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Year Five

Throughout the Year, children will develop their Working Scientifically Skills. This includes: 

  • observing over time, asking pertinent questions about similarities and differences
  • asking questions surrounding patterns found in data as to why something observed has happened
  • classifying, grouping and presenting data in a series of ways to help in answering questions
  • taking measurements, using a range of scientific equipment, with increasing accuracy and precision
  • using secondary sources to help interpret results seen

 

In Autumn 1, children have been learning about Forces. This includes:

  • explaining how gravity acts between the Earth and objects
  • investigating air resistance, water resistance and friction
  • investigating how mechanisms like levers, pulleys and gears can allow smaller forces to have greater effects
  • learning about mechanical engineer Rafsan Chowdhury

Why don't you use some of these websites to continue your learning at home: