SPARK SCIENCE GRADE 5 -ZERO PERIOD ACTIVITY

Khalid goes camping in the Hajar Mountains with his family. He brings a first aid kit, water, and healthy snacks. Why is this important?

• To make his backpack heavier

• To stay safe and healthy during the trip

• To show off to his cousins

• To avoid sharing food

During a school event in Abu Dhabi, Noor chooses laban (yogurt drink) instead of a fizzy drink. Why is that a healthy choice?

• Laban tastes better

• Fizzy drinks are banned

• Laban is nutritious and a traditional UAE drink

• Fizzy drinks are hard to open

A Grade 5 student skips breakfast before school. What may happen to him?

• He will feel full

• He may feel tired and not focus in class

• He will become more active

• He will learn better

At a desert safari, Fatma wears light clothes and a cap. Why is this good for her?

• So she can run faster

• To match with her friends

• To protect from the sun and stay cool

• 4. To take good pictures

Why is this a healthy and cultural meal?

• It looks colorful

• It has both nutrition and reflects UAE heritage

• It has only rice

• It is spicy

What is the man doing right?

• Wearing a cap

• Not using hands

• Wearing a helmet for safety

• Riding fast

Why is this activity important for health and UAE culture?

• It gives children more fun

• It teaches teamwork only

• It helps the environment and shows care for the land

• It saves trees

In Dubai, a school starts a “Healthy Ramadan” program. Students bring dates, fruits, and drink water at iftar time in school. They also walk or play in the evening.

Question: What is the main purpose of this program?

• To make students eat quickly

• To teach them to sleep early

• To promote healthy habits during a special UAE month

• To avoid school food

Mariam’s class visits a local health center in Ras Al Khaimah. They learn how the UAE government supports hospitals and teaches people about clean water, healthy eating, and vaccines.

Question: What do students learn from this visit?

• To become doctors

• That health is part of national care and support

• To wash hands only

• That they can get free food

In a school near Al Ain, students join a project to grow herbs like mint and basil. They learn these are used in traditional Emirati food and have health benefits.

Question: Why is this project useful?

• So students can skip lunch

• To waste time outside

• To learn about healthy food and Emirati traditions

• To clean their hands