6th Grade Science

Investigating forces, energy, and Earth's place in the universe.

Forces and MotionForms of EnergyEarth’s Place in the Universe
Newton's Laws of MotionEnergy Transformations and ConservationSeasons, Moon Phases, and Eclipses
Building Simple MachinesSaving Energy at Home and SchoolObserving the Sky
Using Diagrams and ModelsBreaking Down ProblemsMaking Connections
Forces and MotionForms of EnergyEarth’s Place in the...Newton's Laws of Mot...Energy Transformatio...Seasons, Moon Phases...Building Simple Mach...Saving Energy at Hom...Observing the SkyUsing Diagrams and M...Breaking Down Proble...Making Connections
Study Strategies

Making Connections

Linking Science to Everyday Life

Try connecting new science topics to things you see or do every day. Relating lessons to sports, cooking, or your favorite hobbies makes learning more interesting and memorable.

Ask yourself, 'Where have I seen this before?' or 'How can I use this?' This helps you understand and remember what you learn in science class.

Examples

  • Connecting friction to sliding down a playground slide.

  • Relating energy transformations to eating lunch and playing sports.