Grade 6

Science

Topic C: Sky Science

General Learner Expectation:

• 6–7 Observe, describe and interpret the movement of objects in the sky; and identify pattern and order in these movements.

Specific Learner Expectations:

• 9. Recognize that the other eight known planets, which revolve around the Sun, have characteristics and surface conditions that are different from Earth; and identify examples of those differences.

• 12. Understand that Earth, the Sun and the Moon are part of a solar system that occupies only a tiny part of the known universe.

F4: Students will become discerning consumers of mass media and electronic information.

2.1 recognize that graphics, video and sound enhance communication

C6 : Students will use technology to investigate and/or solve problems.

2.1 select and use technology to assist in problem solving