Gateways to Science Grade 6 for Teachers resources

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Gateways to Science STAAR Edition, Grade 6 TEKS Scientific Processes—Lesson Checklist TEKS Lessons 6.1A Demonstrate safe practices during laboratory and field investigations as outlined in the 1.1 Gateways to Science Texas Safety Standards 1.2 Safety 6.1B Practice appropriate use and conservation of resources, including disposal, reuse, or 2.3 Defining Density recycling of materials 6.2A Plan and implement comparative and descriptive investigations by making observations, 2.4 Density of Regular- asking well-defined questions, and using appropriate equipment and technology Shaped Objects 6.2B Design and implement experimental investigations by making observations, asking well- 3.3 Potential and Kinetic defined questions, formulating testable hypotheses, and using appropriate equipment Energy and technology 6.2C Collect and record data using the International System of Units (SI) and qualitative 2.4 Density of Regular- means such as labeled drawings, writing, and graphic organizers Shaped Objects 6.2D Construct tables and graphs, using repeated trials and means, to organize data and 2.4 Density of Regular- identify patterns Shaped Objects 6.2E Analyze data to formulate reasonable explanations, communicate valid conclusions 2.4 Density of Regular- supported by the data, and predict trends Shaped Objects 6.3A In all fields of science, analyze, evaluate, and critique scientific explanations by using 2.5 Density of Liquids empirical evidence, logical reasoning, and experimental and observational testing, including examining all sides of scientific evidence of those scientific explanations, so as to encourage critical thinking by the student 6.3B Use models to represent aspects of the natural world such as a model of Earth's layers 2.9 Elements and Compounds 4.2 Planet Locations and Properties 4.5 Earth's Layers 6.3C Identify advantages and limitations of models such as size, scale, properties, and 2.9 Elements and Compounds materials 4.2 Planet Locations and Properties 4.5 Earth's Layers 6.3D Relate the impact of research on scientificthought and society, including the history of 3.2 Energy Debate science and contributions of scientists as related to the content 6.4A Use appropriate tools to collect, record, and analyze information, including 2.3 Defining Density journals/notebooks, beakers, Petri dishes, meter sticks, graduated cylinders, hot plates, test tubes, triple beam balances, microscopes, thermometers, calculators, computers, timing devices, and other equipment as needed to teach the curriculum 6.4B Use preventative safety equipment, including chemical splash goggles, aprons, and 1.1 Gateways to Science gloves, and be prepared to use emergency safety equipment, including an eye/face wash, a fire blanket, and a fire extinguisher 1.2 Safety *Process skills are embedded in all lessonsbut only indicated uponfirst introduction. © REGION 4 EDUCATION SERVICE CENTER. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. 1

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