Context of the Standard

Objects and actions have attributes; these attributes allow people to group items. Attributes may be physical properties such as color, shape or form, texture, and size. Actions may be categorized as movement such as those seen in step by step sequences (algorithms). Actions may be categorized as back and forth movement, turning, and stopping. Categorizing relies on careful observation of patterns and similarities and differences.  These similarities and differences can be used to categorize using both unplugged activities and computer devices.

Essential Skills

Essential Questions

Essential Vocabulary

Students should demonstrate these skills:

• Identify the attributes of an object (e.g., color, size, shape, thickness, actions).
• Sort and classify objects into appropriate groups (categories) based on one attribute.
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Students should investigate these concepts:

• How do people describe different cars/animals/movements/etc.?
• How do people organize different objects into categories?
• How would you compare and contrast two basic actions (taking a step vs turning your head, for example)?
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Students should be introduced to these concepts:

• Pattern Matching
• Program
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