Science Yearly Plan

YEAR FIVE SCIENCE SCHEME OF WORK

WEEK LEARNING OBJECTIVE LEARNING OUTCOMESSCIENTFC PROCESS

SKILLS &THINKING SKILL

INVESTIGATING LIVING THINGSLEARNING AREA : 1. MICROORGANISM

1.1 Understanding that microorganism is a living thing

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Pupils state types of microorganism.Pupils state that yeast is an example of microorganism.Pupils state that microorganism breathes.Pupils state that microorganism grows.Pupils state that microorganism moves.Pupils conclude that microorganism are living things and most of them cannot be seen with naked eyes.

1.2 Understanding that some microorganism are harmful and some are useful

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Pupils state example of use of microorganisms.Pupils state the harmful effects of microorganisms.Pupils describe that diseases caused by microorganism can spread from one person to another.Pupils explain ways to prevent diseases caused by microorganisms.

LEARNING AREA : 2. SURVIVAL OF THE SPECIES2.1 Understanding that different

animals have their own ways to ensure that survival of their species.

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Pupils give example of animals that take care of their eggs and young.Pupils explain how animals take care of their eggs and young.Pupils explain why animals take care of their eggs and young.

2.2 Understanding that different plants have their own ways to ensure the survival of their

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Pupils state various ways plants disperse their seeds and fruits.Pupils explain why plants need to disperse seeds or

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species.2.2.3

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fruits.Pupils give examples of plant that disperse seed and fruits by water.Pupils give examples of plant that disperse seeds and fruits by wind.Pupils give examples of plant that disperse seeds and fruits by animals.Pupils give examples of plant that disperse seeds by explosive mechanism.Pupils relate characteristics of seeds and fruits to the ways they are dispersed.

2.3 Realising the importance of survival of the species

2.3.1 Pupils predict what will happen if some species of animals or plants do not survive.

LEARNING AREA : 3 FOOD CHAIN AND FOOD WEB3.1 Understanding food chains 3.1.1

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Pupils identify animals and the food they eat.Pupils classify animals into herbivore, carnivore and omnivore.Pupils construct food chain.Pupils identify produce.Pupils identify consumer.

3.2 Synthesizing food chains to construct food web.

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Pupils construct a food web.Pupils construct food webs of different habitats.Pupils predict what will happen if there is a change in population of a certain species in a food web.Pupils explain what will happen to a certain species of animals if they eat only one type of food.

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INVESTIGATING FORCE AND ENERGYLEARNING AREA : 1. ENERGY

1.1 Understanding uses of energy 1.1.11.1.21.1.3

Pupils explain why energy is needed.Pupils give examples where and when energy is used.Pupils state various sources of energy.

1.2 Understanding that energy can be transformed from one form to another

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Pupils state that various forms of energy.Pupils state that energy can be transformed.Pupils give examples that make use of energy transformation.

1.3 Understanding renewable and non-renewable energy.

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Pupils state what renewable energy is. Pupils state what non-renewable energy is.Pupils list renewable energy resources.Pupils list non-renewable resources.Pupils explain that why we need to use energy wisely.Pupils explain why renewable energy is better than non-renewable energy.Pupils give example on how to save energy.Pupils practise saving energy.

LEARNING AREA : 2. ELECTRICITY2.1 Knowing the sources of

electricity2.1.1 Pupils state the sources of electricity.

2.2 Understanding a series circuit and a parallel circuit

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Pupils identify symbols of various components in a simple electric circuit.Pupils draw circuit diagrams.Pupils identify the difference in the arrangement of bulbs in series and parallel circuit.Pupils build a series circuit.Pupils build a parallel circuit.Pupils compare the brightness of the bulbs in a series and a parallel circuit.Pupils compare the effect on the bulbs when various switches in a series circuit and a parallel circuit are off.

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2.3 Understanding the safety precaution to be taken when handling electrical appliances

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Pupils describe the danger of mishandling electrical appliances.Pupils the safety precautions to be taken when using electrical appliances.

LEARNING AREA : 3. LIGHT3.1 Understanding that light travels

in a straight line3.1.13.1.2

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Pupils state that light travels in a straight line.Pupils give examples to verify that light travels in a straight line.Pupils describe how shadow is formed.Pupils design a fair test to find out what cause the size of shadow to change by deciding what to keep the same, what to change and what to observe.Pupils design a fair test to find out what factors cause the shape of a shadow to change by deciding what to keep the same, what to change and what to observe.

3.2 Understanding that light can be reflected

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Pupils state that light can be reflected.Pupils draw ray diagrams to show reflection of light.Pupils give examples of uses of reflection of light in everyday life.

LEARNING AREA : 4. HEAT4.1 Understanding that temperature is

an indicator of degree of hotness4.1.1

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Pupils state that when a substance gains heat it will become warmer.Pupils state that when a substance loses heat it will become cooler.Pupils measure temperature using the correct technique.Pupils state the metric unit for temperature.Pupils state that temperature of an object or material increases as it gains heat.Pupils state that temperature of an object or material decreases as it gains heat.Pupils conclude that the temperature is an indicator to measure hotness.

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4.2 Understanding the effect of heat on matter

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Pupils state that matter expands when heated.Pupils state that matter contracts when cooled.Pupils give examples of the application of the principle of expansion and contraction in everyday life.

INVESTIGATING MATERIALSLEARNING AREA : 1. STATE OF MATTER

1.1 Understanding that matter exist in the form of solid, liquid or as.

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Pupils classify objects and materials into three states of matter.Pupils state the properties of solid.Pupils state the properties of liquid.Pupils state that some liquids flow faster than others.Pupils state the properties of gas.

1.2 Understanding that matter can change from one state to another

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Pupils state that water can change its state.Pupils conclude that water can exits in any of the three states of matter.Pupils identify the processes involved when a matter changes from one state to another.Pupils identify factors that affect the rate of evaporation of water.

1.3 Understanding the water cycle 1.3.11.3.21.3.31.3.4

Pupils describe how clouds are formed.Pupils describe how rain is formed.Pupils explain how water is circuit in the environment.Pupils explain the importance of water cycle.

1.4 Appreciating the importance of water resources

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Pupils give reasons why we need to keep our water resources clean.Pupils describe ways to keep our water resources clean.

LEARNING AREA : 2. ACID AND ALKALI2.1 Understanding the properties of

acidic, alkaline and neutral substances

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Pupils identify acidic, alkaline and neutral substances using litmus paper.Pupils identify the taste of acidic and alkaline food.Pupils conclude the properties of acidic, alkaline and neutral substances.

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INVESTIGATING THE EARTH AND THE UNIVERSE

LEARNING AREA : 1. CONSTELLATION1.1 Understanding the constellation 1.1.1

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Pupils state what constellation is.Pupils identify constellation.Pupils state the importance of constellation.

LEARNING AREA : 1. CONSTELLATION2.1 Understanding the movements of

Earth, the Moon and the Sun2.1.12.1.2

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Pupils state that the Earth rotates on its axis.Pupils state that Earth rotates and at the same time moves round the Sun.Pupils state that the Moon rotates on its axis.Pupils state that the Moon rotates and at the same time moves round the Sun at the same time.Pupils state that the Moon and the Earth move round the Sun at the same time.Pupils describe the changes in length and position of the shadow throughout the day. Pupils conclude that the Earth rotates on its axis from west to east.

2.2 Understanding the occurrence of a day and night

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Pupils state it is day time for the part of the Earth facing the Sun.Pupils state it is night time for the part of the Earth facing away from the Sun.Pupils explain that day and night occur due to the rotation of the earth on its axis.

2.3 Understanding the phases of the Moon

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Pupils state the Moon does not emit light.Pupils explain that the Moon appears bright when it reflects sunlight.Pupils describe the phases of the Moon.

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INVESTIGATING TECHNOLOGY

LEARNING AREA : 1. STRENGTH AND STABILITY1.1 Knowing the shapes of object in

structures1.1.11.1.2

Pupils state the shapes of object.Pupils identify shapes in structure.

1.2 Understanding the strength and stability of a structure

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Pupils identify shapes of objects that are stable.Pupils identify the factors that affect stability of objects.Pupils explain how base area affects stability.Pupils explain how height affects stability.Pupils identify the factors that affect the strength of a structure.Pupils design a model that is strong and stable.

REVISION & FINAL EXAMINATION

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