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Measuring Up to the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills for Science

Grades 3–8

Meet the rigor of the science exam with Measuring Up to the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills for Science. A four-part instructional approach scaffolds learning and guides students step-by-step on all TEKS. The lessons can be used as a stand alone or in a pull-out program and provide students with valuable instructional practice in key science concepts.

Available in Spanish for grade 5.

Student and Teacher Edition

Measuring Up to the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills for Science Teacher Edition page

Teach scientific concepts with TEKS rigor:

  • Lessons open with a Real-World Connection and end with an Exit Ticket.
  • STAAR® 2.0 item types are included throughout.
  • Hands-on lab investigations and  Building Stamina practice tests end each unit.
  • Real-world goals for students.
  • Differentiation for struggling, advanced, and English Language Learners.
  • Two full-length practice tests.

Lesson Walkthrough

Each lesson begins with an Understand the TEKS section. An overview of the TEKS standards covered, highlighting the most critical concepts students need to master for success. This section helps set the stage by identifying the key ideas and vocabulary that will be emphasized throughout the lesson. Guided Instruction provides scientific ideas and concepts. Hints and other guidance along the way help guide students to the correct answers.

TEKS Science Intro

Short response questions are provided to encourage students to think deeply and apply their understanding in meaningful ways. These prompts challenge students to demonstrate their skills and engage in thoughtful analysis beyond basic comprehension. How Am I Doing? prompts offer checkpoints and writing opportunities to help students reflect on and understand the TEKS.

TEKS Science Critical Thinking

Practice items reflect the types of questions students may encounter on the STAAR exams. Each practice set includes a reading selection and multiple-choice questions that assess students' understanding of the lesson’s skills.

TEKS Science Practice

Additional opportunities for STAAR-style practice are provided. These questions mirror the format and rigor of STAAR Exams and help gauge student readiness. Exit Tickets provide an opportunity for students to verify their understanding of the skills and standards before progressing to the next lesson.

TEKS Science Assessment

Hands-on activities, experiments, and investigations are offered for each unit.

TEKS Science Lab Investigation

Building Stamina develops students' scientific confidence and endurance through structured practice. By working through varied problem sets in extended sessions, students strengthen their focus, accuracy, and persistence in problem-solving, preparing them to excel in both classroom assessments and standardized testing environments.

TEKS Science Building Stamina

Benchmark Science Assessments Available

 

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Extend Learning Online

Add on TEKS standards-based benchmark assessments:

  • Pre-Built Assessments
  • Online Student Access for Test Administration and Scoring
  • State Test Format
  • Printable Assessments
  • Online Reporting
  • State Standards Alignment to Questions

Also Available for Reading, Language Arts, and Mathematics

Looking for more support? Be sure to check out Measuring Up to the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills for Reading, Language Arts, and Mathematics to meet the needs of your students.

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