This differentiated science lesson questions how you might identify unknown organisms. It explores different ways to sort and group shapes in order to classify them and links this to animal classification. We are introduced to a taxonomic classification key for animals and look how vertebrates and invertebrates are classified. The main activity encourages children to observe invertebrates closely in order to classify them. An alternative activity suggestion is included.
– an editable lesson plan
– editable presentation
– editable stop and jot activity
– editable differentiated independent activities if needed
-  editable pond invertebrates sheet if required for alternative activity
-  editable garden invertebrates sheet if required for alternative activity-National curriculum objectives:
Science: Year 6:
Pupils should be taught to:

describe how living things are classified into broad groups according to common observable characteristics and based on similarities and differences, including microorganisms, plants and animals; give reasons for classifying plants and animals based on specific characteristics.

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