Primary 5 Subject Briefing 2016

Science

Changes in the

2014 Primary Science Syllabus

Sequence of Topics to be Covered in P5 (2016)

Time Frame Theme Topic

Term 1 Systems Cycles

• Cells • Reproduction in Plants

Term 2 Cycles Systems

• Reproduction in Humans • The Plant Transport System • Air and the Respiratory System (human

& fish)

Term 3 Systems • Air and the Respiratory System (plants) • The Circulatory System • Electrical System • Using Electricity

Term 4 Energy • Energy in Food

Textbooks & Workbooks: My Pals Are Here! Science 5 & 6

Themes Topics to be covered in Primary 6 (2017)

Energy • Forms and Uses of Energy

• Sources of Energy

Interactions • Forces

• Living Together

• Food Chains and Food Webs

• Adaptations

• Man’s Impact on his Environment

P5 Science

Skills and Processes Required at P5 Level

Skills

• Observing

• Comparing

• Classifying

• Using apparatus and equipment

• Communicating

• Inferring

• Predicting

• Analysing

• Generating possibilities

• Formulating hypothesis

P5 Science

Skills and Processes Required at P5 Level

Processes

• Creative Problem Solving

• Decision Making

• Investigation

P5 Science

Science as an Inquiry

1. Question - Learner engages in scientific questions

2. Evidence - Learner collects data in response to questions

3. Explanation - Learner formulates explanations from evidence

4. Connection - Learner connects explanations to scientific knowledge

5. Communication - Learner communicates and justifies explanations

P5 Science

Components of Lessons

1) Theory – Concept teaching

2) Hands-on : Practical sessions in the Science Laboratory

3) Discussions on Common Misconceptions

4) Topical Spelling (based on the Science Vocabulary list

for the level)

5) Topical Supplementary Worksheets (comprises of MCQ

and Open-Ended Questions)

6) Vitamindz Booklets

7) CA/SA Practice Papers

P5 Science

Written Assignments

1) MPAH Science Workbooks (Energy, Cycles & Systems)

2) Topical Spelling Worksheets

– contextualised to aid understanding

3) Topical Supplementary Worksheets

4) Misconception Worksheets/ Assessment Probes

5) Vitamindz Booklets

6) P4 Topical Revision Worksheets (Water, Heat)

7) CA/SA Practice Papers

NOTE : Worksheets and workbooks will be returned for

parents’ checking and signature upon completion

of each chapter.

To be

filed

in the

green

Science

File

P5 Science

Enrichment Activities

1) Diversity of Cells Programme at Singapore

Science Centre (Term 1)

2) Sony Creative Science Award (Optional)

The main objective of this competition is to promote

creativity among the primary students. (More details

will be provided at a later date)

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P5 Science

Assessment – Primary 5

Term 1 – CA1

Term 2 – SA1

Term 3 – CA2 & practical test

Term 4 – SA2

Total assessment component – 100%

Note: There will also be non-weighted assessment tasks during the year.

1 per semester

CA 1 SA 1 CA 2 SA 2

10% 20% 20% 50%

CA1, SA1,

CA2 and SA2

Items Number of

Questions

Marks

Multiple-choice 28 56

Open-ended 12-13

(2 to 5 marks)

44

Total 40-41 100

P5 Science

Note: P3 & P4 topics will be included in P5 written examinations

NEW

TIPS to be better prepared for the subject

1) Do KEEP the Primary 3 to 5 Science Textbooks,

Science file(s) and Workbooks as reference.

2) Revise topics learnt in P3 & P4 as these will be

included in the CAs & SAs.

3) Refer to the Vocabulary List in the preparation for

the Science Spelling Test conscientiously.

4) Avoid ROTE memorising of the subject.

Be curious, inquisitive and persevere in the

learning of science.

P5 Science

How can you help to bridge the gap between home and

school to motivate your child in the learning of Science

1) Stimulate your child to make use of all senses in discovering

the surrounding world.

2) Encourage them to find answers to questions by patient

observation and through the use of references and making

scientific connection between concepts and observations.

3) Ask them to manipulate and learn about familiar objects e.g.

discarded appliances, old doorbells, dripping faucet etc.

P5 Science

How can you help to bridge the gap between home and

school to motivate your child in the learning of Science

4) Consider subscription to a scientific magazine, a general

science kit, aquarium or terrarium, a biography of an inventor.

5) Help to reinforce your child’s formal science training by

working with your child on simple family projects e.g. caring

for pet, preparing a potted garden etc.

6) Listen with interest, encourage and ask questions, be

generous with praise, enthusiasm and sympathy.

P5 Science

Available Supplementary Reading Materials

• Science Supplementary Reading Materials :

• The Young Scientists Magazine

• Science Adventure Magazines

• Science Spy Magazines

• National Geographic Explorer

The school will arrange the subscription drives in

Jan/Feb. More details will be provided at a later date.

Pupils will purchase the electrical kit from vendors in

school in Term 3. Details will be provided at a later date.

P5 Science

Young Scientists Programme (Optional)

• To stimulate interest in Science activities, enable students

to carry out self-directed activities and provide

opportunities for students to develop initiative and

creativity.

• Recommended Young Scientists Card ($2.50 each)

• Young Botanist

• Young Ecologist

• Young Geneticist

• Young Ornithologist

• Young Entomologist

• Young Environmentalist

• Young Water Ambassador

P5 Science

Useful Website

SciberDiver

http://sciberdiver.wikispaces.com/

• SciberDiver is a web portal containing a repository of

the best science websites, specially selected to

closely match the learning objectives in the Primary

and Lower Secondary Science syllabuses in

Singapore schools.

• The range of e-resources includes simulations, text,

images, videos, games, quizzes.

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Thank You