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Y3/4 (A): Lesson 2: Rocks: Physical properties

Testing the physical properties of rocks and linking these to their uses. This lesson is part of the mixed-age scheme.
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1. Recap and recall

Display the Presentation: Rock classification key, arrange the children in groups of three and hand out a whiteboard and pen to each group. Demonstrate how to use the key to identify the first rock on the left (pumice) by answering the questions and following the 'yes' or 'no' path.

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Assessment – Science Y3/4 (A): Rocks and soilY3/4 (A): Lesson 1: Rocks: Appearance
Y3/4 (A): Lesson 2: Rocks: Physical properties
Y3/4 (A): Lesson 3: Fossil formationY3/4 (A): Lesson 4: Fossils and palaeontologyY3/4 (A): Lesson 5: Soil formationY3/4 (A): Lesson 6: Soil layers and earthworms
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