Module Anchor Phenomena
Grade 6

Investigative Phenomena for the Next Generation of Scientists and Engineers

In Grade 6, students advance their scientific inquiry skills with real-world, investigative phenomena. Digital investigations and hands-on projects take students one step closer to mastering complex scientific concepts and designing innovative solutions, preparing them for the challenges of middle school science.

Find out more about these Module Anchor Phenomena below.

Grade 6, Module: BioTech Systems Worldwide

Module Anchor Phenomenon:

A patient who experiences heart failure can recover if their heart is replaced. How do human body systems and subsystems work together?

Grade 6, Module: Destination Everywhere! 

Module Anchor Phenomenon: Quito is not far from Cayambe, but Quito is warm all year round and the summit of Cayambe is always covered in snow. Even though it is cold every day at Cayambe’s summit, it only snows on some days. Weather and climate vary around the world, but we can use science and past trends to predict them.

Grade 6, Module: The Red List

Module Anchor Phenomenon: Sea otters in California have been protected by laws since 1913 but their population levels have not changed enough to take them off the endangered species list. How do the environment and genetics affect animals and plants?

Grade 6, Module: Cities of the Future

Module Anchor Phenomenon: New York City’s energy resources have changed over the past 400 years. The city plans to continue changing the types of resources it uses. How can we reduce harmful impacts on the environment in the places where people live?