What did this poo?

Science Year 4
This unit is part of Year 4 Science Are These Your Teeth?

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Find out what we can learn from a poo!

Science Objectives
i) Describe the simple functions of the basic parts of the digestive system in humans.

ii) Identify the different types of teeth in humans and their simple functions.

iii) Construct and interpret a variety of food chains, identifying producers, predators and prey.

Working Scientifically

Ask relevant questions and use different types of scientific enquiries to answer them.
Identify differences, similarities or changes related to simple scientific ideas and processes.
Use straightforward scientific evidence to answer questions or to support findings.

Other Curriculum Areas
Computing

Use search technologies effectively, appreciate how results are selected and ranked and be discerning in evaluating digital content.
Use technology safely, respectfully and responsibly.

Provided Resources

Additional Resources

Internet access for all
A copy of ‘The Mole who knew it was none of his business’ by Werner Holzwarth and Wolf Erlbruch.

Weblinks
Animal facts from https://www.nationalgeographic.com

Teaching

Compare the diets of different animals, and to use the evidence of the food they eat to answer questions.

Activities

Look at the diets of other animals and compare them to that of a human.
Begin to understand why scientists can use poo to tell them more about an animal.
Explain the different diets of carnivores, herbivores and omnivores.
Research information using the Internet (and/or information books).

Investigation - exploring, researching, analysing secondary sources
Find out what we can learn from a poo.

Vocabulary
Herbivore, carnivore, omnivore, digestion, diet, faeces

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