Science 6 & 7
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Big Ideas
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Multicellular organisms rely on internal systems to survive, reproduce, and interact with their environment.
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Everyday materials are often mixtures. | Newton’s three laws of motion describe the relationship between force and motion. | The solar system is part of the Milky Way, which is one of billions of galaxies. |
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Evolution by natural selection provides an explanation for the diversity and survival of living things.
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Elements consist of one type of atom, and compounds consist of atoms of different elements chemically combined. | The electromagnetic force produces both electricity and magnetism. | Earth and its climate have changed over geological time. |
Curricular Competency
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We are working on developing the following areas: Questioning and predicting Demonstrate a sustained intellectual curiosity about a scientific topic or problem of personal interest Make observations aimed at identifying their own questions about the natural world Identify a question to answer or a problem to solve through scientific inquiry Formulate alternative “If…then…” hypotheses based on their questions Make predictions about the findings of their inquiry Planning and conducting Collaboratively plan a range of investigation types, including field work and experiments, to answer their questions or solve problems they have identified Measure and control variables (dependent and independent) through fair tests Observe, measure, and record data (qualitative and quantitative), using equipment, including digital technologies, with accuracy and precision Use appropriate SI units and perform simple unit conversions Ensure that safety and ethical guidelines are followed in their investigations Processing and analyzing data and information Experience and interpret the local environment Apply First Peoples perspectives and knowledge, other ways of knowing, and local knowledge as sources of information Construct and use a range of methods to represent patterns or relationships in data, including tables, graphs, keys, models, and digital technologies as appropriate Seek patterns and connections in data from their own investigations and secondary sources Use scientific understandings to identify relationships and draw conclusions Evaluating Reflect on their investigation methods, including the adequacy of controls on variables (dependent and independent) and the quality of the data collected Identify possible sources of error and suggest improvements to their investigation methods Demonstrate an awareness of assumptions and bias in their own work and secondary sources Demonstrate an understanding and appreciation of evidence (qualitative and quantitative) Exercise a healthy, informed skepticism and use scientific knowledge and findings from their own investigations to evaluate claims in secondary sources Consider social, ethical, and environmental implications of the findings from their own and others’ investigations Applying and innovating Contribute to care for self, others, community, and world through personal or collaborative approaches Co-operatively design projects Transfer and apply learning to new situations Generate and introduce new or refined ideas when problem solving Communicating Communicate ideas, findings, and solutions to problems, using scientific language, representations, and digital technologies as appropriate Express and reflect on a variety of experiences and perspectives of place |
We will be investigating the following content this year: Term 1 & Term 2
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