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Communication | Health & Fitness | Mathematics | Reading | Social Studies | Science

Through the use of the Aquifer Virtual Field Trip and the associated teacher's resources, it is possible to meet the following EALRs:

Communication

3. The student uses communication strategies and skills to work effectively with others.

• C3.1 use language to interact effectively and responsibly with others
• C3.2 work cooperatively as a member of a group
• C3.3 seek agreement and solutions through discussion

Health and Fitness (top)

3. The student analyzes and evaluates the impact of real-life influences on health.

• F3.1 understand how environmental factors affect one's health
• F3.2 gather and analyze health information
• F3.3 use social skills to protect health and safety in a variety of situations

Mathematics (top)

2. The student uses mathematics to define and solve problems.

• M2.1 investigate situations
• M2.2 formulate questions and define the problem
• M2.3 construct solutions

4. The student communicates knowledge and understanding in both everyday and mathematical language.

• M4.1 gather information
• M4.2 organize and interpret information
• M4.3 represent and share information

5. The student understands how mathematical ideas connect within mathematics, to other subject areas, and to real-life situations.

• M5.2 relate mathematical concepts and procedures to other disciplines
• M5.3 relate mathematical concepts and procedures to real-life situations

Reading (top)

1. The student understands and uses different skills and strategies to read.

• R1.1 use word recognition and word meaning skills to read and comprehend text
• R1.2 build vocabulary through reading
• R1.3 read fluently, adjusting reading for purpose and material
• R1.5 use features of nonfiction text and computer software

2. The student understands the meaning of what is read.

• R2.1 comprehend important ideas and details
• R2.2 expand comprehension by analyzing, interpreting, and synthesizing information and ideas
• R2.3 think critically and analyze authors' use of language, style, purpose, and perspective

3. The student reads different materials for a variety of purposes.

• R3.1 read to learn new information
• R3.4 read for career applications

Social Studies – Civics (top)

2. The student analyzes the purposes and organization of governments and laws.

• V2.2 understand the function and effect of law

4. The student understands the rights and responsibilities of citizenship and the principles of democratic civic involvement.

• V4.1 understand individual rights and their accompanying responsibilities
• V4.3 explain how citizen participation influences public policy

Social Studies - Geography (top)

1. The student uses maps, charts, and other geographic tools to understand the spatial arrangement of people, places, resources, and environments on Earth's surface.

• G1.1 use and construct maps, charts, and other resources
• G1.2 recognize spatial patterns on Earth's surface and understand the processes that create these patterns

2. The student understands the complex physical and human characteristics of places and regions.

• G2.1 describe the natural characteristics of places and regions
• G2.2 describe the patterns humans make on places and regions
• G2.3 identify the characteristics that define the Pacific Northwest and the Pacific Rim as regions

3. The student observes and analyzes the interaction between people, the environment, and culture.

• G3.1 identify and examine people's interaction with and impact on the environment
• G3.2 analyze how the environment and environmental changes affect people

Social Studies – History (top)

3. The student understands the origin and impact of ideas and technological developments on history andsocial change.

• H3.1 explain the origin and impact of an idea on society
• H3.3 understand how ideas and technological developments influence people, resources, and culture

Science (top)

1. The student understands and uses scientific concepts and principles.

• S1.1 use properties to identify, describe, and categorize substances, materials, and objects
• S1.2 identify, describe, and categorize living things based on their characteristics
• S1.4 recognize the components, structure, and organization of systems and the interconnections within and among them
• S1.6 construct and use models to predict, test, and understand scientific phenomena

2. The student conducts scientific investigations to expand understanding of the natural world.

• S2.1 plan and implement scientific investigations
• S2.2 think logically, analytically, and creatively
• S2.3 practice the principles of scientific inquiry
• S2.4 understand the relationship between evidence and scientific explanation

3. The student applies science knowledge and skills to solve problems or meet challenges.

• S3.1 identify problems and challenges in which science knowledge and skills can be applied
• S3.2 research, design, and test a variety of ways to address problems and/or challenges
• S3.3 evaluate solutions and consequences

4. The student uses effective communication skills and tools to build and demonstrate understanding of science.

• S4.1 use listening, observing, and reading skills to obtain science information
• S4.2 use writing and speaking skills to organize and express science ideas
• S4.3 use effective communication strategies and tools to prepare and present science information

5. The student understands how science knowledge and skills are connected to other subject areas and real-life situations.

• S5.2 understand the relationship between science and technology
• S5.3 examine the relationship between science and history
• S5.4 examine the relationships among science, society, and the workplace