Y3 Rocks L4: Investigating Soils

Content Name

Y3 Rocks L4: Investigating Soils

Content Type

Partner Content

Description

Learning Objectives: To identify similarities and differences between types of soil. To investigate soil drainage. To describe the different layers in soil. Working Scientifically: To set up a comparative (and fair) test. To make systematic and careful observations and take careful measurements. To use results to draw simple conclusions To make predictions

Curriculum

• Country

  England

  Key Stage:

  Key Stage 2

  Years:

  Year 3

  Subjects:

  • Science

  Topics:

  • Rocks
  • Working scientifically

  Programmes of Study:

  • compare and group together different kinds of rocks on the basis of their appearance and simple physical properties
  • recognise that soils are made from rocks and organic matter
  • making systematic and careful observations and, where appropriate, taking accurate measurements using standard units, using a range of equipment, including thermometers and data loggers
  • using results to draw simple conclusions, make predictions for new values, suggest improvements and raise further questions
  • setting up simple practical enquiries, comparative and fair tests

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