G2

2017-2018 Yearly Overview

 GRADE 2 Yearly Overview 2017-2018
Subject 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18

Unit of Who We Are: Communication How the World Works: Changes in How We Express Ourselves: Images
Inquiry builds relationships. matter affect our environment. express meaning.
How the World Works: Changes in
matter affect our environment.

Literacy Daily 5 and CAFE routines
Words Their Way
Reading cultural narratives
Writing emails, letters, notes,
recounts
6+1: Ideas, Sentence Fluency,
Conventions
Daily 5 and CAFE routines Daily 5 and CAFE routines
Words Their Way Words Their Way
Reading informational texts Reading biography and narratives
Writing reports, explanations, Writing comic strips
experiments (ATL-planning) 6+1: Voice, Conventions
6+1: Organisation, Conventions
Words Way
Reading informational texts
Writing reports, experiments
(ATL-planning)
6+1: Organisation, Conventions

Mathematics Number: Measurement: Pattern & Function:

- Name and order numbers
- Place value
- Addition and subtraction
strategies
-Rounding
Pattern & Function:
- Extend a pattern (skip
counting, even & odd)
- Length, weight, capacity - Identify patterns and apply to
addition and subtraction problems
Data Handling:
- Collect, organise, display and interpret
data Problem Solving
- Use patterns in real life situations
Shape and Space: for problem solving
- Properties of 2D/3D shapes
- Symmetry and transformations

Problem Solving Problem Solving

- Use a variety of strategies for - Use measurement in real life
 solving addition and subtraction situations for problem solving
word problems

Mandarin Communication Communities

Phase 1 Basic introduction Phase 1 Basic school life
Phase 2 Family introduction Phase 2 School life with details
Phase 3 Extended families Phase 3 School communities

Visual Colour and emotion; Aboriginal art

Arts Self Portraits

Performing Intro to Role of Music Music Connects Expressing Feelings Through Music
Arts PA Performer/Audience in Connects Us
Different Cultures and Us
Settings

PE Intro to Athletics Fundamental FMS (cont) Movement Composition

PE Movement Skills
Subject 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38

Unit of How We Organize Ourselves: Where We Are in Place and Time: We learn Sharing the Planet: Animals and their
Inquiry Exchange systems help our about civilizations from what was left behind. habitats are connected.
community. Where We Are in Place and Time: We learn
about civilizations from what was left behind.

Literacy Daily 5 and CAFE routines
Words Their Way
Reading informational and
procedural texts
Writing procedures and
instructions
6+1: Organisation, Conventions
Daily 5 and CAFE routines Daily 5 and CAFE routines
Words Their Way Words Their Way
Reading history and informational texts Reading biography, nonfiction, realistic
Writing explanations fiction, Reading poetry
6+1: Conventions Writing exposition-opinion, persuasive,
Daily 5 and CAFE routines poetry
Words Their Way 6+1: Word Choice
Reading history and informational texts
Writing explanations
6+1: Conventions

Mathemati Number: (Integrated into UOI) Number: Number:

cs - Money - Relationship between addition, subtraction, - Simple fractions
- Addition and subtraction multiplication, division
strategies - Multiplication and division strategies Measurement:
- Telling time using analogue and digital
Data Handling: Data Handling: (integrated into UOI) clocks
- Chance and probability - Directions and mapping
Problem Solving
Problem Solving Problem Solving - Using fractions in our everyday lives
- Solve problems using notes and - Create add/subt/mult/division word problems
coins up to $1 and solve

Mandarin Cultures Connections

Phase 1 Basic food Phase 1 Basic holidays
 Phase 2 Food at restaurant Phase 2 Holidays with details
Phase 3 Food/Pinyin (Chinese alphabet) Phase 3 Seasons and activities

Visual Buildings and architecture The art and The art and Elements of art
Arts architecture of architecture colour
ancient of ancient
civilisations civilisations

Performing Learning an instrument Dance From Original Composition

Arts - focus on xylophone Different Places

PE Net/Wall Games Striking & Fielding Games FMS Swimming

 Who we are

Area of TD Theme the nature of the self

human relationships including families, friends,
communities, and cultures

Central Idea Communication builds relationships.

Key Concepts Function

Perspective
Connection

Related concepts communications, relationships, roles

Lines Inquiry Different ways to communicate

Our home languages
Challenges communicated in an international
environment
Role of communication in building relationships

Learner Profile Communicators, Open-minded, Reflective

Attitudes Appreciation, Respect, Tolerance, Confidence

How Singapore will be used to facilitate the inquiry Asking parents and/or locals to share in the challenges
associated with speaking and/or understanding a different
dialect of English.

Teacher Provocations House building (nonverbal/verbal)

Botanic Garden trip - team building
Skype call
Parent guest speaker (nonverbal & cultural
communication)
Subject Focus PSPE, Humanities, Performing Arts, Mandarin

Subject Specific Skills Humanities:

Formulate and ask questions about the past, future,
places and society. Orientate in relation to place and
time

Subject Specific Knowledge Humanities:

Analyse how people from different cultures interact
PSPE:
Understanding the concept of communication

Core ATLs (TD Skills) Thinking Skills: comprehension, analysis, metacognition

Research Skills: formulating questions
Communication Skills: listening, speaking, nonverbal
communication
Social Skills - group decision making, respecting others,
cooperating, resolving conflict
Self-Management Skills: fine motor skills, making informed
choices

Integrators contributions Develop vocabulary for communication (Mandarin)

Google Apps Introduction
Team Building & Problem Solving (PE)
Exploring culture through the arts (PA)

What does a Grade Level appropriate understanding of this Communicating in different ways helps me to connect with
central idea look like? people.

The essence of this unit in less than 20 words Students will learn how to use various forms of communication
in different contexts.
 Where we are in place and time

Area of TD Theme discoveries, explorations and migrations of humankind

the relationships between and the interconnectedness of
individuals and civilizations, from local and global
perspectives

Central Idea We learn about civilizations from what was left behind.

Key Concepts Connection

Change

Related concepts civilizations, discovery, history

Lines Inquiry Archeology

Ancient Civilization - Pompei
Evidence we will leave behind

Learner Profile Thinkers, Risk-Takers

Attitudes Curiosity, Commitment

How Singapore will be used to facilitate the inquiry Trips to Asian Civilisation Museum and Fort Canning Ancient
History Trail as provocation for and culmination of inquiring into
artefacts found in the region.

Teacher Provocations Map of school - hunt

Archaeological dig
Artefact exploration
Walking Tour of Fort Cannings Ancient Walking Trail

Subject Focus Visual Arts, Humanities

Subject Specific skills Humanities:

Use and analyse evidence from a variety of historical,
 geographical and societal sources. Orientate in relation
to place and time. Assess the accuracy, validity, and
possible bias of sources

Subject Specific Knowledge Humanities:

Interpret how places and people influence each other

Core ATLs (TD Skills) Research Skills: collecting data, organising data
Communication Skills: reading

Integrators contributions Guest speakers for this unit about Chinese civilization
(Mandarin)
Various aspects of art history (Visual Arts)

What does a Grade Level appropriate understanding of this I can learn about the past by looking at things from long ago.
central idea look like?

The essence of this unit in less than 20 words Students will understand that found artifacts tell a story of the
past, and can make connections past and present.
 How we express ourselves

Area of TD Theme the ways in which we discover and express ideas,

feelings, nature, culture, beliefs and values

Central Idea Images express meaning.

Key Concepts Function

Connection
Reflection

Related concepts patterns, features

Lines Inquiry Responding to images

Evaluation of images
Creation of images

Learner Profile Communicators, Open-minded

Attitudes Empathy, Enthusiasm, Tolerance, Creativity

How Singapore will be used to facilitate the inquiry

Teacher Provocations Grade 10 art students

Inference Bookmarks
Trip to art gallery
G2 Art Gallery

Subject Focus Visual Arts, Performing Arts, Literacy, Mandarin

Subject Specific skills Literacy:

Identifying factors that influence personal reactions to
visual texts;

Subject Specific Knowledge Literacy:

 Comprehend, respond to, and analyse a wide variety of
literary texts. Demonstrate an appreciation for reading.
Apply understanding of the authors craft

Core ATLs (TD Skills) Thinking Skills: acquisition of knowledge, synthesis, evaluation
Research Skills: observing, organising data, interpreting data,
presenting research findings
Communication Skills: viewing, presenting
Self-Management Skills: spatial awareness, time management

Integrators contributions Creative pieces inspired by artwork (Performing Arts)

Chinese paper cutting (Mandarin)
Digital Design

What does a Grade Level appropriate understanding of this There are stories and meanings behind pictures.
central idea look like?

The essence of this unit in less than 20 words Students explore ways to respond to, create and reflect on
various images.
 How the world works

Area of TD Theme how humans use their understanding of scientific

principles

Central Idea Changes in matter affect our environment.

Key Concepts Form

Causation
Connection

Related concepts Non-Standard units, changes of state, chemical & physical

changes

Lines Inquiry The ways in which matter affects our lives

The properties of matter
Water cycle

Learner Profile Inquirers, Thinkers, Communicators

Attitudes Appreciation, Curiosity

How Singapore will be used to facilitate the inquiry

Teacher Provocations Guest speaker

Virtual field trips

Subject Focus Mathematics, Science

Subject Specific skills Science:

Observe carefully in order to gather data.
Use a variety of instruments and tools to measure data
accurately.
Use scientific vocabulary to explain observations and
experiences.
 Plan and carry out systematic investigations,
manipulating variables as necessary.
Make and test predictions.
Interpret and evaluate data gathered in order to draw
conclusions

Subject Specific Knowledge Math:

Use non standard units of measurement to solve
problems

Core ATLs (TD Skills) Thinking Skills: application

Research Skills: planning
Communication Skills: presenting
Social Skills: cooperating, adopting a variety of group roles
Self-Management Skills: safety

Integrators contributions

What does a Grade Level appropriate understanding of this Solids, liquids and gases can change.
central idea look like?

The essence of this unit in less than 20 words Students understand that matter has properties and can be
changed naturally and by us.
 How we organize ourselves

Area of TD Theme economic activities and their impact on humankind and

the environment.

Central Idea Exchange systems help our community.

Key Concepts Form

Function
Causation

Related concepts system, money, history, interdependence, values

Lines Inquiry Forms of exchange

How people earn and use money
How trade affects our choices

Learner Profile Knowledgeable, Reflective, Caring

Attitudes Cooperation, Respect

How Singapore will be used to facilitate the inquiry Exploring currency from around the world, including Singapore
coins and notes. Exploring how Singapore was part of the Silk
Road and the routes taken around this area and their influence
on Singapore.

Teacher Provocations Kids bring in money

Swap Shop
Maritime Museum

Subject Focus Mathematics, Humanities

Subject Specific skills Humanities:

Formulate and ask questions about the past, the future,
places and society. Use and analyse evidence from a
 variety of historical, geographical and societal sources

Subject Specific Knowledge Mathematics:

Apply strategies to solve money related problems up to
$1
Humanities:
Understand the causes and effects of trading and the
systems of exchange. Describe how goods and services
can be exchanged

Core ATLs (TD Skills) Thinking Skills: evaluation

Research Skills: collecting data, recording data
Communication Skills: writing, presenting
Self-Management Skills: organisation, codes of behaviour

Integrators contributions

What does a Grade Level appropriate understanding of this Exchange systems help us get the things.
central idea look like?

The essence of this unit in less than 20 words Students recognise that there are different exchange systems in
their daily lives and understand their functions.
 Sharing the planet

Area of TD Theme rights and responsibilities in the struggle to share finite

resources with other people and with other living things
communities and the relationships within and between
them

Central Idea Animals and their habitats are connected.

Key Concepts Function

Responsibility
Causation

Related concepts ecosystems, adaptation, conservation, sustainability,

dependence

Lines Inquiry Needs of animals

Food webs
The consequences of imbalance within habitats

Learner Profile Inquirers, Principled, Balanced

Attitudes Curiosity, Independence, Integrity

How Singapore will be used to facilitate the inquiry Trip to Kent Ridge to examine the habitats in a local area, and
creating food webs to explore the interconnected of the animals
and their habitats.

Teacher Provocations Schoolyard exploration

Kent Ridge visit

Subject Focus Science, Humanities

Subject Specific skills Science:

 Observe carefully in order to gather data. Use scientific
vocabulary to explain their observations and experiences

Subject Specific Knowledge Humanities:

Presenting factors that can impact the balance within an
ecosystem

Core ATLs (TD Skills) Thinking Skills: acquisition of knowledge, synthesis, dialectical
thought
Research Skills: observing, recording data, organising data
Communication Skills: presenting
Social Skills: Accepting responsibility

Integrators contributions

What does a Grade Level appropriate understanding of this Animals and their habitats are connected.
central idea look like?

The essence of this unit in less than 20 words Students understand that we are interconnected because we
share resources, and our use impacts nature.