Is your 4th grade science instruction setting students up for 5th grade success?
Since many 4th grade standards are assessed on the Grade 5 STAAR Elementary Science Assessment, it’s critical that students begin building strong conceptual foundations early.

What is the science 3D ePLC for grade 4?

The grade 4 science 3D ePLC is designed to help teachers confidently implement the 3D framework by deepening their knowledge of Science and Engineering Practices (SEPs), Recurring Themes and Concepts (RTCs), and meaningful content integration.

We have intentionally aligned 4th grade instruction with STAAR-assessed standards to ensure vertical coherence and early readiness. By supporting the development of students’ scientific thinking and modeling skills, the ePLC helps build strong conceptual foundations so that students enter 5th grade with connected, durable science knowledge that goes beyond memorization to true understanding.

Campus-level membership includes:

• 8 engaging Learning Videos (20–30 minutes each)
• Emphasis on the highest-impact 4th grade standards that support tested content at grade 5
• Explicitly modeling for the integration of:
  • Science and Engineering Practices (SEPs)
  • Recurring Themes and Concepts (RTCs)
  • Core science content
• 8 lessons (in English and Spanish) that illustrate how content and process come together in planning and delivering instruction (may be used for intervention or as supplemental resources)
• Integration and access to the lead4ward Grade 4 Science Field Guide, supporting the high-impact standards with clear guidance
• Ready-to-use instructional strategies for high-impact topics (in English and Spanish)
• Built-in differentiation to make new science content accessible for all learners
• Varied visuals, academic vocabulary, and cross-content connections to support schema building and transfer of learning
• Direct email and phone support from the lead4ward science content lead