Grade 6 Science
Bring a science article and summarize it. It can be any science topic from space to weather.
Grade 6 Science
Bring a science article and summarize it. It can be any science topic from space to weather.
Grade 6 Science 3-24-08
Research the building materials that was used in the 1600’s.
Read Chapter on Weather
Grade 6 Science march 19
Bring in your research for the globe theatre and rose theatre.
Grade 6th Science March 03, 2008
Read pages 175-179 and do question 1
Grade 6th Science February 25, 2008
Read page 171 to page 174 and define new vocabulary
Grade 6th Science February 15, 2008
Remember to complete your science fair project.
Grade 6th Science February 11, 2008
Read pages 162-168 and answer questions 1 and 3
Grade 6th Science February 11, 2008
Read pages 162-169, and finish atmosphere foldables about the atmosphere.
Grade 6th Science February 6, 2008
Read the following pages 150-151 and answer questions 1, 3, 5
Grade 6th Science February 5, 2008
Read the following fact. To survive in its arctic environment, a polar bear needs good insulation against the cold. Underneath its fur, a polar bear has 10 cm of insulating blubber (fat). Name 5 other animals that has this Blubber (fat) that can live in an arctic environment.
Grade 6th Science February 4, 2008
Write a paragraph about making Goo today in science lab. In your paragraph write the steps, materials, the feel of the goo and what did you think of the lab.
Grade 6th Science February 01, 2008
Read in the following pages in your science textbook pages 136 to 139 answer questions 1 and 3 in your science notebook.
Grade 6th Science January 22, 2008
Write a paragraph of what happen in science class with water and the index card. What were the steps.
Grade 6 Science January 10, 2008
In your wcience workbook pages 44, 45, 46, 47
Grade 6 Science January 9, 2008
In your science work book page 41, 42 and 43. Bring this book everyday with you
Grade 6 Science January 8, 2008
Bring a Science article tomorrow for group work.
Grade 6 Science January 7, 2008
Write a story called, “The day in the life of a water molecule.” In the story you are the water molecule and you write a story where you go from a frozen state to a liquid state to a vapor state. write about what happens to you at each state.
Science 6th grade homework number 64
Read pages 109 to 116 and define the vocabulary words on page 109.
Grade 6 Science January 2, 2008
Explain what happened in science class. What “magical” force allowed the paper clip to float in water? State the materials and steps used to conduct this experiment.
Don’t forget to submit your science fair ideas for discussion/approval.
Science #62 December 21, 2007
For Holiday Homework for Science
For when we come back we need to have 5 topics for science fair. You will have to give me the 5 topics and we will discuss which topics should be done. Remember you can not do volcanoes; there is “no show and tell.”
The topic has to be researched try to make the project hard and interesting. Use http://www.sciencebuddies.org for ideas.
For fun try a Virtual Dissection at
https://spotlight4.edublogs.org/homework/under-an-owls-skin/
Science #61 December 20, 2007
For homework write a paragraph about the experiment that was done in class from when the paper clip was dropped into the water what happen? What happen when I dropped the paper clip into oil, and what happen when I dropped the paper clip into the water-oil mixture? What are some of the things you notice?
Science #61 December 16, 2007
Read page 104 to 108 in your science textbook and in your student work book page 40 the whole page.
Science #60 December 7, 2007
Homework question to be done on looseleaf paper. What is my ice cube that we talked about. Is it a sold or a liquid. Write as much as you can.
Science #59 December 6, 2007
Reread pages 104 to 108 and do question #2
Science #58 December 3, 2007
Read pages 104 to 108 and do questions one and three.
Science #57 November 30, 2007
Do those hand outs for homework.
Science #56 November 29, 2007
Read pages 80 to 84, then answer question number 1 on page 84. Be ready to talk about what the 4 pages have to say. Here is the website to see your weights on different planets.
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Science # 55 November 28,2007
For homework write a two paragraph essay about what was done in science class about gravity and what effects of this force. This will be done in your notebook.
Science6 #54 November 27, 2007
Use the vocabulary study words to study for quiz tomorrow.
Science6 #53 November 26,2007
On page 98 in your science textbook answer question 1-9.
Science6 #50 November 21, 2007
In a 2 paragraph response
Using clues from the photographs showing bones (from main page) see if you can figure out what animal it is. Describe its life as an animal.
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Science6 #49 November 16, 2007
Read pages 90-91 (Pulleys) Compare and Contrast- Movable and Fixed Pulleys using a Venn- Diagram
Review section for quiz next week
Science6 #48 November 15, 2007
Write a reflection about the model pyramids. This should be in paragraph form. Homework check tomorrow.
Science6 #47 November 14, 2007
Read pages 88 to 90 and answer question number 5 that is on page 90.
Science6 #46 November 13, 2007
PTC Review past assignments
Science6 #45 November 9, 2007
In an essay, write about the project that was done in class from the first step to the last step. In the essay there should be the weights of each object the amount of Newtons that were used, and items that were used in the project. There will be a homework check on Wednesday.
Science6 #44 November 8, 2007
Define the following words:
Simple Machine
Compound machine
Inclined Plane
Wedge
Screw
Lever
Wheel and axle
Pulley
Science6 #43 November 7, 2007
In your science notebooks make a list of 3 simple machines and 3 compound machines that you see in your homes or you see everyday.
Science6 #42 November 5, 2007
Study for section one quiz on Wednesday
Look over simple machine questions that might appear on the quiz
Remember! No school tomorrow
Reread section one of chapter 2
Science6 #41 November 2, 2007
In your science text book do the two questions at the bottom.
Science6 #40 November 1, 2007
1. A librarian lifts a box of books that weighs 93 N a distance of 1.5m How much work does he do?
2. Mr. S. lifts weights at the gym. He lifts 645 N (newtons) and carries it 5 meters, how much work does he do?
3. Mr. M.’s computer weighs 17.8 N (newtons) and he carries his computer 10 meters, how much work does Mr. M do when he carries his computer?
Remember the formula:
W=Fd
Science6 #39 October 31, 2007
Trick or Treat
Science6 #38 October 30, 2007
Review previously learned material
Science6 #37 October 29, 2007
Read the following pages 76 and page 77 and page 78. and answer question number 1 on page 78 in the self check box.
Science #36 October 26, 2007
Be prepared for notebook check
Science #35 October 25, 2007
In your textbook read the following pages 74 and 75 and look up the two vocabulary words.
Science #34 October 24, 2007
Start to think of the work that you did today and think how it fits into our new topic simple machines?
Science6 #33 October 23, 2007
On a piece of loose leaf paper, write a reflection about getting ready for the trip. If you are a team leader what can you do to help your team.
Science6 #32 October 22, 2007
In your science textbook answer pages 70 from 1 to 8 and study for test tomorrow.
Science6 #31 October 19, 2007
In your science notebook answer checking progress questions on
page 68 questions 10-19
Science6 #30 October 18, 2007
In your science textbook finish reading pages 62 and page 63 also answer question number 1 and question number 3 on page 63
Science6 #29 October 17, 2007
In your textbook read pages 60, 61, and answer This question, explain why solar energy is considered an inexhaustible source of energy?
Science6 #28 October 16, 2007
In your science textbook question number 4 on page 63.
Think critically: Identify advantages and disadvantages of using fossil fuels, hydroelectricity, and solar energy as energy sources
6th Grade Science User Name: NYSCIG6 Password: wrlezou1
Click on the links category along the side
Science6 #27 October 15, 2007
Finish space report that is due Wednesday. Make sure it is typed or neatly hand written.
Science6 #26 October 12, 2007
Outline for the planet project.
Paragraph 1
Decide the planet that you want to research about. Write about the history of that planet and when that planet was discovered and by whom, and research diameter (size) of the planet.
Paragraph 2
This paragraph is going to discuss the characteristics of the planet. For example, the planet is Mars. The color of Mars is red. The reason why it is red is because of the sand that is found on the surface.
Paragraph 3
Can this planet support life, why or why not? What did you learn from your research?
This paper needs be typed or neatly hand written.
Science6 #25 October 11, 2007
Read the Hydroelectricity section of the chapter. If you do not have the textbook, use the online book to complete the homework.
Science6 #24 October 10, 2007
Review previously learned material
Science6 #23 October 9, 2007
Explain the reasons why Mr. S’s experiment did not work in class. Also explain the ways the experiment could have worked?
This should be written in your science lab notebook.
Science6 #22 October 5, 2007
Read the following article that is found at this link
and write a summary in paragraph form describing the article.
Be prepared to discuss the details.
Science6 #21 October 4, 2007
Read section about Fossil Fuels
Science6 #20 October 3, 2007
6th Grade Science
1) Use each of the five vocabulary words that are on page 55 in your science textbook in a sentence.
2) Study for quiz tomorrow
Science6 #19 October 2, 2007
Science homework
Finish reading pages 52 and 53 and answer questions 1,2, and 3. Your answers should be in complete sentences.
Quiz on Thursday
Science6 #18 October 1, 2007
Homework question
Analyze how chemical energy can be transformed into light, electricity or mechanical motion as well as heat
Give an example for each transformation
Science6 #17 September 28, 2007
Review previously learned material using notes
Science6 #16 September 27, 2007
In a two paragraph essay, look around your house and notice which energies change from one form to another. How did they change? Use a lot of details
Science6 #15 September 26, 2007
Chart the pros and cons of nuclear energy, electrical energy and windmill energy.Once the chart has been complete, write a paragraph about the pros and cons for each of the energies (nuclear, electrical, and windmills). Complete assignment on loose-leaf. Assignment will be graded. At least 3 paragraphs are expected, one for each topic.
Science6 #14 September 25, 2007
In your science notebook, record different ways the word energy is used. Which ways of using the word energy are closest to the definition of energy given in this section?
Science6 #13 September 24, 2007
Reread Energy of Position on page 44. (If you do not have the textbook click on the link for 6th grade textbook)
Write a paragraph answering this question
If two vases are side by side on a shelf, one can have more potential energy than the other, why?
Science6 #12 September 21, 2007
Review previously learned material using notes
Science6 #11 September 20, 2007
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In your science notebook name five items that give off energy.
Science6 #10 September 19, 2007
Answer in your science lab book or on a sheet of loose leaf paper.
Lightning is a natural electrical spark. Sometimes the lightning we see goes from the clouds to the ground, but lightning also travels within a single cloud and between two clouds.
Questions
1. When do you most often see lightning?
2. Since lightning is a form of electricity, do you think it could be used by people to run appliances? Why or why not?
Science6 #9 September 18, 2007
Remember to study for science quiz tomorrow. The quiz will cover chapter one.
Science6 #8 September 17, 2007
Answer the following question in a paragraph.
When scientists are observing their experiments they take notes. Why do you think it is important for scientists to record notes at the moment? Why is it a bad idea for scientists to wait to record their notes?
Complete on a sheet of loose-leaf.
Science6 #7 September 12, 2007
Last chance to make up any missed homework!
(All prior homework assignments are posted.)
Finish the self check questions 1 through 6 on page 26 of your textbook.
(Hint: The answers are in the chapter.) Reread the chapter.
Reminder:
There will be a quiz next week.
Science6 #6 September 11, 2007
Read page 26 in your science textbook and review the previous pages that were covered in class today.
Science6 #5 September 10, 2007
Complete Assignment in Science Notebook.
Answer the four questions on page 20 in your textbook.
http://www.glencoe.com/sites/common_assets/science/ose/
The user name and password is located on the last page of the user guide.
Science6 #4 September 7, 2007
Reflection: Write about the procedures scientists follow to explore different questions they encounter everyday? First step is to observe situations around you.
Assignment completed in science notebook.
Science6 #3 September 6, 2007
Complete Mini Lab #1 (Classifying Parts of a System)
What is the main idea of section one of today’s reading? (Paragraph form with supporting details)
Assignment completed in science lab book.
Science6 #2 September 5, 2007
Bring in required supplies.
Science6 #1 September 4, 2007
Bring in required supplies.