LEARNING+ Science Inquirers’ Companion

LEARNING+ Science Inquirers’ Companion is a complete resource book for Primary 3 – 6 students. The topics under the five themes, Diversity, Cycles, Systems, Interactions and Energy, are covered in detail based on the latest primary science syllabus. This book will enhance a student’s learning of science concepts and interest in science.

Grade Level / Age Group: Primary levels 3 to 6 (9 – 12 years)

Learning Outcomes:
Students should be able to…
• Make connections with what they learnt in science in the classroom to their daily life, the society and the environment, and see science as relevant and meaningful.
• Understand and remember the science concepts easily through concise points, examples and illustrations.
• Establish themselves as scientifically literate in order to make informed decisions and act responsibly in life.
• Develop themselves as self-directed learners, active contributors, concerned citizens and confident persons as provided in the Framework for 21st Century Competencies and Student Outcomes.
• Feel empowered to contribute towards STEM research, innovation and enterprise.

Unique Selling Advantages (USAs):
This series is designed to…
• Provide core body of concepts in life science and physical science woven around the five captivating science themes.
• Serve as both a guide and facilitator, aiding students in their scientific inquiries while comprehensively addressing primary school science topics.
• Foster robust science fundamentals and instill a lasting interest in science, paving the way for future learning and career pursuits.
• Analyse students’ academic strengths and weaknesses via online based assessment and learning platform EXPLICO.

What’s in LEARNING+ Science Inquirers’ Companion
Self-directed Learning
The short paragraphs and points are made simple and easy to understand. The tables help students to focus and remember the concepts and details that are relevant to study more easily and effectively.
The ‘brain-at-work’ icon , which can be found in some chapters, offers students greater awareness that science is present in every walk of their life. It gives students an opportunity to think about and build their knowledge of how science is infused in their life by doing more
research on their own.
Clear Examples and Illustrations
Examples and illustrations are used to help students understand the correct application of science knowledge.
Useful Summaries
Important points and concepts are summarised in ‘What I Have Learnt In This Chapter’. This is particularly helpful as a quick and easy recap before important examinations.
Icons
There are six other different icons within the book. These draw students’ attention to the important information that is given.

Size: 190mm x 260mm
Pages: 276
Author: Gan Yi Shen & Angeline Tan
13 ISBN: 9789813424135