Primary 3 Science Curriculum - Henry Park Primary School
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Primary 3Science Curriculum
SharingJanuary 2021
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Scope of Sharing
Science Curriculum
Infusing Applied Learning
Components of P3 Science Lessons
Science Assessment
Home Support
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SCIENCE4LIFE@HPPS
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HPPS Science Curriculum Provides the Foundation for Science
beyond Primary Level
Driven by Inquiry-based and Applied learning
Acquisition of Science knowledge, skills & positive attitudes towards lifelong learning
Learning of Science is useful and meaningful; as it is relevant to everyday life
Nurture the love and care for the environment
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Inquiry Based Learning Takes place by observing, asking
questions, finding answers through investigation - rather than simply discussing the scientific content
Encourage students to make observations, and inferences, ask relevant questions, find answers through hands-on (under supervision)
In P3, the inquiry-based learning process is guided by the Science teacher
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Primary Science Syllabus :Divided into 5 Broad ThemesDiversity, Cycles, Interactions, Systems & Energy
Block Level Themes
UpperP6 Energy, Interactions
P5 Cycles, Systems, Interactions
LowerP4 Systems, Cycles, Energy
P3 Diversity, Cycles, Interactions
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Overview of TopicsTheme Lower Block (P3 & P4) Upper Block (P5 & P6)Diversity Diversity of living and
non-living things Diversity of materials
Cycles Cycles of Plants and Animals (Life Cycles)
Cycles in Matter and Water (Matter)
Cycles in Plants and Animals (Reproduction)
Cycles in Matter and Water (Water)
Systems Plant System (Plant parts and functions)
Human System (Digestive System)
Plant System (Respiratory and Circulatory Systems)
Human System (Respiratory and Circulatory Systems)
Cell System Electrical System
Interactions
Interaction of Forces (Magnets)
Interaction of Forces (Frictional, Gravitational Forces, Force in Springs)
Interaction within the EnvironmentEnergy Energy Forms and Uses
(Light and Heat) Photosynthesis Energy Conversion
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Themes/Topics in P3
Diversity &Cycles
- Living & Non-Living Things,- Animals, Plants, Fungi & Bacteria
(Term 1) - Animal & Plant Life Cycle (Term 2)
Diversity - Fun with Variables and Materials (Term 3)
Interactions - Magnets (Term 3 & 4)
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(Diversity) Living & Non-LivingConnection of Ideas
Key Idea 1: There are living and non-living things.
Key Idea 2: Living things need water, food and air.
Key Idea 3: Living-things grow, respond to changes and
reproduce.
Linking question: How are living things different from non-living
things?
Linking questions help teachers to facilitate discussion and students to see connections
between concepts / ask further questions
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Key Process SkillsObserving (and inferring) Using our 5 senses to gather information from our
surrounding
Comparing Recognise what is similar/different between 2 things
Classifying Putting things into groups based on common characteristics
Communicating Reading, Writing, Speaking & Listening in order to collect /
share information
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Scientific Processes Creative Problem Solving
Decision Making
Investigation
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Creative Problem Solving
This is a process of analyzing a problem or choosing a relevant solution in order to remedy or alter a problem situation
Often through discussion of real-life problemsExampleTopic: Fungi and BacteriaThinking of ways to slow down bread from turning moldy quickly
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Decision Making
This is the process of establishing and applyingcriteria to select from among seemingly equal alternatives.
ExampleTopic: MagnetsGiving students a number of objects and ask them to prove which object is a magnet
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Investigation This involves formulating hypothesis, planning and
carrying out fair experiments to test the hypothesis. Carried out in all topics Process skills will be taught
Example:Topic: Fungi and BacteriaGiving students a number of objects and ask them to prove which object is a magnet
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Positive AttitudesCuriosity - Desire to explore the surrounding and
question what they find
Creativity - Suggest innovative and relevant ways to solve problems
Integrity - Handle and communicate data and information with integrity
Objectivity - Seek data and information to validate observations and explanations objectively
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Applied LearningConnecting scientific
knowledge and process skills to the real world
Makes learning purposeful and
relevantStudents are happy
and motivated
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Building A Culture of Sustainability in HPPS Having infused applied learning in the Science
Curriculum we have moved towards our vision for HPPS as a Green School
Green Initiatives such as infusing environmental education into the curriculum, enriched outdoor learning by creating more green spaces around the school, commemorating Earth Day, reducing food wastage, driving plastic recycling are some activities the school has put in place.
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P3 Science Curriculum Zoo LJ - Authentic learning experience
Fun with Variables and Materials - Inquiry and Scientific Method
Every Child A Seed Programme – Planting
Outdoor Learning - Fern Garden / Flower Garden
Hands-on activities for all topics
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Key Components of Science Lessons
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Components of Science Lessons
Theory : Teaching of Concepts (Textbooks)
Hands-on sessions in the Science / Computer Labs / Outdoors (2 periods) / Classroom (2 periods)
Student Handouts - Topical Notes on Key ideasActivity sheets for hands-on activities
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Written Assignments Activity WS (Booklets) – Hands-on
School WS – Supplementary Activities & OE WS, Revision WS and Handouts on answering guidelines
Worksheets will be returned for parents’ signature
Vitamindz Booklets – Topical / Skills
Practice Papers – To prepare for exam
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Books & Worksheets Textbooks are to be used over 2 years
– P3 & P4
Please DO NOT discard any materials at the end of P3 as they are needed for P4 to P6
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Assessment
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Evaluating LearningClass Work - Activities and written work
Semester 1 Semester 2
Weighted Assessment 1:Term ReviewPen and Paper
(15%)
Weighted Assessment 2:
Performance Task(15%)SA2
(70%)
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Format of Term Review (15%)
Section A: Multiple-choice Questions
Section B: Structured Questions
Section C: Open-ended Questions
Each question carries 2m to 3m
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Weighted Assessment 2:Performance Task (15%)
Section A: Performance Task
Section B: Structured Questions
related to the Performance Task
Each question carries 1m to 3m
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Format of P3 SA2 (70%)
Section A: 20 Multiple-choice Questions (40m)
Section B: 8 Structured Questions (16m)
Section C: 6 - 8 Open-ended Questions (24m)
Each question carries 2m to 4m
Duration of Paper : 1 hour 30 minutes
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Format of P4 to P6 Papers
Section A: 28 Multiple-choice Questions (56m)
Section C: 12 - 13 Open-ended Questions (44m)
Each question carries 2m to 5m(5-m test items are for P5 and P6 only)
Duration of Paper : 1 hour 45 minutes
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Section A (Sample Questions)
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Section A (Sample Questions)
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Section B (Sample Question)
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Section C (Sample Question)
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Mark Scheme Broad and Flexible
Includes expected correct answers
Student’s responses that are different from the mark scheme are carefully evaluated and included as acceptable answers if they are conceptually correct
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Mark Scheme Responses that show evidence of
understanding of relevant concepts and mastery of skills will be awarded due credit
Marks are not awarded for stating ‘correct’ keywords
Exemplars will be given to students
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Implications Good understanding of key concepts
is important
Make connections between concepts learnt
Apply concepts in new situations
Revision of concepts learnt
Important to keep all the Science materials for PSLE revision
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Implications Practice & Application of Process
Skills to authentic tasks
Active participation in activities
E.g. Fun with Variables, YI Project, Outdoor Learning etc.
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Guide to Answering Questions1. Answer in context to question –
Never memorize answers, without understanding
2. Be specific e.g. “Plants are different in their leaves” without stating specifically how E.g. shape, colour, or texture
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Guide to Answering Questions3. Identify objective of question - asking about
aim / procedure / pattern
4. Look for useful information in the question or diagram to identify the topic or key concept thatis tested
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Expectations & Support@Home1. Review & Think through key concepts learnt
2. Link ideas across topicsFor example, Materials & Magnets
3. Learn concept words & link them to everyday life experiences
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Expectations & Support@Home4. Engage children with authentic tasks such as
simple cooking, household chores, gardening, repairing a bike or other household objects
5. Actively engage your children by talking about books they are reading or television programsabout Science they have watched
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Expectations & Support@Home6. In school, we provide our P3 students with
ample opportunities for experiential learning in our Science Curriculum
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