In this lesson pack for year 3 , linking to the topics plants , pupils will learn how trees reproduce and about seed dispersal. They will make a hypothesis, collect different winged seeds and carry out a comparative test. This lesson pack includes: A differentiated lesson plan with cross-curricular links A PowerPoint presentation explaining the different variables and how to carry out a comparative test Differentiated results tables A pocket tree guide Simple to resource! The items you will need: Tree seeds Stopwatches

This interview text for P7 explains the work of plant biologist professor Joanne Chory. She recently realised she could play a role in solving the problem of climate change by using her knowledge of biology. Professor Chory explains how plants can be optimised to store more carbon in their roots. The downloadable reading pack includes: An A3 reading spread for you to print. Reading comprehension question and answer sheets.

This interview text for year 6 explains the work of plant biologist professor Joanne Chory. She recently realised she could play a role in solving the problem of climate change by using her knowledge of biology. Professor Chory explains how plants can be optimised to store more carbon in their roots. The downloadable reading pack includes: An A3 reading spread for you to print. Reading comprehension question and answer sheets.

In this non-fiction text for P6, linking to the topic biodiversity and interdependence, discover ten awesomely amazing climate activists. All around the world, young people are taking action against the climate crisis, from picking up litter to taking governments to court. Inspire your class with these incredible kids. This downloadable reading pack includes: An A3 reading spread for you to print. Reading comprehension question and answer sheets, differentiated using our magnifying glasses key (on the bottom right). One magnifying glass indicates easier and two means harder.

In this non-fiction text for year 5 , linking to the topic living things and habitats , discover ten awesomely amazing climate activists. All around the world, young people are taking action against the climate crisis, from picking up litter to taking governments to court. Inspire your class with these incredible kids. This downloadable reading pack includes: An A3 reading spread for you to print. Reading comprehension question and answer sheets, differentiated using our magnifying glasses key (on the bottom right). One magnifying glass indicates easier and two means harder.

A non-fiction biography text for P5, linking to the topicBiodiversity and interdependence about Sir David Attenborough. He has inspired millions of people to fall in love with nature by bringing the natural world into our homes. He received a knighthood in 1985 and has won several awards. As David saw the damage that humans were doing to the natural habitats and animals he was filming, he became increasingly concerned. In his documentaries about the climate crisis, David has shown millions of people how important it is that we care for our planet. This downloadable reading pack includes: An A3 reading spread for you to print. Reading comprehension question and answer sheets, differentiated using our magnifying glasses key (on the bottom right). One magnifying glass indicates easier and two means harder.

A non-fiction biography text for year 4, linking to the topic Animals including humans about Sir David Attenborough. He has inspired millions of people to fall in love with nature by bringing the natural world into our homes. He received a knighthood in 1985 and has won several awards. As David saw the damage that humans were doing to the natural habitats and animals he was filming, he became increasingly concerned. In his documentaries about the climate crisis, David has shown millions of people how important it is that we care for our planet. This downloadable reading pack includes: An A3 reading spread for you to print. Reading comprehension question and answer sheets, differentiated using our magnifying glasses key (on the bottom right). One magnifying glass indicates easier and two means harder.

This explanation text for P4, linking to the topic forces, describes in detail how a wing turbine works. Generating electricity from renewable sources, such as wind, is crucial if we are to reduce our carbon emissions. Wind turbines are one of the main green power technologies. This downloadable reading pack includes: An A3 reading spread for you to print. Reading comprehension question and answer sheets, differentiated using our magnifying glasses key (on the bottom right). One magnifying glass indicates easier and two means harder.

This explanation text for year 3, linking to the topic forces, describes in detail how a wing turbine works. Generating electricity from renewable sources, such as wind, is crucial if we are to reduce our carbon emissions. Wind turbines are one of the main green power technologies. This downloadable reading pack includes: An A3 reading spread for you to print. Reading comprehension question and answer sheets, differentiated using our magnifying glasses key (on the bottom right). One magnifying glass indicates easier and two means harder.

In this lesson pack for P6 and P7, pupils will learn about climate change. They will learn in simple terms what the greenhouse effect is and how it is contributing to the climate crisis. Included in the pack is a letter explaining that the school could be chosen for a renewable energy source, which will spark a debate in your classroom. This pack includes: A PowerPoint presentation explaining climate change and renewable energy sources A lesson plan A flow chart to help pupils find a way to help solve the climate crisis An explanation text on solar panels and wind turbines A fabricated letter from a council’s sustainability department to set up the debate

In this lesson pack for Year 5, year 6, pupils will learn about climate change. They will learn in simple terms what the greenhouse effect is and how it is contributing to the climate crisis. Included in the pack is a letter explaining that the school could be chosen for a renewable energy source, which will spark a debate in your classroom. This pack includes: A PowerPoint presentation explaining climate change and renewable energy sources A lesson plan A flow chart to help pupils find a way to help solve the climate crisis An explanation text on solar panels and wind turbines A fabricated letter from a council’s sustainability department to set up the debate

In this lesson pack for P4 and P5, pupils will learn about climate change. They will learn in simple terms what the greenhouse effect is and how it is contributing to the climate crisis. Included in the pack is an experiment to do as a whole class, demonstrating the greenhouse effect. This pack includes: A PowerPoint presentation explaining climate change A lesson plan A flow chart to help pupils find a way to help solve the climate crisis A printable climate pledge

In this lesson pack for Year 3 and year 4, pupils will learn about climate change. They will learn in simple terms what the greenhouse effect is and how it is contributing to the climate crisis. Included in the pack is an experiment to do as a whole class, demonstrating the greenhouse effect. This pack includes: A PowerPoint presentation explaining climate change A lesson plan A flow chart to help pupils find a way to help solve the climate crisis A printable climate pledge

This biography text for P4, linking to the topic Forces and Magnets, describes the life of the historical scientist Ralph Alger Bagnold. Ralph explored some of the world’s most inhospitable deserts and made important advances in sand dune science. Deserts contain large amounts of iron ore, which make magnetic compasses unreliable for desert exploration. To solve this problem, Ralph designed a sun compass to plot his path during the daytime. This downloadable reading pack includes: An A3 reading spread for you to print. Reading comprehension question and answer sheets, differentiated using our magnifying glasses key (on the bottom right). One magnifying glass indicates easier and two means harder.

This biography text for year 3, linking to the topics Forces and Magnets, describes the life of the historical scientist Ralph Alger Bagnold. Ralph explored some of the world’s most inhospitable deserts and made important advances in sand dune science. Deserts contain large amounts of iron ore, which make magnetic compasses unreliable for desert exploration. To solve this problem, Ralph designed a sun compass to plot his path during the daytime. This downloadable reading pack includes: An A3 reading spread for you to print. Reading comprehension question and answer sheets, differentiated using our magnifying glasses key (on the bottom right). One magnifying glass indicates easier and two means harder.

In this interview text for P5, linking to the topicbiodiversity and interdependence, Mindi Lehew explains how she works in a desert for the US Forest Service. She explains the differences between the Mojave desert and the Sonoran desert and what vegetation lives there. During wildfire season, Mindi assists the emergency response team. The downloadable reading pack includes: An A3 reading spread for you to print. Reading comprehension question and answer sheets, differentiated using our magnifying glasses key (on the bottom right). One magnifying glass indicates easier and two means harder.

In this interview text for year 4, linking to the topic living things and habitats , Mindi Lehew explains how she works in a desert for the US Forest Service. She explains the differences between the Mojave desert and the Sonoran desert and what vegetation lives there. During wildfire season, Mindi assists the emergency response team. The downloadable reading pack includes: An A3 reading spread for you to print. Reading comprehension question and answer sheets, differentiated using our magnifying glasses key (on the bottom right). One magnifying glass indicates easier and two means harder.

In this non-fiction text for P4, linking to the topic Earth’s materials, discover ten awesomely amazing wonders of deserts. They include the Artist’s Palette in Death Valley, the Eye of the Sahara, the Nazca Lines, which are enormous geoglyphs, and lots more. This downloadable reading pack includes: An A3 reading spread for you to print. Reading comprehension question and answer sheets, differentiated using our magnifying glasses key (on the bottom right). One magnifying glass indicates easier and two means harder.

In this non-fiction text for year 3, linking to the topics rocks , discover ten awesomely amazing wonders of deserts. They include the Artist’s Palette in Death Valley, the Eye of the Sahara, the Nazca Lines, which are enormous geoglyphs, and lots more. This downloadable reading pack includes: An A3 reading spread for you to print. Reading comprehension question and answer sheets, differentiated using our magnifying glasses key (on the bottom right). One magnifying glass indicates easier and two means harder.

This non-chronological report for P3, linking to the topicbiodiversity and interdependence, investigates the master desert digger, the meerkat. The text explains what they eat, who their predators are, how they survive living in the desert without drinking water, and much more. The downloadable reading pack includes: Two differentiated A3 reading spreads for you to print. Reading comprehension question and answer sheets, differentiated using our magnifying glasses key (on the bottom right). One magnifying glass indicates easier and two means harder.