3.1D · Tools & technology

Grade 3 Science TEKS

Overview

Use appropriate tools (e.g., hand lenses, thermometers, rain gauges, scales, magnets, timing devices, Sun‑Earth‑Moon models, digital tools) to observe, measure, test, and analyze.

Code

3.1D

Grade

Subject

Science

With 3.1D, Grade 3 students practice Tools & technology in multiple representations and contexts.

This standard clarifies expectations for Tools & technology so lesson goals, checks for understanding, and feedback stay aligned.

FAQ

How do I assess understanding of Tools & technology?

Use short exit tickets and tasks where students explain decisions, show multiple representations, or justify answers—directly aligned to 3.1D.

How does 3.1D connect to future learning?

It lays groundwork for the next grade by deepening accuracy and flexibility with Tools & technology, so students can tackle more complex problems later.

What are common pitfalls when teaching Tools & technology?

Students may rely on procedures without reasoning or mix key terms. Build in quick oral explanations, error analysis, and vocabulary supports tied to 3.1D.

What does standard 3.1D mean in Science?

Standard 3.1D describes the essential skills and understandings for Tools & technology in Grade 3. It clarifies the learning outcomes and what successful work looks like.