This editable differentiated lesson pack focuses on exploring local habitats and identifying the plants and invertebrates found there. Children observe closely, use classification keys outdoors and record what they discover. The lesson develops real scientific fieldwork skills and links learning to the school environment.

The file includes the following resources: - editable teaching presentation - editable lesson plan - editable classification keys (trees, plants, invertebrates) - editable picture reference cards (trees, plants, invertebrates) - editable activity observation sheet - editable focus assessment worksheet National Curriculum objectives Science: Year 4 Pupils should be taught to:

recognise that living things can be grouped in a variety of ways explore and use classification keys to help group, identify and name a variety of living things in their local and wider environment

Working scientifically:

making systematic and careful observations and, where appropriate, taking accurate measurements using standard units, using a range of equipment, including thermometers and data loggers Record findings using simple scientific language , drawings, keys, bar charts and tables. gathering, recording, classifying and presenting data in a variety of ways to help in answering questions

Updated to the Grammarsaurus Curriculum 2.0...