State of New Jersey Department of Education

Core Curriculum Content Standards for Students with Severe Disabilities
    Science List of Standards


STANDARD 5.6

STANDARD 5.6 All students will gain an understanding of the structure, characteristics, and basic needs of organisms.

Descriptive Statement: Life on earth is interdependent. Learning how to take care of personal needs can enhance independence. Learning how to care for other living things can increase self-confidence and develop responsibility.