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India · CBSE Learning Outcomes

Class 5 Science (EVS K-5)

An inquiry based science curriculum that encourages students to observe, experiment, and analyze the natural world. Students explore biodiversity, environmental conservation, and the physical properties of matter through hands on investigation.

6 units·18 topics·Ages 10-11
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Super Senses and Animal Wonders

3 topics·Life Science

Investigation into the extraordinary sensory capabilities of animals and how these adaptations help them survive in diverse habitats.

Animal Sensory Systems

Exploring how animals use sight, smell, and sound in ways that far exceed human capabilities.

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Sleep and Hibernation Patterns

A study of the varying sleep requirements of animals and the biological necessity of rest.

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Endangered Species and Protection

Examining why certain species are disappearing and the role of national parks in conservation.

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Seeds, Sprouts, and Forest Secrets

3 topics·Life Science

A deep dive into the life cycle of plants, methods of seed dispersal, and the interdependence of forests and humans.

The Journey of a Seed

Analyzing how seeds travel across distances and the conditions required for successful germination.

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Pitcher Plants and Unique Adaptations

Investigating unusual plants that have evolved specific traits to survive in nutrient poor soils.

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Whose Forests Are They?

Exploring the relationship between tribal communities and forest ecosystems.

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Water Wealth and Aquatic Wonders

3 topics·Earth Science

Investigating the properties of water, the historical significance of water harvesting, and the challenges of water pollution.

The Mystery of Floating and Sinking

Experiments with buoyancy and density to understand why objects behave differently in water.

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Historical Water Management

Studying ancient stepwells and lakes to learn about traditional water conservation methods in India.

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Microbes and Waterborne Diseases

Understanding the link between stagnant water, mosquitoes, and human health.

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Food, Digestion, and Preservation

3 topics·Life Science

Exploring how the body processes nutrients and the scientific techniques used to keep food fresh for longer periods.

The Science of Tasting and Digestion

Mapping the tongue and tracing the path of food through the human digestive system.

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Spoilage and Preservation

Investigating why food rots and how various cultures have developed preservation methods like pickling.

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Hunger and Nutrition

Analyzing the importance of a balanced diet and the social issues surrounding food security.

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Earth, Space, and Gravity

3 topics·Earth & Space

Examining the Earth's position in space, the force of gravity, and the experiences of astronauts in zero gravity.

Living in Space

Studying the challenges faced by astronauts like Sunita Williams and the science of life on a space station.

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The Pull of the Earth

Exploring gravity and how it influences the movement of objects and the atmosphere.

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Phases of the Moon

Observing and recording the changing appearance of the moon over a month.

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Fuel, Energy, and Changing Landscapes

3 topics·Physical Science

Investigating energy sources, the environmental impact of fuel consumption, and the history hidden in old monuments.

Energy for Transport

Analyzing the types of fuels used in vehicles and the consequences of their depletion.

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Walls Tell Stories

Using historical forts and monuments as evidence to understand past technologies and lifestyles.

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When the Earth Shakes

Understanding natural disasters like earthquakes and how communities prepare for them.

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