UKS2 Science Investigations

Ignite a passion for science with this immersive collection of investigations where children explore the wonders of the natural world through active discovery and creative respresentations. From questioning how animals survive to uncovering the secrets of light, movement, and time, each lesson builds curiosity, confidence, and scientific thinking.

Lesson Plans

How do sundials tell the time?

This hands-on investigation encourages collaborative work, precise observation, and deep thinking about our solar system, making learning about time both engaging and memorable.

Learning objective:

To investigate how sundials are used to tell the time.

How do animal life cycles differ?

Transform your outdoor space into a dynamic science lab where pupils explore animal life cycles through hands-on investigation and creative expression. This engaging lesson fosters critical thinking and teamwork as children research, observe, and represent life cycles using natural materials.

Learning objective:

To investigate the life cycles of different animals.

How are wingspan and gliding distance related?

Prepare for an exhilarating journey into the world of flight designing and testing bird models to explore forces like lift, drag, and thrust! This hands-on investigation encourages scientific inquiry and fair testing, challenging children to uncover the secrets behind how birds glide and soar.

Learning objective:

To investigate how birds’ wingspans influences gliding distance.

What is a rainbow?

Explore the magic of light and colour through captivating outdoor investigations! This hands-on lesson guides children to create and observe rainbows using various methods, encouraging curious questions and discussions about this natural phenomenon.

Learning objective:

To investigate the phenomenon of the rainbow.

How has camouflage evolved?

Turn your pupils into wildlife detectives as they explore the fascinating science behind animal camouflage and survival. This immersive lesson sparks curiosity and deepens understanding of adaptation, evolution, and the predator-prey relationship.

Learning objective:

To investigate how predators have evolved to use camouflage.

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