Lesson Planning

Teaching

• To observe, research and record features of a range of leaves found in the local environment (Yr5&6).
• To design a key to classify leaves found in the local environment (Yr5&6).

Activities

1. Observe and record features and names of leaves found in the local environment (Yr5&6).
2. Design, make and test classification keys to classify leaves found in the local environment (Yr5&6).
   

Investigation
Classification in your Back Yard. Put your classification skills to work: collect, record, classify and name some of the botanical beauties found on your doorstep. (Exploring, Problem solving, Pattern seeking, Classifying and identifying)
Years 5&6 - Observe and record features and names of leaves found in the local environment
Years 5&6 - Design, make and test classification keys to classify leaves found in the local environment

Vocabulary
Classification, classification key, opinion, similarities, differences, group, observations, botanical illustration