Learning objective
Knowledge
- To observe and measure growth in humans.
Working scientifically
- To use simple measuring equipment.
Success criteria
Knowledge
- I can apply my understanding of the human
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National curriculum
Science
Animals, including humans
Pupils
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Cross-curricular links
Mathematics
Measurement
Pupils should be
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Before the lesson
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Lesson plan
Recap and recall
Display the Presentation: Expand and add detail and ask the children to expand on the statements on the slide.
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Adaptive teaching
Pupils needing extra support
Could take measurements after they have seen someone in their group take them; could use the Activity: Growth chart instead of drawing the axes in their books.
Pupils working at greater depth
Could look for further patterns by investigating the difference in centimetres between year groups; could suggest additional ways children from different year groups might develop, such as having larger feet, longer hands and arms, improved fine motor skills or being faster runners.
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Assessing progress and understanding
Pupils with secure understanding indicated by: measuring using a tape
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Vocabulary definitions
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growth
Changing and learning over time.
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height
The measurement from the bottom of the feet to the top of the head.
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Maintained by: Kapow Primary team
Last update: 5th March, 2026
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