Exciting Entry to Science: Y6 to Y7
Exciting Entry to Science: Y6 to Y7
Items in this lesson
Exciting Entry to Science: Y6 to Y7
What do you already know about science lessons at secondary school?
Learning Objective
At the end of the lesson you will know what science is like in Year 7, take part in fun activities, and explore secondary science by thinking, moving, and working together.
Icebreaker Activity
Stand up and find someone with the same favourite animal. Introduce yourselves, then share one science fact you know.
Starter: Science Equipment Hunt
Look around the room for items used in science. In pairs, list as many as you can in 2 minutes, then share with the class.
Main Activity: Move and Match
You will receive cards with names or pictures of science equipment.
Rules
Materials Provided
Move about and find your matching half. Once paired, stand together and be ready to share your equipment’s use.
Group Discussion: What is Science?
In groups, talk about which types of science you are most excited to study in Year 7 (e.g., biology, chemistry, physics).
Quick Quiz
Stand up if you think the statement is true, sit down if it’s false: “All living things need air to survive.” (Repeat with a few fun science facts.)
Plenary: Science Target Setting
Think about one thing you want to achieve in science next year. Share your target with a partner and write it down to keep.
Write down 3 things you learned in this lesson.
Write down 2 things you want to know more about.
Ask 1 question about something you haven't quite understood yet.
