Planetary Science

Investigation 1

Terms in this table:

• “Investigation” is the number of the investigation
• “Materials Concept Code” is a reference number based on the science concepts and processes listed in the Overview section of the teacher’s manual
• “Materials Concept” is the text of the science concept or processes listed in the teacher’s manual
• “Indicator Code” is a reference number based on Cumulative Progress Indicators from the New Jersey Core Curriculum Content Standards (2002)
• “Framework Indicator Text” is the text of the progress indicator; the conceptual “strand” for the indicator is in parentheses

Investigation	Materials Concept Code	Materials Concept	Indicator Code	Framework Indicator Text
01	c01	A map is a representation of a place or area.	5.08.6.D.1	1. Utilize various tools such as map projections and topographical maps to interpret features of Earth's surface. (D. How We Study the Earth)
01	c02	Elevation is the distance above Earth's surface, often measured from sea level.	5.08.6.D.1	1. Utilize various tools such as map projections and topographical maps to interpret features of Earth's surface. (D. How We Study the Earth)
01	c03	Frame of reference is important in describing locations on Earth.	5.08.6.D.1	1. Utilize various tools such as map projections and topographical maps to interpret features of Earth's surface. (D. How We Study the Earth)
01	p01	Observe the schoolyard and draw a map to represent the area.	5.01.8.A.2	2. Communicate experimental findings to others. (A. Habits of Mind)
01	p01	Observe the schoolyard and draw a map to represent the area.	5.01.8.A.3	3. Recognize that the results of scientific investigations are seldom exactly the same and that replication is often necessary. (A. Habits of Mind)
01	p02	Interpret representations of human-made and natural structures in aerial photographs.	5.08.6.D.1	1. Utilize various tools such as map projections and topographical maps to interpret features of Earth's surface. (D. How We Study the Earth)
01	p02	Interpret representations of human-made and natural structures in aerial photographs.	5.08.8.D.1	1. Utilize data gathered from emerging technologies (i.e. geographic information systems (GIS) and global positioning systems (GPS)) to create representations and describe processes of change on the Earth's surface. (D. How We Study the Earth)
01	p03	Relate information from different frames of reference.	5.01.8.B.1	1. Identify questions and make predictions that can be addressed by conducting investigations. (B. Inquiry and Problem Solving)