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Content Tip for Grade 5 Standard 6a

Classify objects (e.g., rocks, plants, leaves) in accordance with appropriate criteria.

At its simplest, classification involves using criteria that are provided by others to place objects in pre-defined groups. At this grade level, classification involves selecting the criteria to be used in classifying the objects into groups, applying those criteria, evaluating the results, and describing/evaluating the process and results to others.