Standards



=__//Science//__=

//Grade 6: Standard 6 - The Universe//

 * GLE 0607.6.4** Describe the different stages in the lunar cycle.


 * Check for Understanding 0607.6.4** Explain why the positions of the earth, moon, and sun were used to develop calendars and clocks.


 * SPI 0607.6.4** Explain the different phases of the moon using a model of the earth, moon, and sun.

The lunar cycle will be studied in detail in every lesson in our box. Our lesson will incorporate the concepts of time, location, and dates of lunar observations. Students will observe and report findings they have collected over month long period. We will also use various models to learn about the mechanics of the movement of the sun, earth, and moon. By using a multiple modes of investigation, about the moon students will understand every aspect of the lunar cycle. Wendy Woods


 * //__Social Studies__//**

**//Grade 6: Content Standard 1 - Culture//**
Culture encompasses similarities and differences among people including their beliefs, knowledge, changes, values, and traditions. Students will explore these elements of society to develop an appreciation and respect for the variety of human cultures.
 * //Content Standard 1.0 -//**

• 1.03 Appreciate the relationship between physical environments and culture. • 1.04 Recognize how cultural and individual perceptions affect places and regions
 * Learning Expectations:**

6.1.03 Appreciate the relationship between physical environments and culture. a. Identify characteristics of a physical environment that contribute to the growth and development of a culture. b. Evaluate the effect of technology on a culture. c. Explain why individuals and groups respond differently to their physical and social environments. 6.1.04 Recognize how cultural and individual's perceptions affect places and regions. a. Explain how information and experiences may be interpreted differently from people of diverse cultural perspectives and frames of reference. b. Describe instances in which language, art, music, belief systems, and other cultural elements can facilitate understanding or cause misunderstanding. Aimee Welton
 * Accomplishments**

We decided to incorporate social studies by encompassing the culture aspect into our science in a box project. We found a book that talks about a young African boy asking several different people about the moon. This allows students to learn about inquiry of the moon and get to experience a different culture while exploring the moon. Students will further explore their culture or another culture of their choosing to write their own legend about the moon and moon phases. Meredith Duncan

__Mathematics__ **Grade 6: Standard 1** - **Mathematical Processes** GLE 0606.1.2 Apply and adapt a variety of appropriate strategies to problem solving, including estimation, and reasonableness of the solution. GLE 0606.1.5 Use mathematical ideas and processes in different settings to formulate patterns, analyze graphs, set up and solve problems and interpret solutions. GLE 0606.1.7 Recognize the historical development of mathematics, mathematics in context, and the connections between mathematics and the real world. GLE 0606.1.8 Use technologies/manipulatives appropriately to develop understanding of mathematical algorithms, to facilitate problem solving, and to create accurate and reliable models of mathematical concepts.

0606.1.6 Model situations by devising and carrying out experiments and simulations. 0606.1.7 Formulate questions, design studies, and collect real world data. 0606.1.8 Determine an appropriate sample to test an hypothesis. 0606.1.9 Use age-appropriate books, stories, and videos to convey ideas of mathematics. SPI 0606.1.1 Make conjectures and predictions based on data.
 * Checks for Understanding (Formative/Summative Assessment):**
 * Checks for Understanding (Formative/Summative Assessment):**

Students will experience math in our Oreo Moon Phases activity. In this activity students will design the eight phases of the moon using the creme of an Oreo. They will be instructed on how to design these different phases by using fractions. We will also keep a brief moon journal, where students will predict what they think the moon will look like that night, then they will observe the actual moon and make conclusions from their observations. During their class students will graph the phases of the moon they see. Meredith Duncan

__//**Language Arts**//__ **//Grade 6: Standard 2 - Communication//** problem solving, and task completion.
 * //Listening//**
 * GLE 0601.2.1** Demonstrate critical listening skills essential for comprehension, evaluation,

Students will learn critical listening skills by listening to the story about the African boy inquiring about the moon. Questions will be asked throughout the reading to help students with comprehension. Upon finishing the story students will be assigned to write their own legend about the moon and the moon phases from their culture or a culture of their choosing. Meredith Duncan We also discussed having students create a voice thread of their legends to incorporate verbal communication and technology to the lesson. Aimee Welton

__** Reading **__

 **Grade 6:Content Standard: 1.0** The student will develop the reading and listening skills necessary for word recognition,
comprehension, interpretation, analysis, evaluation, and appreciation of print and non-print text. **Learning Expectations:** GLE 0601.1.01 Continue to develop oral language and listening skills.

GLE 0601.1.06 Expand reading vocabulary.

GLE 0601.1.09 Refine study skills and develop methods of research to enhance learning. GLE 0601.1.12 Experience and explore the elements of various literary and media genres. GLE o6o1.2.1 Demonstrate critical listening skills essential for comprehension, evaluation, problem solving, and task completion. GLE 0601.4.2 Gather relevant information from a variety of print and electronic sources, as well as from direct observation, interviews, & surveys.

**Checks for Understanding (Formative/Summative Assessment**)  * ** 0601.2.1 ** Follow multi-step oral instructions to perform single tasks, to answer questions, and to solve problems. <span style="font-family: Georgia,serif;">** *0601.4.10 ** Collect evidence in various ways (e.g., gathering relevant reasons, examples, <span style="font-family: Georgia,serif; font-size: 15px;">and facts; defining key terms and ideas; identifying relationships such as cause/effect).

<span style="font-family: Georgia,serif;"> Students will incorporate the three standards of reading into their reports for each lesson. Each lesson covering the moon phase requires students to listen, communicate, write, and observe. Wendy Woods