P5 Science: Digestion

Linking to the topics animals including humans and body systems and cells, this is an exciting lesson for P5 that your pupils will never forget! Lead a practical demonstration explaining how the human digestive system works (yes, really!) followed by a ‘build the digestive system’ game for your class to play.

This pack includes:

• A differentiated lesson plan
• A PowerPoint presentation explaining how the human digestive system works and containing instructions for the demonstration and the game
• A printable game entitled ‘Race to the Loo’
• Three guided reading spreads: How toilets work, interview with a scientist who turns poo into rocket fuel, and an incredible invention - the London sewage system

Simple to resource! The items you will need:

• Orange juice
• Brown bread
• A banana
• Paper Cups
• Sealable plastic food bag
• A pair of thin tights

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