Earth Hour - The Ice is Melting!

Australian Curriculum content descriptions:

Year 3 Science:

• A change of state between solid and liquid can be caused by adding or removing heat (ACSSU046)
• With guidance, identify questions in familiar contexts that can be investigated scientifically and predict what might happen based on prior knowledge (ACSIS053)
• Compare results with predictions, suggesting possible reasons for findings (ACSIS215)
• Reflect on the investigation, including whether a test was fair or not (ACSIS058)

Year 4 Science:

• With guidance, identify questions in familiar contexts that can be investigated scientifically and predict what might happen based on prior knowledge (ACSIS064)
• Compare results with predictions, suggesting possible reasons for findings (ACSIS216)
• Represent and communicate ideas and findings in a variety of ways such as diagrams, physical representations and simple reports (ACSIS071)

Syllabus Outcomes: ST2-4WS, ST2-12MW. 

Time required: 60 mins

Level of teacher scaffolding: High – conduct experiment, facilitate discussion and oversee activity

General capabilities: Critical and creative thinking

Cross-curriculum priority: Sustainability OI.1

• Ice cubes
• Waterproof tray
• Plastic sheet
• Sticky tape
• Scissors
• Water
• Black marker
• Ruler long enough to fit most of the width of the tray
• Gravel (optional)
• Internet access
• Student Worksheet

This lesson has been created in partnership with WWF-Australia. Earth Hour is the world’s largest community-driven climate change campaign. At the centre of Earth Hour is switching off lights to show a commitment to taking action.

Thousands of teachers use Earth Hour’s education program to enrich their curriculum and provide pathways for young people to create change in their world.

For the most up to date Earth Hour dates, times, and events, check here.