1-1
PS1.A
2. D eveloping and Using Models 3. Planning and Carrying Out Investigations
2. Structure and Function 7. Patterns
Module 6 • Carbon Chemistry Elemental Carbon and Simple Organic Molecules
PHYSICAL SCIENCE | NGSS • Course Correlations
3
Other Organic Molecules
MS-PS1-2
PS1.A
2. Developing and Using Models 3. Planning and Carrying Out Investigations 4. Analyzing and Interpreting Data
1. Cause and Effect 5. Stability and Change
Molecules of Life
MS-PS1-3
PS1.A
2. Developing and Using Models 3. Planning and Carrying Out Investigations 4. Analyzing and Interpreting Data 7. Engaging in Argument from Evidence
2. Structure and Function 7. Patterns
PBL: Model Molecules
MS-PS1-1
PS1.A
2. Developing and Using Models 3. Planning and Carrying out Investigations
4. Scale, Proportion, and Quantity
Module 7 • Chemical Reactions and Equations
4
Understanding Chemical Reactions
MS-PS1-1, MS-PS1-2, MS-PS1-3, MS-PS1-5
PS1.A, PS1.B
4. Analyzing and Interpreting Data
2. S tructure and Function 4. Scale, Proportion, and Quantity 7. Patterns
Types of Chemical Reactions
MS-PS1-1, MS-PS1-2, MS-PS1-3, MS-PS1-5
PS1.A, PS1.B
2. Developing and Using Models
2. Structure and Function 4. Scale, Proportion, and Quantity 7. Patterns
NGSS • Course Correlations | PHYSICAL SCIENCE
Energy Changes and Chemical Reactions
MS-PS1-6
PS1.B
8. Obtaining, Evaluating, and Communicating Information
6. Energy and Matter
PBL: Protect Your Noggin
MS-PS1-3, ETS1-2
PS1.A, PS1.B
8. Obtaining, Evaluating, and Communicating Information
2. Structure and Function
Module 8 • Mixtures, Solubility, and Acid/Base Solutions Substances and Mixtures
MS-PS1-1
PS1.A
1. Asking Questions and Defining Problems 6. Constructing Explanations and Designing Solutions
1. Cause and Effect 2. Structure and Function
Properties of Solutions
MS-PS1-1
PS1.A
4. A nalyzing and Interpreting Data
1. Cause and Effect
Acid and Base Solutions
MS-PS1-1
PS1.A
4. Analyzing and Interpreting Data
1. Cause and Effect
PBL: Let the Games Begin!
MS-PS1-1, MS-PS1-3
PS1.A
2. Developing and Using Models
3. Systems and System Models
Position and Motion
MS-PS2-2
PS2.A
3. Planning and Carrying Out Investigations
1. Cause and Effect 5. Stability and Change
Speed and Velocity
MS-PS2-2
PS2.A
2. D eveloping and Using Models 5. U sing Mathematics and Computational Thinking
1. Cause and Effect
Module 9 • Describing Motion
PHYSICAL SCIENCE | NGSS • Course Correlations
5
Acceleration
MS-PS2-2
PS2.A
4. Analyzing and Interpreting Data 5. U sing Mathematics and Computational Thinking
5. Stability and Change
PBL: Putting the Shot in Motion
MS-PS2-2
PS2.A
2. D eveloping and Using Models
5. Stability and Change
Gravity and Friction
MS-PS2-2, MS-PS2-4
PS2.A, PS2.B
2. Developing and Using Models 3. P lanning and Carrying Out Investigations 6. C onstructing Explanations and Designing Solutions
1. Cause and Effect 6. Energy and Matter
Newton's First Law
MS-PS2-2, MS-PS2-5
PS2.A, PS2.B
2. Developing and Using Models 3. P lanning and Carrying Out Investigations
1. Cause and Effect 3. Developing and Using Models
Newton's Second Law
MS-PS2-2
PS2.A
2. Developing and Using Models 3. P lanning and Carrying Out Investigations
1. Cause and Effect
Module 10 • The Laws of Motion
6
NGSS • Course Correlations | PHYSICAL SCIENCE
Newton's Third Law
MS-PS2-1
PS2.A
2. Developing and Using Models 3. Planning and Carrying Out Investigations 4. Analyzing and Interpreting Data 6. Constructing Explanations and Designing Solutions
3. Developing and Using Models 6. Energy and Matter
PBL: Cracking Up
MS-PS1-1, MS-ETS1-1
PS2.A, ETS1.B
2. Developing and Using Models 6. Constructing Explanations and Designing Solutions
3. Systems and System Models
Electric Charges and Electric Forces
MS-PS2-3, MS-PS2-5
PS2.B
2. Developing and Using Models 3. Planning and Carrying Out Investigations
1. Cause and Effect 3. Systems and System Models
Electric Current and Electric Circuits
MS-PS2-3, MS-PS2-5
PS2.B
2. Developing and Using Models 3. Planning and Carrying Out Investigations 8. Obtaining, Evaluating, and Communicating Information
1. Cause and Effect 3. Systems and System Models
Module 11 • Electricity and Magnetism
PHYSICAL SCIENCE | NGSS • Course Correlations
7
Magnetism
MS-PS2-3, MS-PS2-5
PS2.B
1. Asking Questions and Defining Problems 2. Developing and Using Models 3. Planning and Carrying Out Investigations
1. Cause and Effect 3. Systems and System Models
PBL: Hands Off!
MS-PS2-5, MS-ETS1-2
PS2.B, ETS1.B, ETS1.C
3. Planning and Carrying Out Investigations
1. Cause and Effect
Work and Power
MS-PS3-2
PS3.C
1. Asking Questions and Defining Problems 4. Analyzing and Interpreting Data 5. Using Mathematics and Computational Thinking
3. Systems and System Models
Using Machines
MS-PS3-2
PS3.C
4. A nalyzing and Interpreting Data 5. Using Mathematics and Computational Thinking 8. O btaining, Evaluating, and Communicating Information
1. Cause and Effect 5. Stability and Change
Simple Machines
MS-PS2-1, EST1-3
PS2.A, ETS1.C
8. O btaining, Evaluating, and Communicating Information
3. Systems and System Models
PBL: Physics Day at the Amusement Park
MS-PS3-2
PS3.A, PS3.C
2. Developing and Using Models
3. Systems and System Models
Module 12 • Work and Simple Machines
8
NGSS • Course Correlations | PHYSICAL SCIENCE
Module 13 • Energy Forms of Energy
MS-PS3-1, MS-PS3-2
PS3.A
6. C onstructing Explanations and Designing Solutions
6. Energy and Matter
Energy Transformations
MS-PS3-1, MS-PS3-2, MS-PS3-5
PS3.A, PS3.B
6. Constructing Explanations and Designing Solutions 7. E ngaging in Argument from Evidence
6. Energy and Matter
PBL: Tearin' It Up!
MS-PS2-5
PS3.B
7. E ngaging in argument from evidence
6. Energy and Matter
Thermal Energy, Temperature, and Heat
MS-PS1-4, MS-PS3-3, MS-PS3-4
PS3.A, PS3.B
3. Planning and Carrying Out Investigations 5. Using Mathematics and Computational Thinking
2. Structure and Function 4. Scale, Proportion, and Quantity
Thermal Energy Transfers
MS-PS3-3, MS-PS3-4
PS3.B
6. Constructing Explanations and Designing Solutions 8. Obtaining, Evaluating, and Communicating Information
1. Cause and Effect 2. Structure and Function
Module 14 • Thermal Energy
PHYSICAL SCIENCE | NGSS • Course Correlations
9
Using Thermal Energy
MS-PS3-3, MS-PS3-4
PS3.A, PS3.B
1. Asking Questions and Defining Problems 4. Analyzing and Interpreting Data 6. Constructing Explanations and Designing Solutions 7. Engaging in Argument from Evidence
4. Scale, Proportion, and Quantity 6. Energy and Matter
PBL: Cookin' with the Sun
MS-PS3-3, MS-ETS1-1
PS3.A, PS3.B, EST1.A, ETS1.B
6. C onstructing Explanations and Designing Solutions
6. Energy and Matter
What are waves?
MS-PS4-2
PS3.A, PS3.B
1. Asking Questions and Defining Problems 2. Developing and Using Models 3. Planning and Carrying Out Investigations
2. Structure and Function 7. Patterns
Wave Properties
MS-PS4-2
PS4.A
2. Developing and Using Models 4. Analyzing and Interpreting Data 5. Using Mathematics and Computational Thinking
2. Structure and Function 7. Patterns
Module 15 • Waves
10
NGSS • Course Correlations | PHYSICAL SCIENCE
Wave Interactions
MS-PS4-2
PS4.B
2. D eveloping and Using Models 6. Constructing Explanations and Designing Solutions 8. Obtaining, Evaluating, and Communicating Information
2. Structure and Function 7. Patterns
PBL: Don't Make Waves!
MS-PS4-1
PS4.A
1. Asking Questions and Defining Problems
2. Structure and Function
Producing and Detecting Sound
MS-PS4-2
PS4.A
4. Analyzing and Interpreting Data 7. Engaging in Argument from Evidence
2. Structure and Function 6. Energy and Matter 7. Patterns
Properties of Sound Waves
MS-PS4-1
PS4.A
6. C onstructing Explanations and Designing Solutions 7. Engaging in Argument from Evidence
1. Cause and Effect 7. Patterns
Using Sound Waves
MS-PS4-1, MS-PS4-2
PS4.A
5. Using Mathematics and Computational Thinking 7. E ngaging in Argument from Evidence
2. Structure and Function 7. Patterns
PBL: Build a Better Room
MS-PS4-2
PS4.A
2. D eveloping and Using Models
7. Patterns
Module 16 • Sound
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Module 17 • Electromagnetic Waves Electromagnetic Radiation
MS-PS4-2
PS4.B
7. Engaging in Argument from Evidence 8. Obtaining,Evaluating, and Communicating Information
2. Structure and Function
The Electromagnetic Spectrum
MS-PS4-2
PS4.B
5. Using Mathematics and Computational Thinking 7. E ngaging in Argument from Evidence
2. Structure and Function
Using Electromagnetic Waves
MS-PS4-3
PS4.C
8. Obtaining, Evaluating, and Communicating Information
2. Structure and Function
PBL: Out with the Old, In with the New
MS-PS4-2
PS4.B
8. Obtaining, Evaluating, and Communicating Information
2. Structure and Function
Light, Matter, and Color
MS-PS4-2
PS4.B
2. Developing and Using Models 7. Engaging in Argument from Evidence
2. Structure and Function
Reflection and Mirrors
MS-PS4-2
PS4.B
2. D eveloping and Using Models 3. Planning and Carrying Out Investigations 6. Constructing Explanations and Designing Solutions
1. Cause and Effect 3. Systems and System Models 7. Patterns
Module 18 • Light
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Refraction and Lenses
MS-PS4-2
PS4.B
2. Developing and Using Models 3. Planning and Carrying Out Investigations
1. Cause and Effect 3. S ystems and System Models 7. Patterns
Optical Technology
MS-PS4-2
PS4.B
3. Planning and Carrying Out Investigations 6. Constructing Explanations and Designing Solutions 8. Obtaining, Evaluating, and Communicating Information
7. Patterns
PBL: A Closer Look
MS-ETS1-4
ETS1.B, ETS1.C
2. Developing and Using Models
1. Cause and Effect 2. Structure and Function
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