Science - Gr 6

Biodiversity

In this Science unit, children will have the opportunity to discover that maintaining diversity is critical to the health of the planet, therefore it is important to understand the connection between all living things. Students will need a parent or other helper to guide them through these activities and help them discuss the reflection questions.

Students will demonstrate an understanding that biodiversity includes the diversity of individuals, species, and ecosystems. Students will also be asked to consider how the choices made by humans can impact biodiversity..

Listen/Watch/Do - Everglades Ecosystem

Learn 360 Video - This video examines the ecosystem of the everglades. After watching the clip, decide what is one factor that would benefit this ecosystem? What is one factor that could hurt this ecosystem? Explain both responses.

Listen/Watch/Do - Identifying Plants & Animals

OERB - How Many Different Types of Plants and Animals can You Identify and Describe? - This activity looks at some of the plants and animals that exist in various habitats. The classifications of various species are also examined. As you read through the information, please complete the activities (on-line) provided.

Write - Circuit Builder

Gizmos - In this activity you will use to create a circuit that uses the components and the materials provided. Your finished circuit needs to work and include each one of the components (you do not need to use all the materials. Take a screenshot of your finished circuit and add it to your Google Drive.

Write - Narrative Task

A Day in the Life... - Narrative Writing Activity - Your goal in this activity is to write a narrative story from the perspective of any animal of your choice. Your short story must include the elements (character, setting, plot, conflict), as well as important information about the animal you selected. Plan out your story using Mindomo, and write your story using a Google Doc.

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