Science Inquiry Teaching Resources for Year 4
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Apple Mummification Experiment
Explore and observe physical changes to materials with an engaging Apple Mummification Experiment.
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Planning a Fair Test Graphic Organisers
Plan and implement fair scientific tests in the classroom with printable Planning a Fair Test Graphic Organisers.
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Making Scientific Statements Worksheets
Practise writing complete scientific predictions with a pair of printable ‘Making Scientific Statements’ worksheets.
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Building a Scientific Conclusion - Teaching Slides
Teach your students the R.E.R.U.N. method for writing a scientific conclusion with an interactive teaching slide deck.
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Environmental Impact Science Experiments
Use these simple science experiments to teach your students about environmental issues such as oil and water pollution, soil quality and climate change.
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Lima Bean Experiment
“Grow” your students’ knowledge of plant life cycles with a plant growth experiment.
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Force and Motion Experiment – Throwing, Dropping, Bouncing, Rolling
Use this hands-on force and motion experiment when teaching your students about how forces influence the movement of objects.
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Science Experiment - Suck It Up!
A science experiment which investigates the absorptive properties of various materials.
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Science Equipment Poster Pack
Explore a variety of science lab tools with a printable Science Lab Equipment Poster Pack.
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How to Write a Hypothesis Worksheet
Teach your students to write a hypothesis with a printable writing guide and a hypothesis-writing practice worksheet.
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Scientific Hypothesis Writing Checklist
Use a Scientific Hypothesis Writing Checklist to help your students write clear and complete scientific hypotheses.
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Lab Safety Reflection Sheet (4-6)
Reflect on Lab Safety knowledge and behaviours with a printable Lab Safety Reflection Sheet.
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R.E.R.U.N. - Writing a Scientific Conclusion Anchor Charts
Introduce your students to the R.E.R.U.N. method for writing a scientific conclusion with a printable poster and fact sheet.
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Species Survival Prediction Task Cards
Explore how to save endangered species with this set of 16 species survival scenario cards.
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Making a Mini Water Cycle - Experiment
A hands-on experiment to use when investigating the water cycle.
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How to Build a Worm Farm - Poster Pack
Learn to build your own worm farm and learn about vermicomposting with a handy project guide.
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Oil Spill Science Experiment for Water Pollution
Investigate a man-made natural disaster and discover the effects of oil spills on wildlife with an oil spill science experiment.
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Science Experiment - Lights Line Up!
A science experiment which explores light.
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Air Resistance Force Investigation
Use this engaging air resistance force experiment when teaching your students about air friction and the effect it has on the effectiveness of a parachute.
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What is a Fair Test? (Middle Years)
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Fake Plastic Trees - A Demonstration Comparing Properties of Natural and Processed Materials
A 60 minute lesson in which students will compare the properties of natural and processed materials through a demonstration.
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Natural and Processed Materials Video – Solid Wood vs Laminate
Explore natural and processed materials with this science experiment video perfect for your Year 4 science unit!
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Now I Understand - Building a Solid Conclusion for an Experiment
A 60 minute lesson in which students will learn how to build solid scientific conclusions for experiments.
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Science Experiment - Suck It Up!
A 60 minute lesson in which students will investigate materials and their absorptive properties through a scientific investigation.
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4 Wickedly Fun Halloween Science Experiments for Kids to Add to Your Lesson Plans
Explore teachers' favourite fun Halloween science experiments for kids. They include serious levels of ooze, bubble, goop and wow factor!