English National Curriculum - Science Science
Mission Objectives
Identify materials that are thermal conductors
Carry out a fair and comparative test to test the thermal conductive properties of materials
Use results from a fair and comparative test to explain how the thermal conductive properties of materials enable them to be suitable for a specific task
Enquiry Approach - Problem-solving
Applying prior scientific knowledge to solve problems and answer further questions.
Enquiry Skill - Observing and measuring
Using the senses and taking measurements, using a range of equipment, to make observations about a scientific enquiry.
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Words and meanings to learn
thermal
using or producing heat
molecules
a collection of tiny particles that make up all things
insulator
a material that is used to stop the passage of electricity, heat or sound
degrees Celsius (°C)
the measure of temperature
conduction
heat moving from one object to another through contact
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Resources: Class presentation, paper cups and a variety of materials to wrap up the cup, such as cling film, foil, paper, felt, cotton and sticky tape. Thermometers and warm water.
Core Handout (2): A table for the children to record their data and a graph for children to plot their results. Prompt questions encourage the children to draw conclusions from their data.
Stretch Handout (3): Extended prompt questions encourage the children to draw conclusions from their data. Children could use the core handout to record their results and draw their graphs or draw these for themselves.
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