Naming birds and reptiles
I can name and group common animals that are birds and reptiles.
Naming birds and reptiles
I can name and group common animals that are birds and reptiles.
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Lesson details
Key learning points
- Birds are animals that have a backbone, wings and feathers, and lay eggs.
- Reptiles are animals that have a backbone, a body covered with scales or hard parts, and are cold blooded.
- Different birds and reptiles have different names.
- Animals can be sorted into birds and reptiles using simple classification skills.
Keywords
Animals - An animal is a living thing which moves and eats other animals or plants.
Bird - A bird is a warm-blooded animal that lays eggs and has feathers, wings and a beak.
Reptile - A reptile is a cold-blooded animal that lays eggs and has dry, scaly skin.
Eggs - An egg is a roundish object with a developing animal inside.
Scales - Scales are overlapping plates that cover an animal's body.
Common misconception
All animals have fur and four legs. Amphibians and reptiles are the same. All birds fly.
Range of birds and reptiles and clear explanation of what defines each type of animal.
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Equipment
Images of reptiles and birds from the slide deck and worksheet. Opportunities for bird watching.
Content guidance
- Exploration of objects
Supervision
Adult supervision recommended
Licence
Lesson video
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Starter quiz
6 Questions
whale
panda
kangaroo
bat
Exit quiz
6 Questions
peacock
penguin
turtle
crocodile
