Exploring the World Through Observation

How Scientists Discover Amazing Things Year 3-4 Science Inquiry Lesson 7: The Power of Looking Carefully

What Is Science?

Think about what scientists do How do they find out new things? What tools might they use?

The Science Inquiry Process

Ask questions about the world Observe carefully using our senses Gather evidence and information Share what we discover

Scientists Use Their Senses

Time to Observe!

Work in small groups Look carefully at your mystery object Use your senses safely Record what you see and wonder

Good Observations Use Details

{"left":"The leaf is green\nThe leaf is dark green with jagged edges and feels smooth","right":"The rock is hard\nThe rock is gray with white speckles and feels rough like sandpaper"}

Why Observation Matters

Helps us notice things others might miss Leads to important questions Gives us evidence to solve problems Helps us understand our world better

Remember This

Scientists are curious observers who ask questions and look for answers in the world around them