SCIENCE-G2-SPM-SCO2State that matter is composed of particles.
SCIENCE-G2-SPM-SCO3Demonstrate they understand the properties of the states of matter.
SCIENCE-G2-SPM-SCO4Demonstrate they understand the properties of the different types of materials (metal, paper, wood, plastic, fabric, etc).
SCIENCE-G2-SPM-SCO5Compare solids, liquids and gases based on their properties.
SCIENCE-G2-SPM-ELO2
Analyze data obtained from testing different materials to determine which materials have the properties that are best suited for an intended purpose.
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Specific Curriculum Outcomes
SCIENCE-G2-SPM-SCO43Give examples of how different materials (e.g. wood, cloth, plastics, clay, metal, etc) are commonly used.
SCIENCE-G2-SPM-SCO44Explain why certain materials are more suitable for specific purposes than others.
SCIENCE-G2-SPM-SCO45Demonstrate they understand the importance of testing different materials.
SCIENCE-G2-SPM-ELO3
Make observations to construct an evidence-based account of how an object made of a small set of pieces can be disassembled and made into a new object.
SCIENCE-G2-SPM-SCO6Distinguish between an object and the material it is made from.
SCIENCE-G2-SPM-SCO7Determine the properties to be observed in the investigations.
SCIENCE-G2-SPM-SCO8Distinguish between objects and the materials from which they are made (ST-2PS-MM-1).
SCIENCE-G2-SPM-SCO9Identify different materials such as wood, rubber, metal, plastic and list objects made from each (ST-2-PS-MM-2).
SCIENCE-G2-SPM-SCO10Describe giving examples, the properties of solids and liquids (ST-2-PS-MM-5).
SCIENCE-G2-SPM-SCO11Identify examples of at least two solids and two liquids (ST-2-PS-MM-6).
SCIENCE-G2-SPM-SCO12Realise that some things are natural and some are human made (ST-2-TE-NT-1).
SCIENCE-G2-SPM-SCO13List some physical properties of matter (ST-3-PS-MM-1).
SCIENCE-G2-SPM-SCO14Match, with relevant examples, properties of materials which make them useful for specific purposes (ST-3-PS-MM-4).
SCIENCE-G2-SPM-SCO15Observe the three states of matter
SCIENCE-G2-SPM-SCO16Identify the three states of matter and give examples of each.
SCIENCE-G2-SPM-SCO17Observe different types of materials
SCIENCE-G2-SPM-SCO18Identify the properties of different materials.
SCIENCE-G2-SPM-SCO19Compare different types of materials based on their observable properties.
SCIENCE-G2-SPM-SCO20Compare solids, liquids and gases based on their properties.
SCIENCE-G2-SPM-SCO21Classify matter as solids, liquids and gases.
SCIENCE-G2-SPM-SCO22Classify materials based on observable properties.
SCIENCE-G2-SPM-SCO23Classify objects based on the materials they are made from.
SCIENCE-G2-SPM-SCO24Communicate the results from the various investigations to the class and teacher.
SCIENCE-G2-SPM-SCO25Plan investigations to describe and classify different kinds of materials.
SCIENCE-G2-SPM-SCO26Conduct investigations to classify materials by their observable properties.
SCIENCE-G2-SPM-SCO27Collect and analyse data gathered after observing different materials.
SCIENCE-G2-SPM-SCO28Collect and analyse data gathered after observing each state of matter.
SCIENCE-G2-SPM-SCO29Analyze and interpret data obtained from their observations to classify matter and materials.
SCIENCE-G2-SPM-SCO30Investigate the properties of various materials and match the properties to their use (ST-2-PS-MM-3).
SCIENCE-G2-SPM-SCO31Develop curiosity by finding out about objects and materials around them.
SCIENCE-G2-SPM-SCO32Appreciate that materials have similar and different properties.
SCIENCE-G2-SPM-SCO33Develop inquiry through investigating materials and their properties.
SCIENCE-G2-SPM-SCO34Show respect for evidence by using the results from the investigations to make classifications.
SCIENCE-G2-SPM-SCO35Safety when conducting practical and group work, display sensitivity and offer assistance to peers who may have physical or learning challenges.
SCIENCE-G2-SPM-SCO36Participate actively in classroom discussions.
SCIENCE-G2-SPM-SCO37Show persistence in completing practical activities, especially those that may be challenging.
SCIENCE-G2-SPM-SCO38Work collaboratively, cooperatively and respectfully with other members of their group in exploring and investigating different materials.
SCIENCE-G2-SPM-SCO39Show sensitivity and demonstrate helpfulness when working with peers that may have learning or physical challenges as you undertake experimental work together.
SCIENCE-G2-SPM-SCO40Stewardship/Respect for Living Things:
• Take care not to damage objects (living and nonliving things) when they are making observations about materials in the environment.
• Use materials wisely.
SCIENCE-G2-SPM-SCO41Safety:
• Wear safety goggles when conducting certain experiments.
• Be careful not to taste materials unless told to do so by the teacher. o Use safety protocols for collecting objects.
• Wash hands after conducting certain activities, especially when playing with soil or materials collected outside the classroom.
SCIENCE-G2-SPM-SCO42Realise that some things are natural and some are human made (ST-2-TE-NT-1).
SCIENCE-G2-SPM-SCO46Compare the properties of different materials to determine suitability for intended purpose.
SCIENCE-G2-SPM-SCO47Account for the results obtained from the different tests.
SCIENCE-G2-SPM-SCO48State which properties of a material allow that material to be well suited for an intended use. Use data to suggest reasons for the choice of material.
SCIENCE-G2-SPM-SCO49Investigate the properties of various materials and match the properties to the uses (ST-2-PS-MM-3).
SCIENCE-G2-SPM-SCO50Design and construct a simple object using chosen materials (ST-2PS-MM-4).
SCIENCE-G2-SPM-SCO51Appreciate the advantages and disadvantages of using devices, tools and structures made by humans (ST-2-TE-UT-1).
SCIENCE-G2-SPM-SCO52Acknowledge that human-made things hold the potential to pollute the atmosphere and disrupt the environment (ST-2-TE-UT-2).
SCIENCE-G2-SPM-SCO53Impact of Science and Technology may be positive or negative (ST3-STSE-2).
SCIENCE-G2-SPM-SCO54Analyse different materials to determine which materials have the properties that are best suited for an intended purpose.
SCIENCE-G2-SPM-SCO55Investigate and compare the hardness, elasticity, absorbency, etc of different materials (wood, plastic, metal, clay, paper etc.).
SCIENCE-G2-SPM-SCO56Plan and conduct different tests on a variety of materials.
SCIENCE-G2-SPM-SCO57Predict the results of tests on different materials.
SCIENCE-G2-SPM-SCO58Interpret data collected from experiments.
SCIENCE-G2-SPM-SCO59Use data obtained from their experiments to select the materials best suited for a particular purpose.
SCIENCE-G2-SPM-SCO60Measure the different materials and products.
SCIENCE-G2-SPM-SCO61Hypothesize which materials will give the best results when tested for a particular property.
SCIENCE-G2-SPM-SCO62Construct devices and models to test the suitability of materials.
SCIENCE-G2-SPM-SCO63Perform calculations using data collected.
SCIENCE-G2-SPM-SCO64Investigate different materials, their uses and properties.
SCIENCE-G2-SPM-SCO65Compile/analyze data gathered after conducting various tests on different materials.
SCIENCE-G2-SPM-SCO66Interpret data obtained from the various tests done on the materials.
SCIENCE-G2-SPM-SCO67Appreciate that the use of an object is related to the material from which it is made.
SCIENCE-G2-SPM-SCO68Persistence in experimenting.
SCIENCE-G2-SPM-SCO69Respect for Evidence.
SCIENCE-G2-SPM-SCO70Develop creative ways of testing the different materials.
SCIENCE-G2-SPM-SCO71Work collaboratively & cooperatively to complete the experiments.
SCIENCE-G2-SPM-SCO72Participate actively in classroom discussions on the need for testing. When conducting practical work, help those students who appear to be struggling.
SCIENCE-G2-SPM-SCO73Use materials wisely as different types of matter can have serious effects on living and non-living things.
SCIENCE-G2-SPM-SCO74Safety protocols.
SCIENCE-G2-SPM-SCO75When conducting practical and group work, display sensitivity and offer assistance to peers who may have physical or learning challenges.
SCIENCE-G2-SPM-SCO76Be aware that some
SCIENCE-G2-SPM-SCO77students may have
SCIENCE-G2-SPM-SCO78difficulty in lifting, pulling objects, etc.
SCIENCE-G2-SPM-SCO79When conducting the planned experiments, such as testing elastic bands, students should wear properly fitting goggles.
SCIENCE-G2-SPM-SCO80Wash hands after collecting and interacting with different objects, especially those collected from outside.
SCIENCE-G2-SPM-SCO81Glass objects should be avoided with young children, but they could touch windows, drinking glasses made from glass, etc.
SCIENCE-G2-SPM-SCO82Special care should be taken when doing the following:
• When using objects that may have sharp edges.
• When using ‘scratching’ tools.
• When lifting heavy objects such as books.
SCIENCE-G2-SPM-SCO86Demonstrate an understanding that small pieces can be assembled to form larger structures.
SCIENCE-G2-SPM-SCO87Demonstrate an understanding that new objects can be formed from the pieces of a disassembled object/structure.
SCIENCE-G2-SPM-SCO88Explain how objects can be built up, torn down and reassembled using the same parts.
SCIENCE-G2-SPM-SCO89Account for any differences that they may observe between the disassembled object to the new object made from its pieces.
SCIENCE-G2-SPM-SCO90Account for the differences between the disassembled object and the new object made from its pieces.
SCIENCE-G2-SPM-SCO91Distinguish between the components of the disassembled object and the components of new objects.
SCIENCE-G2-SPM-SCO92State that matter is made up of combinations of smaller pieces (atoms) that can be combined in many different ways.
SCIENCE-G2-SPM-SCO93Observe objects to determine the various parts they are made up of.
SCIENCE-G2-SPM-SCO94Observe how an object made of a small set of pieces can be disassembled and made into a new object.
SCIENCE-G2-SPM-SCO95Manipulate an object made from a set of small pieces by disassembling it and assembling a new object.
SCIENCE-G2-SPM-SCO96Compare and contrast the characteristics of the original structure with the new structure made from the same materials in terms of its shape, properties, uses, etc.
SCIENCE-G2-SPM-SCO97Communicate to the class and teacher, the results from various investigations done on assembling, disassembling and reassembling different objects.
SCIENCE-G2-SPM-SCO98Interpret results obtained from various investigations done on assembling, disassembling and reassembling different objects.
SCIENCE-G2-SPM-SCO99Appreciate that some large objects are composed of smaller pieces which can be disassembled and then reassembled to make something new.
SCIENCE-G2-SPM-SCO100Appreciate that matter is composed of smaller particles called atoms, which act as building blocks for many other things.
SCIENCE-G2-SPM-SCO101Show persistence in the assembling, disassembling and reassembling of different objects/structures.
SCIENCE-G2-SPM-SCO102Use available evidence in determining how to assemble objects or assemble pieces to make new objects.
SCIENCE-G2-SPM-SCO103Respect the environment and use resources wisely.
SCIENCE-G2-SPM-SCO104When conducting practical work, help group members/ classmates who may have difficulty in manipulating different pieces.
SCIENCE-G2-SPM-SCO105Develop interest and curiosity by conducting investigations to gather evidence.
SCIENCE-G2-SPM-SCO106Use inquiry to investigate and solve problems related to assembling and disassembling of objects.
SCIENCE-G2-SPM-SCO107Respect the evidence gathered through their investigations.
SCIENCE-G2-SPM-SCO108Use their inventiveness to conceptualize and construct objects from small sets of pieces.
SCIENCE-G2-SPM-SCO109Follow all recommended safety protocols, including:
• Wear safety goggles when conducting certain experiments.
• Be careful when pulling objects apart or when putting pieces together to form new structures.
SCIENCE-G2-SPM-SCO110Collaborate with classmates in assembling, disassembling and reassembling of different objects/structures.
SCIENCE-G2-SPM-SCO111Participate actively in classroom discussions.
SCIENCE-G2-SPM-SCO115Explain the effect of heating and cooling on substances.
SCIENCE-G2-SPM-SCO116Distinguish between a reversible and an irreversible change.
SCIENCE-G2-SPM-SCO117Become aware of the dangers of irreversible change for farming and the possible precautions a grower can take.
SCIENCE-G2-SPM-SCO118State that water can change from solid to liquid and from liquid to solid (ST-2-PS-MM7).
SCIENCE-G2-SPM-SCO119Describe the conditions for state change of water (ST-2PS-MM-8).
SCIENCE-G2-SPM-SCO120Identify with examples, physical change in everyday life E.g. water (ST-3-PS-MM-2).
SCIENCE-G2-SPM-SCO121Practice the use of new vocabulary.
SCIENCE-G2-SPM-SCO122Observe the effect of adding and/ or removing heat from different substances.
SCIENCE-G2-SPM-SCO123Interpret the results of teacher demonstrations. Make hypothesis about findings.
SCIENCE-G2-SPM-SCO124Classify changes as reversible or irreversible.
SCIENCE-G2-SPM-SCO125Record their observations after heat is applied to different substances.
SCIENCE-G2-SPM-SCO126Communicate their ideas in discussions.
SCIENCE-G2-SPM-SCO127Predict the effects of heat on solids and liquids.
SCIENCE-G2-SPM-SCO128Demonstrate an awareness that irreversible changes in agriculture can be detrimental to humans.
SCIENCE-G2-SPM-SCO129Appreciate that reversible and irreversible changes from applying or removing heat takes place in our everyday life.
SCIENCE-G2-SPM-SCO130Display Interest/Curiosity on the importance/use of heat in the home.
SCIENCE-G2-SPM-SCO131Engage in Inquiry to determine the effects of heat on substances.
SCIENCE-G2-SPM-SCO132Show respect for evidence collected from engaging in scientific inquiry.
SCIENCE-G2-SPM-SCO133Work cooperatively and collaboratively in groups.
SCIENCE-G2-SPM-SCO134Practice safety when applying heat to substances.
SCIENCE-G2-SPM-SCO135Display sensitivity and offer assistance to peers who may have physical or learning challenges when conducting practical and group work.
SCIENCE-G2-SPM-SCO136Participate actively in classroom discussions.
