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Products and Process
Natural Science
Sub-topic 1: Properties of Natural Materials
Key Concept: Natural materials such as wood, clay, and wool have distinct properties (e.g. texture, hardness, flexibility) that affect how they are used.
Inquiry-Based Activity: Material Investigation Station – Learners handle various natural materials and test their properties (e.g., water absorption, flexibility). They record observations and discuss which materials are best suited for certain products and why.
(CAPS, DBE 2011; Botha et al., 2016)
Sub-topic 2: Changes to Materials
Key Concept: Materials can be changed physically or chemically to create new products.
Inquiry-Based Activity: Bread-Making Exploration – Learners observe and participate in making bread from flour, noting physical changes (mixing, kneading) and chemical changes (rising due to yeast).
(Botha et al., 2016; Van der Merwe & Kruger, 2014)
Technology
Sub-topic 1: Product Design and Function
Key Concept: The design of a product is influenced by the function it must perform and the materials available.
Inquiry-Based Activity: Build a Useful Product – Learners design and create a simple product (e.g., a pencil holder or toy) using recycled natural materials. They explain their material choices and the product's function.
(CAPS, DBE 2011; Kahn, 2015)
Sub-topic 2: Steps in making a product (Process planning)
Key Concept: A structured process is needed to transform raw materials into a finished product.
Inquiry-Based Activity: Process Poster Creation – In groups, learners research and create posters illustrating the process of making a product (e.g., from wool to jersey), identifying each step and tools used.
(CAPS, DBE 2011; Botha et al., 2016)
Social Science
Sub-topic 1: Local products and their Origins
Key Concept: Communities use local resources to produce goods, which supports local economies.
Inquiry-Based Activity: Local Product Investigation – Learners interview family or community members about a locally made product (e.g., woven baskets, pottery), tracing its origin and production process. They present their findings to the class.
(CAPS, DBE 2011; Oxford Successful Social Sciences, 2014)
Sub-topic 2: Impact of production on people and environment
Key Concept: The way products are made affects people’s lives and the environment, both positively and negatively.
Inquiry-Based Activity: Debate: Traditional vs Modern Methods – Learners research and debate the social and environmental impacts of traditional vs. modern product manufacturing methods.
(Parker & Heymans, 2015)