Field Trips
What better way to bring the classroom to life then by incorporating a field trip to the Northeast Texas Children's Museum. Northeast Texas Children's Museum is pleased to inform educators that our exhibits have been aligned with the Texas Essential Knowledge Skills (TEKS) program (list of exhibit specific TEKS follows). Sign up for a special workshop to supplement your visit, or double the fun with a joint trip to the museum and to Texas A & M's Planetarium. (We offer special rates for joint field trips that include the planetarium.)
Field trip rates to the museum are $4 per child; teachers and aides are free; accompanying parents or guardians are $2 each. NETXCM is happy to work with schools to adjust rates for Head Start students or other students in need.
Call to book your trip today at 903-886-6055 or e-mail your reservation or any questions to marypaz, Executive Director.
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On loan from the Southwest Dairy Museum is a life sized cow that teaches children about the digestive system of a milk cow as well as how milk is produced.
K.1.A. Student determines the purpose for listening such as to get information, to solve problems, and to enjoy and appreciate. (K-3)
K.1.D. Listen critically to interpret and evaluate.
K.2.A connect experiences and ideas through speaking and listening
K.3.C ask and answer relevant questions and make contributions in small or large group discussions.
K.4.B use vocabulary to describe clearly ideas, feelings, and experiences.
K.4.C clarify and support spoken messages using appropriate props such as objects, pictures or charts.
K.4.D Retell a spoken message by summarizing or clarifying
K.8.A Discuss meaning of words and develop vocabulary through meaningful/concrete experiences.
K.9.B Establish purposes for reading and listening such as to be informed, to follow directions , and to be entertained.
K.12.A Identify relevant questions for inquiry such as “why did knights wear armor?”
K.12.C Draw conclusions from information gathered.
K.7.A Describe one object in relation to another using informal language such as over, under, above, and below
K.8.A Describe and identify an object by its attributes using formal language
K.15 reason and support his or her thinking using objects, pictures, numbers, and technology
K.2.A Ask questions about organisms, objects and events
K.5.A Describe properties of objects and characteristics of organisms.
K.6.C Record observations about parts of animals including wings, feet, heads and tails.
K.9.A Identify basic needs of living organisms
K.9.C Identify ways that the Earth can provide resources for life
K.1.B Identify types of foods that help the body grow such as healthy breakfast foods and snacks
This exhibit is a small grocery store with plastic vegetables, cans, and boxes, complete with grocery carts and check out stands. Provides an everyday environment in which the children live and need to be functional. This exhibit provides the children the opportunity to learn about meal preparation, math skills, and budgeting.
K.1.B respond appropriately and courteously to directions and questions
K.2.A connect experiences and ideas through speaking and listening
K.3.B use verbal and nonverbal communication in effective ways when making announcements, giving directions, or making introductions.
K.3.E gain increasing control of grammar when speaking such as using subject-verb agreement, complete sentences and correct tense.
K.4.B use vocabulary to describe clearly ideas, feelings and experiences.
K.4.C clarify and support spoken messages using appropriate props such as objects, pictures and charts.
K.5.A recognize that print represents spoken language and conveys meaning such as his/her own name and signs such as exit and danger.
K.5.G understands that spoken words are represented in written language by specific sequences of letters.
K.7.A name and identify each letter of the alphabet
K.7.B understands that written words are composed of letters that represent sounds
K.8.C identify words that name persons, places, or things and words that name actions
K.9.B establish purposes for reading or listening such as to be informed, to follow directions, and to be entertained
K.11.A distinguish different forms of texts such as lists, newsletters, and signs, and the function they serve.
K.12.B use pictures, print and people to gather information and answer questions.
K.13.A connect his/her own experiences with the life experiences, language customs, and culture of others.
K.1.A use one-to-one correspondence and language such as more than, same number as, or two less than to describe relative sizes of sets of concrete objects.
K.1.B use sets of concrete objects to represent quantities given in verbal or written form.
K.1.C use numbers to describe how many objects are in a set.
K.2.A use language such as before or after to describe relative positions in a sequence of events or objects.
K.2.B name the ordinal positions in a sequence such as first, second, third, etc.
K.4 model and create addition and subtraction problems in real situations with concreteobjects.
K.5 identify, extend and create patterns of sounds, physical movements, and concrete objects.
K.6 count by ones to 100.
K.7.A describe one object in relations to another using informal language such as over, under, above and below.
K.7.B place an object in a specified position
K.8.A describe and identify an object by its attributes using informal language
K.8.B compare two objects based on their attributes
K.8.C sort objects according to their attributes and describe how these groups are formed.
K.9.A describe and compare real-life objects or models of solids
K.9.B recognize shapes in real-life objects or models of solids
K.9.C describe, identify and compare circles, triangles and rectangles including squares.
K.10.A compare and order two or three concrete objects according to length, capacity, or weight
K.10.B find concrete objects that are about the same as, less than or greater than a given object according to length, capacity, or weight.
K.13.A identify mathematics in everyday situations
K.1.B learn how to use and conserve resources and materials
K.4.B make observations using tools including hand lenses, balances, cups, bowls, and computers
K.6.A sort organisms and objects into groups according to their parts and describe how the groups are formed.
K.9.A identify basic needs of living organisms
K.9.B give examples of how living organisms depend on one another,
K.9.C identify ways that the Earth can provide resources for life
K.6.B explain how basic human needs of food, clothing and shelter can be met
K.7.A identify jobs in the home, school, and community
K.7.B explain why people have jobs
K.13.B describe how technology helps accomplish as specific task.
K.14.A describe how his/her life might be different without modern technology
K.14.B lists ways in which technology meets peoples needs.
K.1.B identify types of foods that help the body grow such as healthy foods and snacks
K.3.B plan a healthy mean and or snack
This exhibit houses the essential items needed for a mock trial. Children can participate in the role of judge, witness, lawyer or jury. The exhibit is best utilized with a mock trial script we have purchased from the American Bar Association,or with a script prepared by the teacher and students..
K.1.A determine the purpose for listening such as to get information, to solve problems and to enjoy and appreciate
K.1.B respond appropriately and courteously to directions and questions
K.1.D. Listen critically to interpret and evaluate.
K.2.A connects experiences and ideas with those of others through speaking and listening
K.2.B compare language and oral traditions that reflect customs, regions and cultures
K.3.A choose and adapt spoken language appropriate to the audience, purpose, and occasion, including the use of appropriate volume and rate
K.3.B use verbal and nonverbal communication in effective ways when making announcements, giving directions, or making introductions.
K.3.C ask and answer relevant questions and make contributions in small or large group discussions.
K.3.D present dramatic interpretations of experiences, stories, poems or plays.
K.3.E gain increasing control of grammar when speaking such as using subject-verb agreement, complete sentences and correct tense
K.4.B use vocabulary to describe clearly ideas, feelings, and experiences.
K.4.C clarify and support spoken messages using appropriate props such as objects, pictures and charts
K.4.D Retell a spoken message by summarizing or clarifying
K.8.A discuss meanings of words and develop vocabulary through meaningful concrete experiences
K.8.B develop vocabulary by listening to and discussing both familiar and conceptually challenging selections read aloud
K.8.C identify words that name persons, places, things and words that name actions.
K.9.B establish purposes for reading or listening such as to be informed, to follow directions, and to be entertained
K.9.C retell or act out the order of important events in stories
K.12.A identify relevant questions for inquiry such as “Why did knights wear armor?”
K.12.C draw conclusions from information gathered
K.16.A record or dictate questions for investigating
K.16.B record or dictate his/her own knowledge of a topic in various ways such as by drawing pictures, making lists, and showing connections among ideas
K.2.A use language such as before or after to describe relative positions in a sequence of events or objects.
K.2.B name the ordinal positions in a sequence such as first, second, third, etc.
K.6.A use patterns to predict what comes next, including cause-and-effect relationships
K.7.A describe one object in relations to another using informal language such as over, under, above and below.
K.7.B place an object in a specified position
K.11.C sequence events
K.11.B read a calendar using days, weeks, and months
K.12.A construct graphs using real objects or pictures in order to answer questions
K.12.B use information from a graph of real objects or pictures in order to answer questions
K.3.A place events in chronological order
K.3.B use vocabulary related to time and chronology, including before, after, next, first, and last
K.7.A identify jobs in the home, school and community
K.7.B explain why people have jobs
K.8.A identify purposes for having rules
K.8.B identify rules that provide order, security, and safety in the home and school
K.9.B identify authority figures that make and enforce rules
K.17.A use problem-solving process to identify a problem, gather information, list and consider options, consider advantages and disadvantages, choose and implement a solution and evaluate the effectiveness of the solution
K.17.B use a decision making process to identify a situation that requires a decision, gather information, identify options, predict consequences and take action to implement a decision.
This exhibit has the props necessary for role playing in the medical field. Crutches and wheelchairs are also available for the students to learn about physical disabilities. The exhibit is best utilized when a teacher has prepared students with background knowledge about the profession and physical disabilities. Crutches and wheelchairs remain in the hospital area and are monitored by an adult.
K.1.A determine the purpose for listening such as to get information, to solve problems and to enjoy and appreciate
K.1.D. Listen critically to interpret and evaluate
K.3.A choose and adapt spoken language appropriate to the audience, purpose, and occasion, including the use of appropriate volume and rate
K.3.B use verbal and nonverbal communication in effective ways when making announcements, giving directions, or making introductions.
K.3.C ask and answer relevant questions and make contributions in small or large group discussions.
K.8.A discuss meanings of words and develop vocabulary through meaningful concrete experiences
K.8.C identify words that name persons, places, things and words that name actions.
K.9.C retell or act out the order of important events in stories
K.12.A identify relevant questions for inquiry such as “Why did knights wear armor?”
K.12.B use pictures, print and people to gather information and answer questions.
K.12.C draw conclusions from information gathered
K.16.A record or dictate questions for investigating
K.16.B record or dictate his/her own knowledge of a topic in various ways such as by drawing pictures, making lists, and showing connections among ideas
K.2.A use language such as before or after to describe relative positions in a sequence of events or objects.
K.9.A describe and compare real-life objects or models of solids
K.9.B recognize shapes in real-life objects or models of solids
K.13.A identify mathematics in everyday situations
K.13.C select or develop an appropriate problem-solving strategy including drawing a picture, looking for a pattern, systematic guessing and checking or acting it out in order to solve a problem.
K.2.A ask questions about organisms, objects, and events
K.2.B plan and construct simple descriptive investigations.
K.2.C gather information using simple equipment and tools to extend the senses
K.2.D construct reasonable explanations using information
K.2.E communicate findings about simple investigations
K.6.A identify basic human needs
K.6.B explain how basic human needs of food clothing, and shelter can be met
K.7.A identify jobs in the home, school and community
K.7.B explain why people have jobs
K.13.B describe how technology helps accomplish as specific task.
K.14.A describe how his/her life might be different without modern technology
K.14.B lists ways in which technology meets peoples needs.
K.1.A identify and practice personal health habits that help individuals stay healthy such as proper amount of sleep and clean hands.
K.1.B identify types of food that help the body grow such as healthy breakfast foods and snacks.
K.1.C identify healthy exercise and active play that are good for the body.
K.2.C name the harmful effects of tobacco, alcohol, and other drugs.
K.2.D identify ways to avoid harming oneself or another person
K.2.G demonstrate procedures for responding to emergencies including dialing 911
K.2.H name objects that may be dangerous such as knives, scissors, and screwdrivers and tell how they can be harmful.
K.3.B plan a healthy meal or snack.
K.4.A name the five senses
K.4.B name major body parts and their functions
K.4.C name and demonstrate good posture principles such as standing straight with shoulders back.
K.5.A name people who can provide helpful health information such as parents, doctors, teachers and nurses.
K.5.B explain the importance of health information
K.6.A tell how germs cause illness and disease in people of all ages
K.6.B name symptoms of common illnesses and diseases.
K.6.C explain practices used to control the spread of germs such as washing hands.
K.6.D discuss basic parts of the bodies defense systems against germs such as the skin.
K.2.A identify selected body parts such as the head, back, chest, waist, hips, arms, elbows, wrists, hands, fingers, legs, knees, ankles, feet, and toes.
K.2.B demonstrate movement forms of various body parts such as head flexion, extension, and rotation.
K.4.B locate the lungs and explain their purpose
K.4.C state that rest and sleep are important in caring for the body.
Stand inside the tire…Slowly pull the rope…Watch the bubble surround you… How many times can you do that? A favorite spot at Northeast Texas Children’s Museum… step inside…and fit yourself into a large bubble. Can you touch the bubble without breaking it? Only if you know the secret.
K.4.B use vocabulary to describe clearly ideas, feelings, and experiences.
K.12.A identify relevant questions for inquiry such as “Why did knights wear armor?”
K.12.B use pictures, print and people to gather information and answer questions.
K.12.C draw conclusions from information gathered
K.16.A record or dictate questions for investigating
K.16.B record or dictate his/her own knowledge of a topic in various ways such as by drawing pictures, making lists, and showing connections among ideas
K.10.A compare and order two or three concrete objects according to length, capacity, or weight
K.10.B find concrete objects that are about the same as, less than or greater than a given object according to length, capacity, or weight
K.11.B compare events according to duration such as more time or less time than
K.13.A identify mathematics in everyday situations
K.13.B use problem-solving model, with guidance, that incorporates understanding that problem, making a plan, carrying out the plan, and evaluating solution for reasonableness.
K.1.A demonstrate safe practices during classroom and field investigations
K.1.B learn how to use and conserve resources and materials
K.2.B plan and construct simple descriptive investigations.
K.2.C gather information using simple equipment and tools to extend the senses
K.2.D construct reasonable explanations using information
K.2.E communicate findings about simple investigations
K.3.C explain a problem in his/her own words and propose a solution
K.7.A observe, describe and record changes in size, mass, color, position, quantity, time, temperature, sound, and movement.
K.5.A Describe properties of objects and characteristics of organisms.
K.5.B observe and identify patterns including seasons, growth, and day and night and predict what happens next.
**Stuffee
Stuffee is a 7 ft. canvas doll that is an appealing, overstuffed character that turns “inside out” to reveal major abdominal organs for a fun-filled anatomy lesson.
K.1.B respond appropriately and courteously to directions and questions
K.1.D listen critically to interpret and evaluate
K.1.E listen responsively to stories and other texts read aloud, including selections from classic and contemporary works.
K.2.A connects experiences and ideas with those of others through speaking and listening
K.3.C ask and answer relevant questions and make contributions in small or large group discussions.
K.8.A discuss meanings of words and develop vocabulary through meaningful concrete experiences
K.8.B develop vocabulary by listening to and discussing both familiar and conceptually challenging selections read aloud
K.8.C identify words that name persons, places, things and words that name actions.
K.9.B establish purposes for reading or listening such as to be informed, to follow directions, and to be entertained
K.12.A identify relevant questions for inquiry such as “Why did knights wear armor?”
K.12.B use pictures, print and people to gather information and answer questions.
K.12.C draw conclusions from information gathered
K.8.A identify a particular organism or object as living or nonliving
K.9.A identify basic needs of living organisms
K.9.B give examples of how organisms depend on each other
K.4.B name major body parts and their functions
K.6.A tell how germs cause illness and disease in people of all ages
K.6.D discuss basic parts of the bodies defense system against germs such as the skin.
First Grade
On loan from the Southwest Dairy Museum is a life sized cow that teaches children about the digestive system of a milk cow as well as how milk is produced.
1.1.A. Student determines the purpose for listening such as to get information, to solve problems, and to enjoy and appreciate. (K-3)
1.1.D. Listen critically to interpret and evaluate.
1.2.A connect experiences and ideas through speaking and listening
1.3.C ask and answer relevant questions and make contributions in small or large group discussions.
1.4.B use vocabulary to describe clearly ideas, feelings, and experiences.
1.4.D Retell a spoken message by summarizing or clarifying
1.11.A Discuss meaning of words and develop vocabulary through meaningful/concrete experiences.
1.12.B Establish purposes for reading and listening such as to be informed, to follow directions , and to be entertained.
1.15.A Identify relevant questions for inquiry such as “why did knights wear armor?”
1.15.C Draw conclusions from information gathered.
1.16.A Connect his/her own experiences with the life experiences, language, and culture of others
1.2.A Ask questions about organisms, objects and events
1.8.B compare living organisms and nonliving objects
1.9.A identify characteristics of living organisms that allow their basic needs to be met.
1.9.B compare and give examples of the ways living organisms depend on each other for their basic needs
This exhibit is a small grocery store stocked with plastic vegetables, canned and boxed foods, complete with grocery carts and check out stands. The store provides children the opportunity to take on adult roles as the shopper, cashier, or bagging clerk, as well as the chance to learn about meal preparation and budgeting.
1.1.B respond appropriately and courteously to directions and questions
1.2.A connect experiences and ideas through speaking and listening
1.3.B use verbal and nonverbal communication in effective ways when making announcements, giving directions, or making introductions.
1.3.E gain increasing control of grammar when speaking such as using subject-verb agreement, complete sentences and correct tense.
1.4.B use vocabulary to describe clearly ideas, feelings and experiences.
1.4.C clarify and support spoken messages using appropriate props such as objects, pictures and charts.
1.5.A recognize that print represents spoken language and conveys meaning such as his/her own name and signs such as exit and danger.
1.5.C understands that written words are separated by spaces
1.5.D knows the difference between individual letters and printed words
1.5.H understands that spoken words are represented in written language by specific sequences of letters.
1.5.J recognize that there are correct spellings for words
1.7.B understands that written words are composed of letters that represent sounds
1.10.B use graphs, charts, signs, captions and other informational texts to acquire information
1.11.A discuss meanings of words and develop vocabulary through meaningful concrete experiences
1.11.C identify words that name persons, places, or things and words that name actions
1.12.B establish purposes for reading or listening such as to be informed, to follow directions, and to be entertained
1.14.A distinguish different forms of texts such as lists, newsletters, and signs, and the function they serve.
1.15.B use pictures, print and people to gather information and answer questions.
1.16.A connect his/her own experiences with the life experiences, language customs, and culture of others.
1.1.C use words and numbers to describe the values of individual coins such as penny, nickel, dime and quarter and their relationship.
1.3.A model and create addition and subtraction problem situations with concrete objects and write corresponding number sentences
1.3.B learn and apply basic addition facts using concrete materials
1.4.A identify, describe and extend concrete and pictorial patterns in order to make predictions and solve problems.
1.4.B use patterns to skip count by twos, fives and tens
1.5.B compare and order whole numbers using place value
1.6.A describe and identify objects in order to sort them according to a given attribute using informal language
1.6.B identify circles, triangles, and rectangles, including squares, and describe the shape of balls, boxes, cans and cones
1.7.A estimate and measure length, capacity and weight of objects using nonstandard units
1.7.B describe the relationship between the size of the unit and the number of units needed in a measurement.
1.11.A identify mathematics in everyday situations
1.7.A identify examples of goods and services in the home, school, and community
1.7.B identify ways people exchange goods and services
1.7.C identify the role of markets in the exchange of goods and services
1.8.A identify examples of people wanting more than they can have
1.8.B explain why wanting more than they can have requires that people make choices
1.8.C identify examples of choices families make when buying goods and services.
1.9.A describe the requirements of various jobs and the characteristics of a job well-performed
1.9.B describe how specialized jobs contribute to the production of goods and services
1.14.A describe ways that families meet basic human needs
1.14.B describe similarities and differences in ways families meet basic human needs
1.16.C describe the way technology has changed the way people work
1.1.A describe and practice activities that enhance individual health such as enough sleep, nutrition and exercise
1.9.A demonstrate respectful communication
1.9.B list unique ways in individuals use to communicate such as using body language and gestures
1.9.C express needs, wants and emotions in appropriate ways
This exhibit houses the essential items needed for a mock trial. Children can participate in the role of judge, witness, lawyer or jury. The exhibit is best utilized when a teacher has prepared a mock trial with selected players for the students to role play either using our scripts or preparing a script with the students.
1.1.A determine the purpose for listening such as to get information, to solve problems and to enjoy and appreciate
1.1.B respond appropriately and courteously to directions and questions
1.1.D. Listen critically to interpret and evaluate.
1.2.A connects experiences and ideas with those of others through speaking and listening
1.2.B compare language and oral traditions that reflect customs, regions and cultures
1.3.A choose and adapt spoken language appropriate to the audience, purpose, and occasion, including the use of appropriate volume and rate
1.3.B use verbal and nonverbal communication in effective ways when making announcements, giving directions, or making introductions.
1.3.C ask and answer relevant questions and make contributions in small or large group discussions.
1.3.D present dramatic interpretations of experiences, stories, poems or plays.
1.3.E gain increasing control of grammar when speaking such as using subject-verb agreement, complete sentences and correct tense
1.4.B use vocabulary to describe clearly ideas, feelings, and experiences.
1.4.C clarify and support spoken messages using appropriate props such as objects, pictures and charts
1.4.D Retell a spoken message by summarizing or clarifying
1.11.A discuss meanings of words and develop vocabulary through meaningful concrete experiences
1.11.B develop vocabulary by listening to and discussing both familiar and conceptually challenging selections read aloud
1.11.C identify words that name persons, places, things and words that name actions.
1.12..B establish purposes for reading or listening such as to be informed, to follow directions, and to be entertained
1.12.C retell or act out the order of important events in stories
1.15.A identify relevant questions for inquiry such as “Why did knights wear armor?”
1.15.C draw conclusions from information gathered
1.23.A record or dictate questions for investigating
1.23.B record or dictate his/her own knowledge of a topic in various ways such as by drawing pictures, making lists, and showing connections among ideas
1.8.B describe time on a clock using hours and half hours; and
1.10.A draw conclusions and answer questions using information organized in real-object graphs, picture graphs, and bar-type graphs; and
1.10.B identify events as certain or impossible such as drawing a red crayon from a bag of green crayons.
1.3.B create a calendar or timeline; and
1.3.C use vocabulary related to chronology, including yesterday, today, and tomorrow.
1.9.A describe the requirements of various jobs and the characteristics of a job well-performed;
1.10.A explain the need for rules and laws in the home, school, and community; and
1.10.B give examples of rules or laws that establish order, provide security, and manage conflict.
1.11.A identify leaders in the community, state, and nation;
1.11.B describe the roles of public officials including mayor, governor, and president; and
1.11.C identify the responsibilities of authority figures in the home, school, and community
1.12.A identify characteristics of good citizenship such as a belief in justice, truth, equality, and responsibility for the common good;
1.1.A develop confidence and self-awareness through dramatic play
1.1.B develop spatial awareness in dramatic play, using expressive and rhythmic movement
1.1.C imitate actions and sounds
1.1.D imitate and create animate and inanimate objects in dramatic play
1.2.A demonstrate safe use of movement and voice
1.2.B assume roles through imitation
1.2.C dramatize limited-action stories
1.3.A select aspects of the environment for use in dramatic play
1.3.B adapt the environment for dramatic play, using simple materials
1.3.C plan dramatic play
1.3.D cooperate with others in dramatic play
1.4.A imitate life experiences from various historical periods in dramatic play
1.4.B identify diverse cultural dimensions in dramatic play.
1.5.A identify appropriate audience behavior;
1.5.B respond to and begin to evaluate dramatic activities;
1.5.C identify the use of music, creative movement, and visual components in dramatic play
This exhibit has the props necessary for role playing in the medical field. Crutches and wheelchairs are also available for the students to learn about physical disabilities. The exhibit is best utilized when a teacher has prepared students with background knowledge about the profession and physical disabilities. Crutches and wheelchairs remain in the hospital area and are monitored by an adult.
1.1.A determine the purpose for listening such as to get information, to solve problems and to enjoy and appreciate
1.1.D. Listen critically to interpret and evaluate
1.3.A choose and adapt spoken language appropriate to the audience, purpose, and occasion, including the use of appropriate volume and rate
1.3.B use verbal and nonverbal communication in effective ways when making announcements, giving directions, or making introductions.
1.3.C ask and answer relevant questions and make contributions in small or large group discussions.
1.11.A discuss meanings of words and develop vocabulary through meaningful concrete experiences
1.11.C identify words that name persons, places, things and words that name actions.
1.12.C retell or act out the order of important events in stories
1.15.A identify relevant questions for inquiry such as “Why did knights wear armor?”
1.15.B use pictures, print and people to gather information and answer questions.
1.15.C draw conclusions from information gathered
1.23.A record or dictate questions for investigating
1.23.B record or dictate his/her own knowledge of a topic in various ways such as by drawing pictures, making lists, and showing connections among ideas
1.7.A estimate and measure length, capacity, and weight of objects using nonstandard units;
1.7.B describe the relationship between the size of the unit and the number of units needed in a measurement.
1.2.A ask questions about organisms, objects, and events;
1.2.B plan and conduct simple descriptive investigations;
1.2.C gather information using simple equipment and tools to extend the senses;
1.2.D construct reasonable explanations and draw conclusions; and
1.2.E communicate explanations about investigations.
1.7.A observe, measure, and record changes in size, mass, color, position, quantity, sound, and
movement;
1.9.A identify characteristics of living organisms that allow their basic needs to be met; and
1.9.B compare and give examples of the ways living organisms depend on each other for their basic needs.
1.7.A identify examples of goods and services in the home, school, and community;
1.7.B identify ways people exchange goods and services; and
1.9.A describe the requirements of various jobs and the characteristics of a job well-performed;
1.9.B describe how specialized jobs contribute to the production of goods and services.
1.4.A identify and demonstrate use of the five senses;
1.4.B identify major body structures and organs and describes their basic functions; and
1.4.C identify and apply principles of good posture for healthy growth and development.
1.5.A identify people who can provide helpful health information such as parents, teachers, nurses, and physicians; and
1.5.B list ways health information can be used such as knowing how to brush teeth properly.
1.7.A name types of germs that cause illness and disease;
1.7.B identify common illnesses and diseases and their symptoms; and
1.7.C explain common practices that control the way germs are spread.
1.9.A demonstrate respectful communication;
1.9.B list unique ways that individuals use to communicate such as using body language and gestures;
1.9.C express needs, wants, and emotions in appropriate ways; and
1.9.D describe and practice techniques of self-control such as thinking before acting.
1.4.A distinguish between active and inactive lifestyles;
1.4.B describe the location and function of the heart;
1.4.C describe how muscles and bones work together to produce movement;
1.4.D describe food as a source of energy; and
1.4.E explain the negative effects of smoking, lack of sleep, and poor dietary habits on physical performance and on the body.
1.5.E describe and demonstrate appropriate reactions to emergency situations common to physical activity settings such as universal safety precautions, and calling 911.
1.1.A develop confidence and self-awareness through dramatic play
1.1.B develop spatial awareness in dramatic play, using expressive and rhythmic movement
1.1.C imitate actions and sounds
1.1.D imitate and create animate and inanimate objects in dramatic play
1.2.A demonstrate safe use of movement and voice
1.2.B assume roles through imitation
1.2.C dramatize limited-action stories
1.3.A select aspects of the environment for use in dramatic play
1.3.B adapt the environment for dramatic play, using simple materials
1.3.C plan dramatic play
1.3.D cooperate with others in dramatic play
1.1.A identify similarities, differences, and variations among subjects, using the senses; and
1.1.B identify color, texture, form, line, and emphasis in nature and in the human-made environment.
1.2.A invent images that combine a variety of colors, forms, and lines;
1.2.B place forms in orderly arrangement to create designs; and
1.2.C increase manipulative skills, using a variety of materials to produce drawings, paintings, prints, and constructions.
1.3.A identify simple ideas expressed in artworks through different media;
1.3.B select artworks that show families and groups; and
1.3.C identify the use of art in everyday life.
1.4.A express ideas about personal artworks; and
1.4.B identify simple ideas about original artworks, portfolios, and exhibitions by peers and others.
Dentist’s chair and giant teaching model of teeth with giant toothbrush. Hands-on role playing may help children overcome fear of visits to the dentist.
1.2.A connects experiences and ideas with those of others through speaking and listening
1.2.B compare language and oral traditions that reflect customs, regions and cultures
1.3.C ask and answer relevant questions and make contributions in small or large group discussions.
1.3.D present dramatic interpretations of experiences, stories, poems or plays.
1.3.E gain increasing control of grammar when speaking such as using subject-verb agreement, complete sentences and correct tense
1.4.C clarify and support spoken language using appropriate props such as objects, pictures and charts
1.4.B use vocabulary to describe clearly ideas, feelings, and experiences.
1.11.A discuss meanings of words and develop vocabulary through meaningful concrete experiences
1.11.B develop vocabulary by listening to and discussing both familiar and conceptually challenging selections read aloud
1.11.C identify words that name persons, places, things and words that name actions.
1.15.A identify relevant questions for inquiry such as “Why did knights wear armor?”
1.15.B use pictures, print and people to gather information and answer questions.
1.15.C draw conclusions from information gathered
1.2.A ask questions about organisms, objects, and events;
1.2.B plan and conduct simple descriptive investigations;
1.2.C gather information using simple equipment and tools to extend the senses;
1.2.D construct reasonable explanations and draw conclusions; and
1.9.A describe the requirements of various jobs and the characteristics of a job well-performed;
1.9.B describe how specialized jobs contribute to the production of goods and services.
1.1.B describe activities that are provided by health care professionals such as medical check-up and dental exams.
1.5.A identify people who can provide helpful health information such as parents, teachers, nurses, and physicians; and
1.5.B list ways health information can be used such as knowing how to brush teeth properly.
1.7.A name types of germs that cause illness and disease;
1.7.B identify common illnesses and diseases and their symptoms; and
1.7.C explain common practices that control the way germs are spread.
1.8.A name various members of his/her family who help them to promote and practice health habits
Stand inside the tire…Slowly pull the rope…Watch the bubble surround you… How many times can you do that? A favorite spot at Northeast Texas Children’s Museum… step inside…and fit yourself into a large bubble. Can you touch the bubble without breaking it? Only if you know the secret.
1.4.B use vocabulary to describe clearly ideas, feelings, and experiences.
1.15.A identify relevant questions for inquiry such as “Why did knights wear armor?”
1.15.B use pictures, print and people to gather information and answer questions.
1.15.C draw conclusions from information gathered
1.23.A record or dictate questions for investigating
1.23.B record or dictate his/her own knowledge of a topic in various ways such as by drawing pictures, making lists, and showing connections among ideas
1.7.A estimate and measure length, capacity, and weight of objects using nonstandard units
1.7.B describe the relationship between the size of the unit and the number of units needed in a measurement.
1.9.A collect and sort data; and
1.9.B use organized data to construct real object graphs, picture graphs, and bar-type graphs.
1.10.A draw conclusions and answer questions using information organized in real-object graphs, picture graphs, and bar-type graphs
1.12.A explain and record observations using objects, words, pictures, numbers, and technology;
1.2.B plan and conduct simple descriptive investigations;
1.2.C gather information using simple equipment and tools to extend the senses;
1.2.D construct reasonable explanations and draw conclusions; and
1.2.E communicate explanations about investigations.
1.3.A make decisions using information;
1.3.B discuss and justify the merits of decisions; and
1.3.C explain a problem in his/her own words and identify a task and solution related to the problem.
1.7.A observe, measure, and record changes in size, mass, color, position, quantity, sound, and movement;
There are world globes placed in various parts of the museum. The children learn about the world by answering a few simple questions located at the exhibit.
1.1.B respond appropriately and courteously to directions and questions
1.3.C ask and answer relevant questions and make contributions in small or large group discussions.
1.11.A discuss meanings of words and develop vocabulary through meaningful concrete experiences
1.11.B develop vocabulary by listening to and discussing both familiar and conceptually challenging selections read aloud
1.11.C identify words that name persons, places, things and words that name actions.
1.4.A locate places using the four cardinal directions; and
1.4.B describe the location of self and objects relative to other locations in the classroom and school.
1.5.A create and use simple maps to identify the location of places in the classroom, school, community, and beyond
1.5.B locate places of significance on maps and globes such as the local community, Texas, and the United States.
1.6.A identify and describe the physical characteristics of places such as landforms, bodies of water, natural resources, and weather;
1.17.B obtain information about a topic using a variety of visual sources such as pictures, graphics, television, maps, computer images, literature, and artifacts;