Lesson 1: Waterproof materials

Pupils investigate and learn about waterproof materials. They conduct a test in groups and observe what happens when they pour water through various samples before reporting back to the class what they discovered.

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Learning objectives

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EYFS outcomes

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Before the lesson

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Classroom resources

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Activity

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Teacher notes

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Key vocabulary

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Prompts for learning

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Observations

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Next steps

To test and make predictions for which materials float or sink. 

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Created by:
Sophie Pickles (EYFS),  
Design and technology specialist
Sophie is an expert Early Years consultant. She has spent many years both teaching in Reception and leading, in her role of Head of Early Years and senior manager at an outstanding-rated, child-led setting. Sophie now works with many national educational…
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