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    4. Science Activities

    Grade 6 Science Activities

    Comprehensive hands-on investigations designed to build deep understanding of scientific concepts through inquiry-based learning and real-world applications.

    Activity Features

    Inquiry-based investigations with clear learning objectives
    Collaborative learning with differentiated support
    Hands-on experiments with quantitative analysis
    Caribbean context and real-world applications

    Structure and Properties of Matter

    Hands-on investigations of atomic structure, molecular models, and material properties

    60-75 minutes

    Key Activities

    • Building Atomic Models with Marshmallows
    • Synthetic vs. Natural Materials Investigation

    Skills Developed

    Molecular modeling
    Material testing
    Data analysis

    Real-World Applications

    Medicine development, material engineering, nanotechnology

    Chemical Reactions

    Quantitative analysis of chemical changes and energy transformations

    50-75 minutes

    Key Activities

    • Baking Soda and Vinegar Quantitative Analysis
    • Steel Wool Oxidation Energy Investigation

    Skills Developed

    Chemical analysis
    Energy measurement
    Conservation laws

    Real-World Applications

    Industrial chemistry, corrosion prevention, energy storage

    Inheritance, Variation and Life Cycles

    Long-term studies of life cycles, genetics, and reproduction

    3-4 weeks + daily observations

    Key Activities

    • Complete Butterfly Life Cycle Investigation
    • Plant Reproduction and Pollination Laboratory

    Skills Developed

    Long-term observation
    Data tracking
    Life cycle analysis

    Real-World Applications

    Agriculture, conservation biology, pest management

    Waves and Electromagnetic Radiation

    Comprehensive wave properties and sound transmission studies

    75-90 minutes

    Key Activities

    • Wave Properties Investigation
    • Sound Wave Transmission and Properties

    Skills Developed

    Wave measurement
    Frequency analysis
    Engineering design

    Real-World Applications

    Communication technology, medical imaging, earthquake detection

    Forces and Interactions

    Newton's laws, collision dynamics, and electromagnetic forces

    80-90 minutes

    Key Activities

    • Newton's Third Law Action-Reaction Investigation
    • Collision Dynamics and Momentum Conservation
    • Electromagnetic Force Investigation

    Skills Developed

    Force measurement
    Mathematical modeling
    Safety analysis

    Real-World Applications

    Vehicle safety, space technology, transportation systems

    Matter and Energy in Organisms and Ecosystems

    Population dynamics, competition, and ecosystem interactions

    75-90 minutes + ongoing monitoring

    Key Activities

    • Predator-Prey Population Dynamics Simulation
    • Ecosystem Resource Competition Investigation

    Skills Developed

    Population modeling
    Statistical analysis
    Systems thinking

    Real-World Applications

    Wildlife management, agriculture, conservation planning

    Interdependent Relationships in Ecosystems

    Symbiosis, food webs, and ecosystem stability studies

    80-90 minutes

    Key Activities

    • Symbiotic Relationships Investigation Laboratory
    • Food Web Disruption and Cascade Effects

    Skills Developed

    Relationship analysis
    Network thinking
    Impact assessment

    Real-World Applications

    Ecosystem restoration, invasive species management, biodiversity conservation

    Energy

    Kinetic energy, potential energy, and thermal energy investigations

    85-100 minutes

    Key Activities

    • Kinetic Energy Quantitative Investigation
    • Potential Energy and Energy Transformations
    • Thermal Energy Transfer Engineering Challenge

    Skills Developed

    Energy calculations
    Engineering design
    Efficiency optimization

    Real-World Applications

    Renewable energy, building design, transportation efficiency

    Space Systems

    Solar system scale, gravitational forces, and orbital mechanics

    85-95 minutes

    Key Activities

    • Solar System Scale Investigation and Modeling
    • Gravitational Forces and Orbital Mechanics

    Skills Developed

    Scale modeling
    Mathematical analysis
    Space technology

    Real-World Applications

    Space exploration, satellite technology, astronomy

    History of the Earth

    Continental drift evidence and plate tectonic processes

    85-90 minutes

    Key Activities

    • Continental Drift Evidence Analysis
    • Plate Tectonics and Earth Processes Investigation

    Skills Developed

    Evidence analysis
    Geological modeling
    Historical thinking

    Real-World Applications

    Natural hazard prediction, mineral exploration, climate understanding

    Earth Systems

    Water cycle quantification and resource management studies

    95-100 minutes + ongoing monitoring

    Key Activities

    • Water Cycle Quantitative Investigation
    • Earth's Resources and Human Impact Investigation

    Skills Developed

    Systems analysis
    Resource assessment
    Sustainability planning

    Real-World Applications

    Water management, environmental protection, sustainable development

    Assessment and Differentiation

    Assessment Strategies

    • • Performance-based assessment through practical application
    • • Portfolio development showing learning progression
    • • Collaborative project evaluation
    • • Real-time formative assessment during investigations
    • • Student reflection and self-assessment

    Differentiation Support

    • • Visual supports and multilingual resources
    • • Flexible timing and alternative recording methods
    • • Extension investigations for advanced learners
    • • Collaborative grouping strategies
    • • Technology integration and assistive tools