Identify basic advantages and limitations of models such as size, properties, and materials.
The intent of K.2A is to move students from guided examples to independent work with Advantages & limits of models.
Aligned tasks under K.2A balance fluency and reasoning so students can explain decisions about Advantages & limits of models.
Students may rely on procedures without reasoning or mix key terms. Build in quick oral explanations, error analysis, and vocabulary supports tied to K.2A.
Start with concrete or familiar examples, connect to prior knowledge, model a clear process, and provide checks for understanding aligned to K.2A.
Standard K.2A describes the essential skills and understandings for Advantages & limits of models in Grade K. It clarifies the learning outcomes and what successful work looks like.
It lays groundwork for the next grade by deepening accuracy and flexibility with Advantages & limits of models, so students can tackle more complex problems later.
