Gizmos for Virginia - Science: 6th Grade (Standards of Learning adopted 2018)

This correlation lists the recommended Gizmos for this state's curriculum standards. Click any Gizmo title below for more information.

6.1: : The student will demonstrate an understanding of scientific and engineering practices by

6.1.a: : asking questions and defining problems

6.1.a.1: : ask questions to determine relationships between independent and dependent variables

6.1.a.2: : develop hypotheses and identify independent and dependent variables

6.1.a.3: : offer simple solutions to design problems

6.1.b: : planning and carrying out investigations

6.1.b.1: : independently and collaboratively plan and conduct observational and experimental investigations; identify variables, constants, and controls where appropriate, and include the safe use of chemicals and equipment

6.1.b.3: : take metric measurements using appropriate tools

6.1.b.4: : use tools and materials to design and/or build a device to solve a specific problem

6.1.c: : interpreting, analyzing, and evaluating data

6.1.c.2: : construct, analyze, and interpret graphical displays of data

6.1.c.4: : use data to evaluate and refine design solutions

6.1.e: : developing and using models

6.1.e.2: : use, develop, and revise models to predict and explain phenomena

6.1.f: : obtaining, evaluating, and communicating information

6.1.f.3: : construct, use, and/or present an argument supported by empirical evidence and scientific reasoning

6.2: : The student will investigate and understand that the solar system is organized and the various bodies in the solar system interact. Key ideas include

6.2.b: : planets have different sizes and orbit at different distances from the sun;

6.2.c: : gravity contributes to orbital motion; and

6.3: : The student will investigate and understand that there is a relationship between the sun, Earth, and the moon. Key ideas include

6.3.a: : Earth has unique properties;

6.3.b: : the rotation of Earth in relationship to the sun causes day and night;

6.3.c: : the movement of Earth and the moon in relationship to the sun causes phases of the moon;

6.3.d: : Earth’s tilt as it revolves around the sun causes the seasons; and

6.3.e: : the relationship between Earth and the moon is the primary cause of tides.

6.4: : The student will investigate and understand that there are basic sources of energy and that energy can be transformed. Key ideas include

6.4.a: : the sun is important in the formation of most energy sources on Earth;

6.4.b: : Earth’s energy budget relates to living systems and Earth’s processes;

6.4.c: : radiation, conduction, and convection distribute energy; and

6.4.d: : energy transformations are important in energy usage.

6.5: : The student will investigate and understand that all matter is composed of atoms. Key ideas include

6.5.a: : atoms consist of particles, including electrons, protons, and neutrons;

6.5.b: : atoms of a particular element are similar but differ from atoms of other elements;

6.5.c: : elements may be represented by chemical symbols;

6.5.d: : two or more atoms interact to form new substances, which are held together by electrical forces (bonds);

6.5.e: : compounds may be represented by chemical formulas;

6.5.f: : chemical equations can be used to model chemical changes; and

6.6: : The student will investigate and understand that water has unique physical properties and has a role in the natural and human-made environment. Key ideas include

6.6.c: : thermal energy has a role in phase changes;

6.6.d: : water has a role in weathering;

6.6.e: : large bodies of water moderate climate; and

6.6.f: : water is important for agriculture, power generation, and public health.

6.7: : The student will investigate and understand that air has properties and that Earth’s atmosphere has structure and is dynamic. Key ideas include

6.7.d: : there is a relationship between air movement, thermal energy, and weather conditions;

6.7.e: : atmospheric measures are used to predict weather conditions; and

6.7.f: : weather maps give basic information about fronts, systems, and weather measurements.

6.9: : The student will investigate and understand that humans impact the environment and individuals can influence public policy decisions related to energy and the environment. Key ideas include

6.9.e: : preventive measures can protect land-use and reduce environmental hazards; and

Correlation last revised: 9/16/2020

Virginia - Science: 6th Grade

Standards of Learning | Adopted: 2018