Science Standards

Trimester 1

Physical Science

6.3.1. I can organize materials according to similar properties.

6.3.2. I can use simple machines to change forces.

6.3.3. I can identify different forms of energy.

6.3.4. I can identify sources of energy.

6.3.5. I can explain how vibrations create wavelike disturbances that spread out from the source

History of Science

6.8.1. I can identify various settings in which scientists may work alone or in a team.

6.8.2. I can identify scientific advances that have resulted in new ideas and further advance.

Trimester 2

Earth and Space Science

6.5.1. I can identify adverse weather conditions and how humans prepare for them.

6.5.2. I can explain how rocks are formed.

6.5.3. I can describe the characteristics of the layers of the Earth.

6.5.4. I can identify the basic characteristics of objects in the solar system.

Science and the Environment

6.7.1. I can explain how natural hazards affect populations, resources, and the environment.

6.7.2. I can explain how recycling and conservation affect populations, resources, and the environment.

Trimester 3

Life Science

6.4.1. I can identify single- or multi-celled organisms. Students identify unicellular and multi-cellular organisms.

6.4.2. I can explain why reproduction is necessary for the continuation of the species.

All semesters

Process of Science Inquiry

6.2.1. I can explain the components of a scientific investigation.

6.2.2. I can select alternative methods of scientific investigations.

6.2.3. I can identify biases that may affect data collection and analysis.

6.2.4. I can use appropriate tools and techniques to gather and analyze data.

6.2.5. I can use data from scientific investigations to determine relationships and patterns.

Process of Science

6.1.1. Construct a model to represent concepts, features, or phenomena in the real world.

6.1.2. Identify systems that are composed of subsystems.

6.1.3. Explain the connection between cause and effect in a system

Science and Technology

6.6.1. I can identify examples of how technologies have evolved

6.6.2. I can design a product or solution to a problem given constraints.

6.6.3. I can explain the relationship between science and technology

ELA Science Standards

Reading

RST.1 Read closely and cite specific textual evidence to support analysis of science and technical texts.

RST.2 Determine the central ideas or conclusions of a text; provide an objective summary (distinct from personal opinions or judgements) of the text.

RST.3 Follow precisely a multistep procedure when carrying out experiments, taking measurements, or performing technical tasks.

RST.4 Determine the meaning of symbols, key terms, and other domain-specific words and phrases as they are used in a specific scientific or technical context relevant to grades 6–8 texts and topics.

RST.5 Describe how a text presents information

RST.6 Identify an author’s point of view or purpose and understand how it impacts content relevant to grades 6–8 texts and topics.

RST.7 Interpret information presented visually

RST.8 Distinguish among facts, reasoned judgment based on research findings, and speculation in a text.

RST.9 Compare and contrast the information gained from experiments, simulations, video, or multimedia sources with that gained from reading a text on the same topic.

RST.10 By the end of grade 6, read and comprehend grade level appropriate science/technical texts independently and proficiently with scaffolding as needed.

Writing

WHST.1 Write arguments focused on discipline-specific content.

WHST.2 Write informative/explanatory texts, including the narration of historical events, scientific procedures/ experiments, or technical processes.

WHST.4 Produce clear and coherent writing in which the development, organization, and style are appropriate to a range of tasks, purposes, and audiences.

WHST.5 With some guidance and support from peers and adults, develop and strengthen writing as needed by planning, revising, editing, rewriting, or trying a new approach, focusing on how well purpose and audience have been addressed.

WHST.6 Use technology, including the Internet, to produce and publish grade-level writing and present the relationships between information and ideas clearly and efficiently

WHST.7 Conduct short research projects to answer a question (including a self-generated question), drawing on several sources and generating additional related, focused questions that allow for multiple avenues of exploration.

WHST.8 Gather relevant information from multiple print and digital sources, using search terms effectively; assess the credibility and accuracy of each source; and quote or paraphrase the information and conclusions of others while avoiding plagiarism and following a standard format for citation.

WHST.9 Draw evidence from informational texts to support analysis reflection, and research.