Content Resources
2nd Grade Georgia Standards of Excellence
*New 2nd Grade Science Teacher Notes are packed with background information for the disciplinary core ideas, application of the science and engineering practices, potential ideas that students enter the classroom with, and basic phenomena ideas.
*New 2nd Grade Science Self-Evaluation Checklist: Consider using this resource to support students progressing towards standard mastery.
GSE Clarifications
*New: Science Instructional Resources
GaConnects is a new one-stop-shop site for Georgia educators built to provide quick access to GaDOE educational resources, Georgia Standards, data dashboards, professional learning, and GaDOE applications. GaDOE SuitCASE and GaDOE Inspire are two featured applications to support classroom Instruction. Click on “GaConnects Preview" in the SLDS for access, or go to Inspire (gadoe.org).
Instructional Resources
2nd Grade Science Curriculum Map
2nd Grade Science Pacing Guides
1. Patterns in Day and Night
2. Forces at Work
3. What is Matter and How Does It Change?
4. Stability and Change in Plants and Animals
Instructional Segments
1. Patterns in Day and Night
PowerPoint: Shadow Pictures Presentation
2. Forces at Work
Video: Pig Pen Push Setup
3. What is Matter and How Does It Change?
4. Stability and Change in Plants and Animals
PowerPoint: Environment Slides
Distance Learning
This plan was specifically designed for use during these uncertain times as support for school districts, administrators, teachers, and parents who are working tirelessly to provide students with quality content in a remote format. The plan includes both "plugged and unplugged" activities.
The Distance Learning Plans are now available in Spanish through our Dual Language Immersion Program!
Communication
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Science K-5:
join-science-k-5@list.doe. k12.ga.us
Science 6-8:
join-science-6-8@list.doe.k12.ga.us
Science 9-12:
join-science-9-12@list.doe.k12.ga.us
Science GSE Feedback Program
Note: Science Resources are developed and reviewed by educators. Be a part of our community by participating in the Resource Feedback Program. We need the help of science teachers to continuously improve the resources GaDOE provides. After you have used a GaDOE Science resource, click here to complete the feedback form.
Professional Learning
Visit the GaDOE science website for professional learning opportunities, resources, and other information.
NEW GaDOE has launched a new platform to provide the opportunity for science teachers, leaders and GaDOE staff to share thoughts and resources. Meet the wonderful virtual specialists from around the state that we are working with to lead groups. To get started, visit the GaDOE community website, select Create an Account and follow the prompts. Navigate to the Groups section and join the groups you are most interested in. We look forward to connecting!
PLC Science in 3D
