Lesson Planning

Teaching


Activities

  1. Plan and carry out an investigation into the soundproofing properties of given materials (Y5&6)
  2. Create and present a labelled diagram that identifies the best materials for ear plugs explaining scientific reasons for choices (Y5&6)

Investigation
Snoring Challenge (soundproofing). One local resident wants some ear defenders to help her sleep through her partner’s snoring. Can you test out a range of materials that combine comfort and style with soundproofing? (Problem solving, Exploring, Fair testing, Classifying and identifying)
Years 5&6 - Plan and carry out an investigation into the sound proofing properties of given materials then create and present a report that identifies the best materials for ear defenders based on data and general understanding of materials


Vocabulary
Variables, fair test, comparative, limitations, enquiry, scientific diagram, acoustic absorption