One in a series of publications on Illinois' State Goals for Learning, this report identifies what students are expected to know in the biological and physical sciences by the time they complete their elementary and secondary education. A sample set of learning objectives is provided to assist districts in the development of their own objectives. Four state goals for the biological and physical sciences are presented and sample learning objectives related to each goal are offered for grades 3, 6, 8, 10, and 12. The state goals aim for student knowledge of: (1) concepts and vocabulary of biological, physical, and environmental sciences and their applications to a technological society; (2) social and environmental implications and limitations of technological advancement; (3) principles and applications of scientific research; and (4) processes, techniques, methods, equipment, and available technology of science. Appendices contain Illinois state goals for six learning areas (language arts, mathematics, biological and physical sciences, social sciences, fine arts and physical development and health) and also sample questions and answers about the state's learning objectives and assessment. (ML)