California Science Curriculum

The California Science Curriculum provides a structured framework for teaching science across all grade levels, focusing on core concepts like earth, life, and physical sciences. It emphasizes inquiry, critical thinking, and real-world applications, encouraging students to observe, experiment, and analyze. The curriculum aligns with scientific practices and literacy, preparing students to understand scientific principles and develop skills such as problem-solving and evidence-based reasoning. It aims to foster curiosity and understanding of the natural world, ensuring students are scientifically literate and ready for future challenges and careers in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM).