Year 2 · Science
Performing Simple Tests
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Focus on how to plan a fair test in science. Open support for “Identify an Aim, Prediction, Measurement or Variable”, then explain the idea in your own words.
Year 2 learners practise how to plan a fair test in science.
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- Identify an Aim, Prediction, Measurement or Variable — support from Twinkl
- Learn How to Make Investigations Fair — support from Twinkl
- Learn Some Key Terms Used in Investigations — support from Twinkl
- Plan a Simple Investigation — support from Twinkl
- Understand How to Conduct an Experiment — support from Twinkl
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Comparative and Fair Testing KS1 Science Concept Video
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BBC Bitesize: Working Scientifically KS1
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Science Investigation Planning Sheets
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Will It Float or Sink? KS1 Science Experiment
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