| Life Sciences |
| Living and non-living things: characteristics and differences |
| Plants: basic parts (roots, stems, leaves, flowers), needs, and life cycles |
| Animals: basic classification, body parts, needs, and habitats |
| Human body: basic external parts and five senses |
| Personal hygiene and healthy habits |
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| Physical Sciences |
| Materials and their properties: natural vs. man-made, texture, color, shape |
| Basic states of matter: solids and liquids |
| Pushes and pulls: introduction to forces |
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| Earth and Space Sciences |
| Weather: daily patterns, seasonal changes, appropriate clothing |
| Day and night cycle: basic understanding |
| Earth's resources: soil, water, air, and conservation |
| Water cycle: simple introduction |
| Sky observations: sun, moon, stars, clouds |
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| Scientific Inquiry Skills |
| Observation using senses |
| Asking simple questions |
| Simple measurements with non-standard units |
| Collecting and recording simple data through drawings |
| Following simple procedures |
| Working safely with materials |
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| Environmental Awareness |
| Caring for plants and animals |
| Reducing waste: introduction to reusing and recycling |
| Conserving water and energy: simple practices |
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| Technology and Applications |
| Simple tools and their uses |
| Everyday technology at home and school |
| Safety with tools and equipment |
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| Life Sciences |
| Life cycles of plants and animals: detailed stages |
| Plant growth: factors affecting growth (water, light, temperature) |
| Animal diversity: habitats, adaptations, and behaviors |
| Food chains: simple producers and consumers |
| Human body: internal organs introduction, healthy diet, exercise |
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| Physical Sciences |
| Properties of materials: strength, flexibility, absorbency, transparency |
| Changes in materials: reversible and irreversible changes |
| States of matter: solids, liquids, and introduction to gases |
| Forces and motion: push, pull, friction |
| Sound: vibration, pitch, volume |
| Light: reflection, shadows |
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| Earth and Space Sciences |
| Earth's surface: land and water features |
| Rocks and soils: basic properties and types |
| Weather: instruments for measurement, recording data |
| Seasonal changes: effects on plants, animals, and human activities |
| Solar system: introduction to sun, moon, and planets |
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| Scientific Inquiry Skills |
| Making predictions |
| Planning simple investigations |
| Measuring using standard units |
| Collecting and organizing data with simple tables |
| Drawing conclusions from observations |
| Communicating findings |
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| Environmental Awareness |
| Habitats and their protection |
| Resource conservation: practical applications |
| Pollution: introduction to air and water pollution |
| Recycling: sorting materials |
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| Technology and Applications |
| Simple machines: levers, pulleys, wheels |
| Designing solutions to simple problems |
| Technological products and how they work |
| Digital tools for learning |
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| Life Sciences |
| Plant and animal classification: more detailed categories |
| Plant parts and functions: detailed study |
| Animal adaptations: structural and behavioral |
| Food chains and food webs: energy transfer |
| Ecosystems: components and interactions |
| Human body systems: skeletal, muscular, digestive systems |
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| Physical Sciences |
| Materials: natural and synthetic, properties and uses |
| States of matter: detailed properties of solids, liquids, and gases |
| Changes of state: melting, freezing, evaporation, condensation |
| Forces and magnets: attraction, repulsion, poles |
| Light: sources, reflection, shadows, transparency |
| Heat: sources, conductors, and insulators |
| Simple circuits: components and construction |
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| Earth and Space Sciences |
| Earth's materials: rocks, minerals, soil, water |
| Water cycle: detailed processes |
| Weather patterns and climate: factors and measurement |
| Natural resources: renewable and non-renewable |
| Earth's movements: rotation and day/night cycle |
| Solar system: sun, planets, and their characteristics |
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| Scientific Inquiry Skills |
| Formulating testable questions |
| Designing fair tests |
| Using appropriate equipment |
| Accurate measuring and recording |
| Creating tables and simple graphs |
| Identifying patterns in data |
| Drawing conclusions based on evidence |
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| Environmental Awareness |
| Human impact on environments |
| Conservation strategies |
| Waste management and recycling systems |
| Sustainable practices in everyday life |
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| Technology and Applications |
| Engineering design process: introduction |
| Simple machines and their applications |
| Energy uses in everyday life |
| Technology and environmental impacts |
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| Life Sciences |
| Living things: classification into major groups |
| Plant reproduction and life cycles: pollination, seed dispersal |
| Animal diversity: vertebrates and invertebrates |
| Habitats: adaptation of plants and animals to specific environments |
| Food chains and webs: producers, consumers, decomposers |
| Human body systems: circulatory, respiratory, digestive systems |
| Health and nutrition: balanced diet, disease prevention |
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| Physical Sciences |
| Properties and changes of materials: comparative analysis |
| Mixtures and solutions: separation techniques |
| States of matter: particle theory introduction |
| Forces and motion: types of forces, balanced and unbalanced forces |
| Electricity: circuits, conductors, insulators, switches |
| Light: reflection, refraction, color spectrum |
| Sound: production, transmission, pitch, volume |
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| Earth and Space Sciences |
| Earth's structure: layers (crust, mantle, core) |
| Rocks and minerals: types, formation, uses |
| Soils: types, formation, properties |
| Water resources: distribution, conservation, pollution |
| Weather and climate: factors, prediction, instruments |
| Solar system: planets, moons, asteroids, comets |
| Earth's movement: rotation, revolution, seasons |
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| Scientific Inquiry Skills |
| Planning investigations: variables, fair testing |
| Measurement: accuracy and precision |
| Data collection and representation: tables, bar graphs, line graphs |
| Analysis and interpretation of data |
| Evaluating evidence and conclusions |
| Communicating scientific information |
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| Environmental Awareness |
| Ecosystems: balance and interdependence |
| Human impact: deforestation, pollution, urban development |
| Conservation: endangered species, habitat preservation |
| Sustainable practices: energy conservation, waste reduction |
| Climate change: introduction to causes and effects |
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| Technology and Applications |
| Engineering design process: identify problems, design solutions |
| Simple machines: combinations and applications |
| Energy sources: renewable and non-renewable |
| Technological innovations: past, present, future |
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| Life Sciences |
| Classification systems: kingdoms, phyla, classes |
| Plant anatomy and physiology: cellular structure, photosynthesis |
| Animal adaptations: structural, behavioral, physiological |
| Ecosystems: biomes, biodiversity, ecological relationships |
| Human body systems: nervous, endocrine, excretory |
| Heredity: introduction to inherited traits |
| Evolution: introduction to adaptation and natural selection |
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| Physical Sciences |
| Properties of matter: physical vs. chemical properties |
| Atoms and molecules: basic structure and behavior |
| Chemical changes: basic reactions, signs of chemical change |
| Energy forms: potential, kinetic, thermal, electrical, light |
| Energy transformations and conservation |
| Forces: gravity, friction, magnetic, electric |
| Motion: speed, velocity, acceleration |
| Simple machines: mechanical advantage, efficiency |
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| Earth and Space Sciences |
| Earth's systems: geosphere, hydrosphere, atmosphere, biosphere |
| Plate tectonics: continental drift, earthquakes, volcanoes |
| Rock cycle: igneous, sedimentary, metamorphic |
| Water systems: oceans, lakes, rivers, groundwater |
| Weather and climate: global patterns, climate zones |
| Earth in space: solar system, galaxies, universe |
| Earth's movements: rotation, revolution, tides, seasons |
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| Scientific Inquiry Skills |
| Developing hypotheses |
| Designing controlled experiments |
| Identifying and controlling variables |
| Precise measurement using appropriate tools |
| Data analysis: patterns, trends, outliers |
| Drawing conclusions based on evidence |
| Evaluating methods and suggesting improvements |
| Scientific modeling |
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| Environmental Awareness |
| Biodiversity and conservation |
| Human environmental impact: pollution, resource depletion |
| Climate change: detailed causes and effects |
| Sustainable development |
| Renewable energy sources |
| Ecological footprint |
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| Technology and Applications |
| Engineering design process: detailed steps |
| Technological solutions to environmental problems |
| Energy efficiency and conservation technologies |
| Digital technologies for data collection and analysis |
| Biotechnology: basic concepts and applications |
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| Life Sciences |
| Cell theory: structure and function of cells |
| Plant systems: transport, reproduction, responses |
| Animal systems: comparative anatomy and physiology |
| Classification: detailed taxonomic hierarchy |
| Interdependence in ecosystems: energy flow, matter cycling |
| Human body: integumentary, muscular, skeletal systems |
| Reproduction and heredity: asexual vs. sexual reproduction |
| Microorganisms: bacteria, viruses, fungi, protists |
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| Physical Sciences |
| Atomic structure: protons, neutrons, electrons |
| Elements, compounds, and mixtures |
| Periodic table: introduction to organization |
| Physical and chemical changes: detailed characteristics |
| Energy: forms, transformations, conservation |
| Forces and motion: Newton's laws introduction |
| Simple machines: mechanical advantage calculations |
| Electricity: voltage, current, resistance, series and parallel circuits |
| Light: wave properties, electromagnetic spectrum introduction |
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| Earth and Space Sciences |
| Earth's structure: detailed layers and composition |
| Plate tectonics: theory, evidence, boundaries |
| Minerals and rocks: identification, properties, classification |
| Weathering, erosion, and deposition |
| Water cycle: detailed processes and human impacts |
| Weather and climate: factors, forecasting, extreme events |
| Space exploration: history, technology, discoveries |
| Astronomy: stars, galaxies, universe |
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| Scientific Inquiry Skills |
| Scientific method: detailed understanding |
| Experimental design: controlling variables |
| Data collection techniques |
| Statistical analysis: mean, median, mode, range |
| Graphical representation: various types of graphs |
| Scientific modeling: limitations and uses |
| Scientific communication: lab reports, presentations |
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| Environmental Awareness |
| Ecosystem dynamics: stability and change |
| Biodiversity: importance and threats |
| Resource management: water, land, energy |
| Pollution: types, effects, prevention |
| Climate change: detailed science and global impacts |
| Sustainable practices: individual and societal levels |
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| Technology and Applications |
| Engineering design cycle: detailed process |
| Material science: properties for specific uses |
| Energy technology: generation, transmission, storage |
| Biotechnology: genetic engineering introduction |
| Information technology in science |
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| Biology |
| Unit 1: Cell Biology |
| Cell structure and organization |
| Cell transport (diffusion, osmosis, active transport) |
| Cell division (mitosis and meiosis) |
| Cellular respiration and photosynthesis |
| Stem cells and specialized cells |
| Unit 2: Human Biology |
| Organ systems and their coordination |
| Homeostasis |
| Nutrition and digestion |
| Respiratory system |
| Circulatory system |
| Nervous system basics |
| Unit 3: Genetics and Evolution |
| DNA structure and function |
| Basic inheritance patterns |
| Genetic variation |
| Natural selection |
| Evidence for evolution |
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| Chemistry |
| Unit 1: Atomic Structure and Bonding |
| Atomic structure and electron configuration |
| Periodic table organization |
| Chemical bonding (ionic, covalent, metallic) |
| Properties of compounds based on bonding |
| Unit 2: Chemical Reactions |
| Types of chemical reactions |
| Balancing equations |
| Factors affecting reaction rates |
| Energy changes in reactions |
| Acid-base reactions |
| Redox reactions |
| Unit 3: Matter and Materials |
| States of matter |
| Physical and chemical changes |
| Solutions and solubility |
| Pure substances and mixtures |
| Separation techniques |
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| Physics |
| Unit 1: Forces and Motion |
| Newton's laws of motion |
| Forces and their effects |
| Momentum and impulse |
| Work, energy, and power |
| Simple machines |
| Unit 2: Waves |
| Types of waves |
| Wave properties and behavior |
| Sound waves |
| Light waves |
| Electromagnetic spectrum |
| Unit 3: Energy |
| Energy forms and transformations |
| Conservation of energy |
| Heat transfer |
| Renewable and non-renewable energy |
| Electrical energy and circuits |
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| Course Overview |
| An integrated science curriculum exploring biological, chemical, and physical phenomena through comprehensive theoretical and practical learning. |
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| Unit 1: Cellular and Atomic Foundations |
| Biology: Cell Biology |
| Cell structure and organelles |
| Cellular metabolism |
| Photosynthesis and cellular respiration |
| Cell division (mitosis and meiosis) |
| Membrane transport mechanisms |
| Chemistry: Atomic Structure and Periodic Table |
| Atomic models and electron configurations |
| Periodic table organization |
| Element properties and trends |
| Atomic bonding mechanisms |
| Ionic and covalent bonds |
| Physics: Mechanics |
| Kinematics: Linear motion and displacement, Velocity and acceleration, Graphical representation of motion |
| Dynamics: Newton's Laws of Motion, Force and motion, Work, energy, and power |
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| Unit 2: Genetic and Chemical Interactions |
| Biology: Genetics |
| DNA structure and function |
| Genetic inheritance patterns |
| Chromosomal mutations |
| Gene expression |
| Biotechnology principles |
| Chemistry: Chemical Reactions |
| Balancing chemical equations |
| Types of chemical reactions |
| Stoichiometry |
| Oxidation-reduction reactions |
| Acid-base chemistry |
| Physics: Wave Physics and Optics |
| Wave Characteristics: Types of waves, Wave properties, Sound waves and acoustic principles |
| Optics: Light as a wave and particle, Reflection and refraction, Electromagnetic spectrum |
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| Unit 3: Evolution, Composition, and Energy |
| Biology: Evolution and Diversity |
| Natural selection |
| Evolutionary theory |
| Biological classification |
| Species diversity |
| Adaptation mechanisms |
| Chemistry: Chemical Composition |
| Molecular and empirical formulas |
| Mole concept |
| Concentration calculations |
| Solution chemistry |
| Limiting reactants |
| Physics: Electricity and Magnetism |
| Electrical Concepts: Electric charge and fields, Ohm's Law, Series and parallel circuits |
| Magnetism: Magnetic fields, Electromagnetic induction, Generator and motor principles |
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| Unit 4: Ecological and Thermodynamic Systems |
| Biology: Ecology and Environment |
| Ecosystem dynamics |
| Energy flow |
| Biogeochemical cycles |
| Population interactions |
| Environmental sustainability |
| Chemistry: Thermochemistry |
| Energy in chemical reactions |
| Endothermic and exothermic processes |
| Heat transfer |
| Enthalpy calculations |
| Chemical energy storage |
| Physics: Thermodynamics |
| Temperature and heat |
| Thermal energy transfer |
| Laws of thermodynamics |
| Heat engines |
| Thermal expansion |
| Phase changes |
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| Unit 5: Physiological and Matter Systems |
| Biology: Human Physiology |
| Human body systems |
| Homeostasis |
| Immune system |
| Reproductive biology |
| Nervous system fundamentals |
| Endocrine regulation |
| Chemistry: States of Matter |
| Intermolecular forces |
| Phase transitions |
| Gas laws |
| Kinetic molecular theory |
| Plasma and exotic states of matter |
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| Laboratory and Research Skills |
| Scientific method application |
| Experimental design |
| Data collection and analysis |
| Lab safety protocols |
| Microscopy |
| Scientific instrumentation |
| Technical report writing |
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| Cross-Disciplinary Connections |
| Mathematics |
| Physics |
| Chemistry |
| Biology |
| Environmental science |
| Technology |
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