Science for One
Animals, Biodiversity & Habitats, Electricity, Energy, Forces, Light, Plants, Properties & Uses of Materials, Sound, States of Matter
Outdoor Learning, Practical Science
5-7, 7-9, 9-12
Indoor and outdoor practical science activities for one child
Science for One consists of activity sheets to support teachers with providing practical science lessons while children are sitting separately from each other. They could also be used by parents and carers working with children at home.
Each activity sheet is based around one easy to obtain resource. Activities explore different science topics and suggestions are given for three age ranges (4-7, 7-9 and 9-11 years). Each activity includes links to interesting follow-up ideas. The activities can also be done outside.
Science for One was created by PSTT Regional Mentor, Kate Redhead and PSTT Outreach Director, Ali Eley.
Activities
Forces, Properties & Uses of Materials
Plastic bottle
Outdoor Learning, Practical Science | 5-7, 7-9, 9-12
Animals, Biodiversity & Habitats, Plants, Sound
Coat-hanger
Outdoor Learning, Practical Science | 5-7, 7-9, 9-12
Animals, Energy, Light, Properties & Uses of Materials
Cup
Outdoor Learning, Practical Science | 5-7, 7-9, 9-12
Forces, Plants, Properties & Uses of Materials
Egg box
Outdoor Learning, Practical Science | 5-7, 7-9, 9-12
Animals, Plants
Playdough
Outdoor Learning, Practical Science | 5-7, 7-9, 9-12
Animals, Electricity, Energy, Light, Properties & Uses of Materials, States of Matter
Foil
Outdoor Learning, Practical Science | 5-7, 7-9, 9-12
Forces, Properties & Uses of Materials
Straw
Outdoor Learning, Practical Science | 5-7, 7-9, 9-12
Biodiversity & Habitats, Forces
Box
Outdoor Learning, Practical Science | 5-7, 7-9, 9-12
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The PSTT advises teachers to refer to either the CLEAPSS website or SSERC website for up to date health and safety information when planning practical activities for children.
The PSTT is not liable for the actions or activities of any reader or anyone else who uses the information in these resource pages or the associated classroom materials. The PSTT assumes no liability with regard to injuries or damage to property that may occur as a result of using the information contained in these resources. The PSTT recommends that a full risk assessment is carried out before undertaking in the classroom any of the practical investigations contained in the resources. Please note that the PSTT has created the Science at Work videos for children from aged 4 to 11 to watch with a parent, carer or teacher. The PSTT recommends to any adult concerned that children might be sensitive to the content of the video, that they watch it in advance of showing it to the children.
