Framingham Public Schools

Sixth Grade Curriculum Outcomes

Language Arts | Math | Science | Social Studies | Art | Music, Choral & Instrumental
Physical & Health Education | World Languages | Technology & Engineering

Science

Basic Texts: Glencoe Science Interactions, Aldridge, et.al., 1995

Brief Statement of Subject Matter:

The grade six program involves students in the three strands of science – life science, physical science, and earth science. Exploration and inquiry is stressed. Laboratory skills and problem solving are also central to the programs. Science classes are heterogeneous, with modifications to fit individual abilities and learning styles.

Major Units:

1. Measurement and Scientific Tools
2. Environmental Interactions (Plants & Animals) covered in relation to each other and the environment as follows:
• Classification
• Microscopic Animals
• Invertebrates
• Vertebrates
3. Elements and Compounds
4. Vision and Light
5. Plant Kingdom – Environmental Interactions
6. Astronomy

The state frameworks revisions may necessitate some changes to the middle school curriculum.