This History scheme of work video supports teachers in helping pupils understand that there are multiple ways of looking at the past and that interpretations are an essential part of historical study.
The video outlines different forms interpretations can take from written accounts and media to replicas, reconstructions, artefacts, and monuments and stresses that while not all interpretations are equally valid, each should be evaluated with care. Teachers are given strategies to help pupils consider why interpretations were created, the influences behind them, and the importance of linking evidence to conclusions.
This Science video introduces teachers to a Year 5 investigation into how temperature impacts the rate at which sugar dissolves in water. The lesson begins with a demonstration using sweets on a plate and hot water to spark curiosity before pupils plan their own fair test.
This Science video introduces teachers to an investigation where children build on their knowledge of electrical conductivity and explore thermal conductivity. Begin by demonstrating how heat travels through a material using spoons and paper clips. Attach paper clips along the spoon’s handle using petroleum jelly, then gently heat the spoon with a candle.
This Science video introduces teachers to an engaging investigation into irreversible changes, where pupils explore how combining vinegar and bicarbonate of soda produces carbon dioxide gas. In this lesson, pupils will investigate whether the quantity of vinegar affects the amount of gas produced.
This Science video introduces teachers to key safety procedures for conducting heating and burning activities in the classroom. These investigations can be highly engaging, but safety must come first. Ensure at least two adults are present during the activity to supervise pupils.
