Engaging, hands-on animal kingdom activities for exploring and classifying 14 animal groups: Amphibians, Annelids, Arachnids, Birds, Cnidarians, Crustaceans, Echinoderms, Fish, Myriapods, Mammals, Molluscs, Porifera, Reptiles, Insects.
Includes:
Differentiated A5 fact cards (2 levels - primary and KS3 ) - perfect for a classroom scavenger hunt research activity
85 illustrated animal sorting cards
Vertebrate/invertebrate, warm blooded/cold blooded, animal groups sorting headings
47 double-sided vocabulary flashcards perfect for Quiz-Quiz-Trade (2 levels)
65 double-sided animal and animal group QQT cards
Research collection sheets
Crosswords
Posters
Suitable for years 3 through to year 8, this comprehensive resource features carefully researched information and detailed illustrations to introduce key animal facts. Sorting activities, flashcards, and research materials provide differentiated and engaging ways for students to explore creature classifications.
This resource includes a double-sided, KS3 introductory text ‘Photosynthesis: Earth’s Vital Process’ and 13 supporting worksheets.
The well-researched text explores Earth’s unique habitability, processes sustaining life, and the pivotal role of photosynthesis. It examines the evolution of plants from ocean to land, plants’ diverse structures and functions. The text also details photosynthesis - the components involved, the importance of leaves, stems and roots. It discusses the broader impacts like food chains, energy transfer, and the interconnectedness of life, emphasizing plants’ vital role in producing food and oxygen.
Supporting worksheets include:
Double sided multiple-choice quiz with 32 questions
3 levels of written response sheets
2 cloze summary sheets
True/False with 42 questions
4 differentiated crosswords using key vocabulary
2 word searches
Answer sheets included
PowerPoint with 12 different animal skulls: students to decide if the animal was a herbivore, carnivore or omnivore by looking closely at the animals teeth.
Includes lesson objectives
*To know the names and jobs of each of the teeth.
*To know why we need teeth.
*To understand what a herbivore, carnivore and omnivore are and how this effects the shape of teeth.
with some small group work activities.
Exciting introductory activity.
Please rate and comment if you use it. Enjoy!
Bring science to life with this engaging lesson on living and nonliving things! This comprehensive package includes everything you need to teach students how to classify objects as living, nonliving, or once living using the helpful MRS GREN mnemonic device.
The lesson begins by having students participate in a lively RoundRobin cooperative activity where they sort 75 thought-provoking images into living, nonliving, and once living categories. An informative PowerPoint presentation guides the lesson, reinforcing key concepts and introducing the MRS GREN mnemonic to help students remember the characteristics of living things.
Students then solidify their knowledge by completing illustrated MRS GREN Quiz-Quiz-Trade cards, engaging all members of the class in defining terms, building vocabulary, and deepening understanding. Targeted vocabulary worksheets allow students to dive deeper into each MRS GREN term. Finally, leveled worksheets provide practice classifying objects as living/nonliving or living/nonliving/once living.
With ample visuals, hands-on activities, and differentiated materials, this lesson bundle makes it easy and enjoyable for students to grasp the difference between living and nonliving things. They will love learning classification with MRS GREN!
Engaging activities for early primary students to explore living and nonliving things using MRS GREN. Includes images, games, presentations, and vocabulary for building science knowledge.
Also covers animal kingdom classification for upper primary/KS3 . Compares 14 animal groups with facts, sorting cards, flashcards, and research materials.
This science bundle encourages hands-on interaction across two key topics. Students will love the visuals and cooperatives for grasping living/nonliving differences and creature characteristics!
The Story of Sam. Once upon a time there was a girl called Sam...she loved playing with cars, she wanted to make her car go fast and far...how??
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Paleontologist fact sheet research activity about famous paleontologists. It includes fact files for eight renowned paleontologists, each with clear and concise information about their:
Full name
Date of birth (DOB)
Place of birth
Date of death
Family background and education
Successful finds
Contributions to paleontology and what they are famous for
Other interesting information.
These fact sheets can be used for research purposes. For a fun twist, we have created three versions of the fact files. The first version is a traditional fact file, while the second version deliberately includes three mistakes (sometimes obvious and silly, other times less obvious) for students to spot as they conduct their research. This version also includes checking boxes. Finally, we have created an answer sheet with the mistakes highlighted in red.
Also included is a lower level version with easier to spot mistakes.
This activity is suitable for primary school children and is an engaging way to teach them about paleontologists and their work.
Two differentiated reading levels, 17 engaging activities, word searches, and crosswords to captivate your pupils while exploring the fascinating world of desert habitats!
Introduce your pupils to the wonders of desert habitats with this comprehensive reading comprehension resource. Perfect for studying ecosystems, adaptations, and desert biodiversity in KS2 and KS3, this pack features two differentiated texts and activities tailored to diverse learners.
Lower Level (Year 4-6, ages 8-11)
Presents key desert habitat concepts using clear, accessible language and simpler sentence structures. Pupils explore desert climates, temperatures, global deserts, and remarkable plant and animal adaptations in a format that builds confidence while maintaining engagement.
Higher Level (Year 6-9, ages 10-14)
Covers the same essential content with additional scientific detail, more sophisticated vocabulary, and complex sentence structures. Ideal for advanced readers ready to explore desert ecosystems in greater depth while studying identical engaging topics.
Both versions ensure pupils master core concepts about desert diversity, environmental challenges, and climate change impacts.
What’s Included: 8 Differentiated Activities for Lower Level and 9 for Higher Level:
Comprehensive Question Sheets: Vocabulary matching, sequencing, gap-fill passages, true/false activities, and written responses that develop critical thinking skills
True or False Activities: Two activities to assess understanding of key learning objectives
Multiple Choice Assessment: Two versions for higher-level (4-page and 2-page) and one for lower-level text
Gap-Fill Summary Activities: Reinforce main ideas and strengthen vocabulary retention
2 Crossword Puzzles: Engage pupils while expanding desert terminology knowledge
Differentiated Word Searches: Support vocabulary retention and spelling at each reading level
Written Comprehension Worksheets: Double-sided activities encouraging deeper text engagement
Mark Schemes: Complete solutions for all activities
Looking for more habitat resources?
Check out my Polar Habitat Reading Comprehension Pack
Polar Habitats - Engage your students with two reading levels, 16 activities, differentiated word searches, and crosswords exploring the Arctic and Antarctic ecosystems!
This comprehensive reading pack introduces students to polar ecosystems, extreme climates, and animal adaptations through differentiated texts and activities.
Lower Level (900L–1000L, Years 5–7)
– Uses clear, accessible language and simpler sentence structures to build confidence while exploring polar climates, Arctic vs. Antarctic differences, and key adaptations.
Higher Level (1000L–1100L, Years 6–9)
– Features more complex vocabulary and sentence structures, ideal for developing comprehension of global warming, polar ecosystems, and survival challenges.
Both versions help students grasp key concepts about polar habitats, climate change, and adaptations for extreme environments.
What’s Included: 8 Differentiated Activities for both text levels (16 activities total!)
Mixed-Style Question Sheets: Vocabulary matching, sequencing, cloze passages, true/false activities, and written responses that promote critical thinking
True or False Activities: Assess understanding of key learning
Multiple Choice Quizzes: Providing SAT-style differentiated practice to effectively assess comprehension and test preparation
Cloze Summary Activities: Reinforce main ideas and strengthen vocabulary retention
2 Crossword Puzzles: Engage students while expanding polar terminology knowledge
Differentiated Word Searches: Support vocabulary retention and spelling at each reading level
Traditional Written Comprehension Sheets: Double-sided worksheets encouraging deeper text engagement
Answer Keys: Complete solutions for all activities
Looking for more habitat resources?
Check out my Desert Habitat Reading Comprehension Pack.
Habitat fact files!
7 double sided non-chronological reports about 7 different habitats & 7 habitat cloze exercises.
Cloze exercises are shortened versions of the non-chronological reports and are differentiated two ways: great to use together.
Also includes a food chain paper chain activity.
7 habitat cloze worksheets.
Habitats Included:
Desert Habitats
Oceans Habitats
Polar Habitats
Freshwater Habitats
Temperate Forest Habitats
Rainforest Habitat
Grassland Habitat
Each cloze worksheet is A4. Each worksheet has two differentiated versions (higher/lower) Carefully researched and written.
Suitable for KS2 and KS3.
I have uploaded PDF versions and publisher files (if you wish to edit)
Nutritional information on various cereal packets.
Four different brands of breakfast cereal (1 per A4 page: print back:back and give partners different worksheets), students have to answer (with reference to packaging):
1)Name of product:
2)Weight of product:
3)Main Ingredient:
4) 2nd biggest ingredient (if this is sugar it is an unhealthy choice)
5)Serving Size:
6)How many grams of sugar in one serving?
7)Which of the options is the healthier choice and why?