Science for Kids: Early Stage 1 - Three Little Pigs Design New Dig

The video is part of an early Stage 1 Science series for kids, focusing on the material world. Through the story of the Three Little Pigs, children learn about the properties and uses of different materials like straw, sticks, and bricks. Greg helps the pigs design a new house by combining all materials, emphasizing the importance of choosing the right materials for specific needs and considering environmental impacts. The lesson concludes with a successful test against the Big Bad Wolf, highlighting teamwork and problem-solving.

What design thinking process did Greg introduce to the pigs?

How do the properties of materials affect their use in building shelters?

What are the core materials that the three little pigs used to build their houses?

Why did the first little pig choose straw for his house?

What were the advantages and disadvantages of using sticks for the second little pig's house?

What solution did Greg propose to combine the materials of the three little pigs?

What materials did Greg suggest for the walls, door, and roof of the new house?

How did the pigs test their design against the Big Bad Wolf?

What lesson did the pigs learn about planning and designing shelters?

In what ways can building shelters impact the environment?