Learning objectives
Knowledge
- To identify suitable materials based on their properties.
Working scientifically
- To perform a test and gather data.
Success criteria
Knowledge
- I can suggest suitable materials for a plant
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National curriculum
Science
Plants
Pupils should be taught to:
- Find
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Cross-curricular links
None.
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Before the lesson
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Lesson plan
Recap and recall
Watch the Pupil video: Bridges.
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Extended-mode explainer videos
How to extend your display to view the lesson page and preseantion mode simultaneously. Choose your operating system below to watch the video
Adaptive teaching
Pupils needing extra support
Could use the examples in the Pupil video: Testing materials to help complete the table; could be given fabric during the Attention grabber to help understand why it is not suitable for goggles.
Pupils working at greater depth
Should suggest other materials they know of that might pass the simple tests.
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Assessing progress and understanding
Pupils with secure understanding indicated by: recording qualitative data about material properties in
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Vocabulary definitions
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bubble wrap
A plastic material used for packaging.
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eco-friendly
Materials that are not harmful to the environment.
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