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My Senses: Observing the World

Use the five senses to observe and describe everyday objects and events.

Science AC9SFIS01 Australian Curriculum-aligned

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Learning Intention

Students use the five senses to observe and describe everyday objects and events.

Australian Curriculum

Supports Foundation Science learning. (AC9SFIS01)

Teacher Notes

Bring in real objects for students to touch, smell and observe during the lesson.

Skills Practised

Sensory observation
Describing using senses
Scientific inquiry basics

Help Your Child Practise My Senses

This worksheet can be used before, during or after a hands-on observation. Encourage children to look closely, listen carefully, touch safe objects, notice smells and describe what they can see, hear, feel or smell.

Try It Together

Choose two safe everyday objects.

Ask: What can you see? What can you hear? How does it feel?

Use describing words such as smooth, rough, loud, quiet, bright, soft or hard.

Compare the objects and explain one way they are similar or different.

Parent and Teacher Tip

Keep observations simple and encourage children to describe what they actually notice rather than guessing. Always avoid tasting unknown objects and use safe, familiar materials.