Grade 6 Science Worksheets

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• Explain how cells convert energy to support life processes such as growth and repair
• Describe how photosynthesis and cellular respiration are connected through gas exchange
• Compare diffusion with transport mechanisms for moving materials across cell membranes

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• Explain how uneven heating creates pressure gradients that drive wind
• Identify how mountains and plains can change regional air flow patterns
• Describe real-life weather effects of low and high pressure zones

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• Understand what habitat fragmentation is and its causes.
• Identify the effects of habitat fragmentation on species and ecosystems.
• Explain strategies to mitigate habitat fragmentation.

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• Explain how survival and reproduction depend on how well traits match current environmental conditions.
• Describe how changes in temperature, drought, or food availability can shift which traits are most helpful.
• Connect adaptation to ecosystem change and resilience over time.

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• Understand the processes involved in mass wasting and surface reshaping.
• Identify causes and effects of slope instability.
• Describe different types of mass wasting events such as landslides and rockfalls.+ Show more

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• Understand how cells communicate through chemical and electrical signals.
• Differentiate between rapid nervous impulses and hormonal effects.
• Describe signaling pathways such as neurotransmission, receptor binding, and gene expression.+ Show more

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• Explain how carbon moves through air, water, and living organisms in an ecosystem
• Distinguish matter cycling from energy flow in food chains and trophic pathways
• Use carbon-cycle processes (photosynthesis, respiration, decomposition) to describe how matter is reused

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• Identify the major components of the solar system, including planets, dwarf planets, asteroids, and belts.
• Differentiate between terrestrial and gas giant planets based on their characteristics.
• Understand the concepts of planetary temperature, surface conditions, and habitability in relation to their environments.

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• Compare how kites, gliders, and round canopies use lift, drag, and control surfaces to stay in flight.
• Explain how design choices affect glide ratio, lift-to-drag performance, and maneuverability.
• Use quantitative and qualitative evidence to predict likely flight outcomes in Alberta-like conditions.

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• Explain how population trends affect resource demand and Earth systems
• Compare renewable energy, conservation, and circular resource strategies
• Describe trade-offs among environmental, social, and economic needs+ Show more

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• Use criteria to judge whether a scientific claim is supported by the evidence and methods provided.
• Evaluate relevance, consistency with observed patterns, and uncertainty when assessing claims.
• Match the scope of a claim to the strength and limits of the dataset.+ Show more

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• Understand the functions of root systems in trees
• Identify different types of root adaptations in various environments
• Explain how roots contribute to tree health and resilience

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• Identify common types of digital sources used for local environmental inquiries (datasets, sensors, and remote-sensing products).
• Use metadata, temporal resolution, and spatial coverage to judge whether a digital source is appropriate for an Alberta-focused question.
• Explain how licensing and standardized formats affect the ability to access, combine, and compare digital data.

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• Understand the iterative nature of scientific methods in testing hypotheses.
• Differentiate between descriptive and comparative scientific approaches.
• Learn how to define operational variables and select appropriate methodologies based on observable phenomena.+ Show more

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• Recognize safe handling procedures for measurement tools used in fieldwork.
• Identify proper storage, cleaning, and calibration practices for electronic measurement devices.
• Understand safety protocols and protective measures when working near wetlands or river sites.+ Show more

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• Understand how temperature influences the distribution of plants and animals.
• Learn about the ways physical factors shape habitats.
• Identify examples of how temperature variations affect metabolic rates and organism survival.

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• Explain how streamlining reduces aerodynamic resistance by shaping objects for smooth airflow.
• Identify key design features of streamlined shapes, such as rounded noses, tapered tails, and smooth surfaces.
• Describe how small shape changes can affect pressure distribution and the energy needed for motion.

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• Describe how organ systems (circulatory, respiratory, digestive, and nervous) work together to support body functions.
• Explain how tissues and organs contribute to system-level outcomes by connecting cellular processes to organ function.
• Use vocabulary from organ systems to identify roles of key organs (heart, lungs, liver, and brain).

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• Explain what a keystone species is and how it can influence an ecosystem disproportionately.
• Describe how trophic interactions (predators, herbivores, and producers) can create cascading effects.
• Identify indicators of keystone status and predict potential outcomes for biodiversity and habitat complexity.

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• Understand how carbon atoms cycle through ecosystems
• Identify the processes involved in the carbon cycle
• Explain why matter is conserved and reused in ecosystems+ Show more

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• Understand the difference between static and current electricity.
• Define electric charge, charge separation, and flow.
• Connect macroscopic phenomena like sparks and hair attraction to charge imbalance.+ Show more

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• Understand how genetic information influences phenotypic variation.
• Identify examples of inherited traits and environmental effects on organisms.
• Describe how environmental factors like temperature and nutrition can modify traits.+ Show more

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• Understand the concept of adaptation trade-offs and how they influence survival strategies.
• Compare specialist and generalist strategies in different environments.
• Analyze benefits and costs of narrow niche versus broad tolerance adaptations.+ Show more

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• Distinguish an observation from an inferential claim.
• Identify evidence that supports or does not support a claim.
• Explain why a reasoning claim needs sufficient evidence.

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• Explain how Earth’s orbit and axial tilt cause seasons.
• Identify how gravitational interactions affect planetary motion.
• Use evidence from day length and sunlight angle to support ideas about seasonal change.

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• Understand measures of biodiversity such as species richness, abundance, and evenness across ecosystems.
• Explore sampling methods like transects and quadrats used to quantify diversity.
• Interpret spatial patterns and relate biodiversity metrics to ecosystem stability and resilience.+ Show more

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• Understand the concept of systematic observation in scientific data collection.
• Differentiate between qualitative notes and quantitative measurements.
• Identify common instruments used in scientific observation such as rulers, balances, and thermometers.+ Show more

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• Understand how data from comparative tests informs design improvements.
• Analyze graphs, averages, and error discussions to make data-supported design choices.
• Evaluate trade-offs like strength versus weight or cost versus durability in optimization.

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• Identify different types of renewable energy systems and their energy transformation processes.
• Explain how energy is converted and where losses occur in renewable energy systems.
• Assess the practical limits and conservation constraints of sustainable energy sources.+ Show more

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• Explain what makes a design problem: a need plus measurable requirements and constraints
• Identify how sketches, dimensions, and performance goals help designers create testable solutions
• Use evidence from requirements (size, safety, budget) to choose and justify a solution

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• Understand the hierarchical organization of organisms from cells to body systems.
• Identify the functions of different body structures and their contribution to overall health.
• Explain how changes in one level of body organization can affect the entire system.+ Show more

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• Understand Earth's rotation and its role in creating day and night.
• Explain how Earth's tilt and orbit produce seasons.
• Identify key observations such as sunrise, sunset, and shadows to explain Earth’s movements.

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• Recognize differences between series and parallel circuits
• Understand how currents and voltages distribute in combined circuits
• Decompose complex circuits into simpler series and parallel parts+ Show more

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• Understand the importance of controlling variables in experiments.
• Identify different types of variables and controls used in scientific investigations.
• Explain why controlling variables ensures reliable evidence.+ Show more

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• Understand how genetic differences and environmental factors contribute to observable variation among individuals.
• Model the effect of allele combinations, mutations, and environmental influences on traits.
• Explain the limits of genetic explanations in traits affected by environment.+ Show more

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• Understand how comparative anatomy and molecular traits support evolutionary relationships among taxa.
• Analyze phylogenetic trees and interpret evidence for common ancestry and divergence.
• Identify homologous structures, vestigial organs, and conserved DNA sequences in different organisms.+ Show more

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• Identify producers in a food chain.
• Explain how energy starts in a food chain.
• Describe how energy decreases as it moves to higher trophic levels.

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• Identify and describe major forest types (boreal mixedwood, montane, subalpine, and aspen parkland).
• Explain how abiotic factors like elevation, soil moisture, and fire history influence forest distribution.
• Use forest-type evidence to predict habitat conditions and possible species compositions.

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• Apply scientific methods to local environmental and community issues using respectful, ethical engagement.
• Use consent, cultural sensitivity, and validation practices to responsibly collect and verify observations.
• Communicate findings clearly to non-specialist community members and propose actionable stewardship measures.

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• Write testable scientific questions and identify the independent and dependent variables in a scenario.
• Use operational definitions and fair-test design to separate variables and make controlled comparisons.
• Explain how documentation, reproducibility, and limitations support evidence-based conclusions.

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• Understand various community-based stewardship practices and their environmental benefits.
• Identify examples of stewardship activities in Alberta and their impact on landscape health.
• Recognize the connection between local stewardship efforts and broader ecological benefits.+ Show more

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• Explain how measurable evidence helps answer a scientific question.
• Identify the variables that change and the variables that stay the same in an investigation plan.
• Use evidence-based reasoning to choose and evaluate testable questions.

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• Identify common insulating materials such as rubber, glass, and dry wood.
• Understand how insulators prevent electrical charge flow and support safety.
• Compare bulk insulating properties with surface charge behaviors.+ Show more

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• Understand different measures of biodiversity such as species richness, abundance, and evenness across various ecosystems.
• Learn sampling techniques like transects and quadrats used for quantifying biodiversity.
• Interpret spatial patterns of biodiversity and relate these to habitat heterogeneity and ecosystem stability.+ Show more

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• Understand how models support explanations and guide uncertainty.
• Recognize the importance of stating assumptions in models.
• Learn how evidence is used to check and refine models.+ Show more

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• Understand how heat transfer causes changes in matter's state
• Identify everyday examples of melting, evaporation, and condensation
• Describe the process of energy absorption in matter

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• Understand the importance of formulating testable questions in science.
• Identify and define independent and dependent variables.
• Learn how to establish fair tests through operational definitions and controls.+ Show more

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• Understand molecular tools used in species classification, such as DNA barcoding and phylogenetic trees.
• Compare morphological and genetic approaches to species identification.
• Recognize cases where DNA analysis reveals cryptic species and informs taxonomy.+ Show more