State of New Jersey Department of Education

STANDARD 5.10 (ENVIRONMENTAL STUDIES): by Grade 6

Strands with Cumulative Progress Indicators

A. Natural Systems and Interactions

  1. Explain how organisms interact with other components of an ecosystem.
  2. Describe the natural processes that occur over time in places where direct human impact is minimal.

B. Human Interactions and Impact

  1. Describe the effect of human activities on various ecosystems.
  2. Evaluate the impact of personal activities on the local environment.