Foundation Science - Physical Sciences Unit - Australian Curriculum

In this Foundation Science unit, students explore how the way objects move depends on a variety of factors, including their size and shape. Through hands‑on investigations, guided observations and playful experimentation, students build an early understanding of physical forces and movement. The unit is aligned to the Australian Curriculum Version 9, with a separate WA Curriculum planner included for Western Australian teachers.

✨ Clear, Comprehensive Planning

The editable planner includes curriculum links, a resources‑needed column, and a simple, teacher‑friendly structure.
Both Version 9 and WA Curriculum planners are provided.

✨ Simple, Efficient Lessons

Each lesson follows a 5–6 step sequence, keeping preparation light and teaching focused. Clear instructions highlight the key learning points so you can spend more time supporting students and less time planning.

✨ Engaging, Hands‑On Learning

True to the Mrs Amy123 style, lessons are active, practical and developmentally appropriate. Students explore movement through:

• rolling, sliding and bouncing investigations
• guided experiments
• cooperative learning strategies
• small‑group and whole‑class activities

Some lessons include worksheets, while others focus on discussion, sensory exploration and real‑world examples.

✨ Assessment Made Easy

An editable A–E grading guide is included, showing what achievement looks like using two tasks from the unit. This guide aligns with the Foundation Biological Sciences Achievement Standard.

📦 What’s Included

• Editable planner (7 pages)
• WA Curriculum planner
• Resources & worksheets (25 pages)
• Editable grading guide (1 page)
• Editable learning intentions & success criteria

🎯 Curriculum Alignment

Australian Curriculum Version 9

Science Understanding

Physical Sciences:

• The way objects move depends on a variety of factors, including their size and shape (ACSSU005)

Science as a Human Endeavour

• Science involves observing, asking questions about, and describing changes in objects and events (ACSHE013)

Inquiry Skills

• Pose and respond to questions about familiar objects and events (ACSIS014)
• Participate in guided investigations and make observations using the senses (ACSIS011)
• Explore a point of view (ACHASSI022)
• Interpret data and information displayed in pictures, texts and maps (ACHASSI024)
• Engage in discussion about observations and represent ideas (ACSIS233)
• Share observations and ideas (ACSIS012)

🎯 WA Curriculum Outcomes (Planner Included)

Science Understanding

• The way objects move depends on factors including size, shape, material and the force applied (WAPSSUP1)

Inquiry Skills

• Pose questions and make predictions based on prior knowledge and shared experiences (WAPSSIQ1)
• Participate in guided and self‑initiated investigations safely (WAPSSIPL1)
• Make observations using comparison (WAPSSIPL2)
• Represent and discuss observations and identify patterns (WAPSSIPR1)
• Discuss similarities and differences between predictions and observations (WAPSSIE1)
• Share questions, predictions, observations and ideas with others (WAPSSICM1)
• Use the senses to learn about the natural and physical world and develop scientific ideas (WAPSSICL1)

→ Please note, other than where stated, this product is not editable.