This editable differentiated lesson pack focuses on the conditions different plants need to grow well. Children revisit what a healthy plant looks like, then explore three contrasting environments: hot and dry, shady and damp, and warm and sheltered. Using clue cards, children act as “plant detectives,” matching each plant to the place where it will grow best and explaining their reasoning. The lesson strengthens problem‑solving and communication skills as children justify their choices and consider what happens when plants are placed in the wrong conditions.

The file includes the following resources: - editable teaching presentation - editable activity worksheets - editable additional activity ideas - editable lesson plan - editable focus assessment worksheet

National Curriculum objectives Science: Year 2 Pupils should be taught to:

 observe and describe how seeds and bulbs grow into mature plants find out and describe how plants need water, light and a suitable temperature to grow and stay healthy

Working scientifically: Problem solving •        Using observations and ideas to suggest answers to questions

updated to the Grammarsaurus curriculum 2.0...