LEARN NC

K–12 teaching and learning · from the UNC School of Education

Goal 6

The learner will conduct investigations and examine models and devices to build an understanding of the characteristics of energy transfer and/or transformation.

Objective 6.03

Analyze sound as an example that vibrating materials generate waves that transfer energy.

  • Frequency.
  • Amplitude.
  • Loudness.
  • How sound travels through different material.
  • Form and function of the human ear.

Resources aligned to this objective

Sound properties and careers in music
This lesson for grade six uses a hands-on lab to help students understand key concepts in the properties of sound, and how they can be applied to careers in music.
Format: lesson plan (grade 6 Science)
By April Galloway and Christine Scott.