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Science Subject Talk
Primary 3 & 4
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Content1. Primary Science Curriculum
2. Science Inquiry Approach
3. Introduction of Science in Primary 3
4. Overview of Science Syllabus
5. P3 & P4 Exam Format
6. Young Meridian Scientist Scheme
7. Learning Journeys
8. Useful Tips to Help Your Child
9. Useful Science Websites
10. Assessment Plans
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Primary Science Curriculum
Aims to nurture the spirit
of scientific inquiry and
curiosity in our students.
Our goal is to guide them
to be passionate learners
who enjoy and value
Science WITH
our teachers as
facilitators, role models
and mentors.
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Science Inquiry Approach
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Introduction of Science in P3
- A new subject for Primary 3 pupils.
- Science Trails
- Science Laboratory lessons
- Hands-on experiential learning.
- Process Skill books (new this year)
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Introduction of Science in P3
- Process Skill books (new this year)
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Overview of Science Syllabus
The Primary Science Syllabus for Primary Schools
5 Broad Themes
DiversitySystemsCycles
InteractionsEnergy
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Overview of Science Syllabus
P3 Diversity- Living and Non-living Things- Materials
Systems- What is a System?- Human Body System- Plants and Their Parts
P4Cycles- Life Cycles of Animals and Plants- Three States of Matter
Energy- Light and Shadows- Heat and Temperature- Effects of Heat
Interactions
- Magnets and their Characteristics
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Overview of Science Syllabus
P5 Cycles- Reproduction in Plants - Reproduction in Animals- Cycles in matter &
water (Water)
Systems- Plant System- Human System- Cell System- Electrical System
P6Energy- Forms of Energy- Energy Conversion
Interactions
- Forces
- Interaction and the environment
- Adaptations
- Man and the Environment
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Level Item Types
No of Questions
No of marks per question
Weighting( Marks )
Duration
P3 SA1
Multiple
Choice
Open
Ended
25
12
2 m
2, 3 or 4 m
50 m
30 m
1 h 30 min
80 m
P3 SA2/
P4 SA1/SA2
Multiple
Choice
Open
Ended
28
12 -13
2 m
2, 3 or 4 m with
1 – 2 questions carrying 5m
56 m
44 m
100 m
P3&4 Exam Format
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Young Meridian Scientist Scheme
Stimulating interest in science among our pupils and providing them
with opportunities to develop initiative and creativity
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P3 Learning Journey
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P4 Learning Journey
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Useful Tips to Help Your Child
Make notes / concept maps / illustrations
Start a Science journal / blog / learning log
Read science articles or magazines
Be inquisitive, ask questions
Explore the outdoors with your child
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www.nparks.gov.sg/cms
www.science.edu.sg
www.gardensbythebay.com.sg
www.sec.org.sg/web/
www.sbwr.org.sg
www.zoo.com.sg
www.jungle.com.sg
www.birdpark.com.sg
www.wrscf.org.sg
www.nightsafari.com.sg
www.nationalgeograhic.com/
www.tryscience.org/home.html
http://kids.discovery.com
http://channel.nationalgeographic.com/
http://singapore.madscience.org
www.sciencekids.co.nz
www.sciencemadefunkids.net/
www.brainpop.com
www.kidsites.com
http://scitoys.com
Useful Science Websites
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P3 Assessment Plan
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P4 Assessment Plan
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Start right, Start bright
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Science Subject Talk
Primary 5 & 6
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Content1. Primary Science Curriculum
2. Science Inquiry Approach
3. Overview of Science Syllabus
4. P5 & P6 Exam Format
5. Young Meridian Scientist Scheme
6. Learning Journeys
7. Useful Tips to Help Your Child
8. Useful Science Websites
9. Assessment Plans
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Primary Science Curriculum
Aims to nurture the spirit
of scientific inquiry and
curiosity in our students
Our goal is to guide them
to be passionate learners
who enjoy and value
Science WITH
our teachers as
facilitators, role models
and mentors.
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Science Inquiry Approach
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Overview of Science Syllabus
The Primary Science Syllabus for Primary Schools
5 Broad Themes
DiversitySystemsCycles
InteractionsEnergy
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Overview of Science Syllabus
P3 DiversityLiving and Non-living ThingsMaterials
SystemsWhat is a System?Human Body SystemPlants and Their Parts
P4CyclesLife Cycles of Animals and Plants3 States of Matter
EnergyLight and ShadowsHeat and TemperatureEffects of Heat
Interactions
Magnets and Their Characteristics
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Overview of Science Syllabus
P5 Cycles- Reproduction in Plants - Reproduction in Animals- Cycles in matter &
water (Water)
Systems- Plant System- Human System- Cell System- Electrical System
P6Energy- Forms of Energy- Energy Conversion
Interactions
- Interaction of forces
- Types of Forces
- Interaction and the environment
- Types of Adaptations
- Man and the Environment
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Standard Science
PSLE Format Questions Marks Total
Booklet A 28 MCQ 2 marks each 56 Marks
Booklet B 12 ~ 13 Open-ended 2, 3, 4 & 5 marks
each
44 Marks
Grand Total: 100
Marks
Foundation Science
(Helping wordlist will be reduced from 86 to 76.)
PSLE Format Questions Marks Total
Booklet A 18 MCQ 2 marks each 36 Marks
Booklet B 6-7 Structured
5-6 Open-ended
1 , 2 14 Marks
20 marks
Grand Total: 70 Marks
PSLE Exam Format
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Young Meridian Scientist Scheme
Stimulating interest in science among our pupils and providing them
with opportunities to develop initiative and creativity
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P5 Learning Journey
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P6 Learning Journey
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Useful Tips to Help Your Child
Make notes / concept maps / illustrations
Start a Science journal / blog / learning log
Read science articles or magazines
Be inquisitive, ask questions
Explore the outdoors with your child
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https://www.nparks.gov.sg/gardensparks-and-nature/parks-and-nature-reserves/sungei-buloh-wetland-reserve
https://www.nparks.gov.sg/biodiversity
http://www.gardensbythebay.com.sg/en/education.html
https://www.wrs.com.sg/en.html
https://www.wrs.com.sg/en/night-safari.html
https://www.wrs.com.sg/en/jurong-bird-park.html
Good Science Websites
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https://www.wrs.com.sg/en/river-safari.html
http://www.science.edu.sg/Pages/SCBNewHome.aspx
http://discoverykids.com/
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCpVm7bg6pXKo1Pr6k5kxG9A
https://kids.nationalgeographic.com/
https://scitoys.com/
http://www.sciencekids.co.nz/
Good Science Websites
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P5 Assessment Plan
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P6 Assessment Plan
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Start right, Start bright