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Why we group and classify living things
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I can compare the characteristics of living things and describe their similarities and differences.
I can explain how animals can be grouped using observable characteristics.
I can explain how plants can be grouped using observable characteristics.
I can describe what micro-organisms are, and know that they are living things.
I can group micro-organisms based on similarities and differences.
I can predict what happens when food is left to decompose over time.
I can describe the 5Rs and how foods decompose (rot) to form useful nutrients for crops.
I can explain how micro-organisms can be used to improve our health.
I can plan an investigation to find out about food sources for micro-organisms.
I can carry out and evaluate an investigation to find out about food sources for micro-organisms.
I can observe and describe what happens when food is left to decompose over time.
I can describe the work of Carl Linnaeus and his contribution to how we classify living things.
I can describe how scientists group, identify and name new species of living things.
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