Materials - Materials Sorting Cards

The lesson introduces a range of materials commonly encountered in everyday life, which are presented to the students through a set of sorting cards. These cards feature various substances that can be categorized according to their properties and uses. The materials listed include 'Rock', 'Metal', 'Paper/Card', 'Wood', 'Rubber', 'Plastic', 'Glass', 'Ceramic', 'Cloth', and an 'Other' category for materials that do not neatly fit into the aforementioned classifications. This variety allows students to explore and understand the diversity of materials around them.

During the activity, students are encouraged to sort these materials based on certain criteria, such as their texture, durability, or recyclability. 'Rock' and 'Metal' may be grouped together for their hard and durable nature, while 'Paper/Card' and 'Wood' could be associated with their origin from trees. 'Rubber' and 'Plastic' might be categorized by their synthetic composition and elasticity, whereas 'Glass' and 'Ceramic' share properties like brittleness and being non-porous. 'Cloth' stands out for its fibrous and flexible characteristics, and the 'Other' category invites students to think critically about materials that defy simple classification. This sorting exercise not only aids in the recognition of different materials but also in the understanding of their various applications and environmental implications.