Lesson Planning

Teaching

• Identify and compare the materials various objects are made from.
• Discuss the differences between an object and the material from which it is made (Y1).
• Consider how the properties of materials make them suitable for their purpose (Y2).
• Write songs about the properties of materials (to the tune of Frère Jacques).

Activities

1. Understand that objects are made of different materials and they have simple properties.
2. Know that there is a difference between an object and the material from which it is made.
3. Identify and name a variety of everyday materials, including wood, plastic, glass, metal, water and rock.

Investigation - pattern seeking, problem solving
Think carefully about the different materials and their properties, and play games in pairs with items from the classroom. Write songs based on the properties of materials.
Year 1/2 - Understand that objects are made of different materials and they have simple properties.

Vocabulary
Rough/smooth, flat/bumpy, sharp/blunt, wood, metal, plastic, glass, rock, materials, properties