Grade 1 Science · Earth and Space Systems
Virginia SOL 1.6
Virginia SOL 1.6 is part of the Earth and Space Systems strand in Grade 1 Science (Science). Under this Standards of Learning objective, students investigate and understand the relationship between the sun and Earth. Below is what 1.6 covers in plain language, the specific skills it is assessed on, the key concepts to review, and how to practice 1.6 for the Virginia SOL test.
What SOL 1.6 means
Investigate and understand the relationship between the sun and Earth.
Skills you’ll practice for 1.6
- Recognize that the sun is the source of energy and light that warms the Earth’s land, air, and water.
- Observe that the sun’s relative position changes in the Earth’s sky throughout the day.
Key concepts covered by 1.6
- sun
- energy source
- light
- Earth warming
- sun position
- Earth's rotation
- daytime changes
How to study and practice SOL 1.6
Start with a quick diagnostic to see whether 1.6 is already solid, then work each skill above with guided notes, flashcards, and SOL-style practice questions. For official released items, see our Virginia SOL practice tests guide and how to study for the SOL test.
Related Grade 1 Science standards in Earth and Space Systems
- 1.7 — Investigate and understand weather and seasonal changes.
Frequently asked questions about SOL 1.6
What is Virginia SOL 1.6?
SOL 1.6 is a Grade 1 Science Standard of Learning in the Earth and Space Systems strand. It expects students to investigate and understand the relationship between the sun and Earth.
What skills does SOL 1.6 cover?
SOL 1.6 is assessed on 2 skills: recognize that the sun is the source of energy and light that warms the Earth’s land, air, and water; observe that the sun’s relative position changes in the Earth’s sky throughout the day.
What strand of Grade 1 Science is SOL 1.6 in?
SOL 1.6 belongs to the Earth and Space Systems reporting strand of the Grade 1 Science Virginia Standards of Learning.
How do I study and practice for SOL 1.6?
Start with a diagnostic to see whether 1.6 is already solid, then work the 2 skills above with guided notes, flashcards, and SOL-style practice questions. For official released items, see the Virginia SOL practice tests guide.