Development of new materials (non-statutory)
I can talk about different jobs linked to science.
Development of new materials (non-statutory)
I can talk about different jobs linked to science.
Lesson details
Key learning points
- Working in science is a job for everybody.
- Some scientists investigate the properties of materials worn by people doing different jobs.
- Materials can have properties including being waterproof and providing protection.
- Some jobs need special clothes, including firefighters and surgeons.
Common misconception
Science and engineering careers are male jobs. Females cannot work in science or engineering.
Examples of women working in science and explanations that science jobs are for everybody.
Keywords
Career - A career is a job that a person chooses to do.
Scientist - A scientist is a person who learns about science and finds answers to questions about the world.
Investigate - When scientists investigate they are trying to find out what happens when something is changed.
Properties - The describing words we use for a material are called its properties.
Equipment
paper, pens and pencils
Content guidance
- Depiction or discussion of upsetting content
Supervision
Adult supervision recommended
Licence
This content is © Oak National Academy Limited (2024), licensed on Open Government Licence version 3.0 except where otherwise stated. See Oak's terms & conditions (Collection 2).
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