06/08/ Year 2 Science Assessment

06/08/ Year 2 Science Topics Electricity Autumn 1 Changing Materials Autumn 2 Forces Spring 1 Plants and animals Spring 2 Variation Summer 1 Health and Growth Summer 2

06/08/ In Year 2 Science there is no written test, the reported result is based on observation and assessment throughout the year.

06/08/ This half term we are studying Electricity. Pictures of year 2 children making circuits

06/08/ Assessing Levels in ks1 science Levels 1 – 3 Electricity Level 1Level 2Level 3 They recognise that electricity comes from a variety of sources and can name some of these. They can compare the way in which devices work in different electrical circuits. Children: Can recognise that for a circuit to work it must be complete and their must be good connections. Represent working circuits clearly in drawings with labels and can make circuits from drawings provided. Can construct a homemade switch and bulb holder without help using everyday materials. Demonstrate that some materials placed in a circuit are conductors and others are insulators. Know that the amount of electricity depends on the size and number of batteries. Can make a circuit using more than one bulb and explain what happens.

06/08/ I can name some materials that electricity will travel or will not travel through. I can make a circuit with my own switch and bulb holder. I can say what happens to the electricity when I add more batteries. I can make a circuit using more than one bulb and describe what happens. I can recognise and explain what an electric circuit needs to work. I can say what a good connection is in an electrical circuit. I can compare the difference between an old and a new battery. I can draw a diagram of an electric circuit. I can make a simple electric circuit. I can show the dangers of electricity in my work. I can name safe sources of electricity. I can name 2 things I need to light a bulb. I can tell someone how to use electricity safely. I can name 2 things that use electricity. I can say how to turn electrical things on or off.

06/08/ How can I help my child in Science in Year 2 ? In Science, as in other subjects, children need to be able to explain their thinking. Ask them what they think about science topics and ideas. Encourage them to find out more. Do practical activities together and talk about it. Use the library. Explore Ks1 and ks2 science websites. The most important thing is talking about the world around us. Science is everywhere in every part of life! Get them to observe, think and ask questions.

06/08/ Find out more: Your Year 2 information pack explains the QCA science units and what to do to help your child. Encourage your child to use the library. There are many ks1 science websites for Primary children interested in science.