Evolution: presentation
I can present information about a living thing that has evolved over time.
Evolution: presentation
I can present information about a living thing that has evolved over time.
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Lesson details
Key learning points
- The variety of living things is the result of evolution over time
- Evolution is the process by which living things can gradually change over time
- Science communicators share scientific information with the public in an interesting and accessible way
- Information from research can be presented in different ways, including oral and written forms
Keywords
Evolution - Evolution is the process by which living things change over time.
Adaptation - An adaptation is a feature of a plant or animal that helps them to survive in their habitat.
Science communicator - A science communicator's job is to share science information with the general public.
Communicate - To communicate is to share or exchange information or ideas.
Accessible - Information that is accessible can be understood by lots of people.
Common misconception
Pupils may think that more complicated and verbose explanations are better, regardless of target audience, as this will make them seem cleverer.
Explain that, when sharing information with lots of people with different levels of background knowledge, it is much better to make explanations clear and simple so it can be understood by as many people as possible.
To help you plan your year 6 science lesson on: Evolution: presentation, download all teaching resources for free and adapt to suit your pupils' needs...
To help you plan your year 6 science lesson on: Evolution: presentation, download all teaching resources for free and adapt to suit your pupils' needs.
The starter quiz will activate and check your pupils' prior knowledge, with versions available both with and without answers in PDF format.
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The assessment exit quiz will test your pupils' understanding of the key learning points.
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Equipment
Provide equipment options to present their information. This may include paper and coloured pencils to create leaflets or posters, laptops to create presentations, or devices to record podcasts.
Content guidance
- Depiction or discussion of sensitive content
Supervision
Adult supervision recommended
Licence
Starter quiz
6 Questions

Exit quiz
6 Questions


