Learning objectives
Knowledge
- To observe changes across the seasons.
Working scientifically
- To spot patterns in data.
Success criteria
Knowledge
- I can identify changes that occur in each
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National curriculum
Science
Plants
Pupils should be taught to:
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Cross-curricular links
British values
- Mutual respect.
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Before the lesson
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Lesson plan
1: Lesson plan
An area for you to put useful resources from the previous lesson
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Adaptive teaching
Pupils needing extra support
Could explore ‘The Oak Tree’ storybook before the lesson and describe pictures showing seasons or weather; could compare only two tree heights, e.g. short and tall.
Pupils working at greater depth
Should measure tree widths with a tape measure and record the data on whiteboards instead of using string; should use a tablet to research if taller trees have wider trunks and share their findings with the class.
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Assessing progress and understanding
Pupils with secure understanding indicated by: identifying the typical weather
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Vocabulary definitions
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data
The information you collect when you observe.
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life cycle
The stages a plant goes through to grow more plants.
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In this unit
Maintained by: Kapow Primary team
Last update: 19th June, 2024
