6th Grade Science
October 6th-10th

South Dakota Science Standard(s) Covered:
Indicator 1: Understand the nature and origin of scientific knowledge.

Recognize scientific knowledge as not merely a set of static facts, but is dynamic and affords the best current explanations.

Monday
  • Use the metric system when determining the length of objects.
  • Take precise measurements when finding the length of an object.
  • Use the 6 + 1 writing trait, "organization".
    • Use an inviting lead that "hooks" the reader.
    • Place supporting details so that they fit.
    • Use logical and effective structure, order, and sequence.
    • Give information at just the right moment.
    • Use smooth transitions to help the ideas flow together.

Assignment:  Review Length Lab  (12 & 13). Introduction for science project...rough draft due Wednesday.

 
Tuesday
  • Use the 6 + 1 writing trait, "organization".
    • Use an inviting lead that "hooks" the reader.
    • Place supporting details so that they fit.
    • Use logical and effective structure, order, and sequence.
    • Give information at just the right moment.
    • Use smooth transitions to help the ideas flow together.
  • Learn the parts of a TBB.
  • Learn the correct way to use a Triple Beam Balance. 

Assignment: Discuss Introduction.  Mass Notes (14).

 
Wednesday
  • Use the 6 + 1 writing trait, "organization".
    • Use an inviting lead that "hooks" the reader.
    • Place supporting details so that they fit.
    • Use logical and effective structure, order, and sequence.
    • Give information at just the right moment.
    • Use smooth transitions to help the ideas flow together.

Assignment:  Introduction Peer Review for science project.  Highlighted resources due.

 
Thursday
  • Learn the parts of a TBB.
  • Learn the correct way to use a Triple Beam Balance. 
  • Take precise measurements when finding the mass of an object.

Assignment: Mass Notes (14).

 
Friday
  • Use the 6 + 1 writing trait, "organization".
    • Use an inviting lead that "hooks" the reader.
    • Place supporting details so that they fit.
    • Use logical and effective structure, order, and sequence.
    • Give information at just the right moment.
    • Use smooth transitions to help the ideas flow together.

Assignment:  Type Introduction.

 

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