Browse by Grade: Primary 6

Singapore · MOE Syllabus Outcomes

Primary 6 Art

A comprehensive primary six art curriculum focusing on deepening technical mastery and conceptual exploration. Students engage with diverse media and Singaporean heritage to develop a personal artistic voice and critical appreciation skills.

6 units·18 topics·Ages 11-12
1

The Self and Society

3 topics·Studio Art: Drawing and Painting

Students explore personal identity and their roles within the community through portraiture and symbolic representation.

Reframing the Self Portrait

Moving beyond likeness to explore how personality and emotion can be conveyed through color and distorted proportions.

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Symbols of Belonging

Investigating the cultural symbols found in Singaporean life and incorporating them into personal narratives.

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Visual Narratives of Home

Creating multi-figure compositions that depict social interactions within the neighborhood or school.

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Heritage and Modernity

3 topics·Art History and Criticism

An investigation into Singaporean art history and how traditional techniques influence contemporary practices.

The Nanyang Style

Analyzing the fusion of Western techniques and Southeast Asian themes by pioneer Singaporean artists.

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Traditional Crafts in a Modern World

Exploring batik, pottery, or weaving and how these traditional forms are reinvented by modern designers.

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Public Art and Landmarks

Studying sculptures and murals in the Singapore urban landscape and their impact on public space.

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The Power of Performance

3 topics·Performing Arts

Integrating theater, movement, and sound to understand the multidisciplinary nature of the arts.

Body Language and Expression

Using mime and gesture to communicate stories and emotions without dialogue.

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Scenography and Mood

Designing sets and lighting to create atmosphere and support a theatrical narrative.

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Soundscapes and Story

Exploring how music and foley sounds enhance the emotional impact of a performance.

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4

Form and Space

3 topics·Studio Art: Sculpture

Developing three-dimensional thinking through sculpture and architectural design challenges.

Additive and Subtractive Sculpture

Practicing the skills of building up form with clay and carving away from soft blocks.

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Kinetic Art and Movement

Designing sculptures that move or appear to move, exploring balance and mechanics.

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Eco-Architecture

Creating models of sustainable buildings that harmonize with the natural environment.

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Digital Frontiers

3 topics·Media Arts

Using technology as a creative tool for digital painting, animation, and graphic design.

Digital Illustration

Learning to use layers, brushes, and digital effects to create complex visual compositions.

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The Art of the Frame

Introduction to stop-motion animation and the principles of timing and sequence.

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Graphic Design for Change

Creating posters and digital assets to raise awareness for social or environmental issues.

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6

Curating Modernity

3 topics·Exhibition and Curation

Students take on the role of curators to organize an exhibition of their year's work.

The Curator's Choice

Selecting and grouping artworks based on themes, styles, or emotional impact.

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Writing Artist Statements

Articulating the intentions, processes, and meanings behind personal creative work.

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The Final Showcase

Designing the exhibition layout and guiding visitors through the artistic journey.

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