GoldEveryday Materials: Lesson 1 - Introduction (year 1)
This resource will teach children to distinguish between an object and the material from which it is made. It will also introduce them to the concept of working scientifically.
The PDF file provides notes for the teachers. It contains keywords, an index for the accompanying PowerPoint presentation and handouts to help the children conduct their ‘material treasure hunt’.
The editable PowerPoint classroom presentation displays the lesson content (select the orange button to download). Please use ‘Slide Show’ mode to activate animations.
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