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Gr. 5 Week 3 – Making and Repeating Measurements

Here’s a two-day lesson plan for Grade 5 that focuses on the objectives of making and repeating measurements to ensure accuracy of results, and considering patterns in results to draw conclusions, as per Jamaica’s National Standard Curriculum: Day 1: Subject: Science Topic: Making and Repeating Measurements Specific Objective: Students will learn to: Teaching Resorces/Materials: RulersContinue reading “Gr. 5 Week 3 – Making and Repeating Measurements”

Gr. 5 Week 4 – Using Data to Validate Observations and Explanations

Here’s a two-day lesson plan for Grade 5 that addresses the objectives of showing objectivity by using data to validate observations and explanations about forces, as well as valuing individual effort and teamwork through investigations, in accordance with Jamaica’s National Standard Curriculum: Subject: Science Day 1: Duration: 60 minutes Topic: Using Data to Validate ObservationsContinue reading “Gr. 5 Week 4 – Using Data to Validate Observations and Explanations”

A Guide to Fair Tests and Cooperative Learning

Nurturing Collaboration and Curiosity: Education extends beyond textbooks; it encompasses skills that shape individuals as responsible and effective members of society. In this blog post, we delve into the art of carrying out fair tests, the power of cooperative learning, and the significance of respecting diverse ideas. These skills, as highlighted by Jamaica’s National StandardContinue reading “A Guide to Fair Tests and Cooperative Learning”

Comprehensive Learning Lesson Plan Club

Prepare to embark on an educational adventure that encompasses the core subjects of mathematics, language arts, science, social studies, and reading. Welcome to the Comprehensive Learning Lesson Plan Club, where we believe in the power of a well-rounded education and its ability to inspire young minds. Become a member of our Grade 3 comprehensive learningContinue reading “Comprehensive Learning Lesson Plan Club”

Grade 4 – Science End of Year Exam – June 2023

Read each of the following questions carefully, the chose A, B, C or D to answer correctly. (1 mrk each) a. inferring c. observing c. interpreting d. communicating 2. When we list the similarities and differences between a mango tree and a rose bush, we are using the process skill called__________________________. a. observingContinue reading “Grade 4 – Science End of Year Exam – June 2023”

Science for the NSC

The Grades 1-9 Science Curriculum is predicated upon the constructivist approach to learning in that it creates ‘hands on’ experiential opportunities for exploring, catering to multiple intelligences and, in the early years (Grades 1-3),makes the most of the pedagogy of play. Learning is promoted through the integration and application of scientific concepts, principles and innovationContinue reading “Science for the NSC”

STEM in the National Standards Curriculum

The 21st Century brings with it new challenges which we must face and overcome if we are to survive as a nation. The imperatives of the present and the future require that we create a nation of critical thinkers and problem solvers. To achieve this goal we must change the way we teach to usingContinue reading “STEM in the National Standards Curriculum”