Biological Sciences Chemical Sciences Earth and Space Sciences Physical Sciences P Staying alive Living things have basic needs, including food and water ACSSU002 What’s it made of? Objects are made of materials that have observable properties ACSSU003 Weather in my world Daily and seasonal changes in our environment, including the weather, affect everyday life ACSSU004 On the move The way objects move depends on a variety of factors, including their size and shape ACSSU005 1 Schoolyard safari Living things have a variety of external features Living things live in different places where their needs are met ACSSU017 & ACSSU211 Spot the difference Everyday materials can be physically changed in a variety of ways ACSSU018 Up, down and all around Observable changes occur in the sky and landscape ACSSU019 Sounds sensational and sound are produced by a range of sources and can be sensed ACSSU020 2 Watch it grow Living things grow, change and have offspring similar to themselves ACSSU030 All mixed up Different materials can be combined, including by mixing, for a particular purpose ACSSU031 works Earth’s resources, including water, are used in a variety of ways ACSSU032 Push pull A push or a pull affects how an object or changes shape. ACSSU033 3 Feathers, fur or leaves? Living things can be grouped on the basis of observable features and can be distinguished from non-living things ACSSU044 Melting Moments A change of state between solid and liquid can be caused by adding or removing heat. ACSSU046 Spinning in space rotation on its axis causes regular changes, including night and day. ACSSU048 Heat Heat can be produced in many ways and can move from one object to another. ACSSU049
4 Plants in action Living things have life cycles Living things, including plants and animals, depend on each other and the environment to survive ACSSU072 & ACSSU073 Material Package it better Natural and processed materials have a of physical properties; these properties can influence their use ACSSU074 Beneath our feet Earth’s surface changes over time as a result of natural processes and human activity ACSSU075 Smooth moves Forces can be exerted by one object on another through direct contact or from a distance. ACSSU076 5 Desert survivors Living things have structural features and adaptations that help them to survive in Environment ACSSU043 Solids, liquids and gases Solids, liquids and gases have different observable properties and behave in different ways ACSSU077 Earth’s place in space The Earth is part of a system of planets orbiting around a star (the sun). ACSSU078 Light fantastic Light from a source forms shadows and can be absorbed, reflected and refracted. ACSSU080 6 Marvelous micro-organisms The growth and survival of living things are affected by the physical conditions of their environment. ACSSU094 Change detectives Changes to materials can be reversible, such as melting, freezing, evaporating; or irreversible, such as burning and rusting ACSSU095 Earthquake explorers Sudden geological changes or extreme weather conditions can affect Earth’s surface. ACSSU096 It’s electrifying Electrical circuits provide a means of transferring and transforming electricity. Essential energy Energy from a variety of sources can be used to generate electricity ACSSU219
SCIENCE, TERM ??? UNIT TITLE: UNIT OUTLINE CONTENT DESCRIPTORS (A) Science Understanding Science as Human Endeavour Science Inquiry Skills DEVELOPING INQUIRING AND REFLECTIVE LEARNERS Community Contributor Leader and Collaborator Effective Communicator Active Investigator Designer and Creator Quality Producer CURRICULA
Catholic Ethos Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Histories and Cultures Asia and Australia’s Engagement with Asia The overarching purpose of Catholic schools of the past, as well as the future, is to the Good News of Jesus to all who hear it. In the midst of a world of educational, social and economic change the focus on the holistic growth of the individual remains the surest way catholic school can prepare students for the uncertainties of the future. Defining Features, Diocese of Cairns The curriculum provides opportunities for young people to connect their curriculum experiences to a living Christian faith. Active engagement of inclusive curriculum practices which reflect Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander perspectives, knowledge, histories, cultures and spirituality. A genuine commitment to Reconciliatiuu65on, guided by principles of personal dignity, social justice and equity, which reflects the Gospel message and the mission of the Church. The curriculum provides opportunities to value and respect: traditional knowledge and practices culture and natural heritage spirituality and to critically examine and/or challenge: social constructs prejudice and racism This perspective requires students to develop skills, knowledge and understandings related to Asia and Australia’s engagement with Asia. The curriculum provides opportunities to know, understand and be able to: Understand ‘Asia’ Develop informed attitudes and values Know about contemporary and traditional Asia Connect Australia and Asia Communicate effectively with people of the region both within and outside Australia confidently Sustainability Education Social Emotional Learning Inclusive Education Access to current information about environmental issues and promotion of a reflective and responsive attitude towards stewardship of the gifts of creation. The curriculum provides opportunities to reflect upon: the gift of creation an attitude of responsible stewardship and to critically examine and/or challenge: the impact of human interaction with the natural, built and social environment current environmental issues Social and emotional competencies are integral to academic and work success and are the basis of resilience, relational quality and social capital. The curriculum provides opportunities to develop: Self Awareness Social Awareness Responsible Decision Making Self-Management Relationship Management It is by the quality of interactions and relationships that all students learn to understand and appreciate difference, to value diversity and learn to respond with dignity and respect to all through mutually enriching interactions. The curriculum provides equitable access for and/or positive interactions with students from different backgrounds and with diverse needs and abilities.