Term Plan for Language
Grade 3
Term One 2011-2012
Reading
 List the basic components of a story: setting character,
plot, problem, solution
 List purposes of different types of texts
 Distinguish different types of literature: poem, fiction,
non-fiction
 Use a variety of decoding strategies9 use of dictionary,
language patterns blends, word segmentation, word
patterns, syllabification, prefixes, suffixes etc.)
 Use dictionary, thesaurus and word bank to locate
meaning of words
 Recognize synonyms, antonyms, homonyms
 Recognize sight words including subject specific words
 Recognize personally significant words in context
Critical Reading & Thinking
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Predict content using a variety of text features
Establish a purpose for reading
Select and read material appropriate for specific purpose
Use knowledge of print conventions: capitalization, full
stops, commas, exclamation marks
Use a variety of strategies to monitor understanding
Respond in writing to text read, heard or viewed
Read familiar texts and re-tell major content in visual and
printed text
Keep a journal
Draw conclusions about what they have read
Distinguish between relevant and irrelevant detail
Recall sequence of a narrative
Identify topic sentence of a paragraph
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Identify main idea/gist of stories, poems, informational
text
Listening & Speaking
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Identify and discriminate between sounds of the English
Language( silent letters, blends, initial/medial/final
consonants, syllables etc)
Identify different stress, rhythm and intonation patterns
Pronounce words correctly using short and long vowel &
consonant sounds, stress patterns, intonation for various
sentence types; questions, exclamation etc.
Use proper pronunciation, intonation, modulation etc.
Enunciate words clearly
Observe social courtesies in conversational exchange
Distinguish between body language that is open &
friendly
Give and follow oral instructions/directions effectively
and clearly
Convey a message accurately and courteously
Give news reports and explanations clearly
Give oral descriptions of character, places, objects
Respond clearly and appropriately to questions asked
Ask questions to obtain information
Discriminate between fact & opinion, fantasy and reality
Orally express thoughts/ideas, opinions, freely and
confidently
Writing
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Identify various forms of writing – stories, descriptions,
poems, letters etc.
Distinguish among various types of writing (narrative
and descriptive)
Write for different purposes (keep a journal/ diary)
Write for different audiences, family, teacher, peers etc.
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Write about events and experiences
Write messages, notices, signs, captions etc.
Write original endings and beginnings for stories,
rhymes, songs and limericks
Write about people, objects, animals( imaginary and real)
Use punctuation marks correctly
Use conventions of capitalization
Use appropriate subject –verb agreement.
Use correct spelling
Use editing skills to check for appropriate capitalization/
punctuation marks
Check for correct spelling, subject –verb agreement etc.
Create a different ending for a story read/heard
Write complete & clear sentences
Term Two 2011-2012
Reading
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Decode multi-syllable words
Use different decoding strategies (syllabification, use of
phonics, familiar orthographic units, word pairs
Recognize and read complex patterns and
combinations(e.g. ough)
Use familiar word families to decode new and unfamiliar
words(e.g. words ending with –ight)
Read text at grade level fluently; with appropriate
intonation, expression and pacing
Use the context of a sentence to determine the meaning
of an unknown word
Identify homonyms, homophones, homographs,
synonyms, antonyms encountered in reading
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Relate prior knowledge to information given in a text to
make an inference
Use the title, first sentence/paragraph to predict the
content of an expository selection
Use the table of contents, chapter headings, glossary and
index to find information in expository selection
Indentify the main idea in an expository piece
Distinguish between main idea and supporting
information in an expository text
Indicate the contribution of illustrations to a narrative
selection
Distinguish between terms related to narrative elements
(e.g. setting, plot, character, theme)
Identify the speaker in a poem and the narrator in a story
Determine what a character is like based on what on
what the narrator and characters say
Read over writing to revise it, improve the organization
of ideas and edit it
Distinguish between standard English and Creole
Listening & Speaking
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Listen to a poem or other literary selection to identify
rhyming words, onomatopoeia and determine rhythmic
pattern
Listen to follow the chronology of events in an oral
report
Listen to determine the purpose of a short expository
selection
Listen to determine the main idea of an expository
selection
Listen to determine the gist of an oral communication
Identify the rhyming words in a poem or song
Identify the common literary strategies used to appeal to
hearing( alliteration, onomatopoeia)
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Distinguish between sentences spoken in standard
English and Creole
Identify errors made with sentence verb agreement in
spoken messages/ oral presentations
Use high frequency words in oral presentations and
discussions
Ask questions to obtain information /clarification
Retell and explain the meaning of an oral
communication or short presentation
Make a short planned presentation on a topic
Give a factual account presenting information in a logical
order
Use standard English in oral presentation
Use subject verb agreement correctly in delivering
spoken messages
Use appropriate pauses to make meaning clear in an oral
presentation
Use appropriate tenses in an oral presentation
Use complete and well formed utterances in an oral
presentation
Pronounce words correctly using short and long vowel &
consonant sounds, stress patterns, intonation for various
sentence types; questions, exclamation etc
Enunciate words clearly
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Grammar
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Reading
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Correct use of parts of speech
Correct use of articles, pronouns and adjectives
Correct use of present, past and future tenses
Appropriate use of full stop, question mark, exclamation
mark, commas
Correct use of capital letters
Correct spelling of words
Term Three 2011-2012
Writing
Use words with common prefixes and suffixes
appropriately in writing
Use new words learned appropriately in writing
Paraphrase a short selection to show understanding of it
Write a summary of an expository selection
Organize an expository paragraph around a central idea
Write the topic sentence for a paragraph.
Write sentences that present supporting information and
details to clarify the topic sentence and further explain
the main idea of the paragraph
Write a story based on an imagined or real experience
Use the basic elements of narrative structure in writing
stories
Write complete, clear and coherent sentences
Write friendly and personal letters using appropriate
format (address, date , salutation or greeting, body with
relevant content and closing)
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Read texts at grade level with appropriate fluency,
intonation, expression and pacing
Read multi-step instructions and directions and follow
them
Read a wide and varied range of narratives appropriate to
grade level
Read to understand the meaning and purpose of
different sentence types-declarative, interrogative,
exclamatory and imperative in selections read
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Identify homonyms, homophones, homographs,
synonyms, antonyms encountered in reading
Use the table of contents, chapter headings, glossary and
index to find information in expository selection
Indentify the main idea in an expository piece
Read to distinguish between main idea and supporting
information in an expository text
Indicate the contribution of illustrations to a narrative
selection
Read over writing to revise it; improve the organization
of ideas and edit; to correct errors of subject-verb
agreement; to check for correct usage of articles,
pronouns and adjectives; to check for clarity of sentences
Read to distinguish between Standard English and Creole
Listening & Speaking
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Listen to a poem or other literary selection to identify
rhyming words, onomatopoeia and determine rhythmic
pattern
Listen to determine the purpose of a short expository
selection
Listen to follow the sequence of ideas or points
presented in an expository paragraph
Listen to determine the main idea of an expository
selection
Listen to follow three and four step directions given
orally
Listen to distinguish between different sentence types
and determine their purpose in an oral communication
or planned oral presentation
Listen to identify errors made with subject and verb
agreement in a spoken message planned oral presentation
Identify the common literary strategies used to appeal to
hearing( alliteration, onomatopoeia)
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Term Plan for Social Studies
Grade 3
Term 1 2011-2012
Distinguish between sentences spoken in standard
English and Creole
Make a short planned presentation on a topic
Writing
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Write complete, clear and coherent sentences
Write organized paragraphs that focus on a central idea
and develop it
Write friendly/personal and formal letters using
appropriate format-address, date, salutation and closing
and including a body with relevant content
Write stories based on personal or imagined experiences,
including setting, characters and a plot
Write a description of people, places, objects
Write a summary of an expository selection
Write sentences in which parts of speech, articles and
adjectives are used correctly
Write complete and well formed sentences that are clear
and understandable
Use different sentence types (declarative, interrogative,
exclamatory etc) appropriately in writing
Use the basic elements of narrative structure in writing
stories
Grammar
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Plan trip for La Marguerite festival and
Jounen Kweyol (festivals and events)
Also trip to Morne Fortune or
Desmond Skeete Animation Centre)
National Pride
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Correct use of parts of speech
Correct use of articles, pronouns and adjectives
Correct use of present, past and future tenses
Appropriate use of full stop, question mark, exclamation
mark, commas
Correct use of capital letters
Correct spelling of words
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St. Lucians - We Are A Very Special People
Ancestry of the people of St. Lucia
Symbols that are unique to St. Lucia ( flag, coat of arms,
national anthem etc)
Our Culture – major festivals, events, customs &
practices considered part of our culture
From which group of our ancestors did we inherit many
of our cultural practices?
The importance of these cultural practices to us
How can these cultural practices be preserved
How are some of these cultural practices changing?
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Some things that we St. Lucians are proud of (identify
sites, celebrations, practices, human achievements)
Our national heroes (persons, groups who have
made/are making special contributions to our
development)
Identify special days (e.g. Remembrance Day) or
observances associated with the recognition of national
heroes
Suggest actions that people can take to make St. Lucia
and St. Lucians proud
Map skills
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Locate places and describe the location of places using
simple cardinal directions
Use a legend to find information from maps and present
information on maps.
Construct and read simple tables, bar-graphs and flow
charts and time lines (liaise with Math teacher and IT
teacher here)
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Production, Distribution & Consumption:
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Term Two 2011-2012
St. Lucians - We Are A Very Special People
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Identity:
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Review national symbols of St. Lucia and the persons
who contributed to the creation of these.
Recite and sing the words of the national anthem; explain
why and when it is played and sung
Recite the words of the national pledge
State where and on what occasions the national flag is
displayed
List ways in which St. Lucians can show respect for our
national flag, coat of arms, etc.
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Human settlement:
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Locate the main areas in which St. Lucians have settled;
explain the relationship between the location of
settlements and topography
Name the different types of settlements in St. Lucia;
(towns, village, parish)
Give reasons why are some areas are more populated
than others; differentiate between settlements and
districts that have the same name
Differentiate between rural and urban settlements
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How do St. Lucians earn a living? Identify main
industries in St. Lucia and the goods and services
provided by each of these industries
List the goods and services St. Lucians provide for
themselves and others
Why do we trade with other countries? Name and locate
places in St. Lucia associated with each main industry
Identify some goods that we export to other countries
Lists some benefits gained from exporting goods to
other countries
Identify and classify some goods frequently imported
into St. Lucia
Explain why St. Lucia must import some goods
Suggest benefits of buying local goods
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St. Lucians - We Are A Very Special People
Identity:
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Locate places and describe the location of places using
simple cardinal directions
Use a legend to find information from maps and present
information on maps.
Construct and read simple tables, bar-graphs and flow
charts and time lines (liaise with Math teacher and IT
teacher here)
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The importance of having a government: Explain why
every organization and every country needs a
government
Identify the major elements in the selection of a
government in St. Lucia [democratically elected leaders
and general elections every five years]
Associate the functions and responsibilities of
government and with particular ministers
Human Rights and citizenship
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Identify some basic human rights applicable to all
persons in St. Lucia [ right to life, liberty, security, justice,
freedom of expression etc]
Give examples to illustrate how students can respect the
rights of other people in and out of school
predict consequences for other persons and for the
country when people exercise their rights without
consideration of the rights of others
Map skills (continued)
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Describe the racial composition of the population of St.
Lucia
Identify tow major causes of population growth in St.
Lucia
Governance
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Map skills (continued)
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Term Three 2011-2012
Use examples to illustrate the importance of different
types of settlements in St. Lucia
Explain the difference between emigrate and immigrate;
give examples of emigrants and immigrants
Give reasons why St. Lucians may choose to emigrate
Locate places and describe the location of places using
simple cardinal directions
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Use a legend to find information from maps and present
information on maps.
Construct and read simple tables, bar-graphs and flow
charts and time lines (liaise with Math teacher and IT
teacher here)
Recognize that maps can present various types of
information[landscape, population, types of settlements,
political divisions etc]
Review work done in this subject
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Term Plan for Mathematics
Grade 3
Term One 2011-2012
Review work done in Grade 2
Number concepts
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Count by 2’s, 5’s, 10’s & 25’s to 100 and beyond
Identify place value in a two & three-digit number.
Explain the difference between place value and total
value
Tell the total value of a two & three- digit number
Identify odd & even numbers
Read and write numerals in words and figures up to 100
Write the expanded notation for two & three- digit
numbers
Recall multiplications tables by 2 & 3
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Geometry
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Explain what an angle is
Identify the number of sides and angles in plane shapes: rectangle, triangle, square
Identify solids in real life and in diagrams: spheres,
cylinders, cones etc.
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Graphs
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Read information from pictographs and bar graphs
where one picture or bar represents one item
Show information on a grid squared paper or given axes
by shading the bars
Suggestion: These can be done in Computer classes.
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Add one, two & three- digit numbers with and without
regrouping
Subtract two and three- digit numerals without
regrouping
Fractions
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Explain meaning of numerator and denominator
Identify proper and improper fractions
Identify unit fractions shown in families e.g. ½, ¼, 1/3.
Find unit fractions of a group of objects ½ of 20 etc.
Measurement
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Estimate length of objects using metres & centimetres
Measure and record lengths of objects using metres and
centimetres
Whole Number Operations
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Add one, two, three & four digit- digit numbers with and
without regrouping
Subtract up to four- digit numerals without & with
regrouping
Multiply a one-digit & two- digit number by 2, 3, 4, & 5
Divide a one-digit number by a single digit number
without remainders
Correctly use expressions such as ‘into’, ‘divided by’,
‘sum’, ‘total’, ‘difference’, ‘product’
Money
Whole Number Operations
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Know and use the relationship between X and  tables
e.g. 2 x 6 =12; 12  2 = 6; 12  6 = 2
Define and use the words ‘pair’, ’ dozen’, ‘score’, ‘gross’
Term Two 2011-2012
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Review work done last term
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Number concepts
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Read and write three and four-digit numbers in words
and figures
Identify place value in a two & three & four-digit
number.
Tell the total value of a digit in a three- digit or 4-digit
number
Read and write numerals in words and figures up to 100
Write the expanded notation three- digit & four- digit
number
Recall multiplications tables by 2 & 3, 4, 5 & 6
Build the division tables 2, 3, 4 & 5
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Read and write sums of money up to $999.99
Read and write sums of money up to the nearest $1.00,
$10, $100.00
Make amounts of money using various combinations of
notes and coins
Calculate the total cost of a set of items
Calculate the total cost of a of a number of similar items
given the cost of one item
Calculate change
Solve one and two step problems involving money.
Use vocabulary relating to spending and buying, e.g.
spend purchase, cheap, sale, change, total cost, reduce,
expenditure, etc
Fractions (review work done last term)
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Find the sum of a set of unit fractions
Add and subtract fractions with like denominators
Name sets of equivalent fractions through charts and
number lines
Measurement
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Calculate the perimeter of a shape by finding the distance
around the shape (review metre and kilometre done last
term)
Develop a sense of the gram as a unit to measure mass
Estimate the mass of objects using grams or kilograms
Measure and record the mass of objects using grams or
kilograms
Tell time on the hour, half hour, quarter hour, five
minute intervals
Write the correct notation for time on the hour, half
hour, quarter hour, five minute intervals
Use time vocabulary correctly (a.m., p.m., midday,
midnight etc.
Write dates correctly
Use a calendar to check number of days in a month;
calculate the length of time from one date to another
date within a given month
Geometry
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Explain an angle
Identify the number of sides and angles in plane shapes: rectangle, triangle, square
Identify solids in real life and in diagrams: spheres,
cylinders, cones, cubes, cuboids.
Use the ruler to draw lines and to measure the lengths of
lines
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Make three- dimensional shapes using paper or card
Identify and draw lines of symmetry in shapes
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Graphs
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Read information from pictographs and bar graphs
where one picture or bar represents one item*
Show information on a grid squared paper or given axes
by shading the bars*
Prepare a table from information in a pictograph or bar
graph*
Draw pictographs and bar graphs from information in a
table*
Suggestion: * These may be done in Computer
classes.
Money
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Term Three 2011-2012
Number concepts
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Build the division tables 2, 3, 4 & 5
Know and use the relationship between x and  tables
e.g. 2 x 6 =12; 12  2 = 6; 12  6 = 2
Define and use the words ‘pair’, ’ dozen’, ‘score’, ‘gross’
Use the commutative property of + and x
define and use the terms ‘dozen’, score’, gross’
round off a 2-digit number to the nearest 10
Whole Number Operations (Review all work done in
this area)
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Add one, two, three & four digit- digit numbers with and
without regrouping
Subtract up to four- digit numerals without & with
regrouping
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Multiply a one-digit & two- digit number by 2, 3, 4, & 5
Divide a one-digit, two-digit and three-digit number by a
single digit without and with remainder
Correctly use expressions such as ‘into’, ‘divided by’,
‘sum’, ‘total’, ‘difference’, ‘product’
Read and write sums of money up to $999.99
Read and write sums of money up to the nearest $1.00,
$10, $100.00
Make amounts of money using various combinations of
notes and coins
Calculate the total cost of a set of items
Calculate the total cost of a of a number of similar items
given the cost of one item
Calculate change
Solve one and two step problems involving money.
Use vocabulary relating to spending and buying, e.g.
spend purchase, cheap, sale, change, total cost, reduce,
expenditure, etc
Fractions (review work done last term)
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Find the sum of a set of unit fractions
Add and subtract fractions with like denominators
Name sets of equivalent fractions through charts and
number lines
Measurement
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capacity- estimate the capacity of containers
Measure and record the capacity of containers using
litres, centiliters and milliliters
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Determine the most appropriate unit of length, mass or
capacity to use to measure an item and give reasons for
answers
Calculate the perimeter of a shape by finding the distance
around the shape
Tell time on the hour, half hour, quarter hour, five
minute intervals
Write the correct notation for time on the hour, half
hour, quarter hour, five minute intervals
Use time vocabulary correctly (a.m., p.m., midday,
midnight etc.
Write dates correctly
Use a calendar to check number of days in a month;
calculate the length of time from one date to another
date within a given month
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Explain an angle
Identify the number of sides and angles in plane shapes: rectangle, triangle, square
Identify solids in real life and in diagrams: spheres,
cylinders, cones, cubes, cuboids.
Use the ruler to draw lines and to measure the lengths of
lines
Make three- dimensional shapes using paper or card
Identify and draw lines of symmetry in shapes
Graphs (ongoing)
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Read information from pictographs and bar graphs
where one picture or bar represents one item*
Show information on a grid squared paper or given axes
by shading the bars*
Prepare a table from information in a pictograph or bar
graph*
Plants
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Term Plan for General Science
Grade 3
Term One 2011-2012
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Geometry
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Draw pictographs and bar graphs from information in a
table*
Life Science: Growth & Development
Understand the gestation period for humans (nine
months)
List substances needed for healthy development of the
baby
List substances that may contribute to poor development
of the baby(these concepts can be done in HFLE)
Genetics, Evolution and Diversity
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Identify vertebrates’ and invertebrates.
Give examples of vertebrates and invertebrates
Identify flowering and non-flowering plants
Give examples of flowering and non-flowering plants.
Classification of Animals (Mammals, fish, birds, reptiles,
amphibians)
Other animals:
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Compare and contrast different types of animal life
cycles (butterfly, cockroach, fish, lizard etc)
Name and identify structures that enable animals to
survive in different environments . (For movement,
getting food, feeding, getting air, protection)
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Compare life cycles of different types of plants [plants
that grow from seed and those that do not]
Describe using their observations the changes that plants
undergo in a complete life cycle [germination through to
flowering, bearing fruits and seeds]
Name plants that grow from rhizomes, bulbs and
suckers.
Describe, using their observations, how the growth of
plants is affected by changes in environmental conditions
[light, water, warmth].
List adaptations of plants to obtain their needs in the
environment [Roots for obtaining water, leaves for
making food etc].
Physical Science: matter
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List solids, liquids and gases as states of matter
List some physical properties of matter.
Determine the physical properties [length, width, height,
temperature, weight] of matter by using tools such as
rulers, thermometers, balances and scales.
State the physical changes that matter can undergo [state,
temperature, shape]
Define a physical change
Give examples of physical changes
Recognize that heating and cooling can produce physical
changes in matter.
Earth and Space: Weather
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Define weather: - List elements of weather
Describe each element of the weather.
Name and identify each element used to measure
weather elements.
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List and state ways in which weather affects man’s
activities and the environment.
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Term Two 2011-2012
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Life Science: Plants & Animals
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Compare life cycles of different types of plants ( those
that grow from seeds; those that do not)
Describe using observation the changes that plants
undergo in a complete life cycle
Name plants that grow from bulbs, rhizomes and suckers
( show live examples if possible)
Describe, using observation, how the growth of plants is
affected by changes in the environmental
conditions(light, water, warmth)
List adaptations of plants to obtain their needs in the
environment( roots for getting water, leaves for making
food, etc)
Name and identify structures that enable animals to
survive in different environments. (For movement,
getting food, feeding, getting air, protection)
(Some of these concepts can be done in Agri.
Science)
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Earth & Space: Weather
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Name and identify instruments used to measure weather
elements
Classify clouds types as stratus, cumulus and cirrus based
on shape and height
Predict weather based on cloud types
Demonstrate how clouds are formed
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Construct a model to represent cloud formation
Discuss the useful and harmful effects of wind
Design and construct an anemometer to measure wind
speed
Design and construct a wind vane to observe wind
direction
Name the metric units of measurement used to measure
temperature wind speed and wind direction
List ways in which weather affects man’s activities in the
environment
Use a thermometer to measure temperature
Operationally define rotation, axis, sunrise, sunset, solar
day
Describe patterns of change visible in the sky over time
Recognize that the length of day and night changes
throughout the year
Demonstrate how movement of the earth causes day and
night
Distinguish between day and night sky
Recognize that the lunar calendar is approximately 28
days
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Term Three 2011-2012
Physical Science: Matter
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Determine the physical properties [length, width, height,
temperature, weight] of matter by using tools such as
rulers, thermometers, balances and scales.
State the physical changes that matter can undergo [state,
temperature, shape]
Define a physical change
Give examples of physical changes
Recognize that heating and cooling can produce physical
changes in matter.
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Forces, Motion & Structure
Identify a force as a push or pull by one body on another
Investigate the ways in which different forces e.g.
magnetism, static electricity, muscular force, gravitational
force can change the speed and direction of a moving
object
Observe the effects of magnets on the motion of
different materials
Observe different kinds of motion and indicate whether
the motion is caused by gravity, static electricity, magnets
or applied force, etc.
Demonstrate how a magnet works
Identify objects that emit heat and light
List forms of energy
Identify the sun as the provider of energy for the earth in
the form of heat and light
Understand that organisms need a source of energy to
stay alive and grow
Life Science: Plants & Animals
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Compare life cycles of different types of plants ( those
that grow from seeds; those that do not)
Describe using observation the changes that plants
undergo in a complete life cycle
Name plants that grow from bulbs, rhizomes and suckers
( show live examples if possible)
Describe, using observation, how the growth of plants is
affected by changes in the environmental
conditions(light, water, warmth)
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List adaptations of plants to obtain their needs in the
environment( roots for getting water, leaves for making
food, etc)
Name and identify structures that enable animals to
survive in different environments. (For movement,
getting food, feeding, getting air, protection)
define an ecosystem
identify living & non-living components within an
ecosystem
describe the interaction between living and non-living
components in an ecosystem
Define consumers and producers
List and discuss ways in which plants benefit from
animals
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Name the metric units of measurement used to measure
temperature wind speed and wind direction
List ways in which weather affects man’s activities in the
environment
Use a thermometer to measure temperature
Operationally define rotation, axis, sunrise, sunset, solar
day
Describe patterns of change visible in the sky over time
Recognize that the length of day and night changes
throughout the yesr
Demonstrate how movement of the earth causes day and
night
Distinguish between day and night sky
Recognize that the lunar calendar is approximately 28
days
Forces, Motion & Structure
Define a simple machine
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Earth & Space: Weather
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Identify four types of simple machines [inclined plane,
wedge, pulley, lever]
State why simple machines help us do work
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Term Plan for HFLE
Grade 3
Term One 2011-2012
Self Awareness
Identify what makes them special and worthwhile
Identify ways in which they are worthwhile in the family
Identify ways in which they are worthwhile in the
community
List the importance of friends and groups in performing
tasks within the community
Explain the meaning of belonging, affection, love and
security.
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Food & Nutrition
Interpersonal Relationships:
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People who satisfy our needs
Explain the importance of family members
Name some needs that are provided within the family
e.g. love, protection, food, shelter, etc.
Name other persons who also help meet their needs of
affection love, security
Identify factors necessary to maintain good relationship
with different individuals in the family.
State ways to show affection and caring towards family
members and friends.
State ways in which their needs are displayed.
Disease Prevention & Life Style Practice
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List physical characteristics of illness and wellness.
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List emotional characteristics of illness and wellness.
Explain why good health practices are valuable in
maintaining wellness
Identify causes of disease.
Explain ways in which disease causing organisms can be
transmitted
Practice proper personal health habits for the care and
protection of self and others from diseases and illnesses.
Name some common childhood diseases
Identify the effects of these diseases
State measures taken to combat some common
childhood diseases, e.g. vaccinations, immunizations etc.
Develop a personal plan for promoting proper care and
protection of the body.
Identify persons who are qualified to protect, promote
and safeguard health and well-being. e.g. nurses, dentists,
doctors, environmental officers etc.
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Name the different food nutrients
Discover that foods contain different nutrients
Identify foods necessary for growth and development
Investigate the importance of water to the body
List the functions of the parts of the alimentary canal
Explain the process of digestion
Term Two 2011-2012
Disease Prevention & Life Style Practices
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Identify causes of disease.
Explain ways in which disease causing organisms can be
transmitted
Practice proper personal health habits for the care and
protection of self and others from diseases and illnesses.
Name some common childhood diseases
Identify the effects of these diseases
State measures taken to combat some common
childhood diseases, e.g. vaccinations, immunizations etc.
Develop a personal plan for promoting proper care and
protection of the body.
Identify persons who are qualified to protect, promote
and safeguard health and well-being. e.g. nurses, dentists,
doctors, environmental officers etc.
Drugs: explain the meaning of drugs; state the difference
between drugs and medicine
Describe different forms of drugs (prescription/over the
counter/ illegal etc)
Practice refusal skills for illegal drugs
Predict the consequences of using illegal drugs
Name some socially acceptable drugs that can also cause
addiction (coffee, alcohol) list the effects of these drugs
on our health
Identify individuals who are qualified to
dispense/administer drugs
Explain safety rules in taking medicines
Food & Nutrition
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Name the different food nutrients
Discover that foods contain different nutrients
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Identify foods necessary for growth and development
Investigate the importance of water to the body
List the functions of the parts of the alimentary canal
Explain the process of digestion
Explain why lack of nutrients can lead to deficiency
diseases
List diseases caused by lack of nutrients
Name and classify foods from plants
List nutrients and corresponding foods necessary for
proper function of eyes, growth and development of
teeth and bones, health skin etc.
Monitor foods eaten to encourage healthy living
List the effects of over eating; develop an appreciation
for eating foods in right amounts
Demonstrate the ability to choose and participate in
physical activities
Identify factors that influence eating patterns and habits
(advertisements, costs, availability, etc.)
Comment on the nutritious value of a typical meal from
another culture that they may like (pizza, chicken & fries,
etc)
Term Three 2011-2012
Disease Prevention & Life Style Practices
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Drugs: explain the meaning of drugs; state the difference
between drugs and medicine
Describe different forms of drugs (prescription/over the
counter/ illegal etc)
Practice refusal skills for illegal drugs
Predict the consequences of using illegal drugs
Name some socially acceptable drugs that can also cause
addiction (coffee, alcohol) list the effects of these drugs
on our health
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Identify individuals who are qualified to
dispense/administer drugs
Explain safety rules in taking medicines
Safety: Identify injuries/accidents that children
experience at home/school and community
explain the likely consequences of accidents
identify simple measures/practices to protect self and
others from accidents /injuries
Describe and demonstrate basic first aid skills for
common injuries/accidents
Food & Nutrition
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Review food nutrients
List the functions of the parts of the alimentary canal
Explain the process of digestion
Explain why lack of nutrients can lead to deficiency
diseases
List diseases caused by lack of nutrients
Name and classify foods from plants
List nutrients and corresponding foods necessary for
proper function of eyes, growth and development of
teeth and bones, health skin etc.
Monitor foods eaten to encourage healthy living
List the effects of over eating; develop an appreciation
for eating foods in right amounts
Demonstrate the ability to choose and participate in
physical activities
Identify factors that influence eating patterns and habits
(advertisements, costs, availability, etc.)
Comment on the nutritious value of a typical meal from
another culture that they may like (pizza, chicken & fries,
etc)
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explain the importance of exercise and nutrition to
growth
Explain the value of exercise to the heart, lungs, and
other parts of the body
Explain the importance of sufficient rest for growth and
development
Sexuality and Sexual Health: Parts of the Body
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Name and identify location of some major internal parts
of the body (bladder, heart, lungs etc)
Explain the BASIC function of these parts
Explain care of these body parts( not smoking, breathing
in fresh air, exercise, taking lots of fluid etc)
identify inappropriate displays of affection for
children(kissing directly on mouth, fondling,
touching/exposing private parts etc)
Establish safe touch boundaries
Identify unsafe interactions/ situations( someone
touching, asking you to do things etc)
Predict the likely consequences of some situations and
interactions
Respond forcefully and assertively to threatening
situations
Identify sources of help when safety is threatened
Report unsafe situations to a trust worthy person (
parents, teachers etc)
Practice refusal/diversion skills(running away, screaming
etc)
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