Learning objectives
Knowledge
- To identify solids using their properties.
Working scientifically
- To ask relevant questions about the properties of solids.
Success criteria
Knowledge
- I can list the properties of solids.
- I can
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National curriculum
Science
States of matter
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Cross-curricular links
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Before the lesson
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Lesson plan
Recap and recall
Before starting this unit, check the children can recall their learning about materials from the units Science, Year 1, Materials: Everyday materials and Science, Year 2, Materials: Uses of everyday materials: Identify and name a variety of everyday materials. Describe the simple physical properties of these materials. Compare and group together these materials based on…
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Adaptive teaching
Pupils needing extra support
Should use the Activity: Testing solids, liquids and gases: support version to record their observations; could use a reduced number of materials when testing the properties (wooden block and putty only); could use the Knowledge organiser to confirm the properties of a solid.
Pupils working at greater depth
Should create a Venn diagram using their PE hoops and sort more challenging mixtures (see Teacher knowledge); should be provided with additional solid materials (e.g. sponge or cotton wool) when testing properties during the Main event to explore solids that appear compressible due to the air trapped in them; could choose an extension activity relating to solids from the Resource: Stretch and challenge: States of matter.
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Assessing progress and understanding
Pupils with secure understanding indicated by: listing the properties of solids; identifying
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Knowledge outcomes
- I can list the properties of solids, including fixed shape and volume.
- I can identify examples of solids, including sand, putty, plastic blocks, wooden blocks and rock.
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Vocabulary definitions
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compress
To make smaller.
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force
A push, pull or twist.
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Example work
Sissinghurst Church of England Primary School, Cranbrook
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Maintained by: Kapow Primary team
Last update: 11th September, 2024
