An engaging and interactive animated video which focuses on understanding materials and their properties. Science helps us to understand fire safety and firefighters need to think scientifically and use science in their everyday roles from understanding how fires behave to making sure their equipment is always ready to go. Firefighter Alex explains how their equipment - just like everyday items - needs to be made of the right materials to keep us and them safe. The video challenges children to use scientific reasoning to think about everyday items and their properties, investigate what they are made of and consider the reasons why. The video also introduces the importance of smoke alarms, night-time routines and home fire escape plans - knowing what to do in the event of a fire is essential and could save a life.
How To Use
This video is designed to be used with the accompanying worksheets which can be found pinned below. The video can be used with children in Years 1 to 3 and the worksheets are differentiated according to the Science Curriculum programme of study for each year group. The worksheets give children the opportunity to develop their understanding of materials and their properties whilst providing the opportunity to learn the importance of a home fire escape plan.
