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ARCHDIOCESE OF CINCINNATI – SCIENCE CURRICULUM MAPPING

The Archdiocesan Standards are integrated into the Content Focus on the Curriculum Map and reinforced in each unit taught. Science - 2015 Archdiocese of Cincinnati

GRADE 6 UNIT I EIT = 32 Days

Science Theme

Standard Description Content Academic Vocabulary

SIA 6.1 Identify questions that can be answered through scientific

investigations.

Science and scientific

explanations

Traits of scientists

Science and Pseudoscience

Logic and imagination in

science

Collecting empirical evidence

Science

Empirical evidence

Pseudoscience

Observations

Data

Experiments

Systematic

Natural events

Investigations

Alternative

Skepticism

Statistics

Tables

Graphs

Characteristics

SIA 6.6 Think critically and logically to connect evidence and

explanations.

SIA 6.7 Recognize and analyze alternative explanations and

predictions.

Science

Unit I Theme: Discovering Science

Unit I Objective: Science, Technology, Engineering

Lesson 1 Essential Question: What are the characteristics

of Science?

Catholic Identity

Unit I Theme: Recognizing Creation

Lesson 1 What are some of the mysteries of creation?



GRADE 6

Science Theme


SIA 6.6 Think critically and logically to connect evidence and

explanations.

Developing explanations

Identify theory

Supporting theories

Evaluating evidence

Reliable vs. unreliable scientific

sources

Infer

Theory/ies

Evidence

Investigation

Analyze

Scientific findings

Gravity


predictions.

Science



Lesson 2 Essential Question: What is Scientific Knowledge?

What are Scientific explanations?

Catholic Identity


Lesson 2 Discuss explanations about the mysteries of creation.



GRADE 6

Science Theme


SIA 6.1 Identify questions that can be answered through scientific

investigations.

Types of scientific

investigations

Experiment vs. investigations

Dependent variable,

independent variable, constants

Conducting a scientific

investigation

Benefits/limitations of scientific

experiments and investigations

Characteristics of good

scientific investigations

Experiment

Hypothesis

Variable

Observation

Data

Characteristics

Constants

Independent

Scientific investigations

SIA 6.2 Define and conduct a scientific investigation.

SIA 6.3 Use appropriate mathematics, tools and techniques to

gather data and information.

SIA 6.8 Communicate scientific procedures and explanations

Science



Lesson 3 Essential Question: How do you design and

conduct a scientific investigation?

Catholic Identity


Lesson 3 Discuss the designs of creation.



GRADE 6

Science Theme

Lesson Essential Question


SIA 6.3 Use appropriate mathematics, tools and

techniques to gather data and information. Observations and

measurements

International System of

Units (SI)

Scientific notation

Tools and measurement

values

Using technology and

computers in scientific

investigations

Importance of precision

and accuracy of

measurement

Scientific concepts

Quantitative

SI

Qualitative

Unit

Technical

communication

Base units

Second

Kelvin

Kilogram

Meter

Ampere

Mole

Candela

Derived units

Newton

Square meter

Scientific notation

Measuring

Position

Time

Length

Area

Volume

Temperature

Mass

Weight

Probe ware

GPS

Precision

Exactness

Actual value

Science



Lesson 4 Essential Question: What tools and measurements

are needed by Scientists?

Catholic Identity


Lesson 4 What measurements of God’s love were sent forth with

all His creations?



GRADE 6

Science Theme



SIA 6.4 Analyze and Interpret Data

Tables

Defining

Constructing

Interpreting

Graphs

Constructing

Interpreting

Statistics

Range

Median

Mode

Data set

Independent variables

Dependent variables

Interpret

Range

Data set mean

Mode

Median

Line graphs

Scatter plots

Histograms

Plot data

Scales

Parameters

SIA 6.5

Develop descriptions, models, explanations and

predictions.

Science



Lesson 5 Essential Question: What is learned from data by

Scientists and others?

Catholic Identity


Lesson 5 What lessons of creation do we learn from Genesis?



GRADE 6

Science Theme





Science, technology and

engineering

Relationship between

technology, engineering, math

and science

Technology used:

- to gather and analyze data in

scientific investigations

Simple and complex technology

The engineering design process

Probe ware

Products

Processes

Systems

Engineering

Technology

Technical skills

Research skills

Creative thinking skills

Prototype

Communicate results

SIA 6.5

Develop descriptions, models, explanations and

predictions.


Science



Lesson 6 Essential Question: What does the “Engineering

Design Process” mean?

Catholic Identity


Lesson 6 Discuss the consideration and mindfulness of God as

the Master Designer.



GRADE 6

S. T. E. M.


Unit I Objective: Building a Periscope




Bend light

Testing and evaluating

periscope

Johannes Gutenberg

Galileo

Redesigning

Periscope

Telescope

Microscope

Laser

Wavelength

Submarines

Mirrors

SIA 6.4 Analyze and Interpret Data




GRADE 6 UNIT II EIT = 35 Days


ESS 6.5

Rocks, minerals and soils have common and practical

uses.

Renewable/nonrenewable

natural resources

Natural resources

Material and energy resources

Geologic resources

Natural resource management

Natural resource

Renewable

Nonrenewable

Minerals

Fossil fuels

Extracted

Processed

Conservation

Stewardship

Science

Unit II Theme: Earth’s Resources

Unit II Objective: Natural Resources

Lesson 1 Essential Question: What are Earth’s Natural

Resources?

Catholic Identity

Unit II Theme: Gifts and Fruits of the Holy Spirit

Lesson 1 List and discuss some gifts of the Holy Spirit.



GRADE 6


ESS 6.1 Minerals have specific, quantifiable properties.

Matter

Minerals

Formation of

minerals

Characteristics of

minerals

Types of minerals

Properties of

minerals

Earth’s crust

Matter

Elements

Compounds

Silicate minerals

Non-silicate

minerals

Physical

properties

Molecule

Mass

Volume

Magma

Metamorphism

Quartz

Feldspars

Micas

Halides

Native

elements

Silicon-

oxygen

Oxides

Sulfates

Sulfides

Streak

Luster

Hardness

Fracture

Cleavage

Density

ESS 6.3 Use appropriate mathematics, tools and techniques to


ESS 6.5


uses.

Science


Unit II Objective: Minerals

Lesson 2 Essential Question: How can we describe

minerals? How do they form and how can they be

identified?

Catholic Identity


Lesson 2 How are the gifts and fruits of the Holy Spirit

recognized?



GRADE 6


ESS 6.2 Igneous, metamorphic, and sedimentary rocks have

unique characteristics that can be used for identification

and/or classification.

Weathering, erosion and

deposition

Three classes of rock

Rock cycle

Tectonic plate motion

Weathering

Erosion

Deposition

Sedimentary

Igneous

Metamorphic

Uplift

Subsidence

Rift

Rock cycle

Decompose

Geologic processes

Rift zone

Tectonic plates



Science


Unit II Objective: The Rock Cycle

Lesson 3 Essential Question: What is the rock cycle?

Catholic Identity


Lesson 3 What is the significance of “Rock” in the Catholic

Church?



GRADE 6


ESS 6.2

Igneous, metamorphic, and sedimentary rocks have

unique characteristics that can be used for identification

and/or classification.

Classifications of rocks

Igneous rock

Sedimentary rock

Metamorphic rock

Classify

Methods

Igneous rock

Extrusive igneous rock

Foliated

Non-foliated

Mineral grains

Solidifies


gather data and information

Science


Unit II Objective: Three Classes of Rock

Lesson 4 Essential Question: How do rocks form?

Catholic Identity


Lesson 4 Why do you think “Rock” is symbolic in the church?



GRADE 6


ESS 6.4 Soil is unconsolidated material that contains nutrient

matter and weathered rock.

Soil formation

Soil horizons

Soil characteristics

Soil

Humus

Soil horizon

Soil profile

pH

acid soil

basic soil

soil color

soil fertility

topography

nutrients

microorganisms

decompose

soil dwelling animals

ESS 6.5


uses.

Science


Unit II Objective: Soil Formation

Lesson 5 Essential Question: How does soil form?

Catholic Identity


Lesson 5 How do we receive gifts and fruits of the Holy Spirit?



GRADE 6


ESS 6.5


uses.

Energy resources

Fossil fuels

Nuclear energy

Fossil fuels

Nuclear energy

Generate

Advantages

Disadvantages

Atomic fission

Nuclei

Radioactive elements

Uranium

Mined

ESS 6.6

Think critically and logically to correct evidence and

explanation.

ESS 6.7 Recognize and analyze alternative explanations and

predictions.

Science


Unit II Objective: Nonrenewable Energy

Lesson 6 Essential Question: How do we use nonrenewable

energy resources?

Catholic Identity


Lesson 6 What are some things we can do to renew our faith?



GRADE 6


ESS 6.5


uses.

Energy resources

Energy from sun

Energy from earthy

Renewable/nonrenewable

energy

Solar energy

Geothermal energy

Hydroelectric energy

Biomes

Geothermal

Solar cells

Wind turbine

Hydroelectric

Harnessed

Replenish


predictions.

Science


Unit II Objective: Renewable Energy Resources

Lesson 7 Essential Question: How do humans use renewable

energy resources?

Catholic Identity


Lesson 7 How can Catholic Social Teachings help us renew our

faith?



GRADE 6

S. T. E. M.


Unit II Objective: Analyzing the Life Cycles of Aluminum and Glass


ESS 6.5


uses.

Analyzing the life cycles of

recyclable products

Evaluate financial and

environmental costs of

technology

Propose life cycle

improvements

Communicate results

Life cycle

Analysis

Bauxite

Smelting

Silica

BTU’s

Soda ash

Molten glass


predictions.




GRADE 6 UNIT III EIT = 30 Days


LS 6.1

Cells are the fundamental unit of life.

The cell

Cells vs. organisms

Cell theory

Contributions of cell theorists

Prokaryotes and Eukaryotes

Cell

Cell theory

Organism

Surface-area-to-volume-

ratio

Unicellular

Multicellular

Parts of a cell

Prokaryotes and Eukaryotes

Robert Hooke

Anton van Leeuwenhoek

Theodore Schwann

Rudolf Virchon

Cytoplasm

Organelles

DNA

James Watson and Frances

Crick

LS 6.2 All cells come from pre-existing cells.

LS 6.3 Cells carry on specific functions that sustain life.

Science

Unit III Theme: Cells

Unit III Objective: The Characteristics of Cells

Lesson 1 Essential Question: What is the composition of

living things?

Catholic Identity

Unit III Theme: God’s Divine Life

Lesson 1 Recount the story of the birth of Jesus



GRADE 6


LS 6.1 Cells are the fundamental unit of life.

Atoms

Molecules

Molecules for Life Processes

Role water plays in cells

Atom

Molecules

Compound

Six elements found in

living things

Nutrients

Four types of molecules

Chemical bonds

Carbon

Organism

Phospholipids

Lipids


Science


Unit III Objective: Chemistry of Life

Lesson 2 Essential Question: What are the Building Blocks

of Organisms?

Catholic Identity


Lesson 2 How are Acts of Faith, Hope and Love building blocks

in our daily life?



GRADE 6



Eukaryotic cells

Parts of Eukaryotic cells

Plant and animal cells

Cytoskeleton

Nucleus

Mitochondria

Ribosomes

Endoplasmic

Golgi complex

Vacuoles

Chloroplasts

Photosynthesis

Lysosomes

Digestion


LS 6.4 Living systems at all levels of organizations demonstrate

the complementary nature of structure and function.

Science


Unit III Objective: Cell Structure and Function

Lesson 3 Essential Question: What different parts make up a

cell?

Catholic Identity


Lesson 3 Name the divisions of the Bible and some

distinguishable differences.



GRADE 6



Cells to organisms

Cellular structure

Cellular function

Systems work together

Organism

Multicellular

Tissue

Organ

Organ system

Structure

Function

Nutrient

Waste removal

Epithelial tissue

Xylem tissue

Phloem tissue

Circulatory system

Respiratory system

Excretory system

Digestive system



Science


Unit III Objective: Levels of Cellular Organization

Lesson 4 Essential Question: How are living things

organized?

Catholic Identity


Lesson 4 Identify the communication of God’s divine life.



GRADE 6



Homeostasis in cells

Photosynthesis and cellular

respiration

Cell division

Passive transport

Active transport

Endocytosis

Exocytosis

Homeostasis in organisms

Unicellular organisms

Multicellular organisms

Cell division

DNA

Eukaryotes

Mitosis

Passive transport

Active transport

Endocytosis

Exocytosis

Vesicle

LS 6.2 All cells come from pre-existing cells.




Science


Unit III Objective: Homeostasis and Cell Process

Lesson 5 Essential Question: How do organisms maintain

homeostasis?

Catholic Identity


Lesson 5 What is the importance of prayer to maintain a

relationship with God?



GRADE 6

S. T. E. M.

Unit III Theme: Life Science

Unit III Objective: Analyzing Nutrients – Pugh Chart


SIA 6.4

Analyze and interpret data

Interpreting nutritional

information

Investigate nutritional values of

food

Construct a Pugh chart,

comparing nutritional values

numerically

Nutrition

Nutrient

Calorie

Carbohydrate

Protein

Cholesterol

SIA 6.8 Communicate scientific procedures and explanations.



GRADE 6 UNIT IV EIT = 30 Days



Classification

Carolus Linnaeus’s

contribution

Scientific Name

Taxonomy

Domains, Kingdoms, and

Levels

Branching Diagrams and

Dichotomous Keys

Genus name

Species

name

Taxonomy

Bacteria

Archaea

Eukarya

Protista

Fungi

Plantae

Animalia

Domain

Kingdom

Phylum

Class

Order

Family

Genus

Species

Branching

diagrams

Dichotomous

key

LS 6.4 Living systems at all levels of organizations

demonstrate the complementary nature of structure

and function.

SIA 6.5 Develop descriptions, models, explanations and

predictions.

Science

Unit IV Theme: Earth’s Organisms

Unit IV Objective: Classification of Living Things

Lesson 1 Essential Question: How are organisms

classified?

Catholic Identity

Unit IV Theme: Salvation

Lesson 1 How is God’s plan for salvation described in the Church’s

readings?



GRADE 6



Characteristics of archaea and

bacteria

How archaea and bacteria

reproduce

Characteristics of viruses

How viruses replicate

Molecules

Salt lakes

Nucleus

Genetic

Ribosomes

Nucleic acid

DNA

RNA

Host cell

Lytic cycle

Lysogenic cycle

Host



Science


Unit IV Objective: Archaea, Bacteria, Viruses

Lesson 2 Essential Question: What are microorganisms?

Catholic Identity


Lesson 2 Identify the theological virtues.



GRADE 6



Characteristics of protists

Reproduction and diversity in

protists

Characteristics of fungi

Reproduction and diversity in

fungi

Protista

Hyphae

Cilia

Flagella

Haploid gametes

Methods of reproduction

Sexual

Asexual

Budding

Binary fission

Photosynthesis

Spore

Chitin

Mycelium

Meiosis

Zygote fungi

Sac fungi

Club fungi



Science

Unit IV Theme: Organisms

Unit IV Objective: Protist and Fungi

Lesson 3 Essential Question: What are protists and fungi?

Catholic Identity


Lesson 3 Name some of the principals of Catholic Social

Teachings and their significance.



GRADE 6



Characteristics of plants

Photosynthesis

Significance of chlorophyll

Structure and function in plants

Nonvascular/vascular plants

Classification of plants

Photosynthesis

Chlorophyll

Nonvascular

Vascular

Seedless plants

Seed plants

Glucose

Carbon dioxide

Pigment

Stems, roots, leaves

Gas exchange

Fertilization

Zygote

Embryo

Sperm

Pollen

Gymnosperms

Angiosperms



Science


Unit IV Objective: Introduction to Plants

Lesson 4 Essential Question: What are Plants?

Catholic Identity


Lesson 4 Identify the fruits of the Holy Spirit and its

significance.



GRADE 6



Animal characteristics

Animal diversity

Invertebrate/vertebrate

Invertebrates

Porifera (sponges)

Cnidarian (stinging

jellyfish)

Ctenophore (comb jellies)

Platyhelminthes

(flatworms)

Nematode (round or

threadworms)

Annelida (segmented

worms)

Arthropoda (insects,

spiders, crabs and their

kin)

Mollusca (cuttlefish,

snails, muscles and kin)

Echinodermata (starfish,

sea cucumbers, and their

kin)

Reproduction

Sexual

Asexual

Invertebrate

Vertebrate

Porifera

Cnidarian

Ctenophore

Platyhelminthes

Mollusca

Annelida

Nematode

Arthropoda

Echinodermata

Backbone

External

Exoskeleton

Notochord

Pharyngeal slits

Lancelets

Endoskeleton

Braincase

Amphibians

Reptiles

Mammals

LS 6.4 Living systems at all levels of organizations

demonstrate the complementary nature of

structure and function.

Science


Unit IV Objective: Introduction to Animals

Lesson 5 Essential Question: What are Animals?

Catholic Identity


Lesson 5 Identify the theological virtues and why they are

important.



GRADE 6

S. T. E. M.


Unit IV Objective: Analyzing A Greenhouse



Plot temperature versus time on

a graph

Processes

Inputs

Outputs

System

Transferring energy as heat

Evaluating technological

systems

Convection

Radiation

Agriculture

Horticulture

Electromagnetic waves

Infrared

Spectrum

Conduction

Molecules

Vibrate

SIA 6.4

Analyze and interpret data


predictions.




GRADE 6 UNIT V EIT = 20 Days


PS 6.3

Describe and explain the two types of energy: Kinetic and

potential energy.

Kinetic and potential energy

Mechanical energy

Forms of energy

The law of conservation of

energy

Kinetic energy

Potential energy

Mechanical energy

Forms of energy

Gravitational energy

Sound energy

Electromagnetic energy

Waves

Chemical energy

Chemical bonds

Thermal energy

Nuclear energy

Electrical energy

Science

Unit V Theme: Energy and Motion

Unit V Objective: Introduction to Energy

Lesson 1 Essential Question: What is Energy?

Catholic Identity

Unit V Theme: The Sacraments

Lesson 1 Describe how you are renewed after celebrating the

sacraments.



GRADE 6


PS 6.2

Explain how changes of state are explained by a model of

matter composed of atoms and/or molecules that are in

motion.

Kinetic theory of motion

Temperature and measuring

temperature

Kinetic theory

Solids, liquids, gases

Thermal energy

Temperature

Degree

Thermometer

Fahrenheit

Celsius

Kelvin

PS 6.3

Describe and explain the two types of energy: Kinetic and

potential energy.

Science

Unit V Theme: Energy and motion

Unit V Objective: Energy and Temperature

Lesson 2 Essential Question: How are thermal energy and

temperature related?

Catholic Identity


Lesson 2 Describe the energy you receive from performing a

Corporal Work of Mercy.



GRADE 6


PS 6.4

Explain how an object’s motion can be described by its

speed and the direction in which it is moving.

Motion

Speed

Distance-time graphs

Velocity

Position

Reference Point

Motion

Speed

Vector

Velocity

Meter

Kilometer

Constant speed

S – d/t

Y-axis

X-axis



SIA 6.4 Analyze and interpret data

Science

Unit V Theme: Energy and Motion

Unit V Objective: Motion and Speed

Lesson 3 Essential Question: How are distance, time and

speed related?

Catholic Identity


Lesson 3 Describe the “new person” you become with Christ at

your side.



GRADE 6 UNIT VI EIT = 32 Days


PS 6.1 Defend that all Matter is made up of small particles called

atoms.

Matter

Mass and weight

Volume

Density

Matter

Mass

Weight

Volume

Displacement

Density

Variables

Gravitational pull

Ratio




Science

Unit VI Theme: Matter

Unit VI Objective: Introduction to Matter

Lesson 1 Essential Question: What properties define matter?

Catholic Identity

Unit VI Theme: The Eucharist

Lesson 1 Discuss your relationship with God.



GRADE 6



atoms.

Physical properties

Chemical properties

Comparing physical and

chemical properties

Using properties to identify

unknown substances

Physical properties

Density

Thermal conductivity

Electrical conductivity

Specific heat

Magnetism

Melting/freezing point

Boiling point

Solubility

Malleability

Ductility

Texture

State of matter

Appearance




predictions.

Science


Unit VI Objective: Properties of Matter

Lesson 2 Essential Question: What are physical and

chemical properties of matter?

Catholic Identity


Lesson 2 What contributes to stability with God?



GRADE 6



atoms.

Atomic structure and elements

Chemical symbols

Three classes of elements

Common elements on earth

Atoms

Physical properties

Metalloids

Solid land

Atmosphere

Electrons

Electric charge

Protons

Neutrons

Period table of elements

Chemical symbols

Nitrogen

Oxygen




Science


Unit VI Objective: Atoms and Elements

Lesson 3 Essential Question: How are atoms and elements

related?

Catholic Identity


Lesson 3 Are the body and soul related?



GRADE 6



atoms.

Particle combinations

Pure substances: elements and

compounds

Mixtures

Atoms

A compound

Physical changes

Periodic table

pH

Sodium chloride

Homogeneous

Heterogeneous

Colloids

Suspensions

Science


Unit VI Objective: Pure Substance and Mixtures

Lesson 4 Essential Question: How do pure substances and

mixtures compare?

Catholic Identity


Lesson 4 What elements do we need to have in order to share our

lives with God?



GRADE 6



atoms.

Particles in motion

Properties of solids, liquids, and

gases

Solid, liquids and gases

Infer

Atoms

Molecules

Energy

Volume

PS 6.2



motion.

Science


Unit VI Objective: States of Matter

Lesson 5 Essential Question: How do particles in solids,

liquids, and gases move?

Catholic Identity


Lesson 5 What factors need to be in place to move closer to God

each day?



GRADE 6


PS 6.2



motion.

Changes in states of matter

Changes between solid, liquid,

and gas states

Particles in motion

Speed of particles

Transferred energy

Melting

Kinetic energy

Freezing

0° C

100° C

Evaporation

Condensation

Deposition

Sublimation

Conserved mass of

substance



predictions.

Science


Unit VI Objective: Changes of State

Lesson 6 Essential Question: What happens when matter

changes state?

Catholic Identity


Lesson 6 Define/discuss the meaning of ashes to ashes and dust

to dust, we shall return.



GRADE 6

S. T. E. M.


Unit VI Objective: Identifying Risks and Benefits of Desalination



predictions.

Types of desalination process

Risks and benefits of the

desalination process

Desalination

Distillation

Reverse osmosis

Membrane

Multistate flash distillation


predictions.


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