GRADE VI

English

YEAR PLAN 2019 - 2020 Grade VI ENGLISH The academic year is divided into two sessions Session One: June 2019 to October 2019 Session Two: November 2019 to March 2020 Continuous assessments: June, July, August, September, November, December, January, February Summative Assessment I: October 2019 Summative Assessment II: March 2020 Please check the index page in the notebooks for Continuous Assessment marks. AIM:The ability to use English language to enhance thinking skills, to enrich culturally and to facilitate social interaction. General Objectives: To develop the ability to:  ·          read with comprehension drawing information directly or by inference from the text ·          derive, infer and critically assess information through listening                                                ·          employ language for thinking as well as for expressing oneself ·          employ a variety of skills in writing within a framework  Session One: June – October 2019
Duration	Topic	Specific Learning Objectives	Activities	Grammar	Writing
June	Mowgli in Trouble Malala (Poem)	ü   Analyse the different emotions and circumstances of the protagonist. ü   Enjoys and appreciatesthe elements of a good poem ü   Recall previous knowledge ü   Identify different types of sentences	Reading comprehension Listening comprehension Worksheets	Parts of Speech Kinds of Sentences Fun with Grammar Units 1 - 4	Diary entry Paragraph Writing (HW)
July	Today I Wrote (poem) India at Play	ü   Read an expository piece and appreciate the information given in it. ü   Enjoys a humorous poem. ü   recalls the singular and plural forms ü   Differentiates between a phrase and sentence and its different types	Reading comprehension Vocabulary Poster making and slogan writing on Different Games and Players	Countable and uncountable nouns Phrases, Sentences Types of Phrases Fun with Grammar Units 5 - 7	Notice Acrostic Poem
August	A Child's Thought (poem) The Diamond Necklace	ü   Understand the simple episodes from everyday life which reveal the hidden sides of people. ü   Compare and contrast the two scenes presented in the poem ü   categorizes singular/plural nouns ü   categorizes pronouns	Reading comprehension Vocabulary Grammar	Singular/Plural nouns Pronouns Fun with Grammar Units 8 & 9	Invitation Card Picture composition
September	I Cannot Remember My Mother (poem)	ü   Understand the love and importance of mother ü   describes with clarity the use of the right adjectives	Reading comprehension Vocabulary	Adjectives Subject-verb agreement Tenses (present tense) Fun with Grammar Units 10 & 11	Comprehension passage – The Hen (HW) Descriptive writing
October	Summative Assessment I
Session Two – November 2019 - March 2020
November	No Room for a Leopard Spring Quiet (Poem)	ü  Identifies the need for Wildlife Conservation ü  Develops an admiration for nature ü  Understands the difference between verbs and Tenses	Reading comprehension Vocabulary	Tenses (past tense) Tense (future tense) Fun with Grammar Units 12 - 14	Letter writing – Informal
December	Stopping by Woods on a Snowy Evening(Poem)	ü  Appreciates the beauty of nature ü  Understands basics of poetic devices	Reading comprehension Vocabulary	Direct and Indirect Speech Fun with Grammar Units 15 - 17	Outline story (HW) Reading comprehension passage – A Handful of Salt
January	The Voice of Conscience	ü  Comprehends the role of Panchayat in our country. ü  Identifies the voice of conscience in human beings. ü  rephrases and reports speeches.	Reading comprehension Vocabulary	Adverbs Fun with Grammar Units 18 - 20	Newspaper report
February	End of School Days	ü  Appreciates an extract from a classical story. ü  Identify the theme of self, family, home and friends.	Reading comprehension Vocabulary	Conjunctions Fun with Grammar Unit 21	Letter Writing - Formal
March	Summative Assessment II
Facilitators: Mrs. Chithira Alin Kurien, Mrs Soorya Gayathri Text books:  New Gem’s English Reader, Fun with Grammar 6

Project Work: Choose one of the following projects:

1. A handwritten story book on success(with pictures)

2. Family Tree

3. A sports and games guide

Hindi  

YEAR PLAN 2019- 2020 Grade VI HINDI 3rd Language The academic year is divided into two sessions Session One: June 2019 to October 2019 Session Two: November 2019 to March 2020 Continuous assessments: June,July, August, December, January, February Summative Assessment I: October 2019 Summative Assessment II: March 2020 Please check the index page in the notebooks for Continuous Assessment marks. Aim: To develop the skills to communicate with others and express oneself in Hindi Enduring Understanding:  An open and rich understanding about people who have a different culture and language. Objectives: A student reads, writes, comprehends and speaks in Hindi at a level suitable to his/her age. 1st session June - October
Duration	Topics	Specific objectives	Activities		Resources
June	Letters and character combinations Simple everyday words	recall the alphabet and improve vocabulary	Play games with pictures and letters Dictation Quiz		Flash cards, Text book List of words prepared by the teacher
	Basic conversations (at home; at school; among friends)	Comprehend simple conversations	Role play on given situations		Various grammar books
	Songs Story-Aam ki kahani(for assignment) Poem-Bade chalo	Enjoy the flow and rhythm comprehension, self study To know  what each of us must contribute to the development of a strong country.	Reading out loud Draw a mango and write five sentences about it. Identify the fruits and name them		Songs from Hindi movies http://www.hindilyrics.net/ Text book (Hasthe gathe seekhen)
July	Story-Garam jamun	How to develop confidence Build vocabulary	Reading out loud Synonyms Opposites		Text book (Hasthe gathe seekhem)
	Sentence making Composition: Water	Develop the skill to read , write and comprehend	Make sentences with the given words Creative writing		Various grammar books
August	Poem –Baya se	To appreciate rhythm and learn the importance of hard work	Dictation		Textbook (Hasthe gathe seekhem)
September	Story-Muskurate Rajkumar	Build Vocabulary – members of a family.	Mind mapping  Draw a family tree and  write the names of family members and the work they do		Textbook (Hasthe gathe seekhem)
October	Numbers Basic Conversation in the school Revision	Numbers Comprehend simple conversations Identify the situation	Write numbers in words & vice versa Role play on given situations Dialogue making		(Hasthe gathe seekhem)
Session Two - November-March 2020
November	Poem- Ese Jagavo	Build vocabulary Appreciate stories with a moral	Mind mapping Role play	Text book (Hasthe gathe seekhem)
	Simple grammar	Learn the correct usage of  language	Noun,Pronoun,Verb	(Hasthe gathe seekhem)
December	Story-Battalik ka hero	To understand the qualities required to be a leader	Reading Dictation	Text book (Hasthe gathe seekhem)
	Composition:APJ Abdul Kalam	Develop ideas and write a paragraph on the same topic	Mind mapping Composition ( writing)	Hasthe gathe seekhem
January	Poem-Moolmantra	Build vocabulary	Reading out loud Dictation	Text book (Hasthe gathe seekhem)
	grammar	Learn the correct usage of language	adverb	(Hasthe gathe seekhem)
February	Chithra kadha Conversation- Over Tele phone Revision	Build vocabulary Comprehend simple conversations Identify the situation	Role play on given situations Dialogue making	Text book Simple grammar books Text book (Hasthe gathe seekhem)
Textbook: Hasthe gathe seekhem Facilitator’s name:Mrs. JAYASREE.P.S

French 

                                                                                      GRADE VI  FRENCH

The academic year is divided into two sessions

Session one: June 2019 to October 2019

Session two: November 2019- March 2019

Continuous assessments: July, August, December, January, February

Summative assessments I: October 2019

Summative assessments II: March 2020

Please check the index page in the notebooks for Continuous Assessment.

Endure Understanding: To achieve the confidence to use the language in real life situations.

Objectives: To express your ideas and negotiate your opinions through speaking, reading and writing.

Resource : Apprenons le français 2, Cahier d’exercices 2

Duration	Lesson	Objectives			Grammar	Project
June	Leçon 0 : Un coup d’œil sur la France Leçon 1 :  Voila le frère et la sœur de Manuel	Ø  French culture Ø  Description of a person Ø  Body parts			Ø  The accents Ø  Definite articles Ø  -er verbs Ø  Subject pronouns	Draw a picture of human body and label body parts
July	Leçon2 : À la cafeteria Leçon 3 : Mon pays : la France	Ø  Choosing something from cafeteria Ø  Nationality Ø  Map of France : capital, neighboring countries, mountains and rivers		Ø	Ø  Plural of nouns Ø  -ir verbs Ø  Indefenite articles Ø  Name and gender of countries Ø  Feminine , masculine,and plural form of the nationalities
August	Leçon 4 : les parents de Manuel Leçon 5 : C’est Noel	Ø  Professions Ø  Personal informations Ø  Present / introduce one person			Ø  Negative sentences Ø  -ger verbs Ø  Feminine , masculine, and plural form of each profession Ø  -eter verbs
September	Leçon 5 : C’est Noel (continuation) Revision	Ø  Seasons			Ø  -eter verbs Ø  -cer,eler verbs Ø  Negation in the sentences with articles.	Au marché (shops)
October	Revision SA I
November	Leçon 6 : Allons à l’école	Ø  Directions Ø  Prepositions Ø  Route map			Ø  Prepositions Ø  -re verbs and irregular verbs Ø  Ordinal and cardinal numbers
December	Leçon 7 : Dans un grand magasin Leçon 8 : Les repas	Ø  Asking something in a dress shop Ø  cloths			Ø  contracted articles Ø  interrogation Ø  irregular verbs	Cloths / Repas  français with picture
January	Leçon 9 : Ma maison Leçon 10 : Une lettre de Rouen	Ø    Describe a place Ø    Asking personal questions Ø    Letter writing descriptionof a city Ø    Regions of France	Ø		Ø    Adjective possessif Ø    Letter format
February	revision

 Malayalam

Biology

YEAR PLAN 2019- 2020 Grade VI BIOLOGY The academic year is divided into two sessions Session One: June 2019 to October 2019 Session Two: November 2019 to March 2020 Continuous assessments: June, July, August, September, November, December, January, February Summative Assessment I: October 2019 Summative Assessment II: March 2020 Please check the index page in the notebooks for Continuous Assessment marks. . General Objectives:   ·          To develop an understanding on the importance of plants in our lives. ·          To impart knowledge through the study of nature. ·          To recognize cell and cell organelles. ·          To develop an understanding of the functioning of the digestive, respiratory and circulatory systems in the human body. ·          To create an awareness on health and hygiene. ·          To understand the features that help organisms to adapt to their particular environment. Project:  SA1: Make a model of the Internal structure of a flower.                SAII: Prepare a booklet on plants and animals of various habitats. Session One :June 2019 to October 2019
Duration	Topic	Specific learning objectives	Activities
June -July	Unit 1.Plant life.	To distinguish between leaves. To recognize .identify and draw figures of leaf modifications. To recognize flowers of various shapes. To explain the structure and function of each whorl of flower. To list the agents of cross pollination. To learn the process of seed germination.	Observe plants in the surrounding and collect leaves. Identify the venation of various leaves. Observe a flower and study the parts. Process of fertilization is explained with the help of a hibiscus flower. Draw pictures of various fruits. Classify fruits as dry and fleshy. Do germination experiments and write its changes. To demonstrate experiment of photosynthesis. Practice vegetation using modified parts of stem, root and leaf.
July -August	UNIT 2. The cell.	To identify the difference in unicellular and multicellular organisms. To distinguish and draw diagrams of plant cell and animal cell. To recognize the various cell organelles.	Visiting the lab and observing slides of protists, plants and animal cells. Videos and PPT on the cell and cell organelles. Making a model on plant or animal cell using recyclable materials. Discuss the importance of microscope in human life.
August-October.	UNIT 3.The human body.	To understand the parts of the digestive system and their functions. To list the parts and functions of the respiratory system. To distinguish between respiration and breathing To explain the main parts of the circulatory system. To list the components of blood and types of blood vessels.	The digestive system is explained with the help of a chart. Videos of the various systems. Measuring their friends pulse. Activities on deep breathing. Discussing the various diseases related to respiration. Prepare a working model on lungs, heart or digestive system. Role play on the physiology of organ systems.
Session Two: November 2019 to March 2020
	Topic	Specific learning objectives	Activities
November.	Unit 4.Health and Hygiene	To explain the terms health, hygiene and disease. To understand the types of diseases based on their modes of transmission. To have an awareness on healthy practices.	Make a table on diseases. Make a chart on personal hygiene. PPT on deficiency disease. Project on personal and household practices for hygiene. Conduct a survey on different types of diseases in your neighborhood.
December -February	Unit 5.Habitats and Adaptations.	Te be able to define adaptation and habitat. To recall the names of plants and animals and their adaptations from previous knowledge. To identify animals and plants from various habitats.	Discussing the concept of habitat and adaptation. Study and compare the external features of water plants. Drawing pictures of various animals and plants.
Facilitators: Mrs. Neethu Rani Joseph and Mrs. Sherine Suresh. Name of the text book: Connect with Science ,Grade 6-Sangeetha Sinha            Approved by the Principal

 

Chemistry

YEAR PLAN 2019- 2020 Grade VI CHEMISTRY The academic year is divided into two sessions Session One: June 2019 to October 2019 Session Two: November 2019 to March 2020 Continuous assessments: July, August, September, December, January, February Summative Assessment I: October 2019 Summative Assessment II: March 2020 Please check the index page in the notebook for Continuous Assessment marks. SPECIFIC OBJECTIVES: ·           To be aware of the basic concepts of chemistry like nature of matter, pure, impure and mixed substances. ·           To learn about of elements, compounds, symbols and formulae. ·          To develop scientific temper, attitude, and problem solving skills. Session One - JUNE TO OCTOBER 2019  Project:  stamp collection on honouring eminient personalities                   Effect of food preservatives on foods.                   Chart on water pollution and air pollution
Duration	Topics	Specific Learning Objectives	Activities	Resources
June	Introduction to Chemistry	Recalls the importance of chemistry in daily life, identifies eminent chemists, recognizes apparatus.	Discussions, lab visit, to make a chart showing contributions of some great chemists.	Text book
July	Elements and Compounds	Differentiates between elements and compounds, identifies the symbols, acquire  the skill of writing formulae	Working out various examples of elements (symbols), compounds (formula).	Text book
August	Mixtures and their separation	Understands the characteristics of mixture, identifies the techniques to separate the mixtures.	Demonstration, discussions, lab visit, Methods of separation of mixtures; sedimentation decantation, filtration, distillation. Record observations and draw conclusions from the demonstration and the experiments.	Text book
September,	Matter	Recalls the three states of matter, identifies their properties.	Discussion, power point presentation, conversion of states	Text book
Session Two – November 2019 - March 2020
November	Matter	Differentiates between physical and chemical change.	Demonstrations, working out various examples.	Text book
December & January	Water	Recalls the constituents of water, recognizes its types, identifies the ways of water pollution, conservations.	Seminar, discussion, chart work related to water pollution.	Text book
February	Air and Atmosphere	Recalls the composition of air, its properties and uses.	Demonstration, lab visit, power point  presentation	Text book
Facilitator:	Mrs. Jiny Wilfred, Ms.Elizabeth

Computer Applications

YEAR PLAN 2019– 2020 GRADE: VI COMPUTER APPLICATIONS The academic year is divided into Two sessions Session One: June 2019 to October 2019 Session Two: November 2019 to March 2020 Continuous Assessments: July, August, December, January, February Summative Assessment I: October 2019 Summative Assessment II: March 2020 Please check the Index Page in the notebooks for Continuous Assessment marks. AIM: ·          To become competent, confident, responsible and critical user of technology. ·          To develop the appropriate social skills that are essential for co-operative and collaborative learning. ·          To take ownership of their own learning. ·          To acquire knowledge and skills in using Information and Communications Technology (ICT) to accomplish tasks, communicate, and facilitate activities. ·          To develop awareness in regard to the developments and emerging issues concerning computing and society; ·          To develop critical and analytical thinking skills for practical solutions. ·          To develop creative skills for problem solving. Enduring Understanding: Technology must be effectively used to simplify day to day processes, yet we must be aware that computers are not indispensable. Objectives: ·          Understand the fundamental operations of a computer and its peripherals. ·          Design different types of documents using Word processing software. ·          Make presentations with text, pictures, animations, sound and other special effects. ·          Organize data using MS Excel and to edit and format contents of a worksheet. ·          Learn programming using HTML and Scratch Programming ·          Explore Internet and its applications with netiquette. Project:  Presentation on Theme
Session One: June 2019 – October 2019
Duration	Topics	Specific Learning Objectives	Activities	Life Skills
June	1. Categories of Computer and Computer Languages	Learn about ·    classify computers into different categories; ·    differentiate between computers on the basis of RAM size, Storage capacity, CPU speed, etc.; ·    describe a Computer Language. ·    explain the evolution of computer languages with their features; ·    differentiate between different computer languages; ·    explain the importance of 4GLs ·    explain the working of translators by differentiating between an interpreter and compiler.	·    Exercises from the text book. ·    Revisiting and reviewing children’s previous learning and building on their experiences. ·    Revising the basic features of a computer with children. ·    Questioning children to identify various types of computers observed in their surroundings. ·    Discussing with children different categories of computers ·    Explaining computer languages ·    Discussing and explaining the evolution of computer languages. ·    Demonstrating the working of a Translator and its types. ·    Presentations/ Videos and worksheets ·    Refer websites :	General Awareness and Collaborative learning Online: ·    www.code.org ·    https://quizlet.com/21833/computer-7-types-of-computers-flash-cards/ ·
June/July	2. File Management-Organisation of Data	·    move/copy data from one drive to another drive; ·    move/copy data between storage devices (pen drive, CD hard disc); ·    use two or more applications at the same time; ·    search files and folders; ·    compare different file formats.	·     Demonstrating with an example of listening to music while searching for information on Internet. ·     Explaining the difference between wild card characters by using a games like a puzzle. ·     Correlating the file extensions with the type of file ·     Lab work	Organization skills Online: ·    https://libraries.mit.edu/datamanagement/files/2014/05/FileOrg_20160121.pdf
June/July	3. Word Processor – Tabular Presentation	Learn about ·  define table; ·  create a table and enter data in the table; ·  edit a table; ·  format the row/ column/table; ·  apply borders and shading in tables.	·     Exercises from  the text book ·     Providing children opportunities to: Explain a table and work on how it can be created in a document. ·     Providing every child hands- on experience and involving them in creating and formatting tables based on everyday requirements such as- creating a class time-table, study schedule for the month, marks obtained in the term examination, etc. ·     Lab work	General Awareness, Collaborative learning
August / September	7. HTML – An Introduction	Learn about ·   define HTML; ·   differentiate between web page, web site and web browser; ·   list various features of HTML; ·   use various HTML tags; ·   design a web page.	·       Explaining and discussing with children HTML, as a web designing tool, and its features. ·       Demonstrating various tags in classroom activities. ·       Demonstrating the process to view the code in a browser. ·       Providing opportunities to each child to participate in project work to create webpage/website. ·       Lab work -Project ·       Exercises from  the text book ·       Refer website	Creative thinking, logical thinking and critical thinking. Online: ·    https://www.w3schools.com/html/
October	Revision/ Exam
Session Two: November 2019 - March 2020
November	4.Word Processor – Mail Merge	Learn about ·  describe Mail merge; ·  apply the concept of mail merge to multiple addresses; ·  handle various components of mail merge; ·  use mail merge to create multiple personalized documents from a single one.	·   Lab work ·   Exercises from the text book ·   Initiating a discussion with children on the need of mail merge by giving real life examples like birthday party invitations, etc. ·   Providing opportunities for hands on activities to create and print mail merged letter/documents for everyday situations.	General Awareness, Collaborative learning
December	5. Presentation – Visual Effects	Learn about ·   demonstrate different ways of viewing a presentation; ·   present a Topic in an attractive manner by using different objects; ·   enhance the presentation by applying transitions and custom animations; ·   navigate between slides during a slide show;	·   Lab work ·   Exercises from the text book ·   Demonstrating to children the advantages of using normal, slide sorter, slide master, slide show by using an existing presentation. ·   Involving the children in a discussion to highlight how a presentation can be enhanced by using a media clip transitions/ animations and action buttons.	Presentation skills, creativity
December/ January	6. Scratch Programming – Introduction to Game Creation	Learn about ·   handle commands of different blocks;	·       Explaining the working of Blocks like Looks, Motion, Control, Pen and Sound. ·       Demonstrating the use of blocks and working with multiple sprites to children in class. ·      Lab work ·      Exercises from the text book	Collaborative learning Integration: Mathematics, Physics
February	8. Internet – Online Surfing	Learn about ·   communicate through e-mail; store and share data using google drive; ·   explain online services of e-commerce; create a blog; ·   express views/ opinions through blogs; differentiate between a website and a blog; ·   create a podcast. ·   Revision	·       Exercises from the text book ·       Discussing and debating with children on: ·            potential threats while using the internet ·            importance of netiquettes. ·            Evolution of communication by comparing earlier modes with the modern modes and advantages and disadvantages of each. ·       Demonstrating how to: ·            send an e-mail, with bcc, cc, and attachments. ·            Use the Google Drive and explaining the process of uploading and sharing data through it Introducing E -commerce by discussing the different modes online buying and selling. ·       Discussing with children the following: ·            advantages and disadvantages of online shopping ·            online modes of payment ·            the difference between a website and a blog ·       Providing opportunities for hands on activity through projects and individually on the internet blog.	Organisation skills
March	Revision/Exam

Introducing the students to the Latest IT Trends will be an ongoing endeavor throughout the year.

Facilitators’ names: Mrs. Manju Gopalakrishnan, Mrs. Rosmary Michael

Textbook: e-world – Computers: Basics and Applications by Anitha Goel and Sanchayan K. Ray. Published by Longman, Pearson Education                      

Website: computerapplications976.wordpress.com          

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Geography

YEAR PLAN -2019- 2020 Grade VI GEOGRAPHY The academic year is divided into two sessions Session One: June 2019 to October 2019 Session Two: November 2019 to March 2020 Continuous assessments: July, August, December, January, February Summative Assessment I: October 2019 Summative Assessment II: March 2020 Please check the index page in the notebooks for Continuous Assessment marks. Aim: To promote awareness and interest in sustainable development of the environment Enduring Understanding: Understand that the earth is a very small part of the universe with immense diversity and mystery. OBJECTIVES:  TO: ·          Develop an understanding of agriculture. ·          Learn about the various landforms and water bodies. ·          Do a comparative study about the continents of North America and South America, their physical geography. Project        :  1. Make an atlas on the water bodies of the world.                       2. Make a sketch of your locality. Session One – June to October 2019
duration	topic subtopic	Specific learning objectives	thinking skills	learning process
june	Landforms Agriculture	Understand the distribution and formation of landforms Create awareness about the various types of agricultural practices.	Spatial patterns and interactions	Drawing activity Review Questions from the text book. Map work- Continents and distribution of landforms. Class presentation /seminar.
July	North America  Location	Understand the location of the continent.	Spatial patterns and interactions	Map work-locating the continent, the Atlas work Review Questions from the text book.
August	North America Physical features	Understand the physical features of the continent	Spatial distribution and interactions	Map work-  physical divisions of North America Political divisions. Review Questions from the text book.
September	Water bodies	Realize how the location of landforms and water bodies influence life.	Spatial patterns and interactions. Perception on distances	Map work-Major water bodies of the earth(Oceans and seas)
September / October	Water bodies		Processing information	Class presentation. Role play.
Session Two – November - March 2018
November	Representation of geographical features.	Create awareness about the various geographical features. Explain the  signs and symbols used on a map	Spatial pattern, distribution and interaction Comparing and contrasting classifying	Drawing activity: Map and Sketch, Conventional signs and symbols, Directions Seminar, Exercise in the text book.
December	Minerals	Create awareness about the availability of natural resources. Types of minerals.	Environmental awareness.	Stick pictures, distribution of minerals Collect information about different kinds of minerals on earth. Text book exercise.
January	South America Location	Understand the location and physical features of the continent.	Spatial pattern, distribution and interaction. Physical divisions.	Map work-locating the continent, Political divisions.
February	South America	Understand the physical features	Extending ideas, Quiz.	Group discussion, Revision.
Resources: 1.    Cordova Publications 2.    Frank Brothers Approved by the Principal Facilitator’s name: Mrs Somy Mathew, Text book Ratna sagar Geography Class 6

History and Civics

YEAR PLAN 2019–2020 Grade VI HISTORY AND CIVICS The academic year is divided into two sessions Session One: June 2018 to October 2018 Session Two: November 2018 to March 2019 Continuous assessments: July, August, December, January, February Summative Assessment I: October 2018 Summative Assessment II: March 2019 Please check the index page in the notebooks for Continuous Assessment marks.                                                   Aim: To acquire an understanding of ancient Indian history, major empires, culture and religion. In civics, to develop knowledge about local-self government. Enduring Understanding: To appreciate the diversity in Indian culture born out of the synthesis of indigenous and foreign cultures and to understand that the study of History is based on authentic sources. Objectives: To ·          learn about the past by creating a sense of historical diversity ·          understand time lines and historical maps ·          creating a strong a sense of human values, namely freedom, trust, mutual respect and respect of diversity Project : 1. River valley civilizations. 2. The                                                                                                   Session One: June – October 2019
Duration	Topics	Specific learning objective	Activities	Life Skills	Resources
June	1The Mesopotamian Civilization-	Appreciates the contribution of the civilization in today’s world.	Discussion on: Hanging Gardens of Babylon and naming amazing gardens in India	Appreciation: Showing respect towards other people opinions, ideas, beliefs and ways of life.	www.wikipedia.org
June	2.The Egyptian Civilization	Understand with reason the development of early river valley civilisations.	Discussion on: Egypt-the gift of Nile The Great Pyramid at Giza Hieroglyphics	Appreciation for heritage.	http://www.ancient Egypt.co.uk/
July	3.The Indus Valley civilization	Recalls the places of excavation, discoveries, the scripts and the cultural aspects. Narrates the decline of the culture.	Discussion on : Town Planning Drainage system Seals etc. Scrap book-pictures related to river valley civilizations.	Appreciating achievements made by various civilizations.	www.wikipedia.org
July	4.The Chinese Civilization	Draw a comparative analysis of the different river valley Civilizations.	Notes on Hwang Ho-The sorrow of China	Appreciating achievements made by various civilizations.	www.china.org
August	5.The Vedic Civilization	Analyze   and appreciate the rich cultural heritage of India in terms of values, beliefs and traditions.	Mind Map –Four Vedas Listing Malayalam terms derived from Sanskrit"	Comparing the society, lifestyle and position of women.	http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rigveda https://en.wiktionary.org/.../Category:Malayalam_terms_derived_fr
September	10.Rural Local self- government	Demonstrate the ability to take initiatives and responsibility in solving community problems such as sewage, traffic jam, pollution, cleanliness.	Collecting information on:Haritha Keralam	Leadership and Responsibility: Using interpersonal and problem skills	http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Panchayati-Raj
October	Revision for SAI
Session Two :November 2019–March 2020
November	6.The Great  Preachers	Discuss and identify the differences and similarities between Early and Later Vedic period.	organizing a skit on Gurukul system	Social and Cross-Cultural Skills: Working appropriately and productively with others.	www.wikipedia.org
November	7.The Rise of Kingdoms and Republics	Identifies and locate Mahajanapadas.	Read stories from Amar Chitra Katha	Collaboration: Demonstrating ability to work effectively with diverse teams.	www.wikipedia.org
December	8.The Age of Mauryas	Analyse the effects of Ashoka’s ‘Dhamma’ and reflect on the relevance of the teachings of Dhamma in present society. Appreciate the public welfare activities of Ashoka.	Five Daily Recollections eg:I am of the nature to grow old; I cannot avoid aging.	Interpersonal and Intrapersonal skills: Motivation from the great personalities.	www.slideshare.net www.study.com www.insightmeditationcenter.org/books-articles/dhamma-lists
January	9.The Age of Guptas Chandragupta I, Samudragupta Chandragupta II	Evaluate and appreciate the achievements during the Gupta period and to summarize the golden age of India.	Study on the Nine Gems in the court of Chandragupta II. Locating the places on an outline map.	Collaboration: Demonstrating ability to work effectively with diverse teams.	www.wikipedia.org
February	11.Urban Local Self Government	Describe the functioning of Municipal Corporations	Organizing a cleanliness drive in the school (under the Swachh Bharat Initiative)	Collaboration: Demonstrating ability to work effectively with diverse teams.	http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Municipal _corporation
Approved by the Principal Facilitators’ Name :Mrs Lekha Nayar, Mrs Sindhu.V.S Textbook : Past and Present, Publisher: Ratna Sagar

Maths
 

YEAR PLAN 2019-2020 Grade VI MATHEMATICS The academic year is divided into two sessions Session One: June 2019 to October 2019 Session Two: November 2019 to March 2020 Continuous assessments:  July, August, September, December, January, February Summative Assessment I: October 2019 Summative Assessment II: March 2020 ·          Please check the index page in the notebooks for Continuous Assessment marks.      Aim: To    ·          learn and enjoy the subject by developing confidence. ·          develop problem solving & logical reasoning skills and apply the same in daily life situations. Enduring Understanding: To understand and appreciate the importance of the subject for the smooth functioning of day to day activities. Objectives: To     1.      become successful learners who enjoy learning. 2.     successfully apply core concepts learnt from various subjects. 3.     understand texts of different subjects so as to communicate knowledge and ideas in ways specific to the subject. 4.     articulate thoughts and ideas effectively using oral, written and nonverbal communication skills in a variety of forms and contexts. 5.     use technology to access and provide information and to communicate with others. 6.     understand cross-curricular linkages- connect learning across subject areas. 7.     become confident individuals who are able to live safe, healthy and fulfilling lives. 8.     become responsible citizens who make a positive contribution to society. 9.     understand and apply knowledge to real life experiences. 10.   develop a sense of responsibility towards others. 11.   function successfully in the local and world community. 12.   respect diversity (in terms of religion, gender, regions, etc. and differences of opinions and beliefs). 13.   exhibit sensitivity towards environmental issues. 14.   learn to manage and utilise resources judiciously. Projects  : 1. Geometrical shapes in real life.                   2. Recognition of solids. Session One: June – October 2019
Duration	Topics	Specific Learning Objectives	Thinking Skills/Learning Process
June[18]	Number  system (Indian & International System, Place value, Patterns) Estimation Playing with numbers(Test of divisibility) HCF and LCM(work sheet)	Consolidates the sense of numbers (up to 5 digits).Compares numbers. Solves word problems including conversion of units. Recalls the place value chart of Hindu Arabic system. Rounds off numbers to the nearest tens, hundreds, thousands etc. Estimates outcome of number operations. Recalls numbers, divisibility rules (numbers from 2 to 11). Recalls factors, multiples, prime factorisation, formula.	Planning what to do, Sequencing Comparing and contrasting Finding alternative methods to solve a problem Estimating Analysing Relationships	Board work: Forming greatest and smallest numbers using given digits(with conditions given) Reinforcing previous knowledge, Mental Maths, Worksheets. Group discussion: Use of estimation in real life. Preparing a rough estimate to organize an event. Tabulating divisibility rules, Activity sheets. Computing HCF & LCM by Division method. Solving problems using formulae.
July[21]	Fractions Ratio and Proportion Fundamental concepts of Geometry	Recalls the concept of fraction, their types and operations. Solving simple problems involving fractions. Correlates ratio and fraction. Recalls Fundamental Concepts of Geometry.	Classifying Sequencing Evaluating Reasoning	Mind mapping types of fraction. Solving higher order problems involving fractions. Correlating proportions and equivalent fractions in solving problems. Activity: Crossword Puzzle in Geometry.
August[20]	Integers &  Number line Decimals	Explains the purpose of using integers. Computes accurately. Correlates fractions and decimals. Solves problems involving measurement.	Analysing Relationships Looking for alternative solutions Classifying Comparing  and contrasting Sequencing	Activity: Practice operations on integers using counters and number line. Simplifications of integers using the rules. Reinforcement of operations on a daily basis. Analysing relation between fraction, decimal and percentage and solving problems involving measurement.
September [15]	Algebra: Fundamental Concepts Algebra: Fundamental Operations	Explains the purpose of learning Algebra and its applications. Identifies constants, variables, like & unlike terms, polynomials, coefficient etc. Applies rules of integers and exponents in doing Fundamental Operations.	Analysing Relationships Sorting Extending ideas to life related problems. Making judgment based on reasoning.	Eliciting the definitions of the key words in algebra. Activity: (Oral work) Converting various situations into algebraic form Reinforcement of operations on a daily basis.
Summative Examination I Session Two : October 2019 – March 2020
October [8]	Framing Algebraic Expressions Substitution Circle Ex.29(A)-Qn. 1 to 3  only	Evaluation of Algebraic Expressions by substituting value for the variable. Applies Algebraic operations. Identifies the terms & parts related to circles.	Classifying Evaluating Making judgment based on reasoning.	Framing algebraic expressions for given statements. Finding values of various algebraic expressions by substitution. Identifies the terms & parts related to circles. Peer questioning.  Activity: Worksheet - puzzles on Circles.
November [20]	Simple linear Equations Data handling Angles(Excluding Ex.24(A)-Qn.4 and 13 and on Ex.24(B)-Qn. 5 and 10	Balances an equation. Organises and interprets the given data and draws graphs. Recalls and explain angles, their properties and types.	Drawing inferences. Locating and collecting information Sorting Classifying Making judgments and decisions by reasoning or evidence.	Explaining simple equations using the concept of a weighing balance. Activity: Black board work by students to solve simple equations and problems based on it. Analysing the given data and plotting graphs.
December [15]	Properties of Lines and angles Excluding Ex.25(B)-Qn.8 Construction of angles (30°,60°,90°,45°,120°) Triangles (Excluding construction) Polygons	Identifies measures of angles using properties of transversal. Draws angles accurately. Applies the properties of triangles and solves problems. Explains the concept of polygon, regular polygon. Calculates sum of interior and exterior angles of a polygon.	Comparing and contrasting Making judgment based on reasoning or evidence. Improving drawing skills Drawing inferences. Applying Imagination	Activity: Finding the measures of various angles formed by the clock and naming them. Integrating Geometry and Algebra. Construction of angles using ruler and compasses. Mind mapping types of triangles based on sides and angles. Activity: Cutting different triangles placing together to form a polygon thus understanding the formula.
January [19]	Sets Perimeter and Area of Plane Figures Ex.32(A)-Qn. 1 to 11 only Ex.32(B)-Qn. 1 to 10 only Quadrilaterals Ex.27 (A)-Qn1,2,5,9,10 only.	Differentiates between Set and Collection. Represents Sets in different forms. Classifies finite, infinite, empty sets. Applies the concepts and formulae related to perimeter and area. Identifies different types of Quadrilaterals. Solving problems applying angle sum property.	Making Deductions Classifying Testing conclusions Making judgements and decisions by reasoning or evidence.	Classification of different types of sets. Eliciting examples from classroom on different types of sets. Reinforcing the concepts of area and perimeter with real life situations. Classifying different types of quadrilaterals with their properties.
February [20]	Recognition of solids(Excluding Ex : 31 –Qn. 2,3,4,8,9) Idea of Speed Distance Time Ex17(A) only	Recognizes different solids with net given. Understands the relation between speed distance and time.	Making judgments and decisions by reasoning or evidence. Applying Imagination Extending Ideas.	Making nets of cube and cuboid. Analysing the relation between speed, distance and time solving problems based on real life situations.
Resources Books ·          Textbook:  Middle School Mathematics– Grade VI (Selina Publications) ·          Mathematics Today (O.P.Malhotra), Frank  Mathematics, Galaxy, Mastering Mathematics, Maths and U-Class VI (Kirti Prakasan), Interactive Software/Websites.
Websites
·          Class edge ·          www.math-aids.com ·          www.edhelper.com www.alphamath.in

Facilitators’ names: Mrs. Asha Sasidhar, Mrs.Bindu Ann,

Approved by the Principal

Physics

YEAR PLAN 2019 – 2020 Grade VI PHYSICS The academic year is divided into two sessions Session One: June 2019 to October 2019 Session Two: November 2019to March 2020 Continuous assessments: June, July, August, September, November, December, January, February Summative Assessment I: October 2019 Summative Assessment II: March 2020 Please check the index page in the notebooks for Continuous Assessment marks. ENDURING UNDERSTANDING: To understand and appreciate how things work. OBJECTIVES:        To v  acquire knowledge and understanding of terms, facts, concepts, definitions, laws, principles and processes of Physics. v  develop skills in practical aspects of handling apparatus, recording observations and in drawing diagrams. v  be able to read data and draw conclusions and solve problems. v  discover that there is a living and growing physics relevant to the modern age in which we live. Project: SA I: To make any measuring instrument. SA II: To make a pinhole camera. Session One: June 2019 to  October 2020
Duration	Topic		Specific learning objectives	Activities
June	Physical quantities and measurement-1		·          Understands the need of standard units. ·          Explains concepts of length as a distance between two points using objects in classroom like book, table, blackboard, length of classroom, etc. ·          Explains the correct method of measurement using a ruler and a measuring tape. ·          Measures mass using a beam balance and electronic balance. ·          Explains different units of length and mass. ·        Practices how to convert one unit into others. ·          Determines of area of regular and irregular shapes.	Measures the length of different objects and that of the given curve. Measures the mass of different objects using beam balance and electronic balance.               Measures the area of an irregular leaf with a graph paper.
July	Physical quantities and measurement-2		·          Learns to measure time and temperature. ·          Solves numerical problems.	Measures time using stop clock and temperature using thermometer.
Mid -August	Force		·          Recalls the effects of force and types of force. ·          Understands the concept of friction and types of friction. ·          Classifies advantages and disadvantages of friction.	Categorize different forces into contact forces and forces at a distance. Compares friction between different surfaces. Uses a spring balance to observe the difference between rolling friction and sliding friction.
Mid-September	Revision
October			Summative assessment-1
Session Two: November 2019 to March 2020
Duration		Topic	Specific learning objective	Activities
November		Simple machines	·          Understands the terms related with machines, the different types of machines and kinds of levers. ·          Explains the care and maintenance of machines.	Identify and classify the various objects used in daily life as different types of simple machines. Collect information and pictures to make a chart on simple machines and their applications or design a simple machine.  Draw diagrams to show the arrangement of load, effort, and fulcrum for each of the different types of lever.
December		Light	·          Understands the concept of rectilinear propagation of light using a pinhole camera ·          Distinguishes between transparent, translucent and opaque objects. ·          Understands the formation of shadows.	Demonstrate the property of rectilinear propagation of light. Construct a pinhole camera.
January -		Magnetism	·          Recalls natural and artificial magnets, magnetic and non- magnetic substances. ·          Understands the properties of magnets, types of magnets, magnetic field around a bar magnet, magnetisation, uses of magnets and electromagnets, methods to demagnetise a magnet and Earth’s magnetic field. ·          Classifies objects as magnetic and non- magnetic. ·          Understands that like poles of a magnet repel each other and unlike poles attract.	Construct an electromagnet using an iron nail, copper wire and an electric cell. The assignment should include diagram, aim, procedure and materials required. Demonstrate that freely suspended magnet always aligns itself in a particular direction.
February		Revision
March			Summative assessment-2
Facilitator’s name: Mrs. Chinnamma George; Mrs. Renjini Sanjay; Mrs.Rekha S. Textbook: Frank New Certificate Physics Grade VI Resources: New oxford Modern science Physics by John West.

GERMAN

YEAR PLAN 2019 –2020

Grade – VI – GERMAN

The academic year is divided into two sessions

Session One: June 2019 to October 2019

Session Two: November 2019 to March 2020

Continuous assessments: Class tests by the end of every month, except for October and March.

Summative Assessment I: October 2019

Summative Assessment II: March 2020

Please check the index page in the notebooks for Continuous Assessment marks.

AIM: To develop the ability to use a foreign language (German) for basic interactions, by creating a sound base of the language.

ENDURING UNDERSTANDING: The child develops a positive attitude towards new languages and gets to know new cultures. He/She will be able to communicate in German in a very basic manner.

OBJECTIVES: To understand and respond to some basic things (day to day interactions) in German.

Projects/ Field trips: Collage works (Hobbies, Family-tree making), Quiz, Drawing and Painting works (related to specific topics), Calendar making. 

Session One - JUNE 2019 TO OCTOBER 2019

Duration	Topics/Units	Specific Learning Objectives	Activities	Skills
June ‘19	·  Introduction to the new language ·  Lesson 1 ·  Greetings ·  Numbers	·      Greetings, Self-introduction, Enquiring about someone’s well-being, Numbers 1-100 ·      Grammar- Personal pronoun – ich & du	·   Songs- (1)Hallo Leute!; (2)Hallo Hallo Hallo….. ·   Listening activity to learn numbers	·    Greeting others appropriately (Language & Communicative skill) ·    Improving the concentration and attention through listening activities
July ‘19	·  Personal Pronoun	·      Grammar- Introducing different personal pronouns in German and the changes happening in verbs according to the respective pronouns (Verb Conjugation) ·      Paragraph writing on the topic ‘Self Introduction’	·   Number Game – ‘mehr oder weniger’ ·   Paragraph writing ·   Film	·   Ability to convert thoughts to words (Communicative skill) ·   Ability to use certain German words at the appropriate time (commucative and cognitive skill) ·   Passive learning through videos
August ‘19	·  Lesson 2 ·  Drinks (different Beverages)	·      Expressing one’s opinion and wish, Different Drinks ·      Grammar- W-Questions, Yes/No Questions, Verb form in singular	·   Memory test (Beverages) ·   Making short conversation ·   Project – Hobbies ·   Song - Erntedankfest	·    Finding out ones own ways to memorise the articles (Developing problem solving skill and Self Learning) ·    Improving language skill through song
September ‘19	·  Hobbies ·  Biding Goodbye ·  Revision	·      Free time activities and other Hobbies, Basic greeting and parting lines in a conversation, Paragraph writing on the topics ‘Different Drinks’ and ‘My Hobbies’ ·      Grammar- Modal verb ‘möchten’	·   Paragraph writing ·   Film ·   SA1 Preparation/Model test	·   Ability to convert thoughts to words (Communicative skill) ·   Passive learning through videos
October ‘19	·  Simple questions and answers	·      Introducing a set of simple questions and answers about oneself ·      Practicing the Verb-Conjugation for a firm Grammar base	·   Videos ·   Discussion – Halloween, Oktoberfest	·   Passive learning through videos ·   Understanding a land’s culture through videos (social awareness)
Session Two November 2019 - March 2020
November ‘19	·  Lesson 3 ·  Family	·      Names of family members, To introduce the members of one’s family, Asking ones age ·      Possessive Pronouns – mein/meine, dein/deine, Practicing the Personal Pronouns – He, She, They	·   Small Dialogue making ·   Project - Making one’s own Family-tree ·   Bring a family photo and introduce every member to the class ·   Song- Ich gehe mit meiner Laterne… (Martinstag)	·    Application of the learnt topic (Language and speech skill) ·    Talking in front of an audience (Social skill by developing self-confidence) ·    Finding out ones direct relatives and relationship with them and sketching a family tree (Social & Communicative skill)
December ‘19	· Numbers 101-2000 · Conversations	·      Numbers till 2000, Activities at home, To understand and also to respond to simple telephone conversations, Paragraph writing on the topic ‘My Family’ ·      Vocabulary related to Christmas, Discussion- how Christmas is celebrated in Germany	·   Paragraph writing ·   Song- Tante Frieda…. ·   Calender making ·   Film/PPT on Weihnachten(Christmas)	·   Ability to convert thoughts to words (Communicative skill) ·   Passive learning through song ·   Sense of oneness during festive times (Social & Emotional skills)
January ‘20	·  Lesson 4 ·  Negation	·      German speaking countries, Activities at home, Introduce a third person ·      Simple verbs (those related to household activities), Negation – ‘nicht’	·   Get an orientation on the location of German speaking nations and Identify them on the map ·   Flag making ·   Films/PPTs	·   Orient oneself by understanding a world map (cognitive skill) ·   Passive learning through videos
February ‘20	·  Names of countries in German ·  Revision	·      Names of different countries in German and names of some important cities in Germany,  Paragraph writing on the topic ‘My Brother/Sister’ ·      W-Questions – ‘Woher & Wo’	·   Paragraph writing and other writing works ·   Exam oriented learning and Model Test	·   Ability to convert thoughts to words (Communicative skill) ·   Checking the long term memory and re-anchoring the topics through revision

Facilitators’ name: Devi Balan

Textbook & Reference books: Planet A1, Worksheets provided from the German Institute (Goethe-Zentrum, Trivandrum), Hallo Deutsch 1,2 , Deutsch lernen mit Spielen und Rätseln – Level 1, Schritt für Schritt ins Grammatikland.