In this investigation the pupils will learn about the greenhouse effect/ global warming and how scientists consider that the increase in carbon dioxide and other gases contributes to the increase in global temperatures. The will then use modelling to observe and describe the greenhouse effect.
https://www.kidsagainstplastic.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/Greenhouse-Experiment.pdfA teaching resource (lesson plan / learning flow) designed to help children observe and consider the effects of carbon dioxide on temperature. Pupils will learn about the greenhouse effect/ global warming and how scientists consider that the increase in carbon dioxide and other gases contributes to the increase in global temperatures. They will then complete an 'observing over time investigation' to show the effects of carbon dioxide on temperature.
https://www.kidsagainstplastic.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/Effects-of-CO2.pdf
September 2, 2018
Trash Islands
A lesson that uses research about the Great Pacific Trash Island (gyre) to investigate the effects of plastic pollution. Curriculum coverage KS2 Science Working scientifically reporting and presenting findings from enquiries…in…
September 2, 2018
Plastic Quiz – lesson resource
A lesson resource for the lesson Plastic Quiz.
September 2, 2018
Plastic Quiz
A hands-on activity that requires the application of knowledge and skills to classify a selection of products based on whether they contain plastic or not. The work on 'environmental impact', 'recyclability' and…
September 2, 2018
Plastic Recycling Process
How is plastic recycled? And is all recycling a good thing? Just two of the themes covered in this KS2 lesson about properties and changes in materials. This lesson has a…
September 2, 2018
Plastic Recycling Process – lesson resource
A resource to support the lesson guide Plastic Recycling Process.
September 2, 2018
Plastic Pioneers
An interesting lesson about the different groups / scientists that lead the early work that led to the creation of plastic, and how evidence is used to support or refute…
September 2, 2018
Nappy Testing
A practical investigation saturated with interesting science, and one that has a thought-provoking environmental follow up activity. National Curriculum Relevance taking measurements, using a range of scientific equipment, with increasing accuracy and…
September 2, 2018
Material Sort
A KS2 lesson on exploring and classifying objects in different ways, such as by biodegradability and recyclability, and whether made-made or natural. Science Working scientifically gathering, recording, classifying and presenting data…
September 2, 2018
Decomposing Time
A lesson idea to encourage investigative and enquiry skills around the theme of decomposition of different materials. The learning culminates in giving opportunities for pupils to develop important presentation skills. KS2…