This suite of NGSS Parent Guides illustrates how the standards are a powerful foundation to help students build a cohesive understanding of science over time. The parent guides are available for Grades K-2, Grade 3-5, Grades 6-8, and Grades 9-12.

Grades K-2

• Download the Grades K-2 Parent Guide.

Grades 3-5

• Download the Grades 3-5 Parent Guide.

Grades 6-8

• Download the Grades 6-8 Parent Guide.
• Review the NGSS performance expectations (PEs) for Middle School Physical Sciences, Middle School Life Sciences, Middle School Earth and Space Sciences, and Middle School Engineering Design.

Grades 9-12

• Download the Grades 9-12 Parent Guide.
• Review the NGSS performance expectations (PEs) for High School Physical Sciences, High School Life Sciences, High School Earth and Space Sciences, and High School Engineering Design.