Autumn 1 - Uses of everyday materials

Golden Knowledge Nuggets 

• A material is what an object is made from.
• Some everyday materials are wood, plastic, glass, metal, water, and rock
• Some materials are transparent, others are opaque.
• We can change the shape of some objects by squashing, bending, twisting and stretching.

Autumn 2 - Reduce, Reuse, Recycle

Golden Knowledge Nuggets 

• Some materials can be recycled to make new objects.
• Reducing, reusing and recycling materials can help protect the environment.

Spring 1 - Living things and their habitats

Golden Knowledge Nuggets

• Some things are living, some are dead, and some have never been alive
• Most living things live in habitats that suit their needs
• Different habitats provide for the basic needs of different kinds of animals and plants
• A food chain shows how animals get their food from plants and other animals

Spring 2 - Plants

Golden Knowledge Nuggets

• Plants have seeds and bulbs which grow into mature plants. 
• Plants need water, light and a suitable temperature to grow and stay healthy.

Summer 1 - Animals including Humans

 Golden Knowledge Nuggets

• Animals, including humans, have offspring which grow into adults. 
• Animals, including humans, need water, air and food to survive.
• Humans need exercise, to eat a balanced diet and to keep clean to be healthy.

Summer 2 - Exercise

 Golden Knowledge Nuggets

• When we exercise our hearts beat faster. 
• When we exercise out bodies get warmer.
• If we exercise over time, our bodies will get stronger and healthier.