Plan and conduct simple descriptive investigations; design solutions to problems.
This standard clarifies expectations for Plan investigations & design solutions so lesson goals, checks for understanding, and feedback stay aligned.
TEKS 2.1B bridges prior learning and next steps in Science, keeping Plan investigations & design solutions coherent across the year.
Standard 2.1B describes the essential skills and understandings for Plan investigations & design solutions in Grade 2. It clarifies the learning outcomes and what successful work looks like.
Students may rely on procedures without reasoning or mix key terms. Build in quick oral explanations, error analysis, and vocabulary supports tied to 2.1B.
Start with concrete or familiar examples, connect to prior knowledge, model a clear process, and provide checks for understanding aligned to 2.1B.
It lays groundwork for the next grade by deepening accuracy and flexibility with Plan investigations & design solutions, so students can tackle more complex problems later.
