Uganda Primary 3 Integrated Science Curriculum

This curriculum focuses on foundational scientific concepts related to health, plants, animals, and the environment. It encourages a hands-on, activity-based approach to learning, emphasizing problem-solving and life skills.

Health

This topic introduces students to basic health principles, including hygiene, sanitation, and nutrition. Students learn about the importance of cleanliness, proper waste disposal, and the role of food in maintaining good health.

Sanitation and Hygiene: This subtopic covers the importance of keeping the environment clean to prevent diseases. Students learn about proper sanitation practices and personal hygiene habits.

Nutrition: This subtopic introduces students to the importance of a balanced diet. Students learn about different food groups and their functions in the body.

Plants

This topic introduces students to the world of plants. Students learn about plant parts, their functions, and their role in the environment. Activities may include observing plants, classifying them based on their characteristics, and learning about their life cycles.

Animals

This topic introduces students to the animal kingdom. Students learn about different types of animals, their characteristics, and their habitats. Activities may include observing animals, classifying them, and learning about their life cycles.

The Environment

This topic introduces students to the concept of the environment and its components. Students learn about the interaction between living things and their surroundings, including the importance of protecting the environment.