This editable differentiated lesson pack focuses on identifying the observable features that help us group animals. Children compare wings, legs, body coverings and other visible traits to sort animals into meaningful groups. The lesson develops scientific vocabulary and accurate observation skills.

The file includes the following resources: - editable teaching presentation - editable lesson plan - editable sorting diagrams and tables - editable sorting cards for vertebrates and invertebrates - editable activity sheets - editable sorting questions - 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...