Lesson Planning

Teaching

Activities

  1. Observe what is happening and explore different materials.
  2. Predict and explore which material is most effective.
  3. Evaluate the results and talk about what they have discovered.
  4. Understand what different pets need to be healthy and happy (Yr1).
  5. Make comparisons between different pets' needs and requirements for health and happiness (Yr2).

Investigation - fair test, problem solving
Discuss the problem: which paper will be best for the job of mopping up the puppy accident?
Year 1 - Carry out an investigation to test the different types of paper. Consider what a pet needs to be healthy and happy.
Year 2 - Extend to include recording of data, Make comparison between different pets' needs and requirements for health and happiness.

Vocabulary
Happy, healthy, explore, investigate, observe