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Introduction

Introduction

Welcome to Stage 9 of Science. We hope this book will show you how interesting and exciting

science can be.

Science is everywhere. Everyone uses science every day. Can you think of examples of science that

you have seen or used today?

Have you ever wondered about any of these questions?

• How do scientists plan experiments to find out if their ideas are correct?
• Why do people all look different from each other, even though we all belong to the same

species?

• Why do elements react to form compounds?
• How can we increase the rate at which a reaction takes place?

• Where are stars formed?
• How can two sounds result in silence?

You will work like a scientist to find answers to these questions and more. It is good to talk about
science as you investigate and learn. You will share your ideas with classmates to help them

understand, and listen to them when you need reassurance. You will reflect on what you did and

how you did it, and ask yourself: ‘would I do things differently next time?’

You will practise new skills and techniques, check your

progress, and challenge yourself to find out more.
You will make connections between the different

sciences, and how they link to maths, English

and other subjects.

We hope you enjoy thinking and working like

a scientist.

Mary Jones, Diane Fellowes-Freeman,

Michael Smyth

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