Grade 3 Science & Technology Syllabus:1. Grade 3 Plants- Parts of a plant (roots, stem, leaves, flowers)
- Functions of each plant part
- Life cycle of a plant
- Types of plants (flowering plants, non-flowering plants)
- Photosynthesis and its importance
2. Grade 3 Rainforests- Introduction to rainforests
- Location and climate of rainforests
- Layers of the rainforest (canopy, understory, forest floor)
- Biodiversity in rainforests
- Animals and plants found in rainforests
- Importance of rainforests and their conservation
3. Grade 3 Forces- Introduction to forces
- Types of forces (push, pull, friction)
- Effects of forces on objects (change in motion, shape)
- Gravity and its role in forces
- Simple experiments to demonstrate forces
4. Grade 3 Gravity- Understanding gravity and its effects
- Gravity on Earth and in space
- Gravity and weight
- Gravity and objects falling
- Investigating gravity through experiments
5. Grade 3 Friction- Introduction to friction
- Types of friction (static, sliding, rolling)
- Factors affecting friction (surface type, weight)
- Reducing friction (lubricants)
- Real-life examples of friction
6. Grade 3 Magnets- Introduction to magnets
- Properties of magnets (attraction, repulsion)
- Magnetic materials
- Uses of magnets in everyday life
- Creating and exploring magnetism through experiments
7. Grade 3 Stability- Understanding stability and balance
- Stable and unstable objects
- Center of gravity
- Factors affecting stability (shape, weight distribution)
- Investigating stability through practical activities
8. Grade 3 Levers- Introduction to levers
- Types of levers (first, second, third class)
- Parts of a lever (fulcrum, load, effort)
- Examples and uses of levers in everyday life
- Simple experiments to understand levers
9. Grade 3 Soil & Soil Erosion- What is soil and its importance
- Components of soil (minerals, organic matter, water, air)
- Layers of soil (topsoil, subsoil, bedrock)
- Soil erosion and its causes
- Preventing soil erosion through conservation methods
10. Grade 3 Earthworms- Introduction to earthworms
- Anatomy and characteristics of earthworms
- Role of earthworms in soil health
- Earthworm behavior and habitat
- Observing and studying earthworms in a controlled environment
11. Grade 3 Compost- Understanding composting and its benefits
- Components of compost (organic waste, soil, water, air)
- Process of composting
- Types of composting (vermicomposting, aerobic composting)
- Creating and maintaining a compost pile
By following this comprehensive syllabus, Grade 3 students will develop a strong foundation in Science & Technology, exploring various topics such as plants, forces, gravity, friction, magnets, stability, soil, earthworms, and compost. The syllabus emphasizes hands-on experiments, observations, and practical activities to promote a deep understanding of the concepts.
This course is helpful for the following exams: Grade 3