A useful example of a lesson designed to encourage pupils to consider the ways in which they learn best, raising awareness of the factors that can affect this, and helping them to take ownership of their own learning. This programme also shows how, at Key Stage 2, teachers can make a link between the science curriculum and Ready to Learn? The Experiment as it runs. At the Hills Lower School in Bedfordshire, teacher Carol Humphries adapts the KS2 lesson plan and resources linked to Ready to Learn? The Experiment, downloadable from Teachers TV. She begins her Year 4 lesson with a card sort and discussion After a vigorous session of 'brain gym', the children explore the various factors that affect their mental state. At the end of the lesson, the children come up with their own 'top tips' on how to make themselves more ready to learn. Former science teacher Matthew Tosh discusses possible alternatives to the lesson plan.

Video Series: KS2 Science
Release Date 2008