A material is what an object is made from. An object can be made from more than one material.

The describing words we use for a material are called its properties.

Someone or something that is suitable for a particular purpose or occasion is right or acceptable for it.

Something that is stretchy is able to stretch or be stretched.

The length of something is its measurement from end to end.

Stretchy materials

Science

In this Uses of everyday materials unit, pupils learnt that the shapes of some solid materials can be changed in different ways. In the Introduction to states of matter and changing states unit, they will build on this knowledge to observe that some materials change state when they are heated or cooled

In the Everyday materials unit, pupils learnt to identify and name a variety of everyday materials. In this Uses of everyday materials unit, pupils will build on this knowledge to compare the suitability of everyday materials for particular uses

This unit explores identifying and comparing the suitability of everyday materials like wood, metal, and plastic for specific uses. It examines how solid objects' shapes can change by squashing, bending, twisting, and stretching. The focus is on simple tests, and using data to answer questions.

Uses of everyday materials

Physical activity and equipment requiring safe use

Which material is suitable for making a jumper?

Which of these is a property of materials?

it can be made longer or wider without breaking.

They could pull them and measure them to see if they get longer. 

How could scientists test materials to find out if they are stretchy?

Why is wood a good material to make a chair?

True or false? Materials that are absorbent do not soak up any liquids.

What do scientists do when they investigate?

What do scientists need to investigate if materials are absorbent?

Content guidance

Exploration of objects

Adult supervision recommended

Introduction

What will you need for this lesson?

Are you ready to learn?

Equipment

Content guidance

Supervision

Worksheet