River Valley Primary School – Strive for the Best COMPONENTS IN LIFE SCIENCES Science Department

River Valley Primary School – Strive for the Best What is Life Sciences? Life sciences is the study of living things and life processes – everything from growing new body parts to growing pest-resistant crops

River Valley Primary School – Strive for the Best Rationale   Science - everywhere, everyday   Create an awareness of things around them   Head start on the learning of Science   Complements the current science curriculum

River Valley Primary School – Strive for the Best   One period per week   Non-examination   Integrate the use of ICT resources   Infuse process and thinking skills   Incorporate National Education   Learning Journeys   Field Trip to the Zoo Implementation

River Valley Primary School – Strive for the Best Process & Thinking Skills Making Connections Classifying Comparing Observing with 5 Senses Asking Questions Having Fun

River Valley Primary School – Strive for the Best Activities/Resources   Class Discussion   Hands-on Activities   Activity worksheets   Experiential Learning   Science/Eco gardens   Field Trips

River Valley Primary School – Strive for the Best Topics : Animals   Appreciate the diversity of life forms   Classify the animals according to their body coverings, characteristics and habitat Learning Journey to the Zoo

River Valley Primary School – Strive for the Best