how heavy is it?
activity summary
downloadChildren look at four containers that are each used to carry liquids. The children discuss their properties and in particular, compare their weights.
- Curriculum links
- Key stage 1 Science: materials and their properties Sc3.1a - use their senses to explore and recognise the similarities and differences between materials Sc3.1d - find out about the uses of a variety of materials [for example, glass, wood, wool and how these are chosen for specific uses on the basis of their simple properties.
- QCA units
- Science 3C: Characteristics of materials - choosing materials for a purpose
- Timings
- 35 minutes
- Cross-curricular
- Key stage 1
- Maths
- Using and applying shape, space and measures Ma3.1b - select and use appropriate mathematical equipment when solving problems involving measures or measurement.
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- 1x Activity Sheet PDF
- 1x Teachers Notes PDF
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