Take a colourful journey through the life cycles of a dragonfly, butterfly, and ladybug with these engaging Google Slides presentations. These slide-show lessons cover the different stages from egg to adult insect so that your students will have a full understanding of the 3 life cycles. Each presentation is packed full of images and facts, as well as quiz questions. For example, did you know butterflies taste with their feet? Or that adult dragonflies have excellent eyesight? These slide shows can be used to support learning about insects and their life cycles, allowing students to compare and contrast different bugs. What’s included in the presentations: Real photos of insects at different stages of their life cycles. Editable text boxes to make adjustments for your students if needed (images and titles are not editable) Fun animations - some pages have animated elements so make sure you’re using the ‘present’ screen. Spare slides to add your own information to if needed. The file is a one page PDF. Click on each link and you will be prompted to make a copy of the presentations for your own Google Drive. In total, there are 75 slides.

Explore the stages of a carrot plant’s life cycle with this differentiated foldable sequencing activity. This cut-and-paste carrot science craft is a fun alternative to a worksheet for both KS1 and KS2. It can be used to introduce the carrot life cycle, or as a review activity. Children sequence the life cycle stages on their foldout from seed, to mature carrot. They then cut out the template and fold it. Pupils will LOVE opening their foldout to reveal the sequence of the life cycle stages inside! Use this activity to support a lesson on plant life cycles, autumn, harvest, or even as an Easter science activity. Benefits of this activity Low prep Children learn about the carrot 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), following directions, 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. The templates There are 3 black and white template options to choose from: Colour the carrot and the 4 life cycle stages, cut out, sequence and fold. Colour the carrot and the 6 life cycle stages, cut out, sequence and fold. As above but with a straight cutting edge around the carrot. Instructions for students are included, as well as US and UK paper sizes. This resource also contains a printable set of life cycle cards to sequence (6 to a page, colour, and black and white options), a life cycle poster and some fun carrot facts to discuss together.

Explore the life cycle of the bald eagle with this fun, foldable science activity. A cross between a worksheet and a craft, this hands-on resource will help pupils recall the eagle life cycle from egg, to adult bird. Use this activity for a bird life cycle or birds of prey lesson, or link it to US history (the bald eagle has been the national bird since 1782). Benefits of this activity Low prep Children learn about the eagle 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 Finished foldouts can be inserted into an interactive notebook where they can be referenced by children. What’s included? 2 foldout templates (1 with a circle around the outside, the other with a straight cutting edge), plus life cycle stages. There are 2 options for the life cycle stages - 1 with simple words, and the other with descriptions. A picture showing where to fold the template Versions for both UK and US paper sizes A teacher page of eagle life cycle facts A full-colour picture of the life cycle for reference 2 worksheet options for labeling the body parts of an eagle The PDF file is not editable.

Ribbit! This 25-slide PowerPoint presentation gives younger students a basic introduction to frogs, their features, diet, and their life cycle. This engaging lesson starter contains bright images, clear diagrams, as well as animations to help children increase their understanding of these amazing amphibians. The images are fixed in place but the text boxes allow for you to edit the content as you wish to suit the needs of your learners. A full video preview of this resource can be viewed - please check this out prior to purchase to see exactly what’s included.

A fun, foldable cut and paste activity for exploring the life cycle stages of a corn (maize) plant. Use this cross between a craft and a worksheet for a science lesson, in an interactive notebook, or for a plants, growing, harvest, or autumn topic activity. The template options There are 4 similar templates so you can select and print the one that best suits your pupils’ needs: Colour the corn and the stages of its life cycle. Match the words to the pictures, cut and fold. As above but with a straight cutting edge. Colour the corn and the stages of its life cycle. Sequence the stages, glue, and fold. There are 2 different label options for this - one with the life cycle stage names, the other with short descriptions. As above but with the straight cutting edge. Directions are provided as well as a folding guide with pictures. Key vocabulary The life cycle stage names used in this resource are seed, sprout, seedling, growing plant, flowers and mature corn. What else is included? Life cycle sequencing cards and arrows in colour and black/white. One way you could use these is to print them onto card and cut out each piece. Children could work in small groups to sequence the life cycle stages, using the arrows to link them together. Laminate for longevity. Label the corn cut and paste activity. Life cycle diagram (colour). Facts about corn page. Is this resource editable? No, this 15-page PDF resource is not editable.

Are you growing radishes in the classroom? Review or introduce the life cycle of a radish plant with this fun, foldout activity where pupils colour a template, sequence the radish life cycle stages, glue, cut and fold. Options are included for a 4 stages life cycle where the radishes are harvested for food, and a 6 stage life cycle where the plant goes on to flower and produce seed pods. The templates There are 3 template options to choose from, allowing you to differentiate for your learners. Template 1: Children colour the radish template and 4 stages of the radish life cycle from seed to harvesting. They sequence the stages on the template, glue, cut, and fold. Template 2: As above but with a straight cutting edge around the radish. Template 3: Children colour the radish template and 6 stages of the radish life cycle from seed to seed pods. They sequence the stages on the template, glue, cut, and fold. For each template, there is an option to sequence the images with the stages names, or with short descriptions. What else is included? Colour diagram of the full life cycle. Simple observation sheets to record drawings/descriptions of radishes if you are growing them in the classroom. Option to record with date, or with the day number (e.g. day 1, day 3, day 7 etc). Simple writing sheet for pupils to make notes describing what is happening at each life cycle stage (seed, seedling, growing radish, mature radish). A blank version is also included. Is this resource editable? No, this 14-page PDF isn’t editable.

Use this foldable sequencing printable to introduce or review the life cycle of a European stag beetle. This differentiated science activity can be used as part of a lesson or unit about life cycles, insects, beetles, or woodland animals. Benefits of this life cycle activity Low prep Children learn about the stag beetle 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. The templates There are 3 templates and multiple label options to choose from: Template 1: Colour the stag beetle and its 4 life cycle stages, cut out the life cycle labels, match them to the pictures, glue, and fold. As an alternative, children could write their own labels directly onto the template. Template 2: Colour the stag beetle and its 4 life cycle stages, cut out the stages and sequence them on the template, glue, and fold. There are 2 label options for this - one with the names of the stages, and the other with descriptions. Template 3: This template has 6 stages (the larval stage is broken down into 3 parts). Children colour the stag beetle and its life cycle stages (2 choices of labels), sequence the stages, cut, glue, and fold. What you need: You’ll need coloured pencils, scissors, and glue. You may find it useful to have a pre-made example for children who might require more of a visual cue for folding. Save printing costs by showing the folding instructions on a screen. This resource is a 13-page PDF. It is not editable. The zipped file contains both US and UK versions. There’s also a bonus ‘label the stag beetle’ worksheet included.

Introduce or review the life cycle of a pumpkin plant by making these fun spinner wheels. This low-prep science craft allows KS1 or lower KS2 pupils to sequence 6 life cycle stages: seed, sprout, vine, flowers, green pumpkin, and mature pumpkin. Use for an autumn or Halloween lesson, in an interactive science notebook, or for a plant life cycles activity. Options for this activity There are 3 options to choose from: so you can choose which suits your needs best: Option 1: Colour the pumpkin and life cycle stages, sequence the life cycle stages, and then assemble the spinner. Option 2: Colour version. Children colour the life cycle stages, sequence the stages, and assemble the spinner. Option 3: Use orange cards for the pumpkin. Children colour the life cycle stages, sequence the stages, and assemble the spinner. For each option, directions for pupils are included. What else is included? Life cycle diagram (colour) Full-page description poster for each life cycle stage (colour). These could be printed or displayed on a screen to introduce the life cycle to children. Word search with answers for early finishers. Words (x12) can be found across, down, and diagonally. Solution page included. US and UK versions of the PDF

Are you introducing or reviewing the process of photosynthesis in plants with your students? These foldout activities will provide a fun alternative to a worksheet, that can also be used in an interactive science notebook. What’s included in this resource? 3 differentiated templates to make a leaf-shaped foldout to show the photosynthesis equations (including a version with the chemical formulas). Directions for students, including how to fold Colour poster Information pages to introduce photosynthesis if required (2 versions) Photosynthesis vocabulary tab book for 6 words (photosynthesis, carbon dioxide, glucose, oxygen, chlorophyll, stomata). UK and US versions of the PDF Benefits of this resource Use as an introduction, review, or assessment activity. Hands-on alternative to a science worksheet Suitable for interactive notebooks Differentiated options Low-prep Is this resource editable? No, this 14-page PDF resource is not editable.

Introduce or review the life cycle of a poppy flower with this foldout sequencing activity. An engaging way to learn about plant life cycles, or to create a science link to Remembrance Day (Armistice), or ANZAC Day. Pupils colour the poppy and life cycle stages, sequence the stages, glue, cut and fold in a concertina style. They can open their poppy to reveal the life cycle stage inside. Options are included for sequencing with the stage names (e.g. seed, seedling, growing plant, buds, flowers, seed heads), or with short descriptions. Benefits of this activity Low-prep Opportunity to practice following directions and fine motor skills A hands-on alternative to a worksheet Differentiated options Use as an introduction or a review of plant life cycles What else is included? Colour life cycle poster Picture showing where to fold Set of printable cards over 2 pages to cut and use for a center/small group activity or introduction (colour and black & white). UK and US versions of the file. Is this resource editable? This 8 page PDF resource is not editable. If you have any questions before purchasing, please reach out and I’ll be happy to help.

This minibeast-themed pack is full of materials to help you quickly create a science display for your KS1 classroom. Just choose the pages you want to incorporate into your display, print and mount. Includes real photographs as well as realistic images. This fun display covers information on minibeast life cycles, body parts, types of minibeasts, and some fun facts! What’s included? ‘Minibeasts’ title over 2 pages. Print, trim, and join. Real photo posters of minibeasts that live in a pond, on plants, and in/on the soil. These are included with and without a coloured background. For posters with a white background, trim, and mount on coloured paper. Magnifiers with insect examples (x9). Print and cut out individually. 2 life cycle posters (dragonfly and butterfly) ‘Parts of an insect’ and ‘parts of a spider’ posters ‘What is a minibeast’ poster 6 minibeast fact posters (included in 2 sizes) UK and US paper sizes In total, there are 23 pages in the PDF.

A fun, foldable cut-and-paste activity for exploring the life cycle of a spider. This hands-on resource is a combination of a craft and a science worksheet that you could use for a bugs, arachnids, autumn or Halloween activity. Some teachers have even linked it to the book Charlotte’s Web. The template options There are 4 options so you can select and print the one that best suits your needs and differentiate for your class if required: Template 1: Pupils colour the template and life cycle pictures, match the word or description labels to the images, glue, cut, and fold. Template 2: As above but with an easy-cut outline around the web. Template 3: Pupils colour the template and life cycle pictures, cut out the 4 life cycle stages, and arrange them in order, glue, cut, and fold. As with templates 1 and 2, there is an option to use the stage name or short descriptions. Template 4: Same as template 3 but with an easy-cut outline around the web. Instructions for students are provided as well as a folding guide with pictures. What else is included? Additional printable pages are provided to complement the foldout activity, or to use with early finishers. Full life cycle printable page (colour) Label a spider cut and paste (colour and b/w) Compare the features of a fly and a spider (cut and paste) Spiders ‘can, have, are’ writing worksheet US and UK versions of the PDF are included. Is the file editable? No, this PDF resource is not editable.

Introduce or review the life cycle of an ant with this foldable sequencing activity and other printables. Use this resource to support a science lesson on ants, minibeasts or insect life cycles, or use alongside an ant farm in the classroom. The foldouts can also be used in an interactive science notebook. What’s included in the PDF? Foldable activity with 3 differentiated cut and paste templates to choose from. Includes full directions for students. Flash/word wall cards for the life cycle stages, included 3 and 6 words to a page. Colour and b/w options. An information page with a description of what happens at each life cycle stage. Simple colour poster of the ant life cycle stages. Label the ant body parts cut and paste activity. Compare a spider and an ant cut and paste activity. 3 ‘Take the ant through’ the maze tunnels - ideal for early finishers. Versions for UK and US paper sizes. 20 pages in total

Re-cap some of the key words/vocabulary associated with Charles Darwin’s life. Words can be found going forward, backwards, vertically and diagonally. As an extension, challenge pupils to explain the significance of each word. Includes answers. Also available: Who was Charles Darwin PowerPoint presentation Who was Charles Darwin Google Slides presentation

Do you need a fun activity for teaching life cycles that isn’t a standard worksheet? Help your pupils understand and review the life cycle of a watermelon plant with this differentiated sequencing activity. This resource is a printable PDF (11 pages). Children put the life cycle stages from watermelon seed to fruit in order on their template. They then cut and fold. The finished foldouts are ideal for an interactive science notebook. This activity could support learning around plant life cycles, plants we eat or summer fruits/healthy eating. There are 3 similar printable options so you can choose what suits your pupils best: Colour the life cycle stages and watermelon halves, cut out and sequence the life cycle stages (words only), glue, and fold. Colour the life cycle stages and watermelon halves, cut out and sequence the life cycle stages (pictures with words), glue, and fold. As above but children sequence pictures with descriptions. There is also an additional set of cards for sequencing that you can print and use for a small group activity. Instructions for students are provided, as well as both US and UK paper sizes.

Do your pupils need to practice using and making dichotomous keys? These printable science worksheets featuring pizza toppings will help them learn how to use keys, or build upon existing skills. This style of key uses couplets. Children start at the first couplet, read the pairs of statements and follow the key until they find out the name of each pizza. What’s included in this PDF: A key with 9 pizzas for pupils to identify (with answers) 3 key templates with 4 pizzas for children to write their own key questions Guidance for pupils