Primary Social Studies Syllabus

Substrand: "3.2 Exploring our Islands"

Subject: Primary Social Studies Year: 3
Strand 1: Place and Space

Substrand: "3.2 Exploring our Islands" (24 periods)

Land masses and islands are important parts of the earth’s crust. Knowing their locations and features are important because they support people’s lives through well planned activities. These activities have both planned and unplanned impacts that shape the environment. They also influence people’s choice and preference of place and space.

General Learning OutcomesSpecific Learning OutcomesSuggested Assessment Events

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3.2.1 know the location of Solomon Islands in the world (k)

3.2.1.1 locate Solomon Islands on a world map and globe

3.2.2 know the location of the land masses and seas of our islands (k)

3.2.2.1 use the compass symbol on a map of Solomon Islands to determine the directions North, South, East and West

3.2.3 understand the interdependence between people and the environment (u)

3.2.3.1 identify ways in which people depend on their environment

3.2.4 appreciate the reasons why people choose to live in specific areas (a/v)

3.2.4.1 give three examples of ways which the natural landscape affects the way people live
3.2.4.2 give examples of places that are seen as special or important

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