CKSci™ is a comprehensive program for elementary science that helps students to
build knowledge cumulatively and coherently while addressing core ideas in life, physical, and earth/space sciences, as well as engineering design;
develop scientific practices that give students’ firsthand experience in scientific inquiry, engineering, and technology; and,
connect scientific learning to concepts across various disciplines, such as mathematics and literacy.
Units in the CKSci program are based on the revised K–5 Science Sequence (2020). The CKSci instructional materials retain and reinforce the proven pedagogy of the Core Knowledge approach. The program provides the student with a firm basis in factual knowledge of the sciences and engineering design. Additionally, this program has been informed by many positive aspects of the Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS). Teacher Guides for each unit contain information to quickly reference how the CKSci program is related to the NGSS Performance Expectations.
