Science 6A-6A Assignments

If you need a good starting point with your board game design use this one.

Checklist: your instruction manual should include the following pieces of information: 

Game Title
Game description
Recommended number of players
Objective
Set up instructions
Gameplay instructions
Any instructions for cards or special pieces


You should also decorate your instructions to match your game. The game board and manual should match in theme, colors, and fonts. Feel free to use my template below or ANY bifold template here: https://www.canva.com/templates/?query=bifold

Hi 6th Grade,

I am linking a template of the cards I made for my game. If you need a starting place, these may be helpful.

Hi 6th Grade, if I'm not back in time for class please follow the directions below to practice using TinkerCad for 3D design. Today you are working independently on TinkerCad and will need to sit in your normal assigned seats, NOT with your project group. See the seating chart attached below. 


Use this link to learn more about using 3D design on TinkerCad. Click on the tutorial for "Place It." After completing each tutorial, you can screen shot your progress and attach it here. This website will show you how to use TinkerCad. Complete ALL lessons, even if you feel familiar with TinkerCad, it is helpful to practice using these tutorials. 

Thank you 6th Grade.

Hi 6th Grade,

I will be out today. Please read all instructions here and work quietly to begin your 3D designs. 

Steps: 
If you have not completed the TinkerCad tutorials from yesterday, please start there. Finish all the tutorials before jumping into designing. 
Once you complete the tutorials start by planning out what 3D elements you want in your game. Your 3D element MUST fit into one of these categories: Player Pieces, Moving/Roll Counters, and Game Board Architecture. Examples of each are provided after the instructions. 
Once you've decided what type of 3D element your game will have, start making a model of it in TinkerCad. If time and the teacher permits, please collaborate on these designs by showing others and getting feedback. Good feedback follows this general model, "I like how you did __________, maybe try doing ____________ to improve it."
Make a couple different options, this will allow you to have choices later!
Categories for 3D elements: 
Player pieces - characters, objects, or shapes that track the players movements during the game. Each player gets one. Ex. In Monopoly you can play as the dog, the thimble, the top hat, the race-car, etc. 
Moving/Roll Counters - tools the game uses to show players how many spaces to move during their turn. Ex. The Game of Life uses a spinner to randomly choose a number, and in the game Monopoly you roll dice. 
Game Board Architecture - objects that are part of the game's geography for function and aesthetic. Ex. The game Mouse Trap (video linked below) has 3D elements that can "catch" the player pieces causing them to lose. Also, in the game Villainous there is a cauldron that holds coins for the players to share. 
If you finish early you can work on the arcade.makecode.com and complete coding tutorials. 

TinkerCad Class Code (if needed): NPQ-9LT-1M3-1NW
Thank you 6th Grade.

Use this template to plan your colors, fonts, and key design elements. Work with your team to make choices for your brand.

Hi Scholars!


This week we are starting on a Computer Science unit. We will be working on building a game using on online tool called Microsoft Makecode. To introduce this new skill we will using block coding in a tutorial activity linked below. This skill map will walk you through all the steps necessary to building a game or your own. This is just a tutorial. After the tutorial you will start to plan your own game to build!

Steps: 
1. Go to https://arcade.makecode.com/--skillmap in the link below.
2. At the top, click "Sign-in" 
3. You can use your Microsoft Account (Minecraft Login) or your Google Account to log in.
4. After signing in, you can begin the first puzzle piece and continue on as you finish each step. 


**As long as you are signed it will save your progress. 


When your are finished you will get a completion screen. Take a screenshot of it by clicking Ctrl & Show Windows (the button with the rectangle and two lines, []ll < like this). Please ask for help if you need it. 

We will learn about the endangered Orangutan. We will learn how to sustainably manage resources to balance people, profit and planet. We will learn about conservation methods and sustainable development. We will develop an understanding of the threats to Biodiversity.

Challenge Video: https://youtu.be/vXLQI5gQARI

Hi Scholars,

I am out sick today. I plan to be back tomorrow to start our build challenge. Today we are going to further our research on seeds dispersed by wind. You will be watching videos and answering questions about various examples of wind dispersal. 

In engineering it is essential to create designs backed in research! Use what you learn today to better your plans for your initial prototype. 

If you have any issues with any of the videos you can hit refresh at the top of the screen and after logging back in with google the video should work. You should not lose your progress, but the videos should show up. The final slide is a website that will ask you to log in with google. If you have any trouble click this link: https://app.legendsoflearning.com/join/YXNzaWdubWVudC0yMDY5ODU4

If you finish early, please double check all questions are answered fully. You need to write in complete sentences when asked! When you are sure you are finished please work on Khan, Reading Plus, or Everfi. 

We are learning all about cells and their functions throughout this unit in sixth grade science. Each of you will create you own model of a cell! You may choose either a Plant Cell or an Animal Cell. We will be building our Cell Models in Minecraft Education Edition. 


Remember: Minecraft Education Edition is a fun application that we often use for gaming. HOWEVER, it is also a useful science education tool. It is important that you are able to use it for both reasons. We can and should have fun using Minecraft, but it is important that you are following ALL directions and building what is asked of you. Please be creative while making sure you are still meeting expectations. 

Checklist: 
Build the model of your cell in Minecraft Education Edition making sure to complete ALL parts.
Attach your game file to this assignment - Teachers will support you!
Complete your Student Score Rubric - Printed and passed out to you. 
When all parts are complete please be sure to submit this assignment!

Hi scholars!
I will not be on campus today. Please make sure to follow all directions posted here on Google Classroom. In the slides, you will see which groups you are in to complete all work for Quarter One. 

Please ONLY continue onto the Minecraft project when you have completed ALL missing work.

Today you will be working with your team to start a mission to Mars. Explore the space station and find out more information about Mars!

Build Challenge: 

Build a house in Minecraft with one weather based structure. 

Some examples may include windmills, solar panels, lightning rods, and weather measuring devices.

Open Minecraft Education Edition on your Chromebook to participate. I would recommend using a Creative World for your designs.