Stage 3 NSW Science Sample Unit 2 Teaching Pack 2026

ST3-SCI-01 uses evidence to explain how scientific knowledge can be used to develop sustainable practices

ST3-PQU-01 poses questions to identify variables and conducts fair tests to gather data 

ST3-DAT-01 interprets data to support explanations and arguments

ST3-DDT-01 uses design processes to create, evaluate and modify designed solutions

ST3-DDT-02 creates, evaluates and modifies algorithms to code or control digital devices and systems

ST3-CWT-01 creates written texts to communicate understanding of scientific and technological concepts and processes

Unit Description:

This unit teaches students to examine the functions of the main organs in the digestive, respiratory, and circulatory systems and to test how circulation and respiration respond to physical activity. They investigate structural and behavioural adaptations in humans and research Australian inventions that address health or lifestyle needs. Students also explore different ways to represent data and evaluate digital systems.

• NSW Science Syllabus (2024-25) 
• Fully planned lessons structured around the explicit teaching model.
• Clear Learning Intentions and Success Criteria for every lesson.
• Hands-on activities and science experiments that promote deep critical thinking.
• STEM and inquiry-based opportunities such as craft, posters, and model-making.
• Reflection and consolidation tasks to reinforce learning.

Assessment Opportunities

• Ongoing formative and observational assessment embedded in lessons.

Engaging Digital and Print Resources

• Teaching slides that directly complement the written unit.
• Interactive elements including embedded online games, digital tasks, videos, and high-quality images.
• Student worksheets/workbook for independent tasks with answer keys.
  

File Type:

This teaching pack consists of both pdf and PowerPoint files.

The teaching slides have been made in PowerPoint but are Google Slide compatible.

Please note: These files are large. The complete file containing all 16 lessons and 4 optional activities will not open in Google Slides due to file size limitations. Individual lesson files will open in Google Slides.

To access all 16 lessons in a single file, PowerPoint is required. PowerPoint supports larger file sizes and offers greater functionality and flexibility for teaching and presentation. While Google Slides provides convenient access from any device, PowerPoint is necessary to view and use the full program as intended.

To use in Google slides you will need to:

• Upload the PPT file to your Google drive first.
• Open in Google slide
• Click file - Save as Google slide.

Please note that some formatting, font issues may occur when using in Google slides as they were designed in PowerPoint.

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Why Teachers Love It

• Aligned directly to the NSW Science Sample Unit.
• Combines explicit instruction with hands-on, inquiry-based learning.
• Includes everything from planning documents to slides, and student resources that are not only engaging, but provide visual support and cater to a range of learning styles.
• Designed to save you hours and hours (if not weeks) of preparation, so you can focus on teaching and engaging your students.