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Melting and Moulding Investigation

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	Activity 6 Melting And Moulding	Melt And Mould Investigation Sheet Chocolate bar Glass bowl Saucepan Water Silicone mould	Sc2/1.1 asking simple questions and recognising that they can be answered in different ways Sc2/1.3 performing simple tests Sc2/1.4 identifying and classifying Sc2/1.5 using their observations and ideas to suggest answers to questions Sc2/1.6 gathering and recording data to help in answering questions Sc2/3.1c describe the simple physical properties of a variety of everyday materials

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Activity 6

Melting And Moulding

Melt And Mould Investigation Sheet
Chocolate bar
Glass bowl
Saucepan
Water
Silicone mould

Sc2/1.1 asking simple questions and recognising that they can be answered in different ways
Sc2/1.3 performing simple tests
Sc2/1.4 identifying and classifying
Sc2/1.5 using their observations and ideas to suggest answers to questions
Sc2/1.6 gathering and recording data to help in answering questions
Sc2/3.1c describe the simple physical properties of a variety of everyday materials

Activity 6
Melting And Moulding

Practical Resources:

Melt And Mould Investigation Sheet
Chocolate bar
Glass bowl
Saucepan
Water
Silicone mould

Relation to Curriculum in England:

Sc2/1.1 asking simple questions and recognising that they can be answered in different ways
Sc2/1.3 performing simple tests
Sc2/1.4 identifying and classifying
Sc2/1.5 using their observations and ideas to suggest answers to questions
Sc2/1.6 gathering and recording data to help in answering questions
Sc2/3.1c 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 not only fun for children but also a great way to nurture their creativity and problem-solving skills. In addition to the Melt and Mould Investigation Sheet, you can encourage your child to think outside the box and come up with their own unique shapes and designs.

While melting chocolate can be a fun and tasty experience, it's important to prioritize safety. Make sure to closely supervise your child while they are handling hot objects and keep any dangerous materials out of reach. If you prefer, you can use alternative methods such as the microwave to melt chocolate or even experiment with melting other materials like wax crayons or ice cubes.

Overall, this activity is a great way to spend quality time with your child while also promoting their imagination and critical thinking skills. So grab some chocolate and get ready to have some fun!

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