Pre-K
Science
The objective of teaching Science in Pre-k is to equip learners to form a sense of connection to the immediate environment and the natural world. The curriculum entails activities that allow learners to observe nature and develop a scientific aptitude.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
Concept
- The learner develops foundational knowledge about the environment through observation of the surroundings.
- The learner identifies living things and non-living things.
Confidence
- The learner consciously and sub-consciously develops an appreciation for the environment.
- The learner begins to develop a scientific perspective towards daily life.
Clarity
- The learner consciously and sub-consciously develops an interest in the maintenance of the environment in daily life.
- The learner begins to develop an articulate approach for activities performed.
Application
- The learner consciously and sub-consciously develops an appreciation for different elements of nature and their contribution to maintaining a sound.
- The learner identifies the contribution of basic elements in maintaining a sound ecosystem.
Innovation
- The learner makes predictions and then test it to determine the reality of the solution.
- The learner explores living things, motion and energy, and technology.
Compassion
- The learner develops a sense of responsibility, care, and respect for the environment.
- The learner focuses attitudes of peers rather than their physical appearances.
LEARNING outcomes
Concept - The learner is able to:
- name different animals;
- group different animals.
Confidence - The learner is able to:
- explore nature using visual aids and illustrations;
- observe and evaluate activities using the five senses.
Clarity - The learner is able to:
- classify between living things and non-living things;
- gain a perspective for renewable things as good for environment.
Application - The learner is able to:
- explore living things, motion and energy, and technology;
- attempt in thinking “why” is something found in nature the way it is.
Innovation - The learner is able to:
- understand basic needs and life processes of plants and animals;
- create hypothesis on the basis of the observation.
Compassion - The learner is able to:
- empathize with other living beings;
- respect peers.