ICSE Class 5 Social Studies, Unit 1: Evolution of Mankind
From the CISCE curriculum. 13 key concepts, about 5 days of study at 20 to 30 minutes a day.
What this unit aims at
The theme “Evolution of Mankind” enables children to become aware and appreciate how man has evolved through the ages. It enables them to understand how constant evolution has made significant changes in the lifestyle of mankind. The pedagogies equip them with skills to make a comparative study of the different ages.
Your child should be able to
- identify the stages of the evolution of mankind
- list the sources of evidence of man’s evolution
- identify, compare and contrast the features of the four stone ages
- identify and reflect on the stages of evolution in modes and system of transport and communication
- discuss and appreciate the developmental process of human life on earth
Key concepts in this unit
- Evolution of mankind:
- Brief introduction of story of Human evolution on earth
- Sources/evidences (fossils, bones, utensils, cave paintings, tools, etc.)
- The four stone ages:
- Paleolithic Mesolithic Neolithic
- Chalcolithic Iron age Evolution of Transport and Communication:
- Invention of the wheel and beginning of transport.
- Reaching distant places.
- Trade and voyages.
- Modern means of transport.
- Need for writing.
- Use of pigeons Invention of telephone and telegraph
- Printing press, Computers Satellites
Teach this unit at home
- A day-by-day plan from the CISCE concepts, so you know what to cover each day.
- A step-by-step script for each day, so you know what to say and ask (AI-written from the CISCE curriculum, so check it against your child's school book).
- A quiz at the end.
From the CISCE Curriculum for Classes I to VIII (2016). CISCE sets what is taught, not the textbooks, so schools use different books and there are no page numbers here. Adhian Gurus is not affiliated with CISCE.