Can it ever be good to slip? - Essential Experiences in Science Investigation card

The Epistemic Insight "Essential Experiences in Science" investigation card offers engagement with practical science and multidisciplinary thinking by examining the big question 'Can it ever be good to slip?' The card considers the powers, limitations and distinct nature of science by conducting an experiment to observe how objects slip down a ramp, and explores how friction is a force that controls gripping and slipping. In addition, the investigation incorporates creating the best design for a bowling alley shoe using innovation and problem-solving skills. The card aims to support the use of scientific language i.e.‘observe’ and ‘observations’ to help children to 'work scientifically' and to compare science with another discipline to appreciate that science is only one way to answer questions.