Key Stage 2 (KS2) Science focuses on expanding children's scientific view of the world through rational enquiry, observation, and experimentation.
Functions of roots, stems, leaves, and flowers; requirements for life and growth (light, water, nutrients); seed formation and dispersal.
PLANTS (EASY)
PLANTS (MEDIUM)
PLANTS (HARD)
Nutrition requirements in humans and animals; function and structure of the human skeleton; how muscles enable movement and support.
Animals, Including Humans (EASY)
Animals, Including Humans (MEDIUM)
Animals, Including Humans (HARD)
Comparing and grouping rocks based on appearance and physical properties; simple fossil formation processes; composition of soils from rock and organic matter.
Rocks & Soils (EASY)
Rocks & Soils (MEDIUM)
Rocks & Soils (HARD)
Light sources and dark as the absence of light; light reflection from different surfaces; shadow formation and factors affecting shadow size.
Light & Shadows (EASY)
Light & Shadows (MEDIUM)
Light & Shadows (HARD)
Measurement
Magnetic vs. non-magnetic forces; how magnetic forces act at a distance; magnetic poles, attraction, repulsion, and practical uses.
Forces & Magnets (EASY)
Forces & Magnets (MEDIUM)
Forces & Magnets (HARD)
Measurement
Setting up simple practical tests; using simple equipment (magnifying glasses, measuring tapes) to make systematic observations; recording findings using simple tables and charts.
Year 3 Working Scientifically (EASY)
Year 3 Working Scientifically (MEDIUM)
Year 3 Working Scientifically (HARD)
Measurement
