Helping to Support Teaching and Learning
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Material Properties Exploration
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These books provide a detailed exploration of everyday materials, helping children describe and identify their physical properties. A valuable resource for enhancing understanding in Year 1 Science.
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Curriculum Aligned Content
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Aligned with the Year 1 Science curriculum, these books focus on distinguishing objects from the materials they are made from, supporting targeted learning objectives.
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Interactive Learning
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Encourages interactive learning by prompting children to name and identify various materials such as wood, plastic, and metal, fostering observational skills.
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Comparative Analysis
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Facilitates comparative analysis of material suitability for different uses, aiding decision-making skills in Year 2 children through practical examples.
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Supports UK Curriculum
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Specifically supports the ‘Everyday materials’ topic in the UK curriculum, focusing on describing and comparing material properties effectively.
KS1 Exploring Materials Books 10pk
A series of books that explore everyday materials, enhancing foundational scientific knowledge.
Overview
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Fosters critical thinking and scientific inquiry among children by encouraging them to investigate and compare various materials.
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Designed for Year 1 students, this set of ten books enriches understanding of everyday materials such as wood, metal, plastic, and glass. Children learn to describe physical properties of materials, essential for developing scientific literacy.
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The content aligns with the materials and properties KS1 curriculum, enabling children to differentiate between objects and the materials they are made from. Practical examples and activities encourage hands-on investigations, simplifying complex concepts.
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Additionally, these books support Year 2 curriculum outcomes by helping children identify and evaluate material suitability for various uses, promoting critical thinking and decision-making skills. Each book fosters exploration and fosters curiosity, foundational for scientific learning.
Supports the National Curriculum
Science, Year 1, Everyday Materials
Describe the simple physical properties of a variety of everyday materials.
Science, Year 1, Everyday Materials
Distinguish between an object and the material from which it is made.
Science, Year 1, Everyday Materials
Identify and name a variety of everyday materials, including wood, plastic, glass, metal, water, and rock.
Product Information
Overview
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Suitable for age 4 years and up
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10
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