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…
A KS2 lesson that focuses on developing speaking and listening skills and how to use facts and figures during discussions and debates. English: Spoken Language listen and respond appropriately to…
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…
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…
Learn about the material that is plastic (it's properties, how it is made) and ask whether it is OK to discard items made from it. This lesson has a linked…
A KS2 lesson guide that helps develop an understanding of key terms like 'recycling' and 'recyclable' through recording and interpreting, and classifying data. Maths Interpret bar charts and pictograms Use pie…
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…
After some tasty research and investigation into snacks and packaging, pupils create and then advertise their own (plastic clever) snacks to sell in school. English: Spoken Language give well-structured descriptions,…
A KS1 lesson that helps pupils to identify different types of plastic: single use vs reusable, and the skills associated with using data to answer questions and persuade. Curriculum coverage Maths interpret…
A lesson guide to help encourage an understanding of the hazards presented to natural environments and living things by plastic pollution. Curriculum coverage KS1 Science Working scientifically using their observations and…
A lesson to encouraging investigation, discussion around different materials, with a focus on plastics. Curriculum coverage Key Stage 1 Science identifying and classifying distinguish between an object and the material from…