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.

A simple craft activity to introduce or review the life cycle of a pumpkin plant from seed to flower and fruit. Ideal for a plants, growth, autumn or life cycles topic or even for Halloween. Once the foldout is complete, the 2 halves of the pumpkin are brought together, then gently pulled apart to reveal the inside. Benefits of this activity Low prep Children learn about the pumpkin 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. The templates There are 4 template options to choose from: Colour the pumpkin life cycle stages, match the words to the pictures, cut out, glue and fold. Colour the pumpkin life cycle stages, cut out the stages and sequence them, glue and fold. As above but with a straight cutting edge. Colour the life cycle stages and pumpkin halves, sequence the stages, glue, and fold. There are 2 label options for this - one has pictures with words, the other with short descriptions. 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 the folding. 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 pumpkin parts cut and paste activity (colour and b/w option). Life cycle diagram (colour). This resource is an 14 page PDF. It is not editable. UK and US versions of the files are 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

Introduce or review the stages of carving a pumpkin or making a jack o’lantern with this fun, foldout activity. A mix of craft and worksheet, this low-prep activity can be for learning about pumpkins at upper KS1 or lower KS2, or to practice sequencing or writing directions. The templates There are 4 template options to allow for differentiation. Choose from cut and paste, or writing directions. Template 1: Colour the 4 images, sequence them in order on the template (first, next, then, last), cut around the template and jack o’lantern, glue, and fold. Template: As above but with 6 stages to sequence. Template 3: Colour the 4 images, write the directions for each stage of carving a pumpkin on the template, cut around the template and jack o’lantern, glue, and fold. Template 4: As above but with 6 stages. Each template also has an easy-cut jack o’lantern with a straight cutting edge (rectangle around the pumpkin) for less confident cutters. Benefits of this activity Hands-on and low-prep Opportunity to practice following directions and fine motor skills A FUN alternative to a worksheet Differentiated options Suitable for interactive notebooks Is this resource editable? No, this PDF resource is not editable.

Introduce or review the life cycle of a Christmas tree by making these fun, festive spinner wheels. Children cut and sequence 4 life cycle stages (seed, sapling, tree, and seed cone), before assembling their spinner. A hands-on alternative to a worksheet for Christmas science. The template The template is included in black & white and in colour. Each student will need 2 printed pages (one with the lower part of the template, and one with the life cycle stages and top part of the template). What else is included? Colour life cycle poster Page of life cycle cards and arrow to cut out and sequence (colour and b/w). Is this resource editable? No, this 7-page PDF resource is not editable.

Every child is unique and special. Help build their self-confidence and self-esteem with this foldout activity, where pupils reflect on what makes them proud to be themselves. Use this fun alternative to a worksheet as part of a self-esteem or an upper KS1/lower KS2 PSHE lesson that will leave kids glowing with self-love and confidence. This printable activity has 14 face templates with different hairstyles (and a girl wearing a hijab). Each is included with and without a rectangle outline to make the activity more accessible for those children who might struggle to cut around the outside of their template. Pupils start by colouring their template to look like them. Each template asks children to fill in the following with words and pictures: -3 positive words that describe me (there is a word bank to help with this one). -I am good at… -I feel proud when I… -I am a good friend because… These prompts are not editable. Print the templates you need on paper or card. Make sure you have lots of coloured pencils, particularly in skin tones. Pupils will need scissors but glue/tape are not required. A folding guide is included. You’ll also find separate files with US and UK paper sizes/spelling.

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.

Are you looking for a fun and interactive addition to your food chains topic that’s different from a standard worksheet? This science food chains craft project activity is hands-on, with different animal templates to choose from. Ideal for a KS1 lesson on ecosystems, feeding relationships, or habitats. The templates This resource has templates for 4 food chains (lion, grizzly bear, shark and snake). Each template, excluding the snake, has 2 similar designs (one for easy cutting) and all have 2 label options (one set includes the words ‘producer’ and ‘consumer’). Just choose the template(s) that works best for your children. Lion: 3-stage food chains (grass, zebra, lion) Shark: 4-stage food chain (seaweed, fish, seal, shark) Bear: 4-stage food chain (algae, shrimp, salmon, grizzly bear) Snake: 4-stage food chain (leaf, snail, frog, snake) Children colour the animal template and food chains stages, sequence the stages, glue, cut and fold. Once folded, pupils can hide their food chain by bringing the 2 halves of the template together, then gently pull apart to reveal the inside. Extension activity A blank tiger template for a food chain with 3 stages is included. Students can use this to draw/write a food chain. Some basic research is required for this. How much prep is required? There is minimal prep required. Print the designs you plan to use on A4 paper. Pupils need coloured pencils, scissors, and glue. Directions showing where to fold are included (you may wish to make an example beforehand for those who might find folding tricky). There is a version for both US and UK spelling/paper size. Is this resource editable? No, this resource is not editable.