RPSEC Student Programs for
South Carolina & Georgia Schools

South Carolina Schools

Georgia Schools

Grade K: SCSS 5.1, 5.2
Grade 2: SCSS 5.1, 5.2, 5.3, 5.4

Kindergarten Science
Exploring Matter
Standard K-5: The student will demonstrate the understanding that objects can be described by their observable properties. (Physical Science)

Indicators:
5.1 Classify objects by observable properties (including size, color, shape, magnetic attraction, heaviness, texture, and the ability to float in water).
5.2 Compare the properties of different types of materials (including wood, plastic, metal, cloth, and paper) from which objects are made.

Grade 2 Science
Magnetism
Standard 2-5: The student will demonstrate an understanding of force and motion by applying the properties of magnetism. (Physical Science)

Indicators:
5.1 Use magnets to make an object move without being touched.
5.2 Explain how the poles of magnets affect each other (that is, they attract and repel one another).
5.3 Compare the effect of magnets on various materials.
5.4 Identify everyday uses of magnets.

Grade 1: S1P2 a, b, c
Grade 3: S3P2 a, b

Grade 1 Science
S1P2: Students will demonstrate effects of magnets and other magnets and other objects.

Indicators:
a. Demonstrate how magnets attract and repel.
b. Identify common objects that are attracted to a magnet.
c. Identify objects and materials (air, water, wood, paper, your hand, etc.) that do not block magnetic force.

Grade 3 Science
S3P2: Students will investigate magnets and how they affect other magnets and common objects.

Indicators:
a. Investigate to find common objects that are attracted to magnets.
b. Investigate how magnets attract and repel each other.