Properties and Changes of Materials

Project overview

This project* teaches children about the wider properties of materials and their uses. They learn about the reversible mixing of materials, including the process of dissolving, and how mixtures can be separated. Irreversible changes, such as burning and rusting, are also observed.

It is built upon our four-stage primary focused pedagogy – Engage, Develop, Innovate, Express – to get your children curious about the project ahead, develop and then use new skills and knowledge, before finally allowing them to express their thoughts, ideas and reflections on what they have learnt.

*This project is part of the Cornerstones Science Curriculum and is not sold separately.

Science Year 5

What’s included

Properties and Changes of Materials is a comprehensive Science project that boasts an array of essentials including:

21
Lesson activities
42
Resources

Knowledge Organiser

Project scope

Properties and Changes of Materials provides a structured approach to Science, outlining key subjects and topics including:

Subject

Science

Topics

Changing states
Dissolving
Irreversible and reversible changes
Processes
Properties of materials
Separating mixtures
Uses of materials

Looking for a full Science curriculum?

If you’re looking for inspiring lessons and resources across the whole Science curriculum, then the Cornerstones Science Curriculum offers everything you need for single or multi-year groups, with a collection of projects designed by subject experts to support teachers and subject leaders at every level of subject knowledge.

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