Space Workbook (Grade 6 Ontario Science)

This workbook covers the Grade 6 Space unit in the NEW 2022 Ontario Science curriculum (Earth and Space Systems).

Students will demonstrate an understanding of the solar system, the phenomena that result from the movement of different bodies within it, and the technologies used in space exploration. The topics covered in the workbook are the history of space, the solar system, the sun, planets, satellites, seasons, the costs and benefits of space exploration, and the contributions of Canadian astronauts. 

Interactive, hands-on activities are explained, with follow-up worksheets included. There is a variety of readings, long and short answer questions, creative writing activities, and drawing prompts included to create a varied workbook suitable for many learning styles.

To support assessment practices, Ontario curriculum expectations (Strand A and E) are clearly identified on each page. A quiz is included at the end of the workbook.

Available in French: L'espace cahier (Grade 6 Ontario FRENCH Science)

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This resource includes:

• 48-page Space Workbook (B&W and Colour)
• 48-page Space ANSWER KEY
• TpT Easel Activity - This tool allows students to complete workbook pages digitally, with no printing necessary. New to using Easel by TpT? Check out this guide.

Table of Contents

1. Title Page
2. Table of Contents
3. K-W-L Chart
4. What is Space?
5. What is Space
6. History of Space
7. History of Space Questions
8. Mass and Weight
9. Mass and Weight
10. The Solar System
11. Light in Space
12. Light in Space
13. The Sun
14. The Sun Questions
15. Build a Sundial
16. Build a Sundial
17. Build a Sundial Questions
18. Moons
19. Planets
20. Terrestrial Planets
21. Terrestrial Planets
22. Gas Giant Planets
23. Gas Giant Planets
24. Orbital Periods
25. Earth’s Seasons
26. Satellites
27. Satellite Questions
28. Comets, Meteors, and Asteroids
29. Comets, Meteors, and Asteroids
30. Space Exploration
31. Benefits of Space Exploration
32. Benefits of Space Exploration
33. Costs of Space Exploration
34. Costs of Space Exploration
35. Space Exploration Benefits vs. Costs
36. Canadian Astronauts
37. Canadian Astronauts Questions
38. Canadian Astronauts Research
39. Canadian Astronauts Research
40. Canadian Astronauts Research
41. Space Survival
42. Space Survival
43. Space Survival Social Media
44. Vocabulary
45. Vocabulary
46. Space Quiz
47. Space Quiz
48. Space Quiz

Grade 6 Ontario Science Curriculum Expectations (2022)

E. Earth and Space Systems - Space

E1. assess the impact of space exploration on humans, society, and the environment

E2. demonstrate an understanding of the solar system, the phenomena that result from the movement of different bodies within it, and the technologies used in space exploration

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