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Metal Slinky
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Helping to Support Teaching and Learning
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Traditional Style
This metal slinky features a traditional design, made from flat section tempered steel wire. It provides a classic demonstration tool for various scientific concepts.
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Demonstrates Sound Waves
Ideal for teaching sound waves, the metal slinky demonstrates wave formation. It helps children understand how sound travels through different mediums.
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Extends to 5 Metres
The fully extended metal slinky reaches 5 metres, enabling comprehensive demonstrations of wave motion and other scientific principles.
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Durable Construction
Made from tempered steel wire, the metal slinky is durable. Its robust design ensures it can withstand frequent use in educational settings.
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Supports Forces Topic
Useful for explaining forces in Year 5 science, particularly gravity, demonstrating how unsupported objects fall towards the Earth.
Metal Slinky
Traditional style slinky for demonstrating sound wave travel and formation.
Overview
Students need a way to grasp complex scientific concepts in a tangible way. The metal slinky, made from flat section tempered steel wire and extending up to five metres, is an excellent tool for this purpose. It explains sound waves, wave formation, and gravity visually, enhancing engagement and understanding.
In Year 5 science, teachers can use it to demonstrate how unsupported objects fall towards Earth due to gravitational force. Its ability to show wave motion also supports lessons on sound waves, making abstract ideas clearer.
Aligned with the UK curriculum, the metal slinky supports STEM education by providing practical applications for science experiments. Its durable construction ensures it withstands repeated use, making it a reliable addition to any science teaching toolkit.
Supports the National Curriculum
Science, Year 5, Forces
Explain that unsupported objects fall towards the Earth because of the force of gravity acting between the Earth and the falling object.
Science, Year 4, Sound
Recognise that vibrations from sounds travel through a medium to the ear.
Technical Summary
Overview
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Single
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Metal
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Suitable for 5 to 11 years
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Size and measurements
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7 cm
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