1 WEEK 1&2 2-4Jan 7-11 Jan THEME People TOPIC Chapter 1 Knowing Me Knowing You LEARNING OUTCOMES / DOMAIN

1.1 Make friends and keep friendships by: a. taking part in conversations and discussions. IP 1.2 Take part in social interaction by: a. carrying out a variety of language functions. IP 2.1 Obtain information for different purposes by: c. reading materials in print such as reports and articles. I 2.2 Process information by: b. extracting main ideas and details. h. using print dictionaries. I 2.3 Present information to different audiences by: c. responding to questions orally and in writing. I 3.1 Listen to, read, view and respond to literary works by: a. understanding and telling in ones own words the story heard and read, and giving ones own opinion of the text; A c. explaining the message the writer is trying to convey and discussing how this relates to ones life. A SPECIFICATIONS Level 1 ii. Responding to questions politely by giving the required information. iii. Relating personal experiences. Level 2 vii. reading topics of current interest and exchange ideas. Level 1 i. Disagreeing politely in simple language. Level 1 ii. Skimming for gist and stating what the text is about. Level 2 vii. Summarize: identifying main ideas in a simple text. Level 3 Write an essay (factual description) for an article. Level 1 ii. Finding out the meaning of unfamiliar words by using contextual clues and the dictionary. iii. Retelling the story in ones own words. Level 2 viii. Talking about values in the text and whether they are meaningful to ones life and writing out a simple paragraph on this. PEDAGOGICAL STRATEGIES Thinking Skills (CCTS) MI LHTL ICT VALUES Friendship Tolerance

Lit. Comp

Poems In the Midst of Hardship

CCTS Cc

Being Grateful Cherishing relationships

2 d. understanding other peoples cultures, traditions, customs and beliefs. A

3&4 14-17 Jan 21-25 Jan

Environme nt

Chapter 2 Saving Every Drop

2.2 Process information by: b. extracting main ideas and details. I h. using print dictionaries. I

Level 3 xii. Saying orally what one thinks about the text and writing a simple paragraph on this. Level 1 iii. Relating personal experiences. Level 2 vii. Reading topics of current interest and exchange ideas. Level 2 vii. Summarize: Identifying main ideas in a simple text. Level 3 Write an article. Level 1

CCTS MI ICT Skills

Responsibility Environmental awareness

Future Studies CCTS MI

2.3 Present information to different audiences by: e. expanding notes and outlines. I

i. Stating what the text is about. ii. Noting important details.

Level 2 iv. Identifying ideas and jotting down key words and phrases.

Level 2 iv. expanding notes and outlines.

3 5&6 28 Jan1 Feb 4-8 Feb Social Issues Chapter 3 Reaching Out 1.1 Make friends and keep friendships by: a. taking part in conversations and discussions. IP c. talking about self, family and friends, personal experiences and understanding when others talk about themselves. IP 2.1 Obtain information for different purposes by: c. reading materials in print such as reports and articles. I 2.2 Process information by: c. discerning sequence of ideas. I a. skimming and scanning for specific information and ideas. I b. extracting main ideas and details. I h. using print dictionaries. I 2.3 Present information to different audiences by: a. writing recounts, descriptions, explanations, speeches, reports and articles. I f. composing, revising and editing drafts; and checking accuracy of spelling, punctuation and grammar. I i. using appropriate format, conventions and grammar. I Level 1 iii. Relating personal experiences. Level 2 v. Pronouncing words clearly and correctly and asking questions and making statements with the correct intonation, word stress and sentence rhythm. Levels 1, 2 & 3 ii. Reading silently and aloud with understanding a variety of texts. Level 1 ii. Skimming for gist and stating what the text is about. iii. Scanning for details. iv. Following sequence of ideas. vi. Using the dictionary to find the meanings of words. Level 2 vii. Identifying main ideas in a simple text. viii. Identifying supporting details in a simple text. Level 2 iv. expanding notes and outlines. v. Summarizing : identifying the important details; make notes. Level 3 vii. Writing a fact sheet CCTS (Thinking Skills) Social Awareness Humility MI Concern ICT

4 Lit. Comp Poems He Had Such Quiet Eyes 3.1 Listen to, read, view and respond to literary works by: b. recognizing elements in a story such as characters and setting. A d. understanding other peoples cultures, traditions, customs and beliefs. A 3.2 Express themselves creatively and imaginatively by a. Dramatizing texts and roleplaying characters. A b. Retelling a story from a different point of view, and presenting it in another genre. A c. composing simple poem, stories and dialogues. A Level 2 vii. Making predictions as to what might happen next in the story. viii. Talking about values in the text and whether they are meaningful to ones life and writing out a simple paragraph on this. ix. Talking how events, characters and settings in the texts remind one of people or events in real life. Level 1 i. Writing short and simple dialogues and staging it in class. ii. Role-playing characters. iii. Writing a short paragraph to recount an event in the story. Level 2 iv. Retelling a story in another genre. Level 3 v. Writing the story in another genre. vi. Composing simple poem, stories and dialogues. Level 1 iii. Relating personal experiences. Level 2 vii. Reading topics of current interest and exchange ideas. Level 1 iii. Expressing concern in simple language. Levels 1, 2 & 3 i. Listening to and understanding a CCTS MI Cc Being Careful Honesty

7&8 11-15 Feb 18-22 Feb

Health

Chapter 4 Checking Up on Health

*Chinese New Year 10-12 Feb

1.1 Make friends and keep friendships by: a. taking part in conversations and discussions. IP d. exchanging ideas, information and opinions on topics of interest. IP 2.1 Obtain information for different purposes by: a. listening to spoken texts.I c. reading materials in print such as reports and articles. I

CCTS MI ICT

Health consciousness

5 variety of texts. 2.2 Process information by: a. skimming and scanning for specific information and ideas. I b. extracting main ideas and details. I h. using print dictionaries. I Level 1 iii. Scanning for details. v. Taking note of main ideas. vi. Using the dictionary to find the meanings of words. Level 2 vii. Identifying main ideas in a simple text. viii. Identifying supporting details in a simple text.

Level 3 Write a simple speech 9&10 25 Feb1 Mar 4-8 Mar Values Chapter 5 Deciding on Dams 2.1 Obtain information for different purposes by: c. reading materials in print such as reports and articles. I 2.2 Process information by: b. extracting main ideas and details. I e. predicting outcomes. f. drawing conclusions. I g. identifying different points of view. I h. using print dictionaries I 2.3 Present information to different audiences by: a. writing recounts, descriptions, explanations, speeches, reports and articles. I f. composing, revising and editing drafts; and checking accuracy of spelling, punctuation and Level 1 ii. Responding to questions politely by giving the required information. iii. Relating personal experiences. Level 1 vi. Using the dictionary to find the meanings of words. Level 2 vii. Identifying main ideas in a simple text. viii. Identifying supporting details in a simple text. Level 3 xii. Predicting outcomes that are obvious in a text, giving reasons. xiv. Drawing conclusions that are obvious from the facts given. CCTS (Thinking Skills) MI ICT Skills Tolerance Sharing

6 grammar. I g. summarizing information. I i. using appropriate format, conventions and grammar. I 1.3 Obtain goods and services by: a. making enquiries and ordering goods and services. IP b. making complaints and responding to complaints. IP 2.2 Process information by: a. skimming and scanning for specific information and ideas; I b. extracting main ideas and supporting details. I h. using print dictionaries. I 2.3 Present information to different audiences by: a. writing recounts, descriptions, explanations, speeches, reports and articles. versa. I responding to complaints. IP v. Summarizing and paraphrasing the main ideas in a simple text.

11 & 12 11-15 Mar 18-22 Mar

Science and Tech.

Chapter 6 Going HighTech

Level 1 i. Making enquiries about a product in simple language. Level 2 ii. Making enquiries about a product of different brand names, making comparisons and choosing the one that gives value for money and giving reasons. iii. Placing an order for a product orally and in writing. iv. Giving feedback about a product or service as a consumer. Level 1 ii. Noting important details. Level 2 vii. Identifying main ideas in a simple text. viii. Identifying supporting details in a simple text. Level 2 iv. expanding notes and outlines. Level 3 vii. Writing a formal letter to express satisfaction and thanks. Level 2 vii. Making predictions as to what might happen next in the story. viii. Talking about values in the text

CCT (Thinking Skills) MI ICT

Tech Savvy Modesty

Lit. Comp

Short Stories QWERTYUIOP

3.1 Listen to, read, view and respond to literary works by: b. recognizing elements in a story such as characters and setting. A

CCTS Cc

Love Bravery

7 d. understanding other peoples cultures, traditions, customs and beliefs. A and whether they are meaningful to ones life and writing out a simple paragraph on this. ix. Talking how events, characters and 3.2 Express themselves creatively settings in the texts remind one of and imaginatively by people or events in real life. a. Dramatizing texts and roleLevel 1 playing characters. A i. Writing short and simple dialogues b. Retelling a story from a different and staging it in class. point of view, and presenting it in ii. Role-playing characters. another genre. iii. Writing a short paragraph to c. composing simple poem, stories recount an event in the story. and dialogues. A Level 2 iv. Retelling a story in another genre. Level 3 v. Writing the story in another genre. vi. Composing simple poem, stories and dialogues. MID SEMESTER BREAK 23 -31 MARCH 2013 Steadfastness

8 Week 13&14 1-5 Apr 8-12 Apr People Chapter 7 Looking Up Lifestyles 1.1Make friends and keep friendships by: c. Relate personal experiences. IP d. exchanging ideas, information and opinions on topics of interest. IP 2.2 Process information by: a. skimming and scanning for specific information and ideas; I b. extracting main ideas and supporting details. I h. using print dictionaries. I 2.3 Present information to different audiences by: a. writing an article. I Level 1 iii. Relating personal experiences. Level 2 vii. Reading topics of current interest and exchange ideas. Level 2 vii. Identifying main ideas in a simple text. viii. Identifying supporting details in a simple text. Level 3 v. Write an article presenting opinions for and against an issue. CCT (Thinking Skills) MI ICT Global Awareness Respect

9 Week 15&16 15-19 Apr 22-26 Apr Environme nt Chapter 8 Caring for the Environment 1.1 Make friends and keep friendships by: d. exchanging ideas, information and opinions on topics of interest. IP 2.1 Obtain information for different purposes by: c. reading materials in print such as reports and articles. I 2.2 Process information by: b. extracting main ideas and details. I e. predicting outcomes. I f. drawing conclusions. I g. identifying different points of view. I h. using print dictionaries j. making short notes and mapping out ideas. I 2.3 Present information to different audiences by: a. writing articles. I f. composing, revising and editing drafts; and checking accuracy of spelling, punctuation and grammar. I g. summarizing information. I Level 1 ii. Responding to questions politely by giving the required information. iii. Relating personal experiences. Levels 1, 2 & 3 i. Listening to and understanding a variety of texts. ii. Reading silently and aloud with understanding a variety of texts. Level 1 vi. Using the dictionary to find the meanings of words. Level 2 vii. Identifying main ideas in a simple text. viii. Identifying supporting details in a simple text. Level 3 xii. Predicting outcomes that are obvious in a text, giving reasons. xiv. Drawing conclusions that are obvious from the facts given. Level 2 iii. Responding to questions and comments spontaneously (oral). iv. expanding notes and outlines. v. Summarizing and paraphrasing the main ideas in a simple text. Level 3 vii. Writing an article to express a viewpoint. CCTS MI ICT Skills Cooperation Care Cleanliness

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Week 17&18 29 Apr 3 May 6-10 May

Social issues

Chapter 9 Facing Teenage Blues

1.1 Make friends and keep friendships by: d. exchanging ideas, information and opinions on topics of interest. IP 1.2 Take part in social interaction by: b. discussing plans and arrangements, solving problems, and making decisions. IP 2.1 Obtain information for different purposes by: c. reading materials in print such as reports and articles. I 2.2 Process information by: b. extracting main ideas and details. I e. predicting outcomes. I f. drawing conclusions. I g. identifying different points of view. I h. using print dictionaries I j. making short notes and mapping out ideas. I

Level 1 ii. Responding to questions politely by giving the required information. iii. Relating personal experiences. Level 2 vii. Reading topics of current interest and exchange ideas. Level 1 i. Disagreeing politely in simple language. Level 2 vi. Making a decision regarding an action to be taken based on agreement of all members o a group. Level 3 vii. Suggesting ways to solve a problem. Level 1 vi. Using the dictionary to find the meanings of words. Level 2 vii. Identifying main ideas in a simple text. viii. Identifying supporting details in a simple text. xi. Identifying and writing down in full abbreviations and vice versa. Level 3 xii. Predicting outcomes that are obvious in a text, giving reasons.

CCTS (Thinking Skills) MI ICT

Patience Love

2.3 Present information to different audiences by: a. writing recounts, descriptions, explanations, speeches, reports and articles. I f. composing, revising and editing

11 drafts; and checking accuracy of spelling, punctuation and grammar. I i. using appropriate format, conventions and grammar. I xiii. Identifying simple cause and effect. xiv. Drawing conclusions that are obvious from the facts given. Level 2 iv. expanding notes and outlines. Level 3 vii. Writing a fact sheet. Lit. Comp Short Stories QWERTYUIOP 3.1 Listen to, read, view and respond to literary works by: b. recognizing elements in a story such as characters and setting. A d. understanding other peoples cultures, traditions, customs and beliefs. A 3.2 Express themselves creatively and imaginatively by a. Dramatizing texts and roleplaying characters. A b. Retelling a story from a different point of view, and presenting it in another genre. c. composing simple poem, stories and dialogues. A Level 2 vii. Making predictions as to what might happen next in the story. viii. Talking about values in the text and whether thay are meaningful to ones life and writing out a simple paragraph on this. ix. Talking how events, characters and settings in the texts remind one of people or events in real life. Level 1 i. Writing short and simple dialogues and staging it in class. ii. Role-playing characters. iii. Writing a short paragraph to recount an event in the story. Level 2 iv. Retelling a story in another genre. Level 3 v. Writing the story in another genre. vi. Composing simple poem, stories and dialogues. CCTS Cc Love Bravery Steadfastness

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Week 19&20 13-17 May 20-24 May

Science & Technology

Chapter 10 Moving Ahead

1.1 Make friends and keep friendships by: d. exchanging ideas, information and opinions on topics of interest. IP 2.1 Obtain information for different purposes by: b. interviewing and using questionnaires IP c. reading materials in print such as reports and articles. I 2.2 Process information by: a. skimming and scanning for specific information and ideas. b. extracting main ideas and details. I h. using print dictionaries I i. interpreting non-linear texts such as maps, charts, diagrams, tables, graphs. I 2.3 Present information to different audiences by: a. writing reports. I c. responding to questions orally and in writing. I

Level 1 iii. Relating personal experiences Level 2 vii. Reading topics of current interest and exchange ideas. Levels 1, 2 & 3 ii. Reading silently and aloud with understanding a variety of texts. Level 2 vii. Identifying main ideas in a simple text. viii. Identifying supporting details in a simple text. ix. Reading and interpreting nonlinear texts such as diagrams, tables, graphs.

TS MI ICT

Competitiveness

13 d. presenting information in nonlinear forms including tables, graphs, diagrams, charts, and viceversa. I f. composing, revising and editing drafts; and checking accuracy of spelling, punctuation and grammar. I g. summarizing information. I i. using appropriate format, conventions and grammar. I Level 2 iii. Responding to questions and comments spontaneously (oral). iv. expanding notes and outlines. v. Summarizing and paraphrasing the main ideas in a simple text Level 3 vii. Writing brief reports.

Lit. Comp.

Short Stories QWERTYUIOP

3.1 Listen to, read, view and respond to literary works by: e. reciting poems with feeling and expression. A a. understanding and telling in ones own words the story heard and read, and giving ones own opinion of the text; c. explaining the message the writer is trying to convey and discussing how this relates to ones life. A/I d. understanding other peoples cultures, traditions, customs and beliefs. A

Level 1 ii. Finding out the meaning of unfamiliar words by using contextual clues and the dictionary. iii. Retelling the story or poem in ones own words. Level 2 viii. Talking about values in the text and whether they are meaningful to ones life and writing out a simple paragraph on this. xii. Writing a simple paragraph on this.

CCTS Cc

Love Bravery Steadfastness

MID YEAR BREAK 25 MAY 9 JUNE 2013

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Week 21&22 10-14 June 17-21 June

Health

Chapter 11 Healthy Living

2.1 Obtain information for different purposes by: c. reading materials in print such as reports and articles. I 2.2 Process information by: a. skimming and scanning for specific information and ideas. b. extracting main ideas and details. I e. predicting outcomes I f. drawing conclusions I g. identifying different points of view. I h. using print dictionaries I 2.3 Present information to different audiences by: a. writing recounts, descriptions, explanations, speeches, reports and articles. I e. expanding notes and outlines. I f. composing, revising and editing drafts; and checking accuracy of spelling, punctuation and grammar. I i. using appropriate format, conventions and grammar. I

Levels 1, 2 & 3 ii. Reading silently and aloud with understanding a variety of texts. B. Processing text read by: Level 2 vii. Identifying main ideas in a simple text. viii. Identifying supporting details in a simple text. Level 3 xii. Predicting outcomes that are obvious in a text, giving reasons. xiv. Drawing conclusions that are obvious from the facts given. Level 3 vii. Writing brief reports, descriptions.

TS MI ICT

Moderateness Scheduled

Lit. Comp.

Short Stories The Fruitcake Special

3.1 Listen to, read, view and respond to literary works by: e. reciting poems with feeling and expression. A a. understanding and telling in ones own words the story heard and read, and giving ones own opinion of the text; c. explaining the message the

Level 1 ii. Finding out the meaning of unfamiliar words by using contextual clues and the dictionary. iii. Retelling the story or poem in ones own words. Level 2 viii. Talking about values in the text and whether they are meaningful to

CCTS Cc

Love Being modest Cherishing relationships

15 writer is trying to convey and discussing how this relates to ones life. A/I d. understanding other peoples cultures, traditions, customs and beliefs. A Week 23&24 24-28 June 1-5 July Values Chapter 12 Loving Our Country 2.1 Obtain information for different purposes by: c. reading materials in print such as reports and articles. I 2.2 Process information by: a. skimming and scanning for specific information and ideas. b. extracting main ideas and details. I e. predicting outcomes I f. drawing conclusions I g. identifying different points of view. I h. using print dictionaries I 2.3 Present information to different audiences by: a. writing recounts, descriptions, explanations, speeches, reports and articles. I e. expanding notes and outlines. I f. composing, revising and editing drafts; and checking accuracy of spelling, punctuation and grammar. I i. using appropriate format, conventions and grammar. I ones life and writing out a simple paragraph on this. xii. Writing a simple paragraph on this.

Levels 1, 2 & 3 ii. Reading silently and aloud with understanding a variety of texts. B. Processing text read by: Level 2 vii. Identifying main ideas in a simple text. viii. Identifying supporting details in a simple text. Level 3 xii. Predicting outcomes that are obvious in a text, giving reasons. xiv. Drawing conclusions that are obvious from the facts given. Level 3 vii. Writing a simple speech.

TS MI ICT

Patriotism Love Tolerance

16 Lit. Comp. Short Stories The Fruitcake Special 3.1 Listen to, read, view and respond to literary works by: b. recognizing elements in a story such as characters and setting. A d. understanding other peoples cultures, traditions, customs and beliefs. A 3.2 Express themselves creatively and imaginatively by a. Dramatizing texts and roleplaying characters. A b. Retelling a story from a different point of view, and presenting it in another genre. c. composing simple poem, stories and dialogues. A Level 2 vii. Making predictions as to what might happen next in the story. viii. Talking about values in the text and whether thay are meaningful to ones life and writing out a simple paragraph on this. Level 1 i. Writing short and simple dialogues and staging it in class. ii. Role-playing characters. iii. Writing a short paragraph to recount an event in the story. Level 2 iv. Retelling a story in another genre. Care Love Cherishing Relationships

Level 3 v. Writing the story in another genre. vi. Composing simple stories and dialogues.

Week 25&26 8-12 July 15-19 July

Environme nt

Chapter 13 Preserving Nature

1.1 Make friends and keep friendships by: d. exchanging ideas, information and opinions on topics of interest. IP 2.1 Obtain information for different purposes by: c. reading materials in print such as reports and articles. I 2.2 Process information by: a. skimming and scanning for specific information and ideas. I

Level 1 iii. Relating personal experiences Level 2 vii. Reading topics of current interest and exchange ideas. Levels 1, 2 & 3 ii. Reading silently and aloud with understanding a variety of texts. Level 2 vii. Identifying main ideas in a simple text. viii. Identifying supporting details in a simple text. Level 2

ICT MI CCTS

Care Responsibility

17 b. extracting main ideas and details. I h. using print dictionaries I 2.3 Present information to different audiences by: a. writing recounts, descriptions, explanations, speeches, reports and articles. I e. expanding notes and outlines. I f. composing, revising and editing drafts; and checking accuracy of spelling, punctuation and grammar. I i. using appropriate format, conventions and grammar I Lit. Comp. Drama Gulp and Gasp 3.1 Listen to, read, view and respond to literary works by: a. understanding and telling in ones own words the story heard and read, and giving ones own opinion of the text; c. explaining the message the writer is trying to convey and discussing how this relates to ones life. A d. understanding other peoples cultures, traditions, customs and beliefs. A 3.2 Express themselves creatively and imaginatively by c. composing simple poem, stories and dialogues. A iii. Responding to questions and comments spontaneously (oral). iv. expanding notes and outlines. v. Summarizing and paraphrasing the main ideas in a simple text. Level 3 vii. Writing a formal letter of complaint.

Level 1 ii. Finding out the meaning of unfamiliar words by using contextual clues and the dictionary. iii. Retelling the story in ones own words. Level 2 viii. Talking about values in the text and whether they are meaningful to ones life and writing out a simple paragraph on this. Level 3 xii. Saying orally what one thinks about the text and writing a simple paragraph on this. Level 3 vi. Composing simple poem, stories and dialogues.

Love Responsibility Kindness

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Week 27&28 22-26 July 29 July2 Aug

People

Chapter 14 Promoting Our Crafts

1.1 Make friends and keep friendships by: d. exchanging ideas, information and opinions on topics of interest. IP 2.1 Obtain information for different purposes by: c. reading materials in print such as reports and articles. I 2.2 Process information by: a. skimming and scanning for specific information and ideas. I b. extracting main ideas and details. I h. using print dictionaries I 2.3 Present information to different audiences by: a. writing recounts, descriptions, explanations, speeches, reports and articles. I e. expanding notes and outlines. I f. composing, revising and editing drafts; and checking accuracy of spelling, punctuation and grammar. I i. using appropriate format, conventions and grammar I

Level 1 iii. Relating personal experiences Level 2 vii. Reading topics of current interest and exchange ideas. Levels 1, 2 & 3 ii. Reading silently and aloud with understanding a variety of texts. Level 2 vii. Identifying main ideas in a simple text. viii. Identifying supporting details in a simple text. Level 2 iii. Responding to questions and comments spontaneously (oral). iv. expanding notes and outlines. v. Summarizing and paraphrasing the main ideas in a simple text. Level 3 vii. Writing articles.

TS MI ICT

Love Patriotism

Lit. Comp.

Drama Gulp and Gasp

3.1 Listen to, read, view and respond to literary works by: a. understanding and telling in ones own words the story and poem heard and read, and giving

Level 1 ii. Finding out the meaning of unfamiliar words by using contextual clues and the dictionary. iii. Retelling the story or poem in ones

Love Responsibility Kindness

19 ones own opinion of the text; A c. explaining the message the writer is trying to convey and discussing how this relates to ones life. A own words. Level 2 v. Describing the place and time the story took place. vi. Describing characters and writing simple descriptions. Iv. Narrating sequence of events.

Level 3 x. Talking about the theme in a story and writing a simple paragraph on it. xii. Saying orally what one thinks about the text and writing a simple paragraph stating ones opinion. xiii. Understanding some of the figurative language of the text.

MID SEM BREAK / EID UL FITR 7-18 AUGUST 2013

REVISION