LET’S TRY ONE
Light passes through a clear sheet so objects behind it can be seen. Which property is described?
transparent
Transparent material allows light through so objects can be seen.
Learning steps & teaching tips
Use an observed property to describe a material.
- Choose the property actually described, rather than guessing from the object's name.
- Work through the example. Explain how its evidence supports the answer.
- Try a new question; use the explanation to check your thinking.
Try it together
Make one new example with a partner. Identify the evidence for your answer before checking it together.
Choose the property actually described, rather than guessing from the object's name.