A fun and simple science activity all about the life cycle of a penguin. This foldable cut-and-paste resource could be used to support a lesson on birds, the Antarctic, or emperor penguins, or use as a winter/festive craft. The finished foldouts can be glued into an interactive science notebook.
This resource has different options to choose from:
Template 1: 4-part life cycle with the option to sequence either words with pictures, or descriptions with pictures.
Template 2: 6-part life cycle with the option to sequence either words with pictures, or descriptions with pictures.
You can choose which template will work best for your pupils, or mix and match. Instructions are included.
A colour life cycle poster is included, and some fun facts to discuss with your class whilst they complete the activity.
Please note that this is a pdf file and cannot be edited. US and UK versions are included.
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