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    Grade 6 Science Curriculum

    Explore the natural world through inquiry-based investigations, developing scientific thinking skills and understanding of fundamental science concepts across multiple disciplines.

    Physical Science
    Life Science
    Earth Science
    Space Science
    Scientific Inquiry

    Science Learning Approach

    Grade 6 science emphasizes hands-on investigations, critical thinking, and real-world applications

    Inquiry-Based Learning

    Students ask questions, design investigations, and draw conclusions from evidence

    Cross-Curricular Connections

    Integrate mathematics, technology, and language arts with scientific concepts

    Real-World Applications

    Connect scientific principles to everyday life and Caribbean environmental contexts

    Structure and Properties of Matter

    Investigate atomic structure, chemical properties, and material behavior

    Key Topics:

    Atomic Structure
    Chemical Properties
    Material Behavior
    Molecular Motion

    Chemical Reactions

    Explore chemical changes, conservation of mass, and reaction evidence

    Key Topics:

    Chemical Changes
    Conservation of Mass
    Reaction Evidence
    Energy Transfer

    Inheritance and Variation of Traits

    Study heredity, genetic variation, and environmental influences on traits

    Key Topics:

    Heredity
    Genetic Variation
    Environmental Factors
    Life Cycles

    Waves and Electromagnetic Radiation

    Understand wave properties, electromagnetic spectrum, and energy transfer

    Key Topics:

    Wave Properties
    Electromagnetic Spectrum
    Energy Transfer
    Communication

    Forces and Interactions

    Analyze forces, motion, and gravitational interactions in systems

    Key Topics:

    Force and Motion
    Gravitational Forces
    Magnetic Forces
    Electric Forces

    Earth Systems

    Examine Earth's spheres, climate patterns, and natural resources

    Key Topics:

    Earth's Spheres
    Climate Patterns
    Natural Resources
    Human Impact

    Space Systems

    Explore solar system objects, gravity, and scale relationships

    Key Topics:

    Solar System
    Gravity
    Scale Relationships
    Space Exploration

    Science Activities & Investigations

    Hands-on learning experiences designed for Grade 6 students