Engaging Science primary science scheme of work

The Engaging Science primary science scheme of work is based on the principles that:

Science is best taught through practical sessions and investigation
Pupils should be encouraged to think both scientifically and creatively
Curiosity, wonder, humour and even disgust are emotions that build engagement in science
Science should take advantage of the many opportunities the outdoor environment offers to learn science in context
The teaching of science should be rigorous and ensure that pupils of all abilities make progress
Assessment in science should be based on what pupils demonstrate they can do in lessons rather than on tests.

The scheme contains

Detailed, differentiated lesson plans to support non-specialist teachers
Step by step instructions for many practical activities
Optional environmental topics that make good use of the outdoor environment
Resources for teaching
An assessment system to help teachers track progress
“Points to Ponder”, philosophical questions based on the units that encourage thinking and discussion
Links to online videos that help pupils’ understanding and broaden their experience
Strong literacy, numeracy links
Effective use of information technology including the new requirement on the use of data loggers

The Engaging Science scheme meets the needs of the 2014 National Curriculum and was developed with support fromBalsall Common Primary School, Chapel Fields Junior School, Cranmore Infant School, Kineton Green Primary School, Saint Alphege Infant School, Saint Patrick’s CofE Primary Academy and Streetsbrook Infant and Nursery School.

Cost

The scheme costs £75 for Key Stage 1, £75 for Year 3 and Year 4 and £75 for Year 5 and Year 6. If you do not wish to purchase the whole scheme, individual units are also be available to download.

Sample screenshots:

	Points to Ponder	Detailed Lesson Plans
	Engagement through disgust	Differentiated outcomes