In this series of short animated films, pupils are introduced to some key scientific concepts.
Pupils are encouraged to expand their learning with ideas for experiments and to explore further lines of scientific enquiry.
Suitable for teaching science at KS2 in England, Wales and Northern Ireland and First and Second Level in Scotland.
How are shadows made? video
What are shadows? How are they made? What factors affect their size and shape? Let鈥檚 explore shadows in more detail 鈥 and learn how to turn your shadow into a clock!
Changing environments. video
This film explains how important environments are, what factors can change the conditions of different environments and how that can affect the things living in them.
What is inheritance? video
This film explains how inheritance works in humans, animals and plants, and explores how humans use inheritance to their advantage, to produce animals and plants that are more productive.
How do ecosystems work? video
This film explains the difference between biotic and abiotic, terrestrial, freshwater and ocean water ecosystems and looks at the effect of weather.
What are air and water resistance? video
This film explains the difference between water and air resistance and demonstrates examples of how resistance plays a part in our everyday life.
Day and night. video
This film explores the difference between day and night and demonstrates how the rotation of the earth's axis contributes to making seasons such as summer and winter.
Mechanisms. video
This film explains what a mechanisms are, using examples of where they are used and how they make our lives easier.
What should I do with my rubbish? video
This film explains the impact waste is having on our planet and how we can work to reduce our rubbish to make a difference.
How to use scientific equipment. video
This film explains how we can use science equipment to develop our scientific abilities.
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Bitesize: KS2 Science
Use these Bitesize resources to set homework, independent study tasks or to consolidate learning for your pupils.
Bitesize
Use these Bitesize resources to set homework, independent study tasks or to consolidate learning for your pupils.
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