A powerpoint presentation suitable for Y5 about living things with 56 slides.

Do you want to assess your year 5 pupils’ skills in writing, maths, reading and science? Do you want to see how they are progressing towards the expected standards or beyond? If so, you will love these handy and comprehensive checklists! These checklists are based on the KS2 writing, maths, reading and science frameworks, and are a great way of tracking your children’s achievements and areas for improvement. They cover all the key objectives and skills for each subject, and use clear and simple language to describe the levels of attainment: emerging, secure, or exceeding. With one page per child, an easy tick-box system, and a summary section, these checklists make assessment quick and easy. You can use them to inform your planning, feedback, and reporting, as well as to identify gaps and strengths in your children’s learning. These checklists are ideal for teachers, teaching assistants, and parents who want to support their children’s learning and development at home. They will help you to provide effective and personalised teaching and learning for your year 5 pupils, as well as to celebrate and showcase their amazing progress.

Do you want to assess your year 4 pupils’ skills in writing, maths, reading and science? Do you want to see how they are progressing towards the expected standards or beyond? If so, you will love these handy and comprehensive checklists! These checklists are based on the KS2 writing, maths, reading and science frameworks, and are a great way of tracking your children’s achievements and areas for improvement. They cover all the key objectives and skills for each subject, and use clear and simple language to describe the levels of attainment: emerging, secure, or exceeding. With one page per child, an easy tick-box system, and a summary section, these checklists make assessment quick and easy. You can use them to inform your planning, feedback, and reporting, as well as to identify gaps and strengths in your children’s learning. These checklists are ideal for teachers, teaching assistants, and parents who want to support their children’s learning and development at home. They will help you to provide effective and personalised teaching and learning for your year 4 pupils, as well as to celebrate and showcase their amazing progress.

Have any issues with this resource or a request? Contact us directly for the quickest response at: explore_education@outlook.com Back to school! Numbers 0-100 on zebras - these are perfect for a zebra themed classroom, display or role play. Also suitable for jungle or animal themes. Make a number line or count up in 2s, 5s, 10s etc. by selecting the pages.

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This Healthy Eating Assembly PowerPoint is an engaging and educational resource designed to teach students the importance of balanced eating. The 21-slide presentation covers key topics such as the food groups, making healthy choices, and how good nutrition affects our bodies and minds. Featuring interactive games, discussions, and a reflection section, this assembly helps children understand the impact of their food choices in a fun and memorable way. Perfect for primary school assemblies, this resource includes a variety of activities to keep students involved, from identifying healthy foods to stretching exercises that represent different food groups. Ideal for promoting health and wellbeing in a school setting.

Elevate the home learning experience with our Memory Box Homework Pack, a collection of 51 captivating tasks designed to spark creativity and reflection. This resource empowers students to build their own virtual memory boxes, delving into personal and shared experiences. The pack includes a task grid offering a diverse range of activities, a parent letter for effective communication, a user-friendly record sheet for progress tracking, and a selection of fiction and non-fiction book recommendations to enrich the exploration of memories. Resource Highlights: ★ Task Grid: 51 thought-provoking tasks, encouraging creativity and personal expression. ★ Parent Letter: Foster strong home-school connections with a supportive and informative letter. ★ Record Sheet: Easily monitor and track students’ progress through their memory box projects. ★ Book Recommendations: Curated fiction and non-fiction titles to complement the theme, providing additional perspectives on memory exploration. This Memory Box Homework Pack transforms homework into a meaningful journey, allowing students to explore, reflect, and share the treasures of their memories. Customer Support: Encountering any challenges or have specific requests? Contact our support team directly at explore_education@outlook.com for a swift response. Special Offer: Enjoying this resource? Leave a review and receive a complimentary resource of your choice! Email us your purchase receipt and a screenshot of your review to avail this offer. Tags: Homework Pack, Home Learning, Memory Box Theme, Creative Tasks, Parent Letter, Record Sheet, Book Recommendations, Fiction, Non-Fiction, Education.

Do you want to provide your students with some fun and engaging homework activities that relate to the theme of paws claws and whiskers? Do you want to cover different subjects such as geography, science, art, math, writing, and reading? If so, this Paws Claws and Whiskers Homework Pack is perfect for you! This pack contains a grid of 51 tasks that span across various subjects and skills. Your students can choose which tasks they want to complete and how many they want to do each week. The tasks are designed to be creative, challenging, and relevant to the theme of paws claws and whiskers. Some examples of the tasks are: ★ Thinking of the story ‘How the leopard got its spots’ - can you explain why? ★ Write some interesting facts about tigers. ★ Create a pattern using pictures of different animal prints (paws, claws, or whiskers). ★ Make a list of the different animals people keep as pets. Which one would you like to have and why? ★ Explore stories or artifacts from ancient civilizations that show encounters with animals. Draw a picture or write a short story about an ancient person’s interaction with a significant animal. ★ Make a list of different weather types. This pack also includes a parent letter that explains the homework grid and a record sheet for students to keep track of their completed tasks. You can use this pack as a whole-class homework project or as a differentiated option for individual students. This Paws Claws and Whiskers Homework Pack is a great way to extend your students’ learning beyond the classroom and to make homework more enjoyable and meaningful. Download it today and let your students explore the wonderful world of paws claws and whiskers!

Enhance your students’ home learning experience with our Wonderful Woodland Homework Pack. This meticulously crafted resource comprises a versatile task grid with 51 engaging activities, ensuring a delightful exploration of the natural world right from the comfort of home. The pack includes a thoughtfully designed parent letter to foster a collaborative home-school environment, a convenient record sheet for tracking progress, and curated book recommendations encompassing both fiction and non-fiction titles to complement the woodland theme. Resource Highlights: ★ Task Grid: A diverse array of 51 tasks catering to various learning styles and interests. In the themes of reading, writing, maths, science, history, geography, RE, PSHE, PE, art and music. ★ Parent Letter: Foster a strong home-school connection with our informative and supportive letter. ★ Record Sheet: Facilitate easy tracking and monitoring of students’ progress. ★ Book Recommendations: Handpicked fiction and non-fiction titles to complement the woodland theme, encouraging reading exploration. Make homework a delightful journey into the wonders of the woodland. This pack is not just a set of tasks; it’s an invitation for students to explore, learn, and connect with nature. Customer Support: Encountering any challenges or have specific requests? Contact our support team directly at explore_education@outlook.com for a swift response. Special Offer: Enjoying this resource? Leave a review and receive a complimentary resource of your choice! Email us your purchase receipt and a screenshot of your review to avail this offer. Tags: Homework Pack, Home Learning, Woodland Theme, Engaging Tasks, Parent Letter, Record Sheet, Book Recommendations, Fiction, Non-Fiction, Education.

Inspire your KS2 students with this engaging science lesson on the fascinating world of hedgehogs! This comprehensive resource delves into their habitats, diet, and the challenges they face, empowering students to become hedgehog heroes. What’s Included: ★ Engaging Lesson Plan: A step-by-step guide with clear learning objectives, interactive activities, and differentiation options for all abilities. ★ Informative PowerPoint: Visually appealing slides filled with hedgehog facts, images, and discussion prompts to spark curiosity and learning. ★ Website & Ideas Sheet: A curated list of reliable resources and creative ideas to extend learning beyond the classroom. Key Learning Outcomes: ★ Habitat Exploration: Students will discover the diverse habitats where hedgehogs live and the resources they need to thrive. ★ Seasonal Diet Changes: Students will learn how hedgehogs adapt their diet throughout the year, from insects and worms in warmer months to berries and fruits in autumn. ★ Hibernation: Students will understand why hedgehogs hibernate in winter and the importance of a safe, undisturbed hibernation site. ★ Conservation Efforts: Students will explore the reasons behind declining hedgehog populations and learn how they can help protect these beloved creatures. ★ Campaigning for Change: Students will design creative posters to raise awareness and promote hedgehog-friendly gardens. Why Choose This Resource? ★ Curriculum-Aligned: Meets the national curriculum objectives for KS2 science, covering living things and their environments. ★ Hands-On Learning: Students actively participate in discussions, research, and creative projects, fostering deeper understanding and engagement. ★ Teacher-Approved: Created by an experienced educator with a passion for wildlife conservation and environmental education. ★ Differentiated Activities: Caters to a range of learning styles and abilities, ensuring all students are challenged and supported. ★ Ready-to-Use: Everything you need is provided in a clear and organized format, saving you valuable prep time. Empower your students to become hedgehog heroes and make a positive impact on their local environment! Ideal for: KS2 Science, Year 3, Year 4, Year 5, Year 6, hedgehogs, habitats, diet, hibernation, conservation, wildlife, environment, science investigation.

Take your KS2 science students on a journey of discovery with this engaging lesson on classification keys! This comprehensive resource is designed to help your pupils in Years 3-6 understand how scientists organise and identify living things. Through hands-on activities and clear examples, your students will learn to use branching keys like real scientists. What’s Included: ★ Step-by-Step Lesson Plan: A clear and concise guide to help you deliver a successful lesson on classification keys. ★ Interactive PowerPoint Presentation: Slides filled with information, questions, and images to spark discussions and deepen understanding. ★ Fun Sorting Activity: A hands-on activity using pictures of colorful sweets to introduce the concept of branching keys in a fun and relatable way. ★ Example Branching Keys: Provide your students with models to analyze and learn from, including a liquorice allsorts key and an invertebrate key. ★ Differentiated Support Materials: Help all learners succeed with a lower-ability template and guidance slips for those who need extra support. ★ Visual Aids: Pictures of different invertebrates to help students make connections between features and classifications. What Your Students Will Learn: ★ What classification is and why it’s important in science. ★ How to use and create branching keys, an essential tool for identifying and organizing living things. ★ Improved observation skills by closely examining and comparing the features of different objects and organisms. ★ How to think critically and solve problems while creating their own branching keys. This lesson pack aligns with the national curriculum for KS2 science and focuses on classification and living things. It’s designed to be easy to use, with everything you need to teach a fun and informative lesson. By the end of the lesson, your students will have a solid understanding of branching keys and be able to use them to identify different types of invertebrates. This is a fantastic way to spark their interest in science and get them excited about the world around them!

Inspire budding young scientists with this captivating lesson on animal habitats, designed to get your Year 3-6 pupils excited about the hidden world of creatures living right in their own gardens and local woodlands. For this lesson, children will head outside and see what wildlife they can spot. What’s Included in This Complete Lesson Pack: ★ Engaging Lesson Plan: A step-by-step guide with clear objectives, stimulating activities, and differentiation ideas to cater to diverse learning needs. ★ Interactive PowerPoint Presentation: Visually stimulating slides featuring stunning images of local wildlife, thought-provoking questions, and key vocabulary to ignite curiosity and discussion. ★ Animal Identification Sheet: A handy, printable resource to help children identify and record the fascinating creatures they discover in different microhabitats. Key Learning Outcomes: ★ Understanding Habitats and Microhabitats: Students will define and differentiate between habitats and microhabitats, discovering the unique conditions that support different living things. ★ Exploring Biodiversity: Students will uncover the rich variety of animal life found in gardens and woodlands, fostering an appreciation for the natural world. ★ Observation and Identification Skills: Through hands-on exploration and using the identification sheet, students will develop their observation and classification skills. ★ Making Connections: Students will investigate how different animals depend on their microhabitats for survival, understanding the interconnectedness of living things. Why Choose This Resource? ★ Curriculum-Aligned: Meets the national curriculum objectives for KS2 science related to living things and their habitats. ★ Differentiated Activities: Caters to all learning styles and abilities, ensuring every student is challenged and engaged. ★ Hands-On Learning: Encourages active participation and outdoor exploration, making learning fun and memorable. ★ Easy-to-Use: All materials are ready to go, saving you valuable prep time. ★ Created by a Teacher, for Teachers: Designed by an experienced educator with a passion for fostering a love of science in young learners. Unleash the inner explorer in your students with this unforgettable lesson on animal habitats! Ideal for: KS2 Science, Year 3, Year 4, Year 5, Year 6, animal habitats, microhabitats, living things, woodland animals, garden creatures, science investigation, outdoor learning

Inspire your Year 3-6 students with this exciting, hands-on science lesson all about the incredible ways animals have adapted to survive in the harshest corners of our planet. This comprehensive package has everything you need to teach animal adaptations. What You Get: ★ Engaging Lesson Plan: A step-by-step guide with clear objectives, activities, and differentiated tasks to cater to all abilities. ★ Interactive PowerPoint Presentation: Captivating slides packed with vibrant images, thought-provoking questions, and key information to spark curiosity and discussion. ★ Handy Word Bank: A vocabulary-boosting resource to help students understand and use scientific terminology related to adaptations. ★ Animal Picture Cards: High-quality visuals of different animals from the Arctic and desert to inspire student research and presentations. ★ Curated Research Links: A selection of reliable, age-appropriate websites to support student research and deepen their understanding of animal adaptations. What Your Students Will Learn: ★ Habitats: What makes a habitat and how the Arctic and desert pose unique challenges for animals. ★ Adaptations: The amazing ways animals have evolved, both physically and behaviorally, to thrive in extreme environments. ★ Comparing and Contrasting: How different animals have adapted to different habitats, developing critical thinking skills in the process. ★ Research and Presentation Skills: Students will conduct independent research, create informative fact files, and confidently share their knowledge with the class. Why This Resource is a Must-Have: ★ Aligns with the National Curriculum: Designed to meet the key objectives for KS2 science. ★ Differentiated for All Abilities: Ensures all learners are challenged and supported at their own level. ★ Hands-on Learning: Packed with interactive activities to keep your class engaged and excited about science. ★ Easy to Use: All materials are ready to go, saving you valuable prep time. ★ Created by a Teacher, for Teachers: Designed by an experienced educator with a passion for bringing science to life in the classroom. Spark a lifelong love of science with this unforgettable lesson on animal adaptations! Perfect for: KS2 Science, Year 3, Year 4, Year 5, Year 6, animal adaptations, habitats, Arctic, desert, living things, science investigation

This Key Stage 2 lesson on identifying and comparing different types of skeletons in animals is a comprehensive resource that includes a lesson plan, PowerPoint presentation and 5 activity sheets. The lesson is designed to help students understand the different types of skeletons in animals, including endoskeletons, exoskeletons, and hydrostatic skeletons. The lesson starts with a discussion on whether all animals have a skeleton, followed by a recap on endoskeletons. The lesson then moves on to animals that have a skeleton on the outside, which are called exoskeletons. Students will watch a video to learn more about exoskeletons and discuss the features of these animals. Next, students will explore invertebrates in more detail by watching another video and looking at information cards about different types of invertebrates. They will learn how to use a classification key to identify different types of invertebrates. In the first activity, students will sort images of animals according to their characteristics. In the second activity, they will use the information cards to list the key features of different invertebrates. In the third activity, they will follow the instructions on the classification key and solve it. For the challenge, students will create their own classification key. Finally, the lesson will end with a fun game called ‘What am I?’. Here are the highlights of this resource: ★ Lesson Plan: A detailed guide for a smooth teaching experience. ★ PowerPoint: An attractive visual aid to reinforce concepts and spark curiosity. ★ Activity 1: Sorting animal cards and titles to sort ★ Activity 2: Features of animals worksheet and information cards ★ Activity 3: Classification key worksheet and instructions You may also be interested in… LKS2 MAGNETS and FORCES Science Unit - 6 Outstanding Lessons KS2 LIGHT and SHADOWS Science Unit - 5 Outstanding Lessons KS2 ELECTRICITY Science Unit - 7 Outstanding Lessons Customer Support: Encountering any challenges or have specific requests? Contact our support team directly at explore_education@outlook.com for a swift response. Special Offer: Enjoying this resource? Leave a review and receive a complimentary resource of your choice! Email us your purchase receipt and a screenshot of your review to avail this offer. Tags: Science Lesson, Skeletons in Animals, Vertebrates, Invertebrates, Classification Key, Educational Resources, Key Stage 2, Engaging Activities, Exoskeletons, Hydrostatic Skeletons, Interactive Learning, Critical Thinking, Hands-On Science, Curriculum-Aligned, Fun Learning, What Am I Game.

Do you want to teach your students about the musculoskeletal system of animals and how it affects their movement? Do you want to engage them in a fun and hands-on investigation that develops their scientific skills? If so, this lesson is for you! This lesson includes: ★ A detailed lesson plan with learning objectives, success criteria, starter, main input, activities, challenge, and plenary. ★ A PowerPoint presentation with clear explanations, examples, and questions to guide your teaching. ★ An example method for the investigation, showing how to measure the length of the femur bone and the distance of the jump. ★ An investigation worksheet for students to write their prediction, method, data, and conclusion. ★ Vocabulary cards for the key scientific words: prediction, method, data, results, and conclusion. In this lesson, students will: ★ Learn the difference between vertebrates and invertebrates, and between exoskeletons and endoskeletons. ★ Make a prediction based on a scientific question: Do you think someone with a long femur bone can jump further than someone who has a shorter femur bone? ★ Conduct an investigation using a method they create as a class, and collect data in pairs or small groups. ★ Analyse their data and draw a conclusion, comparing it with their prediction and explaining their findings. ★ Devise their own musculoskeletal questions to investigate and consider how they would carry them out (challenge). ★ Consolidate the scientific words and their meanings, and reflect on what they have learned (plenary). This lesson is suitable for KS2 science students, and covers the curriculum objectives of working scientifically and living things and their habitats. It is a great way to introduce or revise the topic of the musculoskeletal system, and to foster curiosity and inquiry among your students. Download this lesson today and get ready to explore the amazing world of animals and their bones! Tags: musculoskeletal system, vertebrates, invertebrates, exoskeletons, endoskeletons, femur bone, investigation, prediction, method, data, conclusion, KS2 science, living things and their habitats, working scientifically.

Do you want to teach your KS2 students about the amazing diversity of animal skeletons? Do you want to help them develop their scientific skills of observation, comparison, and classification? Do you want to challenge them to learn more about endoskeletons and other types of skeletons? If you answered yes to any of these questions, then this lesson is for you! This lesson is designed for KS2 students and covers the following objectives: L.O.: I know that skeletons differ between animals. Success Criteria: ★ I can name and describe the main features of an endoskeleton and give examples of animals that have one. ★ I can compare and contrast different animal skeletons and sort them into groups based on their similarities and differences. ★ I can write a comparison between two animal skeletons using scientific vocabulary and evidence. This lesson includes: ★ A detailed lesson plan with learning objectives, success criteria, and detailed inputs ★ A PowerPoint presentation with clear explanations, images, and videos ★ A worksheet for Activity 1, where students match animal skeletons to their bodies ★ Activity where children sort animal skeletons in different ways using hoops ★ A comparison sheet where children write the similarities and differences between two animal skeletons ★ Challenge sheet - information text about skeletons This lesson is aligned with the National Curriculum for England and covers the following objective: Identify that humans and some other animals have skeletons and muscles for support, protection and movement You may also be interested in… LKS2 MAGNETS and FORCES Science Unit - 6 Outstanding Lessons KS2 LIGHT and SHADOWS Science Unit - 5 Outstanding Lessons KS2 ELECTRICITY Science Unit - 7 Outstanding Lessons Customer Support: Encountering any challenges or have specific requests? Contact our support team directly at explore_education@outlook.com for a swift response. Special Offer: Enjoying this resource? Leave a review and receive a complimentary resource of your choice! Email us your purchase receipt and a screenshot of your review to avail this offer. This lesson is suitable for Key Stage 2 students of all abilities and can be adapted to suit your needs. It is ideal for teaching science as a discrete subject or as part of a cross-curricular topic. Keywords: KS2, science, animal skeletons, vertebrates, endoskeletons, comparison, classification, lesson plan, PowerPoint, worksheet, challenge, plenary, interactive, engaging, fun, learning, National Curriculum.

Do you want to teach your KS2 students about the muscles of the human body and how they work? This engaging and interactive lesson will help them learn about the different types of muscles, how many muscles we have, the different muscles of the human body (such as those in our legs and face and how muscles can be voluntary or involuntary. This lesson includes: ★ A detailed lesson plan with learning objectives, success criteria, and detailed inputs ★ A PowerPoint presentation with clear explanations, diagrams, and videos ★ A worksheet for Activity 1, where students stick jigsaw pieces of muscles over a skeleton of the human body, labelling them if they can using a word mat ★ Accompanying word mat of different muscles ★ Activity cards where children complete the movement and describe the muscles they are using ★ Involuntary and voluntary muscles sorting sheet with titles This lesson is aligned with the National Curriculum for England and covers the following objectives: Identify that humans and some other animals have skeletons and muscles for support, protection and movement You may also be interested in… LKS2 MAGNETS and FORCES Science Unit - 6 Outstanding Lessons KS2 LIGHT and SHADOWS Science Unit - 5 Outstanding Lessons KS2 ELECTRICITY Science Unit - 7 Outstanding Lessons Customer Support: Encountering any challenges or have specific requests? Contact our support team directly at explore_education@outlook.com for a swift response. Special Offer: Enjoying this resource? Leave a review and receive a complimentary resource of your choice! Email us your purchase receipt and a screenshot of your review to avail this offer. This lesson is suitable for Key Stage 2 students of all abilities and can be adapted to suit your needs. It is ideal for teaching science as a discrete subject or as part of a cross-curricular topic. Keywords: KS2, science, muscles, human body, skeleton, tendons, joints, movement, lesson plan, PowerPoint, worksheet, challenge, plenary, interactive, engaging, fun, learning, National Curriculum.

Do you want to teach your Key Stage 2 class the importance of the skeleton? Look no further than this lesson that covers the learning objective: I can explain why a skeleton is important to us. This lesson includes a starter activity, a main input, two practical activities, and a plenary. The children will learn about the structure and function of the skeleton, the names of some of the bones, and how the skeleton supports and protects us. Create their own paper skeleton, label the bones, and discuss some questions. The lesson ends with a catchy skeleton song. The PowerPoint presentation is fully editable and comes with a worksheet, an outline sheet, and a word bank. It also includes differentiation, challenge, and assessment opportunities. It is suitable for 7-11 year old children and can be adapted to suit your needs. Included in this product: ☆ Lesson plan (with differentiation) ☆ PowerPoint ☆ Build Your Own Skeleton Worksheet ☆ Bone Name Labels ☆ Body outline sheet ☆ X-Ray Challenge sheets This lesson is perfect for teaching science, biology, or health topics in a fun and interactive way. It will spark the children’s curiosity and interest in the human body and its amazing features. It will also develop their scientific skills of observation, classification, and reasoning. Download this lesson today and get ready to teach your class about the skeleton! Tags: human skeleton, bones, science, biology, health, year 3, year 4, PowerPoint, lesson, worksheet, activity, song, fun, engaging, interactive, learning objective, differentiation, challenge, assessment, outstanding

Enhance your science lessons with this Key Stage 2 lesson focusing on How Muscles Work. This resource provides a complete package, featuring a lesson plan, a PowerPoint presentation, an activity sheet, and a challenge sheet. Designed to foster a deep understanding, students will learn how muscles are attached to bones by tendons that help the muscle move by contracting and relaxing. They will also watch videos to help their understanding. The lesson uses practical application, as children follow the instructions to create a working model of a bicep and tricep with bones. For added challenge, a challenge sheet prompts the learning of facts about different muscles of the body. To end, children will play walk and talk where they will move around whilst music plays and then when the music stops they will pair with a child and answer a question about bones and muscles. Resource Highlights: ★ Lesson Plan: A detailed guide for a smooth teaching experience. ★ PowerPoint: An attractive visual aid to reinforce concepts and spark curiosity. ★ Activity Sheet: Instructions sheet for interactive and hands-on learning. ★ Challenge Sheet: Challenge students with an additional task that requires the learning of facts about different muscles of the body. You may also be interested in… LKS2 MAGNETS and FORCES Science Unit - 6 Outstanding Lessons KS2 LIGHT and SHADOWS Science Unit - 5 Outstanding Lessons KS2 ELECTRICITY Science Unit - 7 Outstanding Lessons Customer Support: Encountering any challenges or have specific requests? Contact our support team directly at explore_education@outlook.com for a swift response. Special Offer: Enjoying this resource? Leave a review and receive a complimentary resource of your choice! Email us your purchase receipt and a screenshot of your review to avail this offer. What others are saying: “This is a wonderful resource for teaching how muscles work. My students loved the activities and learned a lot. Thank you!” - Laura W. “I highly recommend this resource to anyone looking for a fun and engaging way to teach science. The PowerPoint is very well-made and the activity sheet is creative and challenging.” - Mark S. Tags: KS2, Key Stage 2, Science, Muscles, Bones, Tendons, Movement, Lesson Plan, PowerPoint, Activity Sheet, Challenge Sheet, Walk and Talk, Education.

Do you want to teach your KS2 students about the amazing diversity of animals and their characteristics? Do you want to help them compare and contrast different animal groups, including humans, using interactive and creative activities? If so, this fantastic science lesson is ideal for you! This resource includes a comprehensive lesson plan, a stunning powerpoint and a variety of activity sheets to support your teaching. In this lesson, your students will: ★ Learn about the six main animal groups (amphibians, reptiles, mammals, fish, birds and insects) and give examples of each. ★ Sort animals into different groups based on their characteristics, such as skin, legs, wings, etc. ★ Explain how animals are similar and different from each other and from humans, and how these characteristics help them survive and adapt. ★ Create a mind map of their current knowledge of animals and their characteristics, using words and images. ★ Read some fascinating facts about animal characteristics and share them in the plenary. This resource is designed to meet the National Curriculum objectives for science at Key Stage 2, and to develop your students’ curiosity and fascination about the natural world. Customer Support: If you have any questions or feedback about this resource, please contact us at explore_education@outlook.com. We are always happy to hear from you and to help you make the most of our products. Special Offer: We appreciate your feedback on this resource. If you leave a review, you can get another resource of your choice for free! Just send us an email with your purchase receipt and a screenshot of your review to claim your offer. Tags: KS2, Key Stage 2, Science, Animal Characteristics, Animal Groups, Animal Classification, Animal Facts, Animal Similarities and Differences, Animal Adaptation, Animal Survival, Animal Features, Animal Behaviour, Education.