Public learning track
Changing the Shapes of Solid Materials
3rd Grade · Science · UK National Curriculum
9 lessons
Goal
Investigate how the shapes of solid objects can be changed by squashing, bending, twisting, and stretching, and explore elastic and permanent changes.
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Bending, Twisting, Stretching, and Squashing Materials
9 lessons
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- 1Bending, Twisting, Stretching, and Squashing MaterialsUp nextStart
- 2Squashing Materials: Sponges, Foam, Dough, and ClayPremiumNot started yet
- 3Bending Materials: Wires, Plastic Rulers, and WoodNot started yet
- 4Twisting Materials: Ropes, Dough, and FabricsNot started yet
- 5Stretching Materials: Rubber Bands and Elastic SpringsNot started yet
- 6Materials That Bounce Back: Reversible Shape ChangesNot started yet
- 7Materials That Stay Bent or Squashed: Permanent Shape ChangesNot started yet
- 8Materials That Cannot Change Shape Without BreakingNot started yet
- 9How Changing Shapes Helps in Everyday LifeNot started yet
Standards Covered
- science.ks1.y2.t4.s2National Curriculum (England) · Science · Year 3 (KS2) · Grade 3find out how the shapes of solid objects made from some materials can be changed by squashing, bending, twisting and stretching.
- science.ks1.y2.t4.s1National Curriculum (England) · Science · Year 3 (KS2) · Grade 3identify and compare the suitability of a variety of everyday materials, including wood, metal, plastic, glass, brick, rock, paper and cardboard for particular uses
Curriculum Framework
3rd Grade · Science · UK National Curriculum
1
11 lessons
Suitability of Everyday Materials
Compare and explain why specific materials like wood, metal, plastic, glass, brick, rock, paper, and cardboard are chosen for particular uses.
2
8 lessons
Testing and Comparing Material Properties
Conduct comparative fair tests to investigate properties such as absorbency, waterproofing, strength, and thermal insulation.
3
9 lessons
Changing the Shapes of Solid Materials
Investigate how the shapes of solid objects can be changed by squashing, bending, twisting, and stretching, and explore elastic and permanent changes.
4
6 lessons
Designing and Selecting Materials for Everyday Inventions
Apply scientific knowledge of material properties and shape changes to design, evaluate, and improve everyday objects.