--- title: "Blog by Tag: Science" url: "https://maryhoward.staffs.sch.uk/blog/tag/science" school: "Mary Howard CE Primary School" --- # Blog by Tag: Science [![Image of Science: Solids, Liquids and Gases - what do we know?](https://files.schudio.com/mary-howard-cofe-primary-school/imagecache/1440x880c/blog/F66EBDBC-14CF-41D8-BB2A-750B7B4B3816.jpeg)](https://maryhoward.staffs.sch.uk/blog/2026-11-09-08-41-science-solids-liquids-and-gases-what-do-we-know) 9 November 2026 #### [Science: Solids, Liquids and Gases - what do we know?](https://maryhoward.staffs.sch.uk/blog/2026-11-09-08-41-science-solids-liquids-and-gases-what-do-we-know) This week in science, Willow explored the properties of solids, liquids and gases exploring how they move when poured. {gallery-carousel:Science: Solids, Liquids and Gases - what do we know?} [Continue reading](https://maryhoward.staffs.sch.uk/blog/2026-11-09-08-41-science-solids-liquids-and-gases-what-do-we-know) [![Image of Solutions](https://files.schudio.com/mary-howard-cofe-primary-school/imagecache/1440x880c/blog/7D817E8F-2445-4588-95E9-FD4B25C58E3E.jpeg)](https://maryhoward.staffs.sch.uk/blog/2026-10-22-15-34-solutions) 22 October 2026 #### [Solutions](https://maryhoward.staffs.sch.uk/blog/2026-10-22-15-34-solutions) Oak Class learned how to identify a solution in science. The children mixed solutes into solvents and observed the changes that occurred! [Continue reading](https://maryhoward.staffs.sch.uk/blog/2026-10-22-15-34-solutions) [![Image of Water filters](https://files.schudio.com/mary-howard-cofe-primary-school/imagecache/1440x880c/blog/8ABAD2E7-F8BE-4CAF-81D4-094528EF00FB.jpeg)](https://maryhoward.staffs.sch.uk/blog/2026-10-15-14-23-water-filters) 15 October 2026 #### [Water filters](https://maryhoward.staffs.sch.uk/blog/2026-10-15-14-23-water-filters) Oak Class learned about the process of filtering by building their own water filters using six layers of materials! [Continue reading](https://maryhoward.staffs.sch.uk/blog/2026-10-15-14-23-water-filters) [![Image of Science - Willow discover fossils!](https://files.schudio.com/mary-howard-cofe-primary-school/imagecache/1440x880c/blog/IMG_0234.jpeg)](https://maryhoward.staffs.sch.uk/blog/2026-09-29-15-07-science-willow-discover-fossils) 29 September 2026 #### [Science - Willow discover fossils!](https://maryhoward.staffs.sch.uk/blog/2026-09-29-15-07-science-willow-discover-fossils) This week in science, Willow learnt how fossils are formed through an experiment with bread. Following this, the children demonstrated their oracy and team work skills whilst being news presenters! [Continue reading](https://maryhoward.staffs.sch.uk/blog/2026-09-29-15-07-science-willow-discover-fossils) [![Image of Introduction to plants](https://files.schudio.com/mary-howard-cofe-primary-school/imagecache/1440x880c/blog/67EC1181-42AE-4A3C-95A1-B701C89C37DC.jpeg)](https://maryhoward.staffs.sch.uk/blog/2026-09-21-18-25-introduction-to-plants) 21 September 2026 #### [Introduction to plants](https://maryhoward.staffs.sch.uk/blog/2026-09-21-18-25-introduction-to-plants) We have been busy investigating plants in our school grounds! Year 1 created their own labelled diagrams and Reception made some collage flowers. They were able to identify roots, stem, leaves and flowers. [Continue reading](https://maryhoward.staffs.sch.uk/blog/2026-09-21-18-25-introduction-to-plants) [![Image of Modelling Natural Selection](https://files.schudio.com/mary-howard-cofe-primary-school/imagecache/1440x880c/blog/E04844B2-D9BF-447D-A909-0259B885257C.jpeg)](https://maryhoward.staffs.sch.uk/blog/2026-07-07-09-07-modelling-natural-selection) 7 July 2026 #### [Modelling Natural Selection](https://maryhoward.staffs.sch.uk/blog/2026-07-07-09-07-modelling-natural-selection) In Science, Oak Class learned how Darwin observed variations amongst Galápagos finches. We learned that the population of the birds varied depending on the shape and size of their beaks. The children then conducted an investigation and modelled this natural selection, ensuring that the test… [Continue reading](https://maryhoward.staffs.sch.uk/blog/2026-07-07-09-07-modelling-natural-selection) [![Image of Adapted Organisms](https://files.schudio.com/mary-howard-cofe-primary-school/imagecache/1440x880c/blog/4BCCF2AF-0355-470A-873C-82A1DE72DA99.jpeg)](https://maryhoward.staffs.sch.uk/blog/2026-06-26-10-35-adapted-organisms) 26 June 2026 #### [Adapted Organisms](https://maryhoward.staffs.sch.uk/blog/2026-06-26-10-35-adapted-organisms) Oak Class learned about the adaptations that different species have developed in order to survive in their habitats. We compared similarities and differences and noticed that some species (albeit living in contrasting environments) possess the same characteristics to aid survival! The children… [Continue reading](https://maryhoward.staffs.sch.uk/blog/2026-06-26-10-35-adapted-organisms) [![Image of Natural materials ](https://files.schudio.com/mary-howard-cofe-primary-school/imagecache/1440x880c/blog/A7BE4C53-A194-4F55-95D3-9420844F2077.jpeg)](https://maryhoward.staffs.sch.uk/blog/2026-06-19-08-13-natural-materials) 19 June 2026 #### [Natural materials ](https://maryhoward.staffs.sch.uk/blog/2026-06-19-08-13-natural-materials) We worked in teams to collect natural materials in the playground to create some simple animal shelters. We used twigs, sticks, stones and leaves and shared our ideas for a strong structure. [Continue reading](https://maryhoward.staffs.sch.uk/blog/2026-06-19-08-13-natural-materials) [![Image of Is The Gingerbread Man waterproof? ](https://files.schudio.com/mary-howard-cofe-primary-school/imagecache/1440x880c/blog/8D80A359-4A1F-4F98-B85D-0D97BB76B168.jpeg)](https://maryhoward.staffs.sch.uk/blog/2026-06-11-08-26-is-the-gingerbread-man-waterproof) 11 June 2026 #### [Is The Gingerbread Man waterproof? ](https://maryhoward.staffs.sch.uk/blog/2026-06-11-08-26-is-the-gingerbread-man-waterproof) We are completing science experiments this half term with a story focus and to revise our knowledge from the year. We used our observation skills over five minutes to watch changes when The Gingerbread Man got wet! He was very soggy and had absorbed lots of water! [Continue reading](https://maryhoward.staffs.sch.uk/blog/2026-06-11-08-26-is-the-gingerbread-man-waterproof) [![Image of Variation](https://files.schudio.com/mary-howard-cofe-primary-school/imagecache/1440x880c/blog/19E9A461-A3B4-4F86-A0DE-53F1CE1B5965.jpeg)](https://maryhoward.staffs.sch.uk/blog/2026-06-05-12-02-variation) 5 June 2026 #### [Variation](https://maryhoward.staffs.sch.uk/blog/2026-06-05-12-02-variation) Oak Class learned about inherited variation and environmental variation. The children identified similarities and variation between species and considered what can cause such differences. We also learned about Charles Darwin’s research on the Galápagos Islands and his discovery of variation… [Continue reading](https://maryhoward.staffs.sch.uk/blog/2026-06-05-12-02-variation) [![Image of Science questions and investigations ](https://files.schudio.com/mary-howard-cofe-primary-school/imagecache/1440x880c/blog/32FDDC52-847D-4FA6-9190-E44B8431ADD8.jpeg)](https://maryhoward.staffs.sch.uk/blog/2026-05-06-18-56-science-questions-and-investigations) 6 May 2026 #### [Science questions and investigations ](https://maryhoward.staffs.sch.uk/blog/2026-05-06-18-56-science-questions-and-investigations) Our question was “Do woodlice like damp or dry places?” We carefully observed them over time and our predictions were correct! The woodlice moved quickly to the damp side of the dish where the paper was wet. We linked this back to their microhabitats and where they like to live. We also found out… [Continue reading](https://maryhoward.staffs.sch.uk/blog/2026-05-06-18-56-science-questions-and-investigations) [![Image of Our visit to Rosliston Forestry Centre](https://files.schudio.com/mary-howard-cofe-primary-school/imagecache/1440x880c/blog/5F7C41F3-21AF-4698-862E-B16DE83553F9.jpeg)](https://maryhoward.staffs.sch.uk/blog/2026-04-23-16-24-our-visit-to-rosliston-forestry-centre) 23 April 2026 #### [Our visit to Rosliston Forestry Centre](https://maryhoward.staffs.sch.uk/blog/2026-04-23-16-24-our-visit-to-rosliston-forestry-centre) We had an amazing day full of learning at Rosliston! We were nature detectives and went to a variety of different habitats around the centre looking for minibeasts! We used nets, brushes and magnifiers to spot them and record our findings. 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