Science and reading resources for ages ten to eleven

These resources link primary science and reading comprehension for pupils aged ten to eleven. With three activities for each targeted age range, you will be sure to find something that suits your class. Are they interested in engineering? Do you want to teach electrical circuits in a more engaging way? Or do your class have a fascination with crystals? These three activities engage the children in fascinating topics, whilst teaching the science and allowing plenty of opportunity to develop and apply reading skills.

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Electrical engineer - reading comprehension

This activity has a colourful and engaging reading page, themed around an interview with a real-life electrical engineer. The reading page is followed by targeted questions which cover a broad range of reading skills, along with some linked grammar questions, such as synonyms. Answers are also provided, making it...

Electric art - lesson pack

This activity comes with a handy teacher's guide and lesson plan, a set of easy to read instructions, aimed at probing deeper thinking in your pupils, and an informative presentation to run the activity. Learn all about safe use of electricity, the importance of complete circuits, as well as learning how to draw...

Bismuth - spectacular science

This activity comes as a presentation, aimed at using an engaging material to probe the children's thinking, reasoning and scientific talk skills. Asking questions such as: ‘How is this crystal formed?’, and ‘What causes the colours?’ It provides an opportunity to get the children thinking and talking ‘science’, by...