Laura Riley
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Laura Riley
6th Grade Science
83 Lessons
Westmont Jr High School
Westmont, IL
Suburban Environment
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6th Grade Science
(9 Units, 83 Lessons)
Unit 1 - Introduction to Science(12 Lessons)
Unit 1 - Introduction to Science(12 Lessons)
Unit 2 - Pond Study: Collecting Data in the Field(9 Lessons)
Unit 3 - Pond Study: Preparing for the Science Fair(9 Lessons)
Unit 4 - Pond Study: Plant & Animal Cells(7 Lessons)
Unit 5 - Master Disaster(10 Lessons)
Unit 6 - Earth, Sun, and Moon(12 Lessons)
Unit 7 - Rocks & Minerals(8 Lessons)
Unit 8 - Matter and Atoms(12 Lessons)
Unit 9 - Earth's Resources(4 Lessons)

Let's "Mine" The Textbook
6th Grade Science
» Unit:
Introduction to Science

Big Idea:Explore and "mine" the textbook to understand where to find the table of contents, glossary, index, and other text features.
Standards
16 Resources
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16 Resources
57 Favorites

Let's "Do" Science
6th Grade Science
» Unit:
Introduction to Science

Big Idea:With this activity students practice using all of their senses, learn to accurately record their observations, and understand how to effectively communicate that information with other scientists.
Standards
17 Resources
49 Favorites
17 Resources
49 Favorites

The Mobius Strip
6th Grade Science
» Unit:
Introduction to Science

Big Idea:Scientists observe the world around them. Whenever you make an observation you are acting like a scientist.
Standards
12 Resources
61 Favorites
12 Resources
61 Favorites

A Safety Rule Rap
6th Grade Science
» Unit:
Introduction to Science

Big Idea:Safety in the science lab cannot be emphasized strongly enough! When you practice lab safety, students will be more willing to do so too.
Standards
15 Resources
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15 Resources
45 Favorites

Lab Safety Stations
6th Grade Science
» Unit:
Introduction to Science

Big Idea:Vote for the "Best of Show!" As students create a Safety Poster, it will help them synthesize information learned, share or publish, and present their own work. Then have them vote!
Standards
18 Resources
50 Favorites
18 Resources
50 Favorites

Practicing the Scientific Method
6th Grade Science
» Unit:
Introduction to Science

Big Idea:When using the Scientific Method, students learn to ask questions, make observations, collect data, and interpret results.
Standards
14 Resources
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14 Resources
101 Favorites

Measuring Skills: Length
6th Grade Science
» Unit:
Introduction to Science

Big Idea:Measuring is a necessary skill and it is important that scientists around the world accurately use the same measurement system.
Standards
10 Resources
23 Favorites
10 Resources
23 Favorites

Measuring Skills: Mass
6th Grade Science
» Unit:
Introduction to Science

Big Idea:Matter has mass! Use a balance to explore and find the mass of a variety of objects.
Standards
14 Resources
13 Favorites
14 Resources
13 Favorites

Measuring Skills: Volume
6th Grade Science
» Unit:
Introduction to Science

Big Idea:Popcorn Anyone? As students create two rectangular prisms, they will determine which holds more popcorn.
Standards
15 Resources
21 Favorites
15 Resources
21 Favorites

Measuring Skills: Temperature
6th Grade Science
» Unit:
Introduction to Science

Big Idea:Do you wonder what keeps you warm on a cold, snowy day? Learn to measure temperature by investigating which materials are good insulators.
Standards
13 Resources
15 Favorites
13 Resources
15 Favorites

Metric Literacy
6th Grade Science
» Unit:
Introduction to Science

Big Idea:Can you measure a football field with a marker? Can you measure a desk with your hands? Through Trade Books, let's explore why it's important to use a standard system of measurement.
Standards
13 Resources
22 Favorites
13 Resources
22 Favorites

Metric Vocabulary
6th Grade Science
» Unit:
Introduction to Science

Big Idea:Metric is the language of the scientific community and being able to understand and use these terms is an important science skill. Good vocabulary can help you say what you mean.
Standards
13 Resources
14 Favorites
13 Resources
14 Favorites