Do you want to teach your KS2 students about the amazing diversity of animals and their characteristics? Do you want to help them compare and contrast different animal groups, including humans, using interactive and creative activities? If so, this fantastic science lesson is ideal for you!
This resource includes a comprehensive lesson plan, a stunning powerpoint and a variety of activity sheets to support your teaching. In this lesson, your students will:
★ Learn about the six main animal groups (amphibians, reptiles, mammals, fish, birds and insects) and give examples of each.
★ Sort animals into different groups based on their characteristics, such as skin, legs, wings, etc.
★ Explain how animals are similar and different from each other and from humans, and how these characteristics help them survive and adapt.
★ Create a mind map of their current knowledge of animals and their characteristics, using words and images.
★ Read some fascinating facts about animal characteristics and share them in the plenary.
This resource is designed to meet the National Curriculum objectives for science at Key Stage 2, and to develop your students’ curiosity and fascination about the natural world.
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Tags: KS2, Key Stage 2, Science, Animal Characteristics, Animal Groups, Animal Classification, Animal Facts, Animal Similarities and Differences, Animal Adaptation, Animal Survival, Animal Features, Animal Behaviour, Education.
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