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Early level of achievement (Experiences & Outcomes for most children)
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Planet Earth  Sustainability this is
 Early level		 1st 2nd 3rd 4th
 Home Page Other Experiences & Outcomes at this level Biodiversity Climate & Earth science Astronomy
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Experiences & Outcomes
SCN 001A

G1 - Introducing materials
 

 Sustainability
I have investigated materials around me and I can sort them for reuse or recycling.
People, place & environment
 SOC 004G - I explore and appreciate the wonder of nature within different environments and have played a part in caring for the environment.		 Click here for the Waste Aware websiteClick here for the Eco Schools Scotland website
Early Years - website links (Word, 30K)
Related to Social Studies - People, place and environment - SOC 003F - I explore and discover the interesting features of my local environment to develop an awareness of the world around me.

Planet Earth  Biodiversity this is
 Early level		 1st 2nd 3rd 4th 
 Home Page Other Experiences & Outcomes at this level Sustainability Climate & Earth science Astronomy
Early level Learning activities & links to Target Groups (G)
in Framework for Planning		 Additional advice
Experiences & Outcomes
SCN 002B

G2 - Introducing living things

 Biodiversity

I have observed living things around me over a period of time and recorded information on them. I can demonstrate my curiosity about living things and their environment.
People, place & environment
 SOC 003F - I explore and discover the interesting features of my local environment to develop an awareness of the world around me.		 Early Years - website links (Word, 30K)

Planet Earth Climate & Earth Science this is
 Early level		 1st 2nd 3rd 4th 
 Home Page Other Experiences & Outcomes at this level Sustainability Biodiversity Astronomy
Early level Learning activities & links to Target Groups (G) in Framework for Planning Additional advice
Experiences & Outcomes
SCN 003C

Social Subjects
People & Place - The physical environment:
weather & climate, landscapes & physical processes

 Climate & Earth Science

Using my senses, I have experienced, described and recorded the weather and changes in the environment. Through discussion I can relate these to the seasons and show how these affect me.

 See also Life & Cells - Using my senses- Early


 People, place & environment
SOC 006J - While learning outdoors in differing weathers, I have described and recorded the weather, its effects and how it makes me feel.

Early Years - website links (Word, 30K)
Related to Social Studies - People, place and environment - SOC 110J - By using a range of instruments, I can measure and record the weather and can discuss how weather affects my life.

Planet Earth Astronomy this is
 Early level		 1st 2nd 3rd 4th
 Home Page Other Experiences & Outcomes at this level Sustainability Biodiversity Climate & Earth science
Early level Learning activities & links to Target Groups (G) in Framework for Planning Additional advice
Experiences & Outcomes
SCN 004E

G6 - Sun, Moon & Stars

 Astronomy
I have experienced the wonder of looking at the vastness of the sky, and can recognise the Sun, Moon and stars and link them to daily patterns of life.   Early Years - website links (Word, 30K)

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