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observations are made using the senses and recorded, including informal measurements, using digital tools as appropriate
- exploring what an observation is, and different ways to make observations, through guided discussion
- safely following instructions to record the touch, smell, sight or sound of materials and explaining why it is not appropriate to taste materials
- using senses (except for taste), binoculars or magnifying glasses to identify plants and animals, and recording observations using numbers, dots or drawings
- using informal measurements to measure and record the change in shape or movement of an object using handspans, blocks, pencil lengths or a length of string
- exploring how digital tools can be used to make and record observations, such as simple clap-o-meter apps that measure sound volume, time-lapse digital photography for observing the apparent movement of celestial objects or slow-motion videos for observing a vibrating ruler
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Measuring Length with Dinosaur Footprints - Hands-on Maths Task
Engage your students in learning about informal measurement with a 'Dino-Mite' hands-on measurement activity in which they use dinosaur footprints to measure objects around the classroom.
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Five Senses Colouring Worksheets
Help your students understand more about their senses with a pack of printable 5 Senses colouring worksheets.
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Free 5 Senses Worksheet
Identify the body parts used to sense things with a free 5 Senses Cut and Paste Worksheet.
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Five Senses Graphic Organiser
A graphic organiser to use when brainstorming sights, sounds, smells, touches and tastes.
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Materials Around Us - Draw and Colour Worksheets
Observe and identify the materials around us with a set of Material Observation Draw and Colour Worksheets.
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Describing Rocks and Minerals Chart Pack
Use a Describing Rocks and Minerals Chart to help your students describe the properties of rocks and minerals.
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Exploring Sound Energy Experiments
Explore how sound works with an engaging set of Sound Energy Experiments!
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How Things Move Worksheet Pack
Download our ‘How Things Move’ Worksheet Pack to boost science inquiry skills and encourage your students to explore force and motion.
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See, Think, Wonder Template
A See, Think, Wonder Template is useful in encouraging students to make careful observations and interpretations.
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Spin or Slide Sort - Science of Movement Activity
Group objects based on how they move with an engaging Spin or Slide? Science of Movement Activity.
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Roll & Measure Science Investigation
Explore movement and measurement with informal units with an engaging Roll and Measure Science Experiment for early learners.
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Minibeast Scavenger Hunt- Outdoor Observation Activity
Investigate and observe insects and minibeasts with a printable Minibeast Scavenger Hunt Observation Activity.
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Exploring the 5 Senses PowerPoint
Explore the five senses, how we use them, and more with an engaging 5 Senses PowerPoint Presentation.
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Roll or Slide Worksheets (F-1)
Explore motion and boost science inquiry skills with Roll and Slide Worksheets for Foundation and Year 1 students.
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Shelter Building - STEM Experiment
Discover how shelters protect living things by challenging your students to build an animal shelter in this Shelter Building Stem Activity.
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Measuring Length with Informal Units Teaching Slides
Teach your students about measuring length using informal units with an engaging, interactive teaching slide deck.
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Measuring, Comparing and Ordering Height Worksheet
Measure length using informal units with an engaging hands-on collaborative measurement activity.
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5 Senses Activity Sheets
Identify and describe objects using the five senses with a set of printable five-senses worksheets for early years.
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5 Senses Flip Book Pack
Create a flipbook to help your early learners learn about the five senses.
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Build a Bird Feeder Project (Recycling Materials)
Experience the engineering process and introduce your students to sustainable design with an exciting Build-a-Bird Feeder project using recycled materials.
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Plantable Seed Paper Activity Pack
Make your own Plantable Seed Paper and learn about physical changes, recycling, and biodegradable materials with a printable Make Your Own Paper Activity pack.
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Cup and String Phone - Science Sound Investigation
Build and test a cup and string phone to investigate the transmission of sound waves through different media.
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Sound Energy Project (Rubber Band Musical Instruments)
Use this sound energy experiment to help your students create rubber band instruments and visualise sound using everyday items.
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Make It Move! Slope Investigation Activity
Explore movement and make science predictions with our Make It Move! Slope Investigation Slideshow and recording sheet.
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What's the Weather Like Today? – Mini-Book
Measure, record and graph weather information with a printable mini-book.
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Scientific Observation Graphic Organisers
Record and organise scientific data with printable Scientific Observation Graphic Organisers for kids
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5 Senses School Scavenger Hunt Checklists
Use our 5 Senses Scavenger Hunt Worksheets to teach your students to observe their environment.
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What Dissolves? Science Inquiry Activity (F-2)
Introduce science inquiry skills and investigate whether materials dissolve in water with a hands-on science experiment for early learners.
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Scientific Prediction & Observation Templates
Introduce your early learners to scientific inquiry skills with a set of printable Scientific Observation templates.
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Do I Have a Shadow? Activity (F-1)
Explore light and shadow while practising science inquiry skills with an engaging Predict and Observe Shadow Experiment for early learners.
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Moving Materials Science Experiment Pack
Explore materials and how they behave with an engaging Moving Materials Science experiment pack.
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Five Senses Science Stations
Show your students the power of their five senses with a pack of printable 5 Senses Science Stations!