Foundation Science · Australian Curriculum v9
Explore the ways people make and use observations and questions to learn about the natural world
Content descriptor
Explore the ways people make and use observations and questions to learn about the natural world.
- Code
- AC9SFH01
- Year level
- Foundation
- Subject
- Science
- Strand
- Science as a human endeavour
- Sub-strand
- Use and influence of science
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Learning intention
We are learning to explore the ways people make and use observations and questions to learn about the natural world.
Cloze sentence
Explore the ways people make and use and questions to learn about the natural world.
Related Foundation Science descriptors
- AC9SFI01Pose questions and make predictions based on experiences
- AC9SFI02Engage in investigations safely and make observations using their senses
- AC9SFI03Represent observations in provided templates and identify patterns with guidance
- AC9SFI04Compare observations with predictions with guidance
- AC9SFI05Share questions, predictions, observations and ideas with others
- AC9SFU01Observe external features of plants and animals and describe ways they can be grouped based on these features
- AC9SFU02Describe how objects move and how factors including their size, shape or material influence their movement
- AC9SFU03Recognise that objects can be composed of different materials and describe the observable properties of those materials
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Frequently asked questions
What is AC9SFH01?
AC9SFH01 is a content descriptor in the Foundation Science curriculum (Australian Curriculum v9, Science as a human endeavour strand). It asks students to explore the ways people make and use observations and questions to learn about the natural world.
What year level is AC9SFH01?
AC9SFH01 sits in the Foundation Science curriculum.
How can I create resources for AC9SFH01?
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