Making Predictions
Students learn to make simple predictions based on observations and prior knowledge.
Key Questions
- Predict what would happen if we changed one thing about our experiment.
- Justify your prediction about what will happen when you mix two colors of playdough.
- Explain how making a prediction helps us learn in science.
Common Core State Standards
Suggested Methodologies
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