Circulatory system: do and review
I can use a plan to present information about the circulatory system in humans to other people.
Circulatory system: do and review
I can use a plan to present information about the circulatory system in humans to other people.
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Lesson details
Key learning points
- Scientific information should be presented in an informative and interesting way suitable for the audience.
- The circulatory system can be explained in verbal, pictorial and written presentations.
- Models can be used to present scientific information that cannot be experienced directly.
Keywords
Circulatory system - The circulatory system is a network of the heart, blood and blood vessels working together to circulate blood around the body.
Present - To present information is to show or share it with others.
Verbal - A verbal presentation is in the form of spoken words.
Pictorial - A pictorial presentation is in the form of pictures.
Model - A model is used to describe something that can't be experienced directly.
Common misconception
Children may think that scientists only present information in written, formal reports.
This lesson encourages lots of different forms of reporting scientific information, including verbal, pictorial and written.
To help you plan your year 6 science lesson on: Circulatory system: do and review, download all teaching resources for free and adapt to suit your pupils' needs...
To help you plan your year 6 science lesson on: Circulatory system: do and review, download all teaching resources for free and adapt to suit your pupils' needs.
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Starter quiz
6 Questions
Exit quiz
6 Questions
a voice-over for a TV programme or a live question and answer session
a diagram or photograph
a report or newspaper article