Mill Detectives: 3rd and 4th class (ages 8 to 10)

The Poddle once powered dozens of mills along its banks. This workbook explains why water power mattered, what each mill made and why the mills closed. Then children build a waterwheel and test it.

Inside (13 pages): a fact sheet on the mills of the Poddle, How does a waterwheel work?, Label the mill, Match the mill, Mills along the river, Make a waterwheel and test it (did it turn, and how fast?), Design a mill poster, The end of the mills, a word search and a quiz.

The craft needs card, a paper plate or cup, scissors and a jug of water. It links to history, science and design and technology.

A printable A4 PDF, sent to your email as soon as you pay. All the writing and artwork is original. Notes for the adult are at the front and the answer key is at the back.

One purchase covers your own family or one classroom. Please do not share or resell it.

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