Social Sciences

Our CAPS Grade 5 Social Sciences module is perfect for Intermediate Phase learners — investigating African and world history, exploring climate and environments, and developing geographical and historical thinking skills.

Grade: Grade 5

Age: Ages 10–12

Curriculum: CAPS

What to Expect from CAPS Grade 5 Social Sciences

Grade 5 Social Sciences expands the geographical and historical horizon — moving beyond South Africa to explore African and world contexts. EdSoft's adaptive module develops broader geographic and historical thinking through engaging, contextualised content.

History

Grade 5 History explores African history — the rise of African kingdoms and empires such as Great Zimbabwe and the Mali Empire, and the development of trade networks across Africa. Learners also begin to explore the impact of early contact between Africa and the wider world.

Geography

Grade 5 Geography develops map skills further and explores Africa's physical and human geography — climate zones, biomes, population distribution, and major economic activities across the continent. Learners develop geographical literacy through analysing maps, graphs, and data.

How EdSoft Supports CAPS Grade 5 Social Sciences

EdSoft's module brings African history and geography to life through interactive maps, animated timelines, and engaging case studies. Fully offline.