Grade 6 Science Worksheets

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• Explain the purpose of tables, bar graphs, and line graphs when representing data
• Identify how labels, units, and scales help readers interpret graphs accurately
• Choose an appropriate data representation for different types of observations (numerical vs. categorical)

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• Identify graph patterns such as increasing, decreasing, plateau, and curved change from given data.
• Describe trends using quantitative language (direction, rate/steepness, and changes in values).
• Use simple evidence from graphs to make comparisons across different conditions.

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• Explain how Bernoulli’s principle links fluid speed and pressure in moving air
• Describe how pressure differences can contribute to lift on an airfoil
• Use examples (model gliders, wind tunnels, local airflow) to connect fluid pressure to motion+ Show more

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• Explain what makes a scientific question testable by linking it to measurable evidence.
• Identify independent and dependent variables and describe which conditions must stay constant.
• Revise a question so it includes clear measurable outcomes and observable criteria.

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• Explain how evaporation can separate a soluble solid from a liquid by state change
• Use evidence such as disappearance of liquid and recovered mass to describe evaporation separation
• Distinguish evaporation from size-based separation methods+ Show more

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• Identify observable properties of matter, including color, hardness, texture, and conductivity.
• Classify substances as solids, liquids, or gases based on evidence.
• Use property evidence to support predictions about how materials will behave.

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• Explain how drag, surface area, porosity, and suspension geometry affect a parachute’s descent.
• Describe the relationship between mass-to-area ratio and typical descent speed using the idea of terminal velocity.
• Analyze how design trade-offs influence descent stability and ground impact conditions.

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• Explain how magnetic separation separates mixtures based on magnetic properties.
• Identify which materials in a mixture will move toward a magnet and which will stay behind.
• Describe how observations from a magnetic separation experiment support the conclusion about nonmagnetic and magnetic substances.+ Show more

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• Explain how Earth’s tilt and the Sun’s angle affect seasonal patterns in Alberta.
• Describe how Alberta’s continental climate and geography influence spring, summer, fall, and winter conditions.
• Connect seasonal solar changes to environmental effects such as river ice breakup and agricultural timing.+ Show more

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• Explain how the apparent motion of the Sun, Moon, planets, and constellations follows predictable patterns from a fixed location.
• Use observation of seasonal constellations and planetary motion to make simple predictions about what will be visible at different times.
• Interpret statements about celestial cycles as true or false based on the idea of repeating patterns.

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• Explain how filtration separates a mixture based on particle size and whether particles can pass through a barrier.
• Identify which part of a sand–water mixture becomes the solid residue and which part becomes the filtrate.
• Use observations such as sediment thickness and liquid clarity to support separation claims.+ Show more

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• Explain how solar and lunar eclipses depend on the alignment of the Sun, Earth, and Moon
• Describe how orbital inclination and imperfect alignment affect whether an eclipse is partial or total/annular
• Interpret why eclipses are relatively rare for a given location using celestial geometry and timing

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• Explain how Indigenous and settler communities observed celestial patterns for seasonal planning and cultural practices
• Describe how solar and lunar cycles can be used to support navigation and timekeeping
• Compare different ways people record and predict celestial events using oral knowledge and early written observations+ Show more

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• Describe how predictive models represent Earth–Sun geometry to forecast observable sky events.
• Use axial tilt and orbital position ideas to explain changes in daylight and solar angles through the seasons.
• Interpret simple model outputs (descriptions or diagrams) to predict timing of sunrise, sunset, and lunar phases.

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• Describe how a Sun–Earth–Moon geometric model predicts lunar phase illumination from a viewpoint
• Use the model to explain the sequence of crescent, quarter, gibbous, and full Moon phases
• Relate observed changes in phase over time to the Moon’s apparent motion and the synodic period

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• Explain how scientific models use assumptions to represent real-world phenomena
• Identify evidence-based ways to check whether a model’s predictions match observations
• Describe the limitations of a model and connect conclusions to the strength of the evidence

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• Explain how Earth’s axial tilt affects seasonal changes in solar angle and daylight duration.
• Describe how changing solar angle and day length influence temperature and climate patterns.
• Connect seasonal differences to observable changes in living things and daily life.

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• Explain how the Sun’s apparent position changes with the day and seasons, affecting shadow length and direction
• Describe the relationship between solar elevation angle and the length of a shadow
• Use observations (noon, shortest/longest shadows, and yearly directional changes) as evidence for Earth’s motion and axial tilt

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• Explain what disturbance regimes are and how fire and other disturbances shape forests.
• Describe how frequency, intensity, and spatial extent affect regeneration and succession.
• Use evidence from text to identify main ideas and support claims about forest change.

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• Explain how energy flows through producers, consumers, and decomposers in a food web.
• Identify trophic relationships and describe how multiple food chains connect in an ecosystem.
• Use examples from forests (such as Alberta forests) to predict how changes can affect trophic interactions.

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• Explain the iterative design process using prototypes, measurement, and refinement.
• Identify how specifications and performance criteria guide design decisions.
• Describe trade-offs among lift, drag, weight, and stability in aircraft/glider concepts.+ Show more

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• Explain how DNA barcoding and sequence comparison help identify species.
• Describe how phylogenetic trees use genetic similarities and differences to show relationships.
• Compare morphological keys with molecular genetic evidence in classifying organisms.+ Show more

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• Explain how different root structures help trees anchor, take up water and nutrients, and store resources.
• Describe how mycorrhizal associations support absorption of water and nutrients, especially during drought.
• Connect root adaptations to tree distribution, competition, and recovery after disturbance.

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• Describe how community planting, shelterbelts, and urban canopy programs support local ecosystems.
• Explain how stewardship practices improve habitat, carbon storage, and water regulation.
• Connect stewardship actions to both place-based examples in Alberta and broader environmental benefits.

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• Identify major parts of a tree (roots, trunk, branches, leaves, buds, bark) and describe their functions.
• Explain how form–function relationships help trees survive in different environments.
• Connect tree anatomy to real examples from Alberta habitats.

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• Identify key parts of a science data table (column headings, units, time stamps, and metadata).
• Use conventions to interpret measurements correctly and consistently.
• Determine whether a data table entry is complete and reliable for later reanalysis.

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• Identify common types of digital sources (datasets, sensors, and remote-sensing products) used for local science inquiry
• Use metadata to verify temporal resolution and spatial coverage when interpreting digital information
• Explain how licensing and standardized formats affect reuse and comparison of digital sources+ Show more

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• Explain how scientists transform observations into evidence-based claims.
• Select appropriate visuals (bar, line, scatter) to communicate patterns in data.
• Use descriptive statistics and reporting conventions to support clear scientific communication.+ Show more

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• Define operationally what a scientific observation means by stating how it is measured
• Convert qualitative ideas into quantitative measurements using clear units and procedures
• Compare and evaluate measurement definitions for clarity, reliability, and reproducibility

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• Identify common measurement tools and the type of quantity each tool measures
• Explain how calibration and unit choice affect the accuracy of collected data
• Record observations consistently so the data can be graphed and compared over time

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• Explain what measurement uncertainty is and why scientific measurements can vary.
• Identify common sources of uncertainty, including instrument resolution, environmental variation, and human observation limits.
• Use repeated measurements, ranges, and percent error ideas to estimate uncertainty.+ Show more

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• Identify patterns in environmental data by describing trends, cycles, and anomalies
• Use descriptive statistics and moving averages to interpret data more clearly
• Explain how seasonal decomposition and graphs help reveal recurring patterns+ Show more

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• Explain the differences between random, stratified, and systematic sampling
• Identify trade-offs between sample coverage, bias reduction, and practical constraints
• Evaluate how sampling choices affect the strength and limits of conclusions

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• Identify safe ways to select, handle, clean, and store scientific measurement tools (thermometers, pH probes, anemometers, and dataloggers).
• Explain how calibration checks, battery management, and proper PPE reduce errors and hazards during fieldwork.
• Describe protocols that prevent contamination of samples and protect equipment from damage.

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• Explain how nutrient loading contributes to eutrophication and oxygen loss in aquatic ecosystems
• Describe how chemical contaminants can cause endocrine disruption and bioaccumulation in organisms
• Connect measurable indicators (dissolved oxygen, algal biomass, contaminant residues) to changes in biodiversity and ecosystem functioning

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• Explain how cell specialization enables cells to perform specific functions in the body
• Describe how differentiation and gene expression can lead to specialized structures and proteins
• Connect specialized tissues to how organs carry out complex tasks

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• Explain how bones, joints, and muscles work together to support the body and produce movement
• Identify how muscles use contraction and how joints control motion
• Describe how the nervous system and circulatory system support musculoskeletal function

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• Explain how internal physiological processes help organisms survive environmental extremes
• Describe examples of physiological adaptations involving heat exchange, kidney function, and metabolic rate changes
• Identify how hormones support temperature, hydration, and energy balance

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• Define an organ and describe how organs are made of multiple tissue types working together.
• Explain how tissue interactions inside an organ help it perform a specific function.
• Use organ structure and function examples (heart, stomach) to describe how specialized cells produce outputs needed for survival.+ Show more

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• Explain how feedback mechanisms help the body maintain homeostasis through coordinated system responses
• Identify examples of system integration, such as temperature regulation and blood glucose control
• Use evidence from a passage to determine main ideas and predict how changes affect internal conditions

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• Explain how resistors convert electrical energy into thermal energy using power relationships.
• Describe how internal resistance in a source reduces terminal voltage under load.
• Use circuit power and voltage ideas to predict heating and changes in battery life.+ Show more

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• Explain how sound travels as a mechanical wave through particles in different media.
• Relate frequency to pitch and amplitude to loudness using evidence and examples.
• Describe how sound speed depends on medium and temperature and how it affects wavelength.+ Show more

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• Identify the basic components of a simple electrical circuit (source, conductors, load, and control elements).
• Describe what each circuit component does and how it helps electrical energy flow.
• Explain energy transformations in a simple circuit using correct component roles and vocabulary.

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• Identify common forms of energy (kinetic, potential, thermal, chemical, electrical) in real-world situations
• Explain how energy transforms when one form changes into another in natural and engineered systems
• Use energy vocabulary to describe what energy is stored, what energy is moving, and what energy results

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• Explain how wavelength and frequency relate to the energy of light.
• Describe how light can behave as both waves and particles (photons).
• Use wavelength to predict which parts of the electromagnetic spectrum are visible and which are not.+ Show more

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• Explain how reflection changes the direction of light using the angle of incidence and angle of reflection
• Describe how refraction bends light when it travels between materials with different refractive indices
• Use refractive index and lens ideas to predict how images form in everyday optical situations+ Show more

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• Explain how interference and superposition determine whether waves add or cancel
• Describe resonance and standing waves using nodes and antinodes
• Compare constructive interference, destructive interference, and damping effects on wave energy+ Show more

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• Differentiate physical and chemical changes using evidence from everyday examples
• Identify signs of chemical change such as new substances, gas formation, and precipitates
• Explain how particle-level ideas (bond breaking/forming) relate to observable changes