Grade 6 Middle Years Programme Syllabus PDF 2024-25

Middle Years Programme Grades 6 Syllabus HYE 2024-25 SUBJECT UNIT TOPICS Science Unit 1: Measurements: Measurements and Difference between fundamental Forces...

Middle Years Programme Grades 6 Syllabus HYE 2024-25 SUBJECT UNIT TOPICS Science Unit 1: Measurements: Measurements and Difference between fundamental Forces and derived quantities Unit conversions Accuracy and precision Significant figures - (only rounding off Introduction to Scientific method Measurement of Length, Mass and time Area calculation of regular and irregular objects Volume calculation of regular and irregular objects Density [of Solids only] Forces - Simple Machines: Types of simple machines: Levers (class 1, 2 and 3) Pulley. Inclined plane, Screw, Wedges, Wheel and axles Applications of simple machines Unit 2: An invisible 1. Cell definition and origin: army (Cells) Define a cell as the basic unit of life Explain the basic concept of cell origin (e.g., early Earth conditions, primordial soup) 2. Unicellular and multi-cellular organisms: Distinguish between unicellular and multicellular organisms Provide examples of each type 3. Cell theory:  State the three main principles of cell theory 4. Levels of organization in a multi-cellular organism: List the levels of organization from smallest to largest (cell, tissue, organ, organ system, organism) Provide an example of each level 5. Basics of Microscope: Identify the main parts of a light microscope Explain the basic function of a microscope 6. Ultra structure of Cell: For each organelle (Cell Membrane, Cell Wall, Nucleus, Chromosome, Nucleic acid: DNA & RNA, Gene, Ribosomes, Endoplasmic Reticulum, Chloroplasts, Mitochondria, Cytoplasm, and Vacuoles): Describe its basic structure Explain its primary function Identify which organelles are found in plant cells, animal cells, or both 7. Compare and contrast plant and animal cells: Identify common structures in both plant and animal cells List structures unique to plant cells (e.g., cell wall, large central vacuole, chloroplasts) List structures unique to animal cells (e.g., centrioles) Explain how these structural features relate to the cell's function History Unit I: Ancient History Toolkit Civilization How can we find out about the past? Differentiate between primary and secondary sources. Assess the reliability and bias of historical sources. [only origin and purpose] Prehistory and Early Civilizations To understand Role of Rivers in the emergence of civilization Indus Valley: Urban Planning and Seals Understand the urban planning – grid planning Understand the use to firebrick in urban planning Identify features of urban planning- Great Bath Case study- Mohenjo Daro Understand the use of seals and script in Indus Valley Mesopotamian Civilizations Understand the Mesopotamia civilization and their contribution to history. Understand the idea of city-states and the role of ziggurat. Analyse the themes and significance of the Epic of Gilgamesh. Understand the importance of the Code of Hammurabi in Mesopotamian law and ethics. Understand the achievements of the Mesopotamian Civilization-Cuneiform, base 60 numerical system and the wheel. Greek Civilization Understand the principles and functioning of Athenian direct democracy. Identify the basic features of ancient Greek civilization- focus on City States Understand the relationship between Greek mythology and political systems. Geography Unit 1 Maps and 1. Maps and Globes: Geographical skills Distinguish between maps and globes Assess the advantages and limitations of both maps and globes Identify and explain the purpose of each map element: a) Title: Understand its importance in conveying the map's subject b) Direction: Use cardinal and intermediate directions correctly c) Scale: Interpret and use different types of scales (R.F, linear, statement) d) Legend: Read and interpret map symbols and colours e) Grid: Understand how grids help locate places on a map 2. Latitude: Define latitude Identify important lines of latitude (Equator, Tropics, Arctic/Antarctic Circles) Heat zones 3. Longitude and Time: Define longitude Identify the Prime Meridian and International Date Line Differentiate between local time and standard time Understand the relationship between longitude and time zones Calculate time differences between locations using longitude 4. International Date Line: Explain why the International Date Line is not straight Explain the relevance of the International Date Line Solve simple problems involving date changes across the line 5. OS Maps and Topographical Maps: Understand the purpose and features of Ordnance Survey maps Interpret contour lines and basic landform features Interpret manmade features like settlements, roads, railway Identify water bodies like rivers, agricultural land, forests etc Geography Unit 2 Weather and 1. Weather and Climate: Climate Define and distinguish between weather and climate Explain how weather contributes to climate over time 2. Elements of Weather and climate: Identify and describe each element of weather: a) Temperature: Understand daily and seasonal variations b) Precipitation: Recognize different forms (rain, snow, hail, etc.) c) Humidity: Explain relative humidity and its effects d) Cloud cover: Identify basic cloud types and their significance e) Air pressure: Understand high and low-pressure systems f) Wind direction and speed: Explain how they are measured. Understand how temperature and precipitation patterns define climate 3. Weather Instruments: Identify and explain the function of each instrument: a) Thermometer: Measure current temperature b) Six's max and min thermometer: Record daily temperature extremes c) Hygrometer: Measure humidity d) Wind vane and wind sock: Determine wind direction e) Anemometer: Measure wind speed f) Barometer: Measure air pressure  English Unit 1 - Let's travel Text type or literary genre: Literary the world! Texts: Travel Poetry Short Story Unit 2 - Tales Non-Literaty Texts: Travel Blog Beyond Borders: Letter (Formal and informal) Characters, Autobiography Contexts, and Culture Poster Writing and Grammar: Writing: Summary Writing,Narrative Writing Grammar: Relative Pronouns. Interrogative pronoun Nominative and Objective Case Adjectives- Definition and types Definite and indefinite Articles. Mathematics 1. Fractions Fractions (all operations) Fractions – word problems BODMAS Writing ratio as a fraction and Difference between a ratio and a fraction Simplifying ratios of two or three parts: (5:10:15 = 1:2:3) Finding the quantities when the ratio and the total amount is given Finding the other quantity when the ratio and one quantity is given 2. Decimals Meaning of decimal All 4 operations in decimals Comparing decimals numbers 3. Percentages Meaning of percentages (as a fraction out of 100, literal meaning- per cent, symbol)  Usage of percentages examples Converting a decimal into percentage and vice versa (logic of shifting decimal point to the left) Converting a fraction into percentage and vice versa (denominators can be directly converted to 100, else convert to decimals and then percentage) Converting percentage into fractions and decimals and vice versa Finding percentage in a given situation: 33 marks out of 60 Percentage of a quantity- 13% of 800 (connnecting to converting percentages to fractions and fraction of a quantity) 4. Integers Meaning of integers: using number line, where they are useful (Focus will be on using the operators on Number line) Classification: Integers vs whole numbers vs natural numbers vs rational numbers Adding/subtracting integers using number line: single and double signs Adding/subtracting integers using rules Word problems in integers Multiplying/dividing integers using rules BODMAS in Integers 5. Factors and Rules of divisibility of 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, Multiples 7, 8, 9, 10 Times tables from 1-20 Identifying prime numbers between 1-100 Finding factors of a number What are prime factors? Finding factors by prime factorisation- using ladder or factor tree Finding multiples of a number Finding LCM of two or three numbers by listing method and ladder method Finding HCF of two of three numbers by listing method and ladder method  Classifying situations of LCM and HCF Applying LCM and HCF in word problems 6. Exponents Expressing various situations using exponent instead of actual numbers- advantage in doing so Laws of indices - adding powers, subtracting powers, multiplying powers, distributing powers, negative power, 0 power Using laws of indices to simplify numerical expressions BODMAS including exponents Finding squares and cubes of numbers between 1-20 Finding square roots and cube roots of numbers using prime factorisation 7. Sequences Identifying simple numeric and pictorial pattern by stating the rule Completing the pattern by predicting the next few terms Second Language: Unit 1: Identities and culture Self, family, friends Spanish Phase 1 Introduction - self, family Physical description Characteristics Relations Unit 2: Local area, travel, tourism House and home Local Area and neighborhood Types of houses Description of house and neighborhood Talk about favorite place Text Type Informal email/letter Diary entry French Phase 1 Unit 1: Identities and culture Self, family, friends Introduction - self, family Physical description Characteristics Relations Types of family Unit 2: Local area, travel, tourism House and home Local Area and neighborhood Types of houses  Description of house and neighborhood Talk about favorite place Text Type Informal email/letter Diary entry Hindi Phase 1 (Ms. Monika’s Unit 1: Identities and culture Self, family, friends group) Introduction - self, family Physical description Characteristics Relations Types of family Unit 2: Local area, travel, tourism House and home Local Area and neighborhood Types of houses Description of house and neighborhood Talk about favorite place Text Type Informal email/letter Diary entry Hindi Phase 1 (Mr. Bimal’s Unit 1: Identities and culture Self, family, friends group) Introduction - self, family Physical description House and home Unit 2: Local area, travel, tourism Local Area and neighborhood Types of houses Description of house Text Type Diary entry Arts Exploring and creating Mask to show self-identity. Students will focus on to the construction and 3D Unit-1 model making skills effectively. Non-living characters exhibit personal identity Follow the process to create the mask and evaluating their artwork. Students will focus on to the construction and 3D model making skills effectively. OR Creative still life to establishing their own Identity.  1. Students will focus on their observation skills to understand the character of still-life objects and use their creative and critical thinking skills to present the artwork effectively to express emotion for showcasing self-identity within it. Students also develop their skills to apply styles with the help of various elements of art (lines, shapes, form, lours, and textures) to establish their self-identity within it. PAHE Unit 1 Sporting Skills and Types of skills: Cognitive, Abilities Perpetual and Motor Skills. Basic motor skills: running, jumping, throwing, catching. Fundamental motor skills and movement abilities. Kho-Kho- Rules and regulation. Communication in Sports: Importance of verbal and non-verbal communication Team communication drills and activities Reflecting on how communication impacts teamwork and performance Kho-Kho skills- Sitting and running. Teamwork and Collaboration: Building effective teams: roles and responsibilities Trust-building exercises Cooperative games and activities to enhance team spirit. Practicing Kho-Kho skills. Health related components. Cardiovascular endurance Unit 2 Fitness Components Muscular endurance Muscular strength Body composition Flexibility  Skill related components. Agility Balance Coordination Power Speed Reaction time. Design Unit 1 - Creativity through code: Crafting Compelling Animations in Portfolio Document (20 Pages) Scratch Students are required to submit two documents: A portfolio document that covers all Criteria A-D, including a video showcasing the final product. A report document that contains the bibliography and an appendix with supporting evidence. Criteria A - Inquiring & Analyzing o Problem identification, research, and planning. Criteria B - Developing Ideas o Concept sketches, design drafts, and development. Criteria C -Creating Solution o Final product development, steps followed, and improvements made. Criteria D - Evaluation o Reflection on the project outcome, analysis of the final product, and feedback. Music Drum with me! AFRICAN MUSIC (PERCUSSION) Task Overview : Develop a basic knowledge and understanding of African percussion music aspects like polyrhythm and call and response through learning to play a percussion instrument of their choice (KB also) and by watching videos and doing online research. Perform two or three short pieces of 4 to 8 bars for an African percussion instrument with at least two variations of rhythms, playing a basic rhythm in the African percussion style. Objective A: Investigating i. Investigate a movement(s) or genre(s) in their chosen arts discipline, related to the statement of inquiry ii. describe an artwork or performance from the chosen movement(s) or genre(s). Objective B: Developing i. practically explore ideas to inform development of a final artwork or performance ii. present a clear artistic intention for the final artwork or performance in line with the statement of inquiry. Objective C: Creating/Performing i. create or perform an artwork. Objective D: Evaluating i. appraise their own artwork or performance ii. reflect on their development as an artist.