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Absorbing Water Investigation

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	Activity 7 Absorbing Water Investigation	Absorbing Water Investigation Sheet Small cup of water Plate Scissors Range of materials cut into strips. For example: Newspaper Toilet paper Cardboard Tissue paper Bubble wrap Tin foil Baking paper	Sc1/1.1 asking simple questions and recognising that they can be answered in different ways Sc1/1.3 performing simple tests Sc1/1.4 identifying and classifying Sc1/1.5 using their observations and ideas to suggest answers to questions Sc1/3.1c describe the simple physical properties of a variety of everyday materials

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Activity 7

Absorbing Water Investigation

Absorbing Water Investigation Sheet
Small cup of water
Plate
Scissors
Newspaper
Toilet paper
Cardboard
Tissue paper
Bubble wrap
Tin foil
Baking paper

Sc1/1.1 asking simple questions and recognising that they can be answered in different ways
Sc1/1.3 performing simple tests
Sc1/1.4 identifying and classifying
Sc1/1.5 using their observations and ideas to suggest answers to questions
Sc1/3.1c describe the simple physical properties of a variety of everyday materials

Activity 7
Absorbing Water Investigation

Practical Resources:

Absorbing Water Investigation Sheet
Small cup of water
Plate
Scissors
Newspaper
Toilet paper
Cardboard
Tissue paper
Bubble wrap
Tin foil
Baking paper

Relation to Curriculum in England:

Sc1/1.1 asking simple questions and recognising that they can be answered in different ways
Sc1/1.3 performing simple tests
Sc1/1.4 identifying and classifying
Sc1/1.5 using their observations and ideas to suggest answers to questions
Sc1/3.1c describe the simple physical properties of a variety of everyday materials

Downloads:

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How do I use these activities?

This activity is perfect for children who are interested in science. In this experiment, your child will be able to test which materials can absorb water. They will be able to make predictions and record their results by drawing a diagram. This hands-on activity is a great way to get your child excited about learning and exploring the world around them. Additionally, this resource meets the Science aspect of the National Curriculum of England.

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