What should we make Red Riding Hood’s coat out of?

Today we investigated the best material to make Little Red Riding Hood’s coat out of.

The children predicted which would be the best material and why. We then tested the materials. We had to wait to see if the water would wet Red Riding Hood hiding in the cup. She got wet several times! We watched very closely.

Finally we agreed that plastic would be best. We learnt the word waterproof and had a look at our own waterproofs, coats and wellies.

The challenge will now be to make a coat for Red Riding Hood that won’t tear and will keep her dry.