EL 6.1(b)
Gain an understanding of each of these renewable and non-renewable energy technologies with a brief look at the pros and cons of each.
SK – Science 6 Alignment Guide
Summary
This alignment guide connects Switch Classroom lessons and activities with the Grade 6 Saskatchewan Science curriculum (Physical Science: Electricity), helping teachers deliver hands-on, standards-based instruction. Covering energy sources, efficiency, and circuits, the guide shows how to integrate engaging activities directly into classroom practice.
Students begin by exploring how electricity is generated from a range of sources, including hydro, coal, natural gas, nuclear, geothermal, biomass, solar, wind, and oil. Through Switch Classroom lessons such as Introduction to Environmental Impacts, Science of Solar, Science of Wind, and Science of Geothermal, students learn to compare renewable and non-renewable resources while considering advantages and trade-offs.
To build personal connections, the Introduction to Efficiency video encourages students to evaluate their own energy consumption and set S.M.A.R.T.E.R. goals for reducing use. Finally, the unit turns to electricity fundamentals. Using lessons like Introduction to Electricity and the Play-Doh Electric Circuits Lab, students construct, test, and diagram simple series and parallel circuits, practicing key science competencies through hands-on exploration.
This guide ensures that Saskatchewan teachers can save planning time while reinforcing required indicators. It supports students in building critical thinking skills about energy production, use, and efficiency through interactive, curriculum-aligned activities.
Resources
Introduction to Coal
EL 6.1(b)
Gain an understanding of each of these energy technologies with a brief look at the pros and cons of each.
Introduction to Hydropower
EL 6.1(b)
Gain an understanding of each of these energy technologies with a brief look at the pros and cons of each.
Science of Solar
EL 6.1(b)
Gain an understanding of each of these energy technologies with a brief look at the pros and cons of each.
Science of Wind
EL 6.1(b)
Gain an understanding of each of these energy technologies with a brief look at the pros and cons of each.
Science of Biofuels
EL6.1(b)
Gain an understanding of each of these energy technologies with a brief look at the pros and cons of each.
Science of Oil
EL 6.1(b)
Gain an understanding of each of these energy technologies with a brief look at the pros and cons of each.
Science of Geothermal
EL6.1(b)
Gain an understanding of each of these energy technologies with a brief look at the pros and cons of each.
Introduction to Efficiency – Video
EL6.1(d)
Explore the many ways to increase personal energy efficiency and write S.M.A.R.T.E.R. goals for decreasing electrical energy consumption.
Introduction to Electricity - Play-Doh Circuits Hands-On - Teacher
EL6.3(c), EL6.3(e), EL6.3(f)
Create and test parallel and series electrical circuits, and discover how they are alike and different.