Grade 6 Worksheets

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• Explain conservation of mass in a closed system during physical and chemical processes using before-and-after measurements
• Use concrete examples (sealed reactions and closed-container phase changes) to distinguish conservation evidence from mass loss
• Identify why conservation of mass may not hold in open systems where mass exchange occurs

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• Construct evidence-based arguments linking ecosystem changes to population increases or declines.
• Analyze case studies such as predator reintroduction, invasive species, habitat fragmentation, and disease outbreaks.
• Interpret empirical data sets and longitudinal observations to understand population responses.+ Show more

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• Differentiate between physical changes and chemical changes based on what happens to matter
• Identify evidence of chemical changes such as gas formation, color change, and permanent texture changes
• Explain how particle rearrangement differs from particle bonding in physical vs chemical changes

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• Explain how flowers and cones support reproduction in plants.
• Describe how seeds and different dispersal mechanisms affect where plants grow.
• Compare vegetative propagation and seed-based reproduction in terms of regeneration and genetic diversity.

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• Identify producers, herbivores, and carnivores within food webs.
• Understand the flow of energy from producers to consumers.
• Recognize roles of decomposers in nutrient recycling.+ Show more

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• Explain why mixtures can be separated without forming a new substance
• Identify physical properties used to separate components of a mixture
• Match common separation methods to the mixtures and properties they use+ Show more

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• Understand key concepts related to Science
• Apply knowledge through practice questions
• Demonstrate comprehension of the material

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• Use source, purpose, date, and evidence to judge whether information online is reliable.
• Distinguish between reliable information and content with weak or missing evidence.
• Explain how credibility can change when an author or source is unclear.

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• Identify the key scientific evidence used in a policy decision.
• Explain how uncertainty and costs can affect policy choices.
• Use evidence and stakeholder values to justify a decision.

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• Explain how climate data collected over many years is different from weather data about one day.
• Interpret how graphs of temperature and precipitation show averages, variability, and possible extremes.
• Use evidence from multiple years to compare current climate patterns with historical baselines.

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• Understand how to measure temperature using thermometers
• Identify different types of measurement tools used in science
• Learn how environmental factors affect temperature readings+ Show more

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• Identify problems, criteria, constraints, solutions, and prototypes
• Sequence the steps of the engineering design process
• Compare design solutions using criteria and test data+ Show more

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• Explain how nutrient loading contributes to eutrophication in aquatic ecosystems.
• Describe how chemical contaminants can cause endocrine disruption and bioaccumulation in organisms.
• Use measurable indicators (dissolved oxygen, algal biomass, contaminant residues) to connect pollution to changes in species diversity and ecosystem functioning.

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• Explain how xylem and phloem move water, minerals, and sugars through a tree.
• Describe how freeze–thaw cycles, drought, and pest damage can change sap flow patterns.
• Identify how bark traits help protect trees from herbivory and fire.

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• Identify major types of transportation networks and describe what they connect
• Explain how transportation links support trade, mobility, and economic activities
• Describe how geography and settlement patterns influence where routes develop+ Show more

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• Revise writing for clarity by checking sentence boundaries and fixing run-on sentences or fragments.
• Use punctuation (commas, periods, and other end punctuation) to guide meaning and interpretation.
• Proofread to confirm correct spelling of key terms and consistent mechanical details.

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• Understand the concept of kinetic energy
• Identify different forms of energy as they appear in real examples
• Recognize how energy transforms from one form to another

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• Explain how different Canadian regions rely on and manage natural resources such as forestry, mining, agriculture, fisheries, and hydroelectric power
• Analyze how economic pressures and environmental rules influence extraction, conservation, and long-term regional stability
• Describe how changes in technology and markets can cause continuity and change in resource use+ Show more

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• Explain how glacial history and bedrock geology influence landforms and soil development in different Canadian regions
• Describe how erosion and soil depletion can affect ecosystems, farming, and infrastructure
• Identify examples of how human actions can cause continuity and change in terrain and vegetation patterns+ Show more

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• Explain how evidence supports a scientific claim by linking observations to an accepted concept or mechanism.
• Describe evidence using trends, ranges, and comparisons between expected and observed values.
• Compare competing explanations by deciding which one is better supported by the evidence.

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• Explain how resource conflicts develop when different groups value land, water, or minerals in different ways
• Describe the role of rights and consultation in resolving disputes about projects like hydroelectric dams and pipelines
• Analyze causes and consequences of resource conflicts for livelihoods, environments, and community relationships+ Show more

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• Describe how Earth’s water is stored in major reservoirs (oceans, lakes, rivers, groundwater, glaciers, and the atmosphere).
• Explain how water transfers between reservoirs when it changes state (solid, liquid, gas) and through processes like precipitation and runoff.
• Use reservoir connections to predict how water availability can change over time.

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• Explain how password security helps protect an account from unauthorized access.
• Describe features of strong passwords, including using a mix of character types.
• Identify safe password habits such as not sharing and not reusing passwords across accounts.

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• Identify the main idea of a paragraph by using topic sentences, repeated ideas, and connected details
• Distinguish the main idea from supporting details when wording changes across sentences
• Summarize a text accurately using the central point as a guide

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• Explain how a specific detail from a text shapes a reader’s reaction
• Connect ideas in a text to personal experiences, other texts, and real-world issues
• Analyze how tone and character choices affect interpretation and perspective+ Show more

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• Explain how headings, subheadings, and sectional labels organize information in a report or study guide.
• Use heading structure to predict what a section will discuss and to confirm meaning while reading.
• Compare sections by identifying the main idea signaled by each heading.

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• Understand how anatomical and molecular traits support hypotheses of common ancestry.
• Identify homologous structures, vestigial organs, and conserved DNA sequences.
• Interpret patterns of similarity and difference among taxa using phylogenetic trees.+ Show more

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• Understand how to identify simple temperature patterns over time
• Learn to interpret visual data representations of environmental trends
• Recognize the significance of seasonal and long-term temperature cycles+ Show more

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• Understand how traditional cultural practices adapt to modern influences.
• Identify benefits and challenges of cultural transformation.
• Recognize the importance of maintaining cultural diversity amid change.+ Show more

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• Describe how stewardship practices (planting, shelterbelts, urban canopy programs, and Indigenous land care) support ecosystems in Alberta.
• Explain how local actions can improve habitat connectivity, carbon storage, and water regulation over time.
• Use vocabulary from land stewardship to answer questions about cause and effect in landscapes.+ Show more

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• Describe the characteristics of solids, liquids, and gases.
• Explain how particles behave in each state of matter.
• Identify changes in energy that cause state changes.

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• Understand how unequal solar heating and planetary rotation influence global circulation patterns.
• Identify different atmospheric and oceanic circulation cells and their roles in climate.
• Explain how major ocean currents transport heat and moisture around the globe.+ Show more

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• Revise an informational or argumentative draft by improving logical order and paragraph structure.
• Strengthen coherence by refining topic sentences and ensuring evidence is placed where it best supports the claim.
• Eliminate repetition by combining, deleting, or replacing redundant details without losing meaning.+ Show more

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• Describe different wing shapes and their functions
• Identify features such as camber, thickness, and aspect ratio
• Explain how wing design affects lift and maneuverability+ Show more

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• Identify observable properties of matter (color, hardness, texture, and conductivity) and explain how they help describe substances.
• Classify matter based on its form (solid, liquid, or gas) and connect form to observable behavior.
• Use evidence from comparisons to support predictions about how materials will respond to heat or electricity.

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• Explain how an author’s point of view affects the presentation of information in a text.
• Identify clues of bias or perspective by analyzing tone, word choice, and supporting evidence.
• Evaluate how the author’s language choices influence a reader’s understanding of claims.

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• Demonstrate respectful oral communication by using appropriate turn-taking behaviors (entering, speaking, and pausing).
• Listen actively during discussions and respond by acknowledging and building on others’ ideas without repeating them.
• Use complete thoughts with clear connections to the topic and appropriate pacing during a conversation.

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• Identify major physical and human characteristics of selected Canadian regions (Arctic, Prairies, Boreal Shield, Great Lakes–St. Lawrence, Atlantic, Pacific Coast)
• Explain how landforms, climate, vegetation, and transportation networks influence daily life and settlement choices
• Describe continuity and change over time in regional economies and community development

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• Explain how decomposers (such as fungi and bacteria) break down dead matter into simpler substances.
• Describe how decomposition returns nutrients to the environment and supports producer growth.
• Identify ways decomposition prevents nutrients from becoming locked in dead organisms.

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• Understand how to interpret map symbols, scales, and legends.
• Identify geographic features, transportation networks, and settlement areas using maps.
• Analyze spatial patterns and their influence on human activities.+ Show more

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• Connect character development to specific textual evidence such as dialogue, internal thoughts, and significant actions
• Explain cause-and-effect relationships in a story by showing how one event influences the next
• Distinguish between what a character says, what the narrator shows, and what the plot requires when making interpretations+ Show more

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• Explain why software updates, strong account security, and backups help protect devices and data
• Identify good cybersecurity habits for everyday device use
• Match common cybersecurity terms to their meanings+ Show more

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• Use correct capitalization for proper nouns and the start of sentences.
• Apply standard punctuation, including commas in compound sentences and correct end punctuation.
• Choose correct spelling and edit writing for clarity using conventions.

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• Explain why chronological order helps readers understand historical change.
• Construct and interpret timelines to describe how events influence one another over time.
• Identify cause-and-effect relationships using properly sequenced historical evidence.

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• Identify common spelling errors and apply proofreading strategies to correct them
• Check unfamiliar words using reliable strategies (context, word parts, and reference tools)
• Find repeated mistakes that reduce clarity and revise drafts to protect meaning+ Show more

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• Explain how photosynthesis and cellular respiration transform energy in cells
• Describe how diffusion moves materials across cell membranes
• Compare passive and active transport using concentration gradients+ Show more

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• Explain how Independence Day celebrations have changed from early colonial gatherings to modern community events.
• Describe how cultural diversity and community spirit are reflected in Independence Day traditions.
• Apply basic fireworks safety practices and explain why responsibility matters during celebrations.

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• Identify how main headings, subheadings, and sectional labels organize information in an informational text.
• Use headings and their formatting to predict content and confirm meaning while reading.
• Explain how heading structures support comprehension by grouping related information and signaling relationships.