Science
Mission Objectives
Describe how forces can affect an object
Investigate floating and sinking
Describe the forces between two objects
Enquiry Skill - Setting up tests
Carefully following a method and using equipment accurately to carry out a scientific enquiry. The method may be designed by teachers or children themselves.
Enquiry Approach - Problem-solving
Applying prior scientific knowledge to solve problems and answer further questions.
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Words and meanings to learn
pull
to draw towards oneself
Newton
the unit for the quantity of force, written as N
force
a push or pull in a given direction
Sir Isaac Newton
an English mathematician and physicist credited with Newton's laws and the development of calculus; the unit of force is named after him
push
to press away from oneself
Kate’s journey as a science educator spans over 15 enriching years. Her passion for unravelling the complexities of the human body led her away from medicine (as she hates blood but loves medical t-shows) and into the world of teaching. She’s had the privilege of nurturing young minds in KS3 and KS4 science, guiding A-level Biology students, and even taught year 4 students in Spain, broadening her teaching horizons early in her career. Kate holds a Masters in Teaching (MTeach) and specialises in biology. Her research for her Master's degree focused on the profound impact of self-efficacy on classroom learning. Beyond the classroom, she finds solace in leisurely family walks and exploring new destinations through travel. She finds that the most rewarding aspect of teaching is witnessing those magical "light bulb moments" when students grasp the intricacies of science right before her eyes.
Resources: The handout, pens and pencils.
Handout (2): Activities based on drawing and annotating forces.
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