Abacus Science Kit - Shelter in a Storm (Foundation, Chemical Science)

This kit includes most of the resources required to carry out the Primary Connections^® (Australian Curriculum Version 9) teaching sequence for Foundation (Chemical Science) – Shelter in a Storm. The teaching sequence is flexible and adaptable to classroom settings whilst the lessons plans, science journals, and resource sheets are free to download from the Primary Connections^® website.

Design a Shelter for a Storm

In this sequence, students participate in hands-on investigations to explore and observe the properties of different materials. They apply their knowledge and findings to design a shelter that can keep a toy dry and protected during a storm.

The teaching sequence is structured across seven lessons, with each lesson focusing on a specific topic:

• Lesson 1 - What is shelter and why do we need it?
• Lesson 2 - What is used to make shelter?
• Lesson 3 - Stiff or Bendy?
• Lesson 4 - Which frame material is best?
• Lesson 5 - Can it be torn?
• Lesson 6 - Will it let water in?
• Lesson 7 - Designing a shelter

Students can work individually, in small groups, or as a class to discuss their investigations, evaluate their findings, and reflect on their learning. This student-centred approach encourages scientific inquiry, collaboration, problem-solving, and a deeper understanding of materials and their properties.

What's Included?

In full, this product contains:

• Popsticks
• Skewers
• Aluminium Foil
• Plastic Wrap
• Baking Paper
• Tissue Paper
• Paper Cups
• Masking Tape
• Cotton Balls
• Metal Spoons
• Wooden Spoons
• Animal Counters
• Marker
• Sticky Tac
• Self-adhesive labels
• Pipe Cleaners
• Wool
• Paper Towel
• Gratnells Storage Tray

Additional Information:

• Primary Connections^® is a trademark of the Australian Academy of Science and is not affiliated with, nor does it endorse Abacus Educational Suppliers resources.
• Shelter in a Storm is a sequence title of the Australian Academy of Science. This teaching sequence links to Australian Curriculum Version 9 as tabulated below: