How my world works

This curriculum area focuses on practical skills and understandings for a functional life. Many aspects have a scientific dimension such as fire, electricity, living things and sound. This curriculum area also emphasises effective engagement with technology, including computers, phones and household appliances.

How my world works DISCOVERING INTERESTING THINGS

BEING SAFE IN THE WORLD

Choosing and using Technology…..  Communication Technology

Living on our planet..  Fire

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Photography

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Water

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Technology in our school

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Electricity

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Outdoor technology

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Hot and cold

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Technology at home

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Chemicals

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Assistive technology

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Food

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Germs

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Materials

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Environment

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Weather and climate

Teacher to respond to interests of learners and to their curiosity about the workings of the world in relation to the termly theme... Examples:  Toys 

Antarctica

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Dinosaurs

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Robots

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Volcanoes

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Space

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The Zoo

Use of thematic learning cycle to deliver learner centred units of study