Planning Primary Science

This is a practical handbook which shows how the Science Curriculum for Key Stages 1 and 2 can be covered and assessed in a manageable amount of curriculum time. It is intended for the use of primary teachers, primary headteachers and primary science co-ordinators. The book has been written to give primary teachers the knowledge, confidence and guidance to help them teach the Science Programme of Study for Key Stages 1 and 2. It begins with sections on drawing up a Science Policy and Framework, including an example of each and photocopiable planning sheets. The book also provides a sample scheme of work which teachers can use as it stands or which they can adapt to their own requirements. The scheme of work is made up of activities which cover all aspects of the strands for Key Stages 1 and 2. A bank of open-ended investigations is provided, one for each strand at each Key Stage. The book also contains advice on assessment.