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Lesson 5: Observing over time

Exploring how temperature is measured using a thermometer, gathering data about the temperature across the four seasons and making comparisons.
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1. Recap and recall

Hand out whiteboards and pens (one each) and display the Presentation: Missing words. Ask the children to write down the missing words.

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In this unit

Assessment – Science Y1: Seasonal changesLesson 1: Wonderful weatherLesson 2: Seasonal activitiesLesson 3: How do trees change?Lesson 4: Daylight hours
Lesson 5: Observing over time
Lesson 6: Weather reports
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Maintained by: Kapow Primary teamLast update: 2 July 2026

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