Differentiate between inherited and acquired physical traits of organisms.
In Science, 4.13B defines what success looks like for Inherited vs. acquired traits—from core skills to real‑world use.
With 4.13B, Grade 4 students practice Inherited vs. acquired traits in multiple representations and contexts.
Students may rely on procedures without reasoning or mix key terms. Build in quick oral explanations, error analysis, and vocabulary supports tied to 4.13B.
Start with concrete or familiar examples, connect to prior knowledge, model a clear process, and provide checks for understanding aligned to 4.13B.
Standard 4.13B describes the essential skills and understandings for Inherited vs. acquired traits in Grade 4. It clarifies the learning outcomes and what successful work looks like.
It lays groundwork for the next grade by deepening accuracy and flexibility with Inherited vs. acquired traits, so students can tackle more complex problems later.
