Science Subject Talk

Primary 3 & 4

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

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.

Science Inquiry Approach

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)

Introduction of Science in P3

- Process Skill books (new this year)

Overview of Science Syllabus

The Primary Science Syllabus for Primary Schools

5 Broad Themes

DiversitySystemsCycles

InteractionsEnergy

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

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

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

Young Meridian Scientist Scheme

Stimulating interest in science among our pupils and providing them

with opportunities to develop initiative and creativity

P3 Learning Journey

P4 Learning Journey

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

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

P3 Assessment Plan

P4 Assessment Plan

Start right, Start bright

Science Subject Talk

Primary 5 & 6

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

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.

Science Inquiry Approach

Overview of Science Syllabus

The Primary Science Syllabus for Primary Schools

5 Broad Themes

DiversitySystemsCycles

InteractionsEnergy

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

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

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

Young Meridian Scientist Scheme

Stimulating interest in science among our pupils and providing them

with opportunities to develop initiative and creativity

P5 Learning Journey

P6 Learning Journey

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

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

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

P5 Assessment Plan

P6 Assessment Plan

Start right, Start bright