Introduce or review the life cycle stages of a mallard duck with this foldable sequencing activity. This fun alternative to a worksheet covers 4 stages of a duck’s life cycle - egg, hatching, duckling, and adult duck. It could be used as part of a lesson on bird life cycles, alongside hatching ducks, or as part of a pond life study. The templates The activity templates are differentiated so you can use them with multiple age groups or abilities. Template 1: Colour the duck face and the stages of the duck life cycle. Cut out the template and fold. Template 2: Colour the duck face and the stages of the duck life cycle (egg, hatching, duckling, adult duck), cut out and sequence the life cycle stages, glue, cut and fold. Template 3: As above but with a straight cutting edge. Template 4: Colour the duck face and the stages of the duck life cycle, cut out and sequence the life cycle stages (with short descriptions), glue, cut and fold. Guidance for folding is supplied. Benefits of this activity -Low prep -Children learn about the duck life cycle in a fun and hands-on way, that’s a bit different from a standard science worksheet. -Can be used to introduce the life cycle, or as a review/assessment to check understanding. -Encourages fine motor/scissor skills, hand-eye coordination (folding), and sequencing. -Differentiated options allow for multiple age ranges or abilities to do the same activity. -Finished foldouts can be inserted into an interactive notebook where they can be referenced by children. -Us and UK versions are included in the file. Please note that this is not an editable resource.

Are you planning a science lesson on the life cycle of a flowering plant? Use this slide show to introduce the plant life cycle to your class, and guide them through the key stages of change and growth. It is included in both PowerPoint and Google Slides formats. This engaging presentation takes students on a journey through the stages of a flowering plant’s life cycle, from seed to adult plant. With beautiful visuals and clear explanations, this slide show is sure to captivate your pupils. Throughout the presentation, pupils will learn about the different stages of the plant life cycle, including germination, growth, and flowering. They’ll also learn in simple terms about the role of pollinators and fertilisation. You could use this resource alongside growing your own plants (especially beans) in the classroom, as part of a spring science lesson, or to support learning about plants and their life cycles. Is this resource editable? You can edit the body text on most of the slides to best suit the needs of your learners. Titles and images are fixed in position and are not editable. Preview There is a video preview that shows the full presentation so please do take a look at this before purchasing. Please note that the font used for the Google Slides version is Century Gothic (due to Google only allowing their own fonts on their platform).

Help your students recall the phases of the moon in the Southern Hemisphere in a hands-on way with this set of differentiated foldouts. The finished foldouts look great in an interactive science notebook and can be used to support learning about space, the solar system, and the Earth’s moon/lunar phases. Plus it’s a little different from a standard science worksheet! This printable activity has 4 template options (including cut and paste) for you to choose from so that you can best match the needs of your pupils: Template 1: Colour the phases of the moon, cut, glue, and fold. Template 2 (print in colour): Identify the phases of the moon, write them on the template, glue, cut, and fold. Template 3: Colour the phases of the moon, sequence them on the template, glue, cut, and fold. There are 2 label options for this template - one has the letter ‘b’ on the phases of the moon to show students which part to color black. Template 4: Colour the phases of the moon, cut and sequence them, write the names of each stage, glue, cut, and fold. The phases of the moon include the letter ‘b’ to show which part to color black. UK and US versions are included, as well as a visual guide showing how to fold. The phases of the moon in this resource are as seen in the Southern Hemisphere. Colour flashcards (2-to-a-page) are also included.

Explore the impact that plastic has on the environment with this ‘Problem with Plastic’ 27-slide PowerPoint presentation. Use this resource to support a lesson or assembly about plastic pollution for Earth Day (the theme for 2024 is planet vs plastic) or for general environmental awareness. What does the presentation cover? Properties and uses of plastic Why plastic can be a problem What we can do to help (reduce, re-use, recycle) Real-world scenarios to discuss together Is the presentation editable? The presentation is partially editable. Images and slide titles are fixed in place, but each page has an editable text box so you can make changes for your learners if needed. Suitable for both KS1 and KS2 classes. **Please note that the presentation contains an image of a seal trapped in a discarded fishing net. **

Explore the life cycle of a flamingo with this fun, folding science craft activity. Your pupils will love opening their foldout to reveal the flamingo life cycle stages inside. This cut-and-paste resource can be used to support a lesson on birds, life cycles, or flamingos. The finished foldout looks great in an interactive science notebook. This resource is a 10-page PDF with 4 similar template options to allow for differentiation: Template 1: Children colour the life cycle stages, match the words to the pictures, glue, cut and fold. Template 2: As above but with a straight cutting edge. Template 3: Children colour the life cycle stages, sequence the stages, glue, cut and fold. Option to choose simple labels or descriptions. Template 4: As above but with a straight cutting edge You’ll also find a labelled diagram of the full life cycle, a folding guide, and some fun flamingo life cycle facts to discuss together. Please note, this is not an editable resource. US and UK (A4) versions are included.

Explore the life cycle of an owl with this fun, foldable science activity. A cross between a worksheet and a craft, this hands-on resource will help pupils recall the owl life cycle from egg, to adult bird. Ideal for interactive science notebooks, projects on life cycles, owls, nocturnal animals, or even as an alternative Halloween activity. This printable could also be used alongside the Owl Babies story. The template options There are 4 similar templates to choose so that you can differentiate as required: Template 1: Children sequence 4 life cycles on the template, glue, cut, and fold. Option to sequence basic words with pictures, or pictures with descriptions. Template 2: As above, but with an easy-cut edge. Template 3: Children sequence 6 life cycles on the template, glue, cut, and fold. Option to sequence basic words with pictures, or pictures with descriptions. Template 4: As above, but with an easy-cut edge. Instructions for how to fold are also included, as well as some useful information about each stage. Please note that the templates are not editable. US and UK versions are included. The resource is 12 pages.

This foldable sequencing activity allows pupils to order the stages of making/baking gingerbread. It is designed to help develop thinking and fine motor skills. The PDF is 8 pages, including prep notes and instructions. You could add the finish foldouts to interactive notebooks, use this to support learning around The Gingerbread Man story, or as a fun Christmas activity. Pupils cut out the stages, put them in order on the template, before cutting and folding. They will love bringing the 2 halves of their gingerbread foldout together, then gently pulling it apart to show the stages inside. There are 3 similar versions included, including one with a straight cutting edge for those children who would struggle to cut around the outside of the gingerbread man. UK and US paper sizes/spelling also included, as well as a picture guide showing how to fold. The folding can be tricky for some children so you may want to make an example to reference before delivering this activity with your class. BONUS FILE: A ‘Merry Christmas’ gingerbread activity sheet is also included in the file.

Do you need a simple and easy end-of-school-year gift idea for your pupils? This cute ocean themed printable with an original poem can be given to your class at the end of term, to remind them of your time together. There are 4 options within the PDF: Full-page poem with black text Full-page poem with coloured text The same poem arranged 2-to-a-page with black text As above (2 to a page) but with colored text Print on white card, and trim if required. Colours may vary slightly from what you see on the screen due to screen/printer settings. You could pair this printable with an ocean-themed gift for kids (e.g. pencil, candy, key ring). The PDF is not editable. A4 and US letter size files included.

Why are flamingos pink? How many eggs do they lay? Explore the life cycle of a flamingo with this 14-slide PowerPoint presentation, suitable for Key Stage 2. The presentation covers the egg stage, the growth of the chick and features of an adult flamingo. With interesting facts and real images, your pupils will get to know the flamingo life cycle in an engaging way. Use to support a lesson on birds, the life cycle of a bird, habitats or exotic animals. You can see a full preview of the PowerPoint to decide if this resource is right for you. Any purchased download will not have a watermark.

A simple science craft activity to introduce or review the life cycle of a bat. Once the foldout is complete, the 2 halves of the bat are brought together, then are gently pulled apart to reveal the inside. Use this hands-on alternative to a worksheet to support a lesson on mammals, life cycles, nocturnal animals or bats. You could also use it as a Halloween activity or in an interactive science notebook. Print out a template for each child. You can use paper or card (paper is easier to fold but card is more robust). There are 3 templates to choose from Colour, cut and fold. Colour, sequence the descriptions of the bat life cycle, glue, cut and fold. Colour, sequence the stages (with descriptions) of the bat life cycle, glue, cut and fold. You’ll need coloured pencils and scissors. Glue is required if you are using the cut and stick options. You may find it useful to have a pre-made example for children who might require more of a visual cue for the folding. Save printing costs by showing the folding instructions on a screen. This resource is a 7 page PDF and is not editable. US and UK versions included.

A lapbook is a fun, hands-on way of consolidating children’s research. This shark lapbook project has 7 templates and can be used for a shark week, marine science lessons or to support units on ocean animals, fish, or habitats. Choose the foldable components that best suit your learners, and the size of the lapbook they are creating. Some of the activities will require pupils to do some of their own basic research. You can see a resource preview on YouTube here. The template options included in this lapbook resource are: Cover page Food chain foldable activity Shark adjective petal foldable activity Lift the flap shark facts Examples of sharks (pocket with cards) ‘Spotlight on’ shark fact file Great white life cycle foldable activity Label the shark body parts What else is included? Pictures showing how to fold the components Teacher notes Versions with US and UK paper sizes/spelling

Explore the stages of the salmon life cycle with this fun foldable activity. A fun alternative to a worksheet that can be used to support learning around habitats, life cycles or fish. There are 3 similar cut-and-paste templates to choose from so you can pick one that best matches your pupils’ needs: Template 1: Colour the template and life cycle stages, match the labels to the pictures, glue, cut, and fold. As an alternative, pupils could write the life cycle stages directly onto the template. Template 2: Colour the template and life cycle stages, arrange the stages in order on the template, glue, cut and fold. Template 3: Larger template. This option has the life cycle stages as simple words, and also with descriptions. In addition, this resource also contains cards for a life cycle of a salmon word wall. There are 12 words included (3 to a page) with and without a description. The words are: eggs eyed eggs mature eggs alevin yolk sac fry parr smolt adult salmon spawning migration redd For early finishers, there is a salmon life cycle word search with 10 words to find. US and UK versions are included. Please note this 20 page resource is not editable. Benefits of this activity Low prep Children learn about the salmon life cycle in a fun and hands-on way, that’s a bit different from a standard science worksheet. Can be used to introduce the life cycle, or as a review/assessment to check understanding. Encourages fine motor/scissor skills, hand-eye coordination (folding), and sequencing. Differentiated options allow for multiple age ranges or abilities to do the same activity. Finished foldouts can be inserted into a science notebook where they can be referenced by children.

If you are introducing food chains to your KS1 pupils, this engaging slide show will walk them through some simple examples. Full of realistic images and real photos, this resource can be used as part of a food chains lesson with your whole class. It is included as both a Google Slides presentation, and as a PowerPoint. You can see a full video preview before purchase to ensure it is suitable for your learners. What’s included in the presentation 27 widescreen slides introducing students to food chains. It covers basic concepts including producers and consumers, and movement of energy. Editable text boxes to make adjustments for your pupils if needed (images and titles are not editable). Fun animations - the arrows in the different food chains are animated to really help children grasp the direction they point in. 2 spare slides to add your own information to if needed.

Explore the life cycle of a holly tree with this fun, foldable sequencing activity. Ideal for festive or Christmas science lessons, this hands-on plant life cycle resource is a cross between a craft and a worksheet. This festive 9-page PDF resource contains differentiated options, making it suitable for different ages (at KS1 or KS2) or abilities: Option 1: Children sequence the life cycle stages using pictures and simple words. Option 2: As above but with a straight cutting edge around the holly leaves. Option 3: Children sequence the life cycle stages using pictures with short descriptions. Option 4: The same as option 3 but with a straight cutting edge around the holly leaves. A picture guide showing where to fold is included, as well as a colour poster of the full life cycle. You’ll also find a page of holly tree facts that you can share with children as they complete the activity. Versions for A4 and US letter size paper are included.

Introduce or review the stages of a solar eclipse in a hands-on way with this foldable sequencing activity. This fun cross between a craft and a science worksheet has options for annular and total solar eclipses. Use this resource to prepare for watching an eclipse, or as part of a space or solar system unit. Completed foldouts can be inserted into an interactive science notebook for future reference. There are differentiated templates so you can choose the options that best suit your students: Template 1: Colour the sun and stages of an annular solar eclipse, match the pictures to the stage names, glue, cut out the template and fold. Letters indicate which is the Sun/Moon. Template 2: Colour the sun and stages of an annular solar eclipse, arrange the stages in order, glue, cut out the template and fold. Template 3: Colour the sun and stages of a total solar eclipse, match the pictures to the stage names, glue, cut out the template and fold. Letters indicate which is the Sun/Moon. Template 4: Colour the sun and stages of a total solar eclipse, arrange the stages in order, glue, cut out the template and fold. For templates 2 and 4, there is the option to sequence the stages with the names or with short descriptions. Also included: Stage names volcabulary cards (in colour) for both eclipses. Versions for UK and US paper sizes Folding guide Please note, this resource is not editable.