Properties of Materials Crossword | KS1–KS2 Science Vocabulary Activity

This Properties of Materials crossword supports pupils in learning and using key scientific vocabulary to describe and compare everyday materials. It’s a simple, low-prep activity suitable for primary science lessons, revision, homework, or fast finisher tasks.

The crossword focuses on common material properties including hard, soft, rough, smooth, flexible, rigid, waterproof, absorbent, and transparent, helping pupils practise accurate scientific language. A word bank is included to support learning, alongside a clear answer key for easy checking.

This activity works well as an introduction to material properties or as a follow-up to hands-on investigations.

**What’s included:
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• 2 Properties of Materials crossword worksheet (one with a word bank and one without)
• Colouring pictures
• Answer key

**Suitable for:
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KS1–KS2
Science units on materials and their properties
Independent work, revision, homework, or fast finishers

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