States of Matter Science plan only

States of Matter plan, should last approx. 10 weeks, covering all objectives on the NC as well as a range of working scientifically objectives The plan is fully differentiated for each lesson. Originally planned for Year 4 however could be adapted for other year groups. A variety of responds have also been suggested after each lesson.

Week 1 - Concept cartoon - prior knowledge
Week 2 - Vocabulary lesson
Week 3 - To identify solids, liquids and gases.
Week 4 - To investigate gases.
Week 5 - To investigate materials as they change state - melting activity.
Week 6 - To investigate how water changes state.
Week 7 - To identify and describe the different stages of the water cycle.
Week 8/9 - To recognise the process of evaporation (investigation).
Week 10 - To reflect on my knowledge from a unit of work (revisit the concept cartoon).