This week, we investigated which materials would be most suitable for making a plant pot while also considering how environmentally friendly they are. As part of our learning, we explored the properties of different materials and discussed the importance of making sustainable choices.
Working in teams, we went outside to create plant pots using a range of materials, including bubble wrap, newspaper, tin foil and fabric. Before testing, we planned how we would shape and construct our pots and predicted which materials might work best.
We then carried out a series of tests to find out which pots held their shape most effectively, which materials were strong enough to hold soil, and which pots prevented water from leaking. Throughout the investigation, we carefully observed the results, listened to each other’s ideas and shared our findings with the group.
As challenges arose during the testing process, we adapted our designs and considered ways to improve them. After completing the investigation, we discussed which materials were the most practical for plant pots and evaluated their environmental impact, considering whether they could be reused, recycled or would naturally break down over time.
During this lesson, the children developed a range of Skills Builder skills, including teamwork through collaborating with others, listening by following instructions and valuing different viewpoints, planning when designing and testing their pots, adapting when changes were needed to improve their designs, and speaking when explaining their ideas, predictions and conclusions to their peers.
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