Uses of Everyday Materials · Physical Science

Material Properties

Testing materials to see if they are wood, metal, plastic, glass, brick, rock, paper, or cardboard.

Key Questions

  1. 1Why is metal used for spoons but not for pillows?
  2. 2How can we test if a material is waterproof or absorbent?
  3. 3What makes a material 'strong'?

National Curriculum Attainment Targets

KS1: Science - Uses of Everyday Materials
Year: Year 2
Subject: Science
Unit: Uses of Everyday Materials
Period: Physical Science

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