Science - Fair Testing

We have been having fun this term conducting a variety of science experiments under the big idea of 'Fairness'.  Our focus has been to ensure that our students understand that keeping all of the elements of a test 'fair' are important to have an accurate test.
These are the following tests we have completed:

• Which liquid helps to grow grass the fastest?
• Which nappy is the most absorbent? (to help Mrs Gunn  know which to purchase for her new baby when she goes on maternity leave!)
• Which liquid is the most corrosive for teeth?
• Float and sinking, which material is best to make a boat out of?
• Paper towel absorbency test

Our goal is to give students the skills and strategies so they can conduct their own fair test so we can have a mini science fair here at school.

Here are some photos of our experiments so far:

Here is a link to our planning for this unit:

Science Fair Testing Unit Plan Links to the RTC:
6. conceptualise, plan and implement an appropriate learning programme
ii. through their planning and teaching, demonstrate their knowledge and understanding of relevant content, disciplines and curriculum documents