Science at key stages 1 and 2 (Year 1)

Unit 1C: Sorting and using materials

Where this unit fits in

Builds on Unit 1A 'Ourselves'

Children need:

to know about the five senses
to know vocabulary associated with the senses.

Links with Units 2D 'Grouping and changing materials', 2E 'Forces and movement', art, design and technology.

Sections in this unit

This unit is divided into sections. Each section contains a sequence of activities with related objectives and outcomes. You can view this unit by moving through the sections or print/download the whole unit.


	1. Handling different materials
	2. Identifying materials without looking
	3. Describing different materials
	4. Describing different objects
	5. Grouping different materials
	6. Properties of materials
	7. Magnetic and non-magnetic objects
	8. Choosing materials for a purpose
	9. Testing fabrics and papers
	10. Waterproof materials
	11. Review