This term students at HHPS have been working really hard exploring Science unit of Earth. Exploring the natural phenomena’s of weather, natural resources, and our Solar system.

Term 2 FOUNDATION

In Foundation (prep) students will be exploring Science in their daily lives. Exploring how to predict of weather, recognizing symbols and simple science words by exploring hands on tasks.

WORDS THIS TERM
Sunny, cloudy, rainy, stormy, rainbows, sunlight, shadows, Seasons.

Year 1/ 2

Year 1 and 2 students are Exploring the Earth’s natural resources, including soil types, rocks, and water. Students will gain practical knowledge by observing, recording and reflecting upon different resource found on Earth..

WORDS THIS TERM

Loam, Sandy, Sedimentary, Metamorphic, Igneous, Bedrock, parental rock, water, conservation, ground water. Oceans, water cycle.

Year 3 /4

Students in years 3 and 4 will develop an understanding of the Solar system and Earth. How we on Earth rely on the Sun, Moon to aid live daily life. They will also explore natural occurrences on Earth such as features of Earth

Words THIS TERM

Solar system, Orbit, Rotation, Seasons, Crescent, Eclipse, Erosion Weathering, Longitude, Latitude,

Year 5 /6

Year 5 and 6 Students will focus on Animal and Plant adaptations. How their physical traits and characteristics aid in their survival in harsh or extreme environments.

WORDS THIS TERM: Planetary order, Revolution, Rotation, Gravitational forces, Natural disasters.