Grade 2 Science
8 units matched to the Nunavut Curriculum.
Learning focus
- Iqqaqqaukkaringniq: ways to describe and improve our world through science and technology.
- Life science, physical science, and earth and space science, as in the Common Framework of Science Learning Outcomes.
- Skills of inquiry and design, and links between science, technology, society and the environment.
Units
Unit 1
Animals of the Arctic
Practises Arctic animals, their adaptations and simple food chains. A few animals are given their Inuktitut names; names vary by community and need review by Inuktut speakers.
Approved guide: NWT Science and Technology K–6 (2004), Life science · animals of the Arctic and how they are adapted to their habitats
Unit 2
Think Like a Scientist
How scientists and engineers work: tools for measuring, fair tests, safety, sharing results, simple algorithms and how new technology changes everyday life.
Approved guide: NWT Science and Technology K–6 (2004), Physical science · asking questions about the world and trying ways to answer them
Unit 3
Solids & Liquids
Sorting solids and liquids, describing melting, freezing and boiling, and changes that can or can't be undone.
Approved guide: NWT Science and Technology K–6 (2004), Physical science · states of matter and changes of state
Unit 4
Water World
The water cycle, where our water comes from, and simple ways to save water and keep rivers clean.
Approved guide: NWT Science and Technology K–6 (2004), Earth and space science · the role of water in Earth's environment and the movement of water
Unit 5
Air & Water for Life
Air takes up space, the three states of water, why all living things need clean air and water, and how people can protect and share water.
Approved guide: NWT Science and Technology K–6 (2004), Physical science · air and water are essential to life
Unit 6
Plants, Animals and Energy
Animals get energy by eating plants or other animals, plants capture energy from the Sun, and all animals depend on plants.
Approved guide: NWT Science and Technology K–6 (2004), Life science · how animals get energy, how plants capture energy from the Sun, and animals' dependence on plants
Unit 7
Science Tools and Technology
Choosing and using science tools safely, and recognizing that people create technologies to meet needs.
Approved guide: NWT Science and Technology K–6 (2004), Physical science · using tools safely, and technologies created by people
Unit 8
Taking Action for Nature
Taking class or personal action on local issues such as water use, wildlife in the schoolyard and air quality.
Approved guide: NWT Science and Technology K–6 (2004), Physical science · taking action on local science, technology, society and environment issues
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