Lesson Planning
Teaching
- Recap on how different objects are made from different materials.
- Fix a torn umbrella, using materials they select for their useful properties.
- Discuss their selection of materials for fixing the umbrella: what properties does this material have that makes it a good choice?
- Discuss their designs and make predictions.
Activities
- Explore a range of materials with a view to fixing a torn umbrella.
- Understand some materials may be suitable whilst others are not, using the language of useful properties.
- Discuss and explore how to test the materials in an investigation and make simple notes about those thoughts.
Investigation - problem solving
Rise to the challenge of fixing a torn umbrella, using materials they select for their useful properties.
Discuss selection of materials for fixing the umbrella: what properties does this material have that makes it a good choice?
Vocabulary
Waterproof, absorbent, lightweight, breaks/tears, materials, properties