YR5 Space: Signs of life lesson pack

Linking to the topic Earth and space, year 5 pupils will learn key facts about Mars and then set up a simple observation over time enquiry.

This pack includes:

• A differentiated lesson plan
• A PowerPoint presentation explaining how scientists look for signs of life on Mars.
• An explanation text on Mars Rovers
• Instructions to set up the signs of life enquiry

Simple to resource! The items you will need:

• sand
• 3 pots
• teaspoon
• yeast
• Fizzy vitamin tablet or bicarbonate of soda

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