P5-P7 Habitats – Classification: P5-P7 Science

This course usually runs from 10am – 2.30pm but times can be adjusted to suit your group and travel plans. During your visit you will be welcome to the centre and given an appropriate health and safety briefing. During the day we will undertake a number of activities, games and investigations (the exact activities will depend on the topic chosen). We will break for lunch at a suitable time. Please note that specific activities for your group are subject to change. We go out in all weathers and seasons and will tailor the content of the day accordingly. Some activities are only offered at certain times of the year.

Animals, including humans

• Identify and group animals
• Understand that some invertebrates have different life stages
  

Living things and their habitats

• Recognise and describe how living things can be grouped using common observable characteristics and based on similarities and differences.
• Give reasons for classifying animals based on specific characteristics.
• Use classification keys
• Understand camouflage, movement and colour adaptations
• Explain that a variety of animals are found in different habitats because of differences in environmental factors

Evolution and inheritance

• Identify how animals are adapted to suit their environment in different ways and that adaptation may lead to evolution.

• Develop personal skills
• Have fun
• Be inspired by a passion for the subject
• Build friendships