Grade 5 Science SyllabusGrade 5 Materials- Introduction to different types of materials
- Properties of materials (e.g. hardness, flexibility, transparency)
- Classification of materials (e.g. natural, synthetic)
- Uses of materials in everyday life
Grade 5 Matter and Mass- Understanding the concept of matter
- States of matter (solid, liquid, gas)
- Changes in states of matter
- Measuring mass and its units
Grade 5 Heat and Thermal Energy- Definition of heat and thermal energy
- Sources of heat energy
- Conductors and insulators of heat
- Effects of heat on matter
Grade 5 Physical and Chemical Change- Differentiating between physical and chemical changes
- Examples of physical changes (e.g. melting, freezing)
- Examples of chemical changes (e.g. rusting, burning)
- Conservation of mass during chemical reactions
Grade 5 Energy Transformation- Understanding energy and its forms (e.g. light, sound, heat)
- Energy transformation in everyday life (e.g. electrical to heat energy)
- Renewable and non-renewable sources of energy
- Energy conservation and its importance
Grade 5 Atoms and Molecules- Introduction to atoms and molecules
- Structure of an atom (protons, neutrons, electrons)
- Formation of molecules
- Chemical symbols and formulae
Grade 5 Force and Motion- Definition of force
- Types of forces (e.g. gravity, friction)
- Effects of forces on objects
- Laws of motion (e.g. Newton's laws)
Grade 5 Magnets- Properties of magnets
- Types of magnets
- Magnetic fields and their effects
- Uses of magnets in everyday life
Grade 5 Classification- Introduction to classification of living organisms
- Kingdoms of classification (e.g. animal, plant, fungi)
- Characteristics used for classification
- Examples of different organisms in each kingdom
Grade 5 Scientific Names- Importance of scientific names in classification
- Understanding binomial nomenclature
- Naming and identifying organisms using scientific names
- Examples of scientific names for common organisms
Grade 5 Animals- Classification of animals based on characteristics
- Animal adaptations for survival
- Life cycles of different animals
- Interactions between animals and their environments
Grade 5 Plants- Classification of plants based on characteristics
- Plant adaptations for survival
- Plant life cycles
- Photosynthesis and its importance
Grade 5 Adaptations- Understanding adaptations in living organisms
- Structural and behavioral adaptations
- Examples of adaptations in different organisms
- Relationship between adaptations and survival
Grade 5 Traits and Heredity- Introduction to genetics and heredity
- Inherited and acquired traits
- Punnett squares and probability of traits
- Variation and diversity in living organisms
Grade 5 Cells- Structure and function of cells
- Types of cells (e.g. animal, plant)
- Cell organelles and their roles
- Cell division and reproduction
Grade 5 Ecosystems- Understanding ecosystems and their components
- Food chains and food webs
- Interactions between organisms in an ecosystem
- Human impact on ecosystems
Grade 5 Conservation and Natural Resources- Importance of conserving natural resources
- Types of natural resources (e.g. water, air, minerals)
- Sustainable practices for resource conservation
- Environmental issues and their impact
Grade 5 Rocks- Types of rocks (e.g. igneous, sedimentary, metamorphic)
- Formation and properties of rocks
- Rock cycle and its processes
- Uses of rocks in construction and everyday life
Grade 5 Fossils- Understanding fossils and fossilization
- Types of fossils (e.g. petrified, mold, cast)
- Fossil record and its importance
- Studying Earth's history through fossils
Grade 5 Weather and Climate- Difference between weather and climate
- Factors influencing weather and climate
- Weather phenomena (e.g. precipitation, wind)
- Climate zones and their characteristics
Grade 5 Earth's Systems- Introduction to Earth's systems (e.g. geosphere, hydrosphere)
- Interactions between Earth's systems
- Natural processes shaping Earth's features (e.g. erosion, deposition)
- Human impact on Earth's systems
Grade 5 Earth's Features- Landforms and their formation (e.g. mountains, valleys)
- Bodies of water (e.g. oceans, rivers)
- Earthquakes and volcanoes
- Exploring Earth's features through maps and models
Grade 5 Astronomy- Introduction to the solar system
- Planets, moons, and other celestial bodies
- Earth's place in the universe
- Space exploration and discoveries
Grade 5 Engineering Practices- Understanding engineering and its applications
- Design process and problem-solving
- Engineering projects and challenges
- Importance of innovation and creativity in engineering
Grade 5 Units and Measurement- Measurement of length, mass, volume, and time
- Standard units of measurement
- Converting between different units
- Estimation and accuracy in measurements
Grade 5 Lab Tools and Equipment- Introduction to common laboratory tools and equipment
- Proper use and handling of lab tools
- Safety precautions in the laboratory
- Conducting experiments and recording observations
This course is helpful for the following exams: Grade 5