Year 4 Science | Sound | Lesson 4: Can You Hear Me?
Why can we hear some sounds better than others? In this Year 4 science lesson from our Sound unit, pupils explore how sound changes over distance. Through simple investigation and discussion, children learn how sound waves travel and why some materials or spaces affect how clearly we hear.
This practical lesson helps to develop scientific thinking and vocabulary, encouraging pupils to ask questions, make predictions, and draw conclusions from what they observe. It builds on previous sessions, deepening understanding of how sound moves through the environment.
Aligned with the Ofsted science subject report, this session supports progression through clear conceptual development and the use of precise language during enquiry.
Included in this lesson:
- ✔️ Structured teaching slides to support discussion and explanation
- ✔️ A complete lesson plan with vocabulary, misconceptions and assessment prompts
- ✔️ Differentiated pupil tasks to stretch and support understanding
- ✔️ Practical investigations for extending the learning through real-life contexts
A valuable opportunity for pupils to apply knowledge and explore how sound behaves in different spaces, making learning meaningful and memorable.
