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.
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
Chemical Reactions
Explore chemical changes, conservation of mass, and reaction evidence
Inheritance and Variation of Traits
Study heredity, genetic variation, and environmental influences on traits
Waves and Electromagnetic Radiation
Understand wave properties, electromagnetic spectrum, and energy transfer
Forces and Interactions
Analyze forces, motion, and gravitational interactions in systems
Earth Systems
Examine Earth's spheres, climate patterns, and natural resources