Learning objectives
Knowledge
- To revise the units States of matter and Classification and changing habitats.
Working scientifically
- To plan a comparative test.
Success criteria
Knowledge
- I can sort materials into solids, liquids and
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National curriculum
Science
Living things and their habitats
Pupils
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Cross-curricular links
British values
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Before the lesson
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Lesson plan
Recap and recall
Arrange the class into groups of three and select a group member to collect a tray with samples of materials (see Have ready). Provide each group with the Resource: Knowledge organiser: Science – States of matter. Ask the groups to discuss the properties of their materials and sort them into solids, liquids and gases. Invite…
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Adaptive teaching
Pupils needing extra support
Should use the Resource: Keyword prompts to help them identify variables; should use the Resource: Keyword prompts to help them write their prediction; could use the Knowledge organiser: Science – States of matter to help them write their prediction.
Pupils working at greater depth
Should design a results table with space for three tests; could define the term viscosity and use it when writing their prediction.
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Assessing progress and understanding
Pupils with secure understanding indicated by: sorting materials into solids,
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Vocabulary definitions
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gas
A state of matter that does not have a fixed shape or volume.
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insect
An invertebrate with six legs, three body segments, two pairs of wings (mostly) and an exoskeleton.
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In this unit
Assessment - Science Y4: How does the flow of liquids compare?
Lesson 1: Investigating liquids - Planning
Lesson 2: Investigating liquids - Gathering data
Lesson 3: Investigating liquids - Analysing, concluding and evaluating
Lesson 4: Investigating liquids - Extending
Lesson 5: Investigating liquids - Presenting
Maintained by: Kapow Primary team
Last update: 5th June, 2024
