Standards Index
Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) free classroom resources
Use this index to find free, ready-to-teach resources by NGSS code, then open lessons and supporting media for classroom use.
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Cross-Cutting Concepts
Cause & Effect: Mechanism & Explanation
Patterns
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Scale, Proportion, & Quantity
Stability & Change
Structure & Function
Systems & Systems Models
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Earth and Space Sciences
Earth and Human Activity
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Earth Materials & Systems
Earth’s Systems
Global Climate Change
Human Impacts on Earth Systems
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Engineering, Technology, and Applications of Science
Defining & Delimiting an Engineering Problem
Developing Possible Solutions
Engineering Design
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Life Science
Adaptation
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- Disciplinary Core ideas
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- Disciplinary Core ideas
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- Disciplinary Core ideas
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Biodiversity & Humans
Ecosystem Dynamics, Functioning, & Resilience
Growth & Development of Organisms
Information Processing
Inheritance of Traits
Interactions, Energy, and Dynamics
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Interdependent Relationships in Ecosystems
Natural Selection
Social Interactions & Group Behavior
Structure & Function
Structures and Processes
Unity and Diversity
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Physical Science
Conservation of Energy & Energy Transfer
Definitions of Energy
Electromagnetic Radiation
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Energy
Energy in Chemical Processes & Everyday Life
Information Technologies & Instrumentation
Structure & Properties of Matter
Wave Properties
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Science & Engineering Practices
Analyzing Data
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Ask Questions & Define Problems
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Constructing Explanations & Designing Solutions
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Developing & Using Models
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Engaging in Argument from Evidence
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Obtaining, Evaluating, & Communicating Information
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Planning & Carrying out Investigations
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Using Mathematics & Computational Thinking
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NGSS Frequently Asked Questions
What are the Next Generation Science Standards?
Next Generation Science Standards are K-12 science standards that integrate disciplinary core ideas, science and engineering practices, and crosscutting concepts to guide science instruction and assessment.
When should I use Target vs Connected Alignment?
Materials with Target Alignment are intended to directly teach the listed standard. Materials with Connected Alignment are intended to introduce, reinforce, or spiral back to the listed standard.
How does Galactic Polymath document rigorous standards alignment?
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How do I find units by a NGSS standards code?
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