Year 2

We discussed and experimented with different materials, investigating their properties to decide what they would be used for effectively. We looked at how they have changed a lot over time, especially since the Great Fire of London and how these changes have been positive and negative. The children were able to use their knowledge to make comments about this.

'Bricks are strong and hard so that our houses can be strong. But in 1666, houses were weaker and fire can spread more easily.'

'Harry Brearley invented stainless steel which makes it last longer so this is positive. However, it costs more so some people cannot afford it.' 

'Cloths and towels are absorbent because they need to take in water when we use them.'