Primary 3 | Science

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1. Identify the metric units of length using a reference chart

2. Measure the length, breadth, and height of different objects

3. Identify the metric units of mass and weight using a reference chart

4. Use a lever arm balance to measure the weights of different people

5. Use a bathroom scale to measure the weights of different people

6. Estimate the masses of different objects

7. Measure the masses of these objects using a scale

8. Identify some of the ways to measure time using a reference chart

9. Discuss how to accomplish different tasks within a given time period

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1. Define underdeveloped and developed technology

2. Identify and name examples of underdeveloped and developed technology

3. Discuss different forms of technology

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1. Discuss some of the firstways counting was done (using fingers, toes, pebbles, etc.)

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1. Describe early mechanical counting using anabacus

2. Use the abacus and calculator to solve different mathematical problems

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1. State the meaning of binary digits, bits and bytes

2. Explain how many digits we have in a bit and in a byte

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1. Identify input and output devices used with a computer

2. Use a keyboard and a mouse to input information into a computer

3. Type short sentences using a computer and demonstrate how to change the text

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1. Discuss the importance of soil to plants

2. Discuss the importance of soil to animals

3. Explain the environmental importance of soil (for sports field, roads, etc.)

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1. Discuss the different uses of wind

2. Describe your experiences with trying to do different tasks on windy days

3. Make a kite and try to fly it on a windy day

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1. Use an inflated balloon to lift different objects

2. Explain how to use wind to propel a balloon, fly a kite, or operate a windmill

3. Discuss some of the harmful effects of air (sneezing, coughing, smoking, etc.)

4. Explain how air can transfer some harmful substances into the body

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1. Investigate samples of water that has different qualities (clean, muddy, polluted, etc.)

2. Test different water samples to determine if they are fit for drinking (check color, odor)

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1. Name some of the sources of light

2. Investigate the differences between light and fire

3. Discuss some of the uses of light energy

4. Investigate using a mirror to reflect light and form images of different objects

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1. Describe what is meant by the term system unit

2. Find different pictures of a system unit

3. Identify the parts and functions of the central processing unit (CPU) of a computer

4. Draw and label the parts of a CPU

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1. Identify and locate the disk drive on a computer

2. Describe the functions of a disk drive

3. Explain the dos and don’ts of using a disk drive

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1. Explain the meaning of the mother board of a computer

2. Identify and list the components of a computer motherboard

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1. Show samples of contaminated water

2. Discuss the dangers of drinking bad/contaminated water

3. Compare samples of packaged water and a glass of water

4. Investigate some of the reasons why water is packaged and what might make it safe

5. Discuss some of the common uses of water

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1. Take a nature walk to observe plants

2. Explain your observations

3. Measure plant growth over a period of time

4. Describe some of the factors that affect plant growth and reproduction

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1. Take a nature walk to observe animals

2. Explain your observations

3. Describe some of the factors that affect animal growth, movement, and reproduction

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1. Explain the term storage device

2. Identify types of storage devices

3. Investigate the uses of a storage device

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1. Explain the term digital versatile disk (DVD)

2. List the types of DVDs and their uses

3. Investigate the uses of a DVD

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1. Identify different types of diskettes

2. List ways of caring for a diskette