Solids, Liquids, and Gases: The Science of Materials | Explanation Writing Pack | Year 5/6

This fully resourced two-week explanation writing unit explores the three states of matter—solids, liquids, and gases—and how materials can change between them. Pupils will learn key scientific vocabulary and concepts such as melting, freezing, evaporation, and condensation while developing their ability to write clear and accurate explanation texts.

Following Rosenshine’s Principles of Instruction, the unit includes structured modelling, grammar-rich lessons, and scaffolded support to build pupil confidence in writing across the curriculum. It’s ideal for linking English and science in an engaging, purposeful way.

This pack includes:

• 10 detailed lessons with clear learning objectives and teacher modelling
• A two-page WAGOLL (model text) with annotated teacher notes
• Over 110 editable teaching slides
• 17 pupil worksheets aligned with each stage of the writing process
• Sentence stems, writing scaffolds, and success criteria
• Grammar focus: conjunctions, fronted adverbials, and expanded noun phrases
• Audio version of the WAGOLL for accessibility and EAL learners
• Dyslexia-friendly font and layout
• Quizzes, retrieval tasks, and assessment tools included

This unit supports the KS2 science curriculum topic Properties and Changes of Materials and helps pupils write with clarity, structure, and scientific accuracy. It’s perfect for whole-class teaching, guided group sessions, or independent writing assessment.

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