What’s the Odd One Out?
With these Odd One Out activities, there is no right or wrong answer!
Encourage pupils to say which of the 3 different images they think is the odd one out and why. They should ask what are the similarities and differences in the images, drawing on their previous experiences and knowledge.
These Explorify resources are themed with the topic of sport, linking in with the Great Sports Share Guided Enquiry. They can be used to encourage pupils to ask their own scientific questions which can lead to an investigation.
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Go on to ask-investigate and share enquiries related to the materials of shoes or to investigate the differences between feet.
Pupils discuss the three different sports balls. They can ask their own questions, identifying, grouping and comparing different balls used in sport, and investigate how they are different.
Pupils observe and discuss three sports surfaces and discuss which is the odd one out and why. Pupils can consider creating an enquiry exploring how the different surfaces around their school or local area influence biodiversity, friction or bounceability!
Pupils discuss the three breakfasts that could be eaten by Olympic athletes. They consider the pros and cons of different options, considering which one is the odd one out.
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