Ireland · NCCA Curriculum Specifications
6th Class Scientific Inquiry and the Natural World
A comprehensive exploration of biological, physical, and chemical phenomena through hands on investigation. Students develop critical thinking skills by testing hypotheses and analyzing the impact of science on society and the environment.
The Living World: Systems and Survival
Investigating the complexity of human body systems and the diverse adaptations of plants and animals in their habitats.
Exploring how the circulatory and respiratory systems work together to sustain life.
Examining the internal structures of plants and the process of converting sunlight into energy.
Grouping organisms based on shared characteristics and understanding the importance of variety in ecosystems.
Materials and Change
Analyzing the properties of materials and the chemical changes that occur during heating, cooling, and mixing.
Investigating the behavior of particles in solids, liquids, and gases.
Distinguishing between physical changes like melting and chemical changes like burning.
Using physical processes to recover specific substances from a mixture or solution.
Forces and Energy
Exploring the physics of motion, the power of electricity, and the conservation of energy.
Studying gravity, friction, and air resistance through practical testing.
Building circuits to understand the flow of electrons and the function of components.
Investigating how light travels and how vibrations create the sounds we hear.
Earth and Space
Examining the relationship between the Earth, Sun, and Moon, and the geological processes of our planet.
Mapping the planets and understanding the movements that cause day, night, and seasons.
Identifying different rock types and exploring the composition of soil.
Tracing the movement of water through evaporation, condensation, and precipitation.
Environmental Awareness and Engineering
Applying scientific knowledge to solve environmental problems and design sustainable solutions.
Evaluating the benefits and challenges of wind, solar, and hydroelectric power.
Investigating the impact of non biodegradable materials on marine and terrestrial life.
Using the cycle of planning, creating, and testing to solve a specific scientific challenge.