Material investigators: Which plank is strongest (number of layers)
Step-by-step instructions on how to carry out an investigation to answer the question: How does the number of layers affect the strength of a cardboard plank?
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Material investigators: Plan an investigation sheet
Pupils can use this sheet to plan and record their own investigations into the strength of corrugated, cardboard planks.
Fashion fixers challenge: Primary
This real-world challenge dives into the world of fast fashion and its environmental impact. The perfect range of activities for engaging pupils in conversations around sustainability, science and the choices we make every day.
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Super scientist: Nzambi Matee
Learn how this Kenyan material engineer and inventor, used her knowledge of materials to recycle plastic into building bricks, and help her community at the same time!
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Nzambi Matee life story quiz
Ten-question quiz about the life, career and achievements of material engineer, inventor and super scientist Nzambi Matee, for use with the life story sheet.
Nzambi Matee: A world without plastic activity sheet
Pupils develop science and creativity skills as they identify everyday plastic objects, suggest alternative materials and write creatively about a world without plastic.
The story of Nzambi Matee presentation
Use this presentation to find out about the life, career and achievements of material engineer, inventor and super scientist Nzambi Matee.
Nzambi Matee life story sheet
Simple information sheet describing the life, career and achievements of material engineer, inventor and super scientist Nzambi Matee.
Science in stories: Three Little Pigs
Learn about the different properties of materials though the popular children's story 'The Three Little Pigs'.
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Three Little Pigs: Architects in training (properties of materials)
An interactive presentation that uses this unique sequel to the well-known traditional tale, to teach about the properties of materials in an engaging new way!
Choosing materials activity sheet
Use this activity sheet, part of the Science in stories: Three Little Pigs lesson, to record ideas about the best materials to use for each part of a house.
Properties of materials match-up card game
Match each word describing the property of a material to its correct definition, with this match-up card game