National Whiteboard Network 
This section provides guidance on how ICT can be used effectively to support interactive whole class teaching during Science lessons. There is a powerpoint which can be downloaded for this unit.

BBC science clip - characteristics of materials 

Science essentials 
Background notes, worksheets, images and weblinks. Also home activities so may be a good site to recommend to parents.

glaxosmithkline 
Colour poster, interactive activities. Materials database.

Songs to popular tunes about Materials 

Fossweb 
Activity that looks at wood and paper.