Are you looking for curriculum-aligned Physical Sciences investigations that are fun, low-prep and educational? You need our Physical Sciences Investigations teacher resource!

Each one-page investigation includes an example inquiry question, a list of easy-to-find-equipment, a simple procedure and bonus ideas. The investigations are based on the following inquiry questions:

1. Which shaped object will roll the best?
2. What material will bounce the most?
3. How do forces affect an object’s motion?
4. Can an object increase the impact of a force?
5. Will a bucket’s lining affect the echo it makes?

This set of five purposeful templates have been designed to align with the V9 Physical Sciences Australian Curriculum. In addition to developing their science understanding, each investigation provides opportunities for students to apply scientific inquiry skills, including posing questions, making predictions, following a procedure, making observations and reflecting upon results.