6th Grade Science
Two major units will be taught this year. They are:
Weather and Water--investigate energy transfer, air pressure, and water cycle
Diversity of Life--use microscopes to study organisms, including cell and life functions
This class uses FOSS (Full Option Science System) as the basis for study. FOSS is aligned with Arizona State Standards and was developed through rich collaboration of scientists, educational researchers, curriculum developers, assessment specialists, teachers, administrators, community members, and parents. Students learn by doing science. FOSS engages students to construct an understanding through investigations and analyses, using lab equipment, readings, and interactive technology.
Goals for the Year
- Students will understand how to use the inquiry process to seek out possible answers to their curiosities.
- Students will be able to design an investigation and organize results and a conclusion.
FOSS MS Web Access
Username: hstafford
Password: lsscience
Password: lsscience
Convection
Density
Weather Smart Forecasting and
Weather Tools video
Weather Tools video
Click on the picture for the Scientific Method PowerPoint.