Scope and Sequence

The Full Option Science System^® bridges research and practice by providing tools and strategies to engage students and teachers in enduring experiences that lead to deeper understanding of the natural and designed world.

The new FOSS Program reflects the national vision described in A Framework for Science Education K-12: Practices, Crosscutting Concepts, and Core Ideas (National Research Council, 2012).

K–6 Scope and Sequence

Full Elementary Program Available Spring 2013

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Grade	Physical Science	Earth Science	Life Science
4-6	Mixtures and Solutions Motion, Force, and Models Energy and Electromagnetism	Weather on Earth Sun, Moon, and Planets Soils, Rocks, and Landforms	Living Systems Environments
3	Measuring Matter	Water	Structures of Life
1-2	Balance and Motion Solids and Liquids	Air and Weather Pebbles, Sand, and Silt	Insects and Plants Plants and Animals
K	Materials in Our World	Trees and Weather	Animals Two by Two