Oracy in Science: Texture Tray

Support all four strands of oracy - physical, linguistic, cognitive and social-emotional—through this hands-on sensory science activity.

Children aged 3–5 explore different textures with their eyes closed, then describe, compare, and guess what each object might be. Prompts help them develop vocabulary, practise reasoning and listen carefully to others.

Linked to EYFS and Birth to 5 Matters, this resource is perfect for discovery tables, small groups, or circle time. Easy to set up and fun to play, it makes science talk-rich by combining sensory exploration with playful language learning.