6th Grade Science Grade Level Expectations
GLB # 1: I CAN describe the characteristics of matter.
Component 1: I CAN distinguish between elements, compounds, and mixtures.
Component 2: I CAN distinguish between the three main states of matter: solids, liquids, and gases.
GLB # 2: I CAN compare and contrast physical/chemical properties and changes.
Component 1: I CAN show that a chemical change creates a new material.
Component 2: I CAN show that a physical change does not create new materials.
GLB # 3: I CAN create a demonstration that shows my knowledge of motion and forces.
Component 1: I CAN explain how gravity works.
Component 2: I CAN show how force affects objects.
Component 3: I CAN identify the types of simple machines and how they do work.
GLB # 4: I CAN demonstrate how science, technology, and society are related.
Component 1: I CAN identify careers in science and technology.
Component 2: I CAN describe various places scientists can work.
Component 3: I CAN explain the influence of technology on science and society.
GLB # 5: I CAN use the scientific method to create an independent investigation.
Component 1: I CAN identify the steps involved in the scientific process.
Component 2: I CAN evaluate a scientific theory based on its ability to be testable and reproducible.
Component 3: I CAN use the scientific method to conduct my own investigation.
GLB # 1: I CAN describe the characteristics of matter.
Component 1: I CAN distinguish between elements, compounds, and mixtures.
Component 2: I CAN distinguish between the three main states of matter: solids, liquids, and gases.
GLB # 2: I CAN compare and contrast physical/chemical properties and changes.
Component 1: I CAN show that a chemical change creates a new material.
Component 2: I CAN show that a physical change does not create new materials.
GLB # 3: I CAN create a demonstration that shows my knowledge of motion and forces.
Component 1: I CAN explain how gravity works.
Component 2: I CAN show how force affects objects.
Component 3: I CAN identify the types of simple machines and how they do work.
GLB # 4: I CAN demonstrate how science, technology, and society are related.
Component 1: I CAN identify careers in science and technology.
Component 2: I CAN describe various places scientists can work.
Component 3: I CAN explain the influence of technology on science and society.
GLB # 5: I CAN use the scientific method to create an independent investigation.
Component 1: I CAN identify the steps involved in the scientific process.
Component 2: I CAN evaluate a scientific theory based on its ability to be testable and reproducible.
Component 3: I CAN use the scientific method to conduct my own investigation.