Hot and cold magnifying glasses
Turn your classroom into a world of discovery with these Hot & Cold Hunt Magnifying Glasses — a simple, low‑prep resource that gets children moving, talking, and thinking scientifically.
Designed for EYFS, KS1, SEN, and EAL learners, these magnifying glasses encourage children to explore their environment and identify objects that are hot or cold, building early scientific understanding through play.
Simply cut them out, laminate and go for a hunt around your school, searching for hot and cold items or even hot and cold places
Hot magnifying glass (printable cut‑out)
Cold magnifying glass (printable cut‑out)
Clear, bold designs suitable for little hands
Flexible size options for tuff trays, outdoor learning, or whole‑class hunts
Understanding the concept of temperature
Using scientific language in real contexts
Developing observation skills
Building reasoning (“This is cold because…”)
Strengthening independent exploration and confidence
