6th Grade Supply List
Materials for Ancient Rome, geology, astronomy, physics, and business studies.
✏️ Writing & Language Arts
- ☐ Main Lesson Book (unlined, large format)
- ☐ Composition notebooks (3-4)
- ☐ Colored pencils (36+ colors)
- ☐ Fine-tip markers for technical drawing
- ☐ Research notebook
- ☐ Index cards for vocabulary
🎨 Art & Handwork
- ☐ Watercolors & brushes
- ☐ Mosaic tiles or colored paper squares
- ☐ Air-dry clay for Roman artifacts
- ☐ Graph paper for technical drawing
- ☐ Ruler and compass set
- ☐ Cardboard for architecture models
🏛️ History: Ancient Rome
- ☐ Map of the Roman Empire
- ☐ Timeline materials (poster board)
- ☐ Roman numeral reference chart
- ☐ Access to documentary resources
🔢 Math
- ☐ Graph paper notebook
- ☐ Scientific calculator
- ☐ Geometry set (compass, protractor, ruler)
- ☐ Ratio and percentage charts
- ☐ Play money for business math
🌍 Science: Geology
- ☐ Rock and mineral collection (starter kit)
- ☐ Magnifying glass
- ☐ Hardness testing kit
- ☐ Earth layers diagram
- ☐ Fossil samples (optional)
🔭 Science: Astronomy
- ☐ Star chart or planisphere
- ☐ Binoculars (optional, for stargazing)
- ☐ Solar system model kit
- ☐ Moon phase calendar
- ☐ Black paper for constellation art
⚡ Science: Physics
- ☐ Prism for light experiments
- ☐ Tuning forks or sound experiment kit
- ☐ Thermometers (various types)
- ☐ Mirrors and lenses
- ☐ Simple circuit kit (optional)
💼 Business & Economics
- ☐ Ledger or accounting notebook
- ☐ Play money and checkbook register
- ☐ Business plan template
- ☐ Calculator
🕯️ Hearth Circle
- ☐ Candle and holder
- ☐ Bell or singing bowl
- ☐ Reflection journal
- ☐ Seasonal altar items
💡 6th Grade Supply Tips
- • Rock collection: Start with a basic kit, then add local finds throughout the year
- • Stargazing: Binoculars work better than cheap telescopes for beginners
- • Mosaic supplies: Paper squares work well if tiles aren't available
- • Business math: Real checkbook registers from banks are often free
- • Physics experiments: Many can be done with household items