Asking scientific questions
Observing closely and gathering simple answers.
- Ask a question to test
- Observe and describe
- Record what happened
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Science
National Curriculum in England · Key Stage 1 · Year 1
What they will learn
Available nowWorking scientifically
Asking questions, observing and gathering answers.
Living things
Plants, animals, humans and habitats.
Plants, animals and humans
Naming and comparing living things.
- Name parts of a plant
- Group animals
- Name body parts and senses
Everyday materials
Naming, grouping and testing materials.
Everyday materials
Naming, grouping and testing materials.
- Name common materials
- Group by property
- Test which material suits a job
Seasonal change
Weather, day length and the seasons.
Seasonal change
Weather patterns and changing day length.
- Describe the four seasons
- Track daily weather
- Notice changes in day length