This lesson sequence encourages pupils to: Consider different ways to group organisms Use a venn diagram to group organisms Find out who Carl Linnaeus was and why he is important Learn about the Linnaean system of classification for animals Learn how vertebrates are grouped Learn how invertebrates are grouped The resources included are: 5 lists of organisms (10 per list, grouped to enable scientific thinking regarding how to group the organisms in each list) Worksheet pg1, beginning with simple recall tasks to do with Carl Linnaeus, as well as identifying vertebrates/invertebrates and their subgroups (i.e. mammals, reptiles, crustaceans etc) Worksheet pg 2, encouraging pupils to use their knowledge of the characteristics of different groups to create their own vertebrate and invertebrate. Also, an extension task asking pupils to research the differences between 2 similar species (i.e. bees and wasps) Templates for venn diagrams (A single circled venn and a double circled venn) A great introduction to the living things and habitats topic for pupils. Tags - Year 3 Year 4 year 5 Year 6 KS2 science

This resource is part of the Year 5 science Earth & Space topic. It assumes some prior learning of orbits and rotations in relation to the Earth, moon and sun. Within this lesson, pupils can create a simple ‘orrery’, which they can use to demonstrate and deepen their understanding of the orbital periods of the earth and moon. PowerPoint contains a short introduction, then step by step photos and instructions, as well as a task using their completed orreries. Also contains the actual template for use in making the orrery. Best printed onto A3 card, but can also be printed on paper and backed onto card. Tags - KS2 Year 5 Year 4 Year 3 Year 6 Science Earth & Space Orbits Orrery Earth Moon Sun

Earth & Space lesson - Models of the solar system. A set of worksheets and PowerPoint looking at the geocentric and heliocentric models across history and exploring the contributions of different scientists (Copernicus, Galileo, Newton). Aimed at Year 5 pupils, but easily transferable to Year 4 or 6. Tags - Earth & Space orbits planets solar system KS2 Year 4 Year 5 Year 6 Newton Copernicus Galileo geocentric heliocentric

A PowerPoint and worksheet to guide pupils through the science of why shadows move throughout a day, and a template with instructions to help pupils build their own working sundial. Tags - KS2 Year 5 Earth & Space shadows sundial Year 3 Year 4 Year 6

Life Processes & MRS NERG - Year3/4 - KS2 science A PowerPoint and set of worksheets covering what makes something living or non-living. Opportunities for group and paired discussion, and reflection at the end of each worksheet. Worksheet’s created using a ‘Think, Try, Do, Extend’ structure. Tags - KS2 Year 3 Year 4 Science moving and growing

A great intro to the Earth & Space topic for Year 5 pupils, giving them an insight into the size and scale of the universe. They will learn the difference between planets, solar systems, galaxies and the universe, and find out the vast distances between different objects in space. Resource contains a PowerPoint and differentiated worksheets. Tags KS2 Earth & Space Size of universe Scale of universe Year 3 Year 4 Year 5 Year 6

This resource contains a PowerPoint and worksheet designed to help pupils understand the difference between ‘rotate’ and ‘orbit’, then teaching pupils how the rotation of the Earth causes night and day. Contains some simple practical tasks requiring plasticine ‘planets’ and small flags. Tags: KS2 Science Year 3 Year 4 Year 5 Year 6 Earth & Space day night orbit rotate

A 25 mark assessment for use at the end of our Year 4 unit on ‘living things & habitats’. Covering aspects of the unit such as: Characteristics of vertebrates/invertebrates and their sub-groups Grouping organisms using venn diagrams Classifying organisms using branching keys Human impacts (positive & negative) on habitats Human impacts (positive & negative) on the environment Answers included! Tags: Year 3 Year 4 Year 5 Year 6 KS2 Science test assessment quiz

This lesson contains a PowerPoint and worksheet to help pupils: Learn what a classification key is Be able to use a key to identify organisms Be able to create your own key It enables them to explore pre-made keys and identify unknown organisms. they can create a key to sort the pupils in their class. It then finishes with a ‘sweet key’ activity, prompting pupils to sort popular sweets using a key. Tags - Year 3 Year 4 Year 5 Year 6 Science KS2 keys

This lesson pack contains: A PowerPoint enabling pupils to: Identify and discuss positive and negative impacts humans make on the environment. Think about ways in which to reduce the negative impact on the environment. Think about ways in which we can make a more positive impact on the environment. Learn about the Earthshot prize and some of the things people are doing to ‘repair the Earth’. Create your own ‘Earthshot’ proposal and give a talk to your peers. Picture prompts to stimulate discussion 2 pages of worksheets enabling pupils to put their thoughts and ideas into writing.

These resources contain: Factfiles for the 8 planets A blank ‘research’ page for pupils to carry out research An introductory PowerPoint By the end of this lesson, pupils should have a secure knowledge of the order of the planets in the solar system, and have had the opportunity to find out a little more about each of the planets. As part of the ‘research’ section of the lesson, there is an interesting collaborative task, restricting pupils to only half of the planet factfiles, meaning they will need to ‘trade’ information with peers on the other planets, perhaps encouraging them to carry out the most comprehensive research. Tags - Year 3 Year 4 Year 5 Year 6 KS2 Earth & space Planets Solar system

This is the 3rd lesson in the Year 4 science states of matter topic. It assumes prior learning of the properties of solids and liquids. In this lesson, pupils will explore melting and freezing points using a variety of everyday objects (ice, chocolate, wax). They will consider how ‘heat energy’ is either added or removed to cause the change of state and be able to draw simple diagrams to show the changes are physical (reversible). Pupils will also begin to appreciate the fact that different materials have different melting points. The worksheet consists of 4 tasks, labelled ‘think, try, do, extend’, which pupils should be able to work through independently following the main input using the PowerPoint. There is also a cutting/sticking/matching task for pupils to complete to demonstrate their understanding of melting/solidifying. Tags - KS2 Year 5 Year 4 Year 3 Year 6 Science states of matter melting solidifying freezing physical reversible

This lesson pack contains: A PowerPoint enabling pupils to: Identify different gases Explore and discuss the properties of gases Compare the properties of gas with that of solids and liquids A worksheet using the terms ‘think, try, do, extend’ containing 4 activities for pupils to work through independently, designed to enable them to show their knowledge and understanding of the key concepts covered within the lesson. This is the 4th lesson in the States of matter topic.

This is the fifth lesson in our states of matter series. It can be used as a standalone lesson, or as part of the wider unit. This lesson pack contains: A PowerPoint enabling pupils to: Plan and carry out a full scientific investigation into how temperature affects the rate of evaporation. Explore evaporation as a concept and learn what causes evaporation Consider real life examples of evaporation in action A 2 page investigation template is also included enabling pupils to scaffold their investigation plan.

This is the 1st lesson in the Year 4 science states of matter topic. It assumes the teacher has prepared some physical examples of everyday solids and liquids beforehand (e.g. vegetable oil, toothpaste, chocolate etc). In this lesson, pupils will discuss what they think makes a solid, solid and makes a liquid, liquid. They will have the opportunity to place items in the correct places on a venn diagram and share their thoughts. Pupils will be guided to discover the main properties for solids and liquids throughout the lesson. There is also a short guide on how to make oobleck, a non-newtonian fluid with both solid and liquid properties. The worksheet consists of 4 tasks, labelled ‘think, try, do, extend’, which pupils should be able to work through independently following the main input using the PowerPoint. There is also a venn diagram/sorting task for pupils to complete to demonstrate their understanding of the properties of solids and liquids. Tags - KS2 Year 5 Year 4 Year 3 Year 6 Science states of matter solid liquid properties

This is the 2nd lesson in the Year 4 science states of matter topic. It assumes pupils understand how to identify solids and liquids. In this lesson, pupils will carry out a series of practical tasks designed to help them explore and gain a deeper understanding about the properties of, and differences between solids and liquids. They will complete a booklet as they progress through the lesson. The booklet is designed to be printed on A4 and folded into an 8 page A5 booklet. It consists of 6 ‘challenges’, plus an equipment page and summary page. The equipment required to complete the booklet is detailed below, though could be easily adapted:  A tray  Plastic cup containing 212ml water  Funnel  Empty glass beaker  Glass/plastic measuring cylinder  salt/sugar in a small cup  Empty plastic bottle  Syringe containing some marbles  Syringe containing some water  A solid block Tags - KS2 Year 5 Year 4 Year 3 Year 6 Science states of matter solid liquid properties

This is the 6th lesson in our States of matter topic. It can be used as a standalone lesson or as part of the sequence. This lesson pack contains: A PowerPoint enabling pupils to: Appreciate the links between all the changes of state through a simple diagram Gain a deeper understanding of the process of condensation Explore condensation through real-life examples 2 pages of worksheets containing 4 tasks following a ‘Think, Try, Do, Extend’ format which pupils should be able to work through independently following the PowerPoint. Differentiated sheets enabling pupils to demonstrate their knowledge and understanding of all the changes of state.

This resource is an end of unit assessment for use with my ‘Earth & Space’ topic, based on the Year 5 unit of work ‘Earth & Space’. It contains a 25 mark assessment (with answer sheet) covering the following topics: Order of the planets Understanding of basic space keywords (planet, universe, galaxy etc) Heliocentric/geocentric model of solar system Orbits of Earth and moon Day and night on Earth Shadows caused by rotation of earth (sundials etc)