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Science Year 4
This unit is part of Year 4 Science Name That Living Thing!

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Objectives

Use a branching database/dichotomous classification key. Make accurate observational drawings of an invertebrate found in the local environment.

Science Objectives
i) Recognise that living things can be grouped in a variety of ways.

ii) Explore and use classification keys to help group, identify and name a variety of living things in their local and wider environment.

Working Scientifically

  1. Ask relevant questions and use different types of scientific enquiries to answer them.
  2. Make systematic and careful observations and, where appropriate, take accurate measurements using standard units, using a range of equipment, including thermometers and data logger.

Other Curriculum Areas
Art

  • Create sketch books to record their observations and use them to review and revisit ideas.
  • Improve their mastery of art and design techniques, including drawing.

Lesson Planning

Teaching

  • Know that scientists are able to classify living things by closely observing them.

Activities

  1. Use a branching database/dichotomous classification key.
  2. Look at the photographs by artist Levon Biss.
  3. Discuss the photographs and consider whether or not they like them and why.
  4. Make careful and accurate observational drawings of an invertebrate found in the local environment.
  5. Make a larger scale drawing of the insect to show the details more clearly.

Investigation - classifying and identifying
Make close observational drawings and large-scale drawings. Understand that tiny details of features help with classification.

Vocabulary
Observation, details, identify, classify, invertebrate

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