KS1 Materials: Properties Flashcards

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About this resource

4 science cards for Year 1 practice, with clear prompts, explanations and adult checks.

Format: Flashcard Deck
Subject: Science
Level: Key Stage 1
Typical time: 15 minutes

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Invite the learner to restate the task in their own words. They can underline key information, separate a complex problem into smaller steps, design a show, arrange evidence, compose a sentence or describe a planned method. Ask why their method fits and whether another method could work. When progress stops, provide a carefully scaled hint: state again the goal, point towards a related example, reduce the choice, then show only the next step. Return responsibility immediately afterwards. Spoken reasoning reveals misconceptions and practises clear subject language.

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Card 1: Wood A cut wooden log with rings visible at one end. Name an object that can be made from wood.: Answer and guidance: A chair, door or pencil casing. Wood comes from trees. Many wooden objects are hard and stiff, though a thin piece may bend. Try together: Describe a safe wooden object. Adult check: Accept an observed property and distinguish the object from its material.
Card 2: Metal A metal spoon. Name an object that can be made from metal.: Answer and guidance: A spoon, key or saucepan. A metal spoon is usually hard. Some metal objects are shiny; thin metal foil can bend. Try together: Why is metal useful for a saucepan’s base? Adult check: Adult explanation: metal transfers heat to the food. Do not test with a hot pan.
Card 3: Glass A clear glass jar. What does transparent mean?: Answer and guidance: You can see through it. Clear glass is transparent. Other glass may be coloured or frosted. Glass can break and form sharp pieces. Try together: Why is clear material useful in a window? Adult check: It lets light through and lets us see outside. Discuss a window safely; do not handle loose glass.
Card 4: Rubber A rubber wellington boot. Which useful property helps a wellington boot keep water out?: Answer and guidance: Waterproof Rubber does not let water pass through it easily. Many rubber objects can bend or stretch and return towards their shape. Try together: Name another object that can contain rubber. Adult check: A tyre or an eraser. Do not stretch bands towards faces; no handling experiment is needed.

What you’ll learn

Use this Flashcard Deck to practise and consolidate Science knowledge and skills at Key Stage 1. Return to it as often as your access allows to build confidence and fluency.

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4 science cards for Year 1 practice, with clear prompts, explanations and adult checks.

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