Features

• An enquiry-based approach encourages learner agency and active collaboration
• Students learn to think creatively through answering big questions and making connections to real-life situations
• Engaging topics have been selected to develop a sense of value and responsibility, teaching students to look after themselves and the world around them
• Key idea boxes summarize learning in each topic
• Key words are highlighted and defined in a final glossary to help build scientific vocabulary and enhance students’ understanding of new concepts
• Stretch zone activities challenge more able students and promote a growth mindset
• Literacy skills boxes help EAL students develop fluency in scientific language