Prince Edward Island · Grade 6
Science, Grade 6
Prince Edward Island’s Grade 6 science course, from Diversity of Living Things to Experimentation.
- Units
- 5
- Lessons
- 8
- Skills
- 24
- Provincial exam
- None
- Official curriculum
- princeedwardisland.ca
Unit by unit
Every skill in the course, numbered by unit.
Unit 1 · 6 skills
Diversity of Living Things
Classifying and Adapting
Classifying living things
I can classify living things using their features and a classification system.
Skill 1.1
Mi'kmaq plant knowledge
I can describe local plants valued by the Mi'kmaq and their features.
Skill 1.2
Vertebrates and invertebrates
I can describe the difference between vertebrates and invertebrates.
Skill 1.3
Adaptations for survival
I can determine adaptations that help animals survive in their environments.
Skill 1.4
Biodiversity and Balance
Human impact on biodiversity
I can examine how human activities impact biodiversity.
Skill 1.5
Solutions for climate and net-zero
I can propose solutions to reduce climate change's effects and move toward net-zero.
Skill 1.6
The official wording · 6 outcomes
- 1.1
- classify living things (plants and animals) found in local habitats using distinguishing features and classification systems
- 1.2
- describe distinguishing features of local plants known to have medicinal and/or nutritional value to Mi’kmaq people
- 1.3
- describe the most significant differences between vertebrates and invertebrates
- 1.4
- determine the unique characteristics/features/adaptations that help vertebrates and invertebrates to survive and thrive in their environments
- 1.5
- examine which human activities have the greatest impacts on biodiversity and cause imbalances in our planet
- 1.6
- propose effective solutions to mitigate the effects of climate change on biodiversity
Key ideas
Classifying means grouping living things by shared features.
Biodiversity is the variety of life in an area.
Scientists use distinguishing features to sort organisms.
Human activities can reduce biodiversity.
Plants and animals can be grouped into categories.
Watch out for
- Thinking there is only one way to group living things.
- Thinking human activities do not affect biodiversity.
- Grouping by unimportant features instead of distinguishing ones.
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Unit 2 · 5 skills
Solar System
The Sky and Cultures
Astronomy across cultures
I can describe how astronomical phenomena shaped different peoples' knowledge and lives.
Skill 2.1
Tools to observe the solar system
I can use optics and a design process to make a tool for observing the solar system.
Skill 2.2
Components and Models of the Solar System
Components of the solar system
I can describe the components of the solar system and their characteristics.
Skill 2.3
Modelling phases, eclipses, and tides
I can use a model to show how moon phases, eclipses, and tides happen.
Skill 2.4
Earth's movement and life's patterns
I can use a model to show how Earth's rotation and tilt cause day/night and seasons.
Skill 2.5
The official wording · 5 outcomes
- 2.1
- describe how various representations of astronomical phenomena (constellations, moon phases, eclipses, tides) contribute to knowledge, ways of living, and community activities of various peoples (navigation, traditions, stories and beliefs)
- 2.2
- use optics and the engineering design process to create tools that help us better observe the solar system
- 2.3
- describe the distinguishing physical characteristics of components of the solar system—specifically, the sun, planets, moons, comets, asteroids, and meteors
- 2.4
- use models to effectively show and describe how the relative positions of Earth, the moon, and the sun are responsible for the moon phases, eclipses, and tides
- 2.5
- use models to determine which key mechanisms of the Earth’s movement (rotation, tilt) has influence on patterns of life (occurrence of day/night, yearly seasonal cycles, Earth’s natural rhythms)
Key ideas
Astronomical phenomena include constellations, moon phases, eclipses, and tides.
The solar system has the Sun, planets, and moons.
Peoples used the sky for navigation and tracking time.
It also has comets, asteroids, and meteors.
The sky is part of many traditions, stories, and beliefs.
Watch out for
- Thinking only modern science studies the sky.
- Thinking the Sun is a planet.
- Thinking the sky had no role in daily life.
Every skill’s key ideas, worked examples and checks are in MapleMind.Practise this unit
Unit 3 · 6 skills
Electricity and Circuits
Circuits and Conductors
The dangers of electricity
I can explain the dangers of electricity and how to stay safe.
Skill 3.1
Series and parallel circuits
I can build series and parallel circuits.
Skill 3.2
Conductors and insulators
I can test whether materials are conductors or insulators.
Skill 3.3
Static Electricity and Energy Sources
Static electricity
I can produce static electricity and describe its properties.
Skill 3.4
Impacts of energy sources
I can determine the environmental impacts of energy sources.
Skill 3.5
Indigenous ways of knowing and energy
I can describe how Indigenous knowledge and ways of knowing help us conserve energy and resources.
Skill 3.6
The official wording · 6 outcomes
- 3.1
- explain the dangers of electricity at work or at play
- 3.2
- construct a variety of simple electrical pathways (series, parallel) involving a device that emits light, sound, or causes motion
- 3.3
- test a variety of materials to determine if they conduct electricity (conductors vs insulators)
- 3.4
- determine ways to produce static electricity and identify the resulting properties
- 3.5
- determine the most significant environmental impacts of renewable and nonrenewable energy sources
- 3.6
- describe the important ways Indigenous knowledge and ways of knowing about energy conservation and resources can contribute to sustainability practices
Key ideas
Electricity can cause shocks, burns, and fires.
Static electricity is a build-up of charge on a surface.
We must be careful around outlets and wires.
Rubbing two objects transfers electrons.
Water and electricity together are dangerous.
Watch out for
- Thinking small electric shocks are always harmless.
- Thinking static is the same as circuit electricity.
- Thinking electricity is safe near water.
Every skill’s key ideas, worked examples and checks are in MapleMind.Practise this unit
Unit 4 · 4 skills
Flight
The Forces of Flight
Flight in living and non-living things
I can compare how living and non-living things achieve flight.
Skill 4.1
The four forces of flight
I can describe the four forces involved in flight.
Skill 4.2
Bernoulli's principle and lift
I can explain how Bernoulli's principle helps create lift.
Skill 4.3
Building a flying device
I can design and build a flying device.
Skill 4.4
The official wording · 4 outcomes
- 4.1
- compare the adaptations and mechanisms that enable flight in both living and non-living things
- 4.2
- describe the forces involved in flight (lift, gravitational, drag, and propulsion)
- 4.3
- explain the role of Bernoulli’s principle in flight
- 4.4
- use the engineering design process to construct an effective prototype of a flying device
Key ideas
Living things like birds and insects have flight adaptations.
Non-living things like airplanes have flight mechanisms.
Wings provide lift for both birds and planes.
Birds flap; planes use engines and propellers for thrust.
Lift is the force that holds a flying object up.
Watch out for
- Thinking birds and planes fly in completely different ways.
- Thinking wings are not needed for flight.
- Thinking only one force acts on a flying object.
Every skill’s key ideas, worked examples and checks are in MapleMind.Practise this unit
Unit 5 · 3 skills
Experimentation
Designing an Investigation
Performing an investigation
I can perform an investigation and record my observations.
Skill 5.1
Analysing and interpreting data
I can analyze and interpret the data from my investigation.
Skill 5.2
Communicating results
I can communicate the results of my investigation.
Skill 5.3
The official wording · 3 outcomes
- 5.1
- perform an investigation and record observations
- 5.2
- analyze and interpret data
- 5.3
- communicate the results of an investigation
Key ideas
An investigation is a fair test to answer a question.
We control the variables to be fair.
We follow procedures carefully and safely.
We record observations as we go.
Data is the information we collected.
Watch out for
- Changing many variables at once and calling it fair.
- Thinking we can remember results without recording.
- Drawing a conclusion the data does not support.
Every skill’s key ideas, worked examples and checks are in MapleMind.Practise this unit
Plan the term
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The official curriculum
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Questions about Science, Grade 6
What is Science, Grade 6?
Prince Edward Island’s Grade 6 science course: 5 units and 24 skills, from Diversity of Living Things to Experimentation.
What units are in Science, Grade 6?
1. Diversity of Living Things, 2. Solar System, 3. Electricity and Circuits, 4. Flight and 5. Experimentation.
Is there a provincial exam for Science, Grade 6?
No. Prince Edward Island gives no provincial exam for Science, Grade 6.
What comes after Science, Grade 6?
Science, Grade 7.
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