Year 5 Science

The science inquiry skills and science as a human endeavour strands are described across a two-year band. In their planning, schools and teachers refer to the expectations outlined in the achievement standard and also to the content of the science understanding …

Year 5 | Science | F-10 curriculum

Elaboration (4) ACSSU077

recognising Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples’ knowledge and understanding of evaporation and how the effect of evaporation can be reduced to conserve water, such as by covering surfaces (OI.2, OI.5)

Elaboration (4) | ACSSU077 | Content Descriptions | Year 5 | Science | F-10 curriculum

Elaboration (4) ACSSU080

exploring the use of mirrors to demonstrate the reflection of light

Elaboration (4) | ACSSU080 | Content Descriptions | Year 5 | Science | F-10 curriculum

Elaboration (4) ACSHE081

researching the different types of scientists who work in teams in space exploration, and Australia's involvement in space exploration

Elaboration (4) | ACSHE081 | Content Descriptions | Year 5 | Science | F-10 curriculum

Elaboration (4) ACSHE083

investigating how the development of materials such as plastics and synthetic fabrics have led to the production of useful products

Elaboration (4) | ACSHE083 | Content Descriptions | Year 5 | Science | F-10 curriculum

Elaboration (4) ACSIS086

consulting with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples to guide the planning of scientific investigations, considering potential risks for field investigations

Elaboration (4) | ACSIS086 | Content Descriptions | Year 5 | Science | F-10 curriculum

Achievement Standard Science Year 5

By the end of Year 5, students classify substances according to their observable properties and behaviours. They explain everyday phenomena associated with the transfer of light. They describe the key features of our solar system. They analyse how the …

Achievement Standard | Achievement Standards | Year 5 | Science | F-10 curriculum